Deploying Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 with Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Melissa Craft (Editor) (Author), Connie S. Wilson (Author), Chris Broomes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 26, 2005

Almost 100% of all Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies use Citrix. This book covers the new release to Citrix MetaFrame and how companies can deploy it in their disaster recovery plans.

Server Based Computing has been established as a solid networking model for any size business. Why? Because it guarantees cost savings, fast deployment, scalability, performance, security and fast recoverability. Think "mainframe," but updated, pretty, shiny, and effective! Server based computing is the mainframe with a vengeance. Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame offer the advantages of the old mainframe coupled with the benefits, gadgets, and appeal of the personal computer.

* Manage applications from a central location and access them from anywhere

* Build scalable, flexible, and secure access solutions that reduce computing costs and increase the utility of your network

* The first book that covers Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 and Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services

Product Details

• Paperback: 608 pages
• Publisher: Syngress; 1 edition (February 26, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 193226650X
• ISBN-13: 978-1932266504
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,109,632 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Mainly fluff here, March 13, 2006

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Syngress Sucks "Syngress Sucks" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Deploying Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 with Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services (Paperback)

I was very disappointed in this book, as there really isn't much detail. The entire book basically walks you through installing MPS and ICA Clients WITH THE DEFAULT SETTINGS!!! In short, it is mainly just screenshot after screenshot of default settings and "Click Next to Continue".

Even the chapter on "Configuring Policies" is mainly just screenshots with some text below each one repeating what is displayed in the screen capture.

Definitely not worth the price; spend your money elsewhere.

Also, one of the 5 star reviews is by ONE OF THE AUTHORS (and I would bet that the other is a friend of one of the authors) therefore that is the reason the the number of stars is as high as it is.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Citrix Metaframe PS 3.0 Deployment book, May 17, 2005

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J. Lewis (Cincinnati, Oh) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Deploying Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 with Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services (Paperback)

This book provides an excellent source for deploying MFPS 3.0. It covers all the basics required for a successful deployment including: new Win 2003 TS features, scaling, migrations, client devices, client deployment, secured connectivity and secured environments. As a veteran of Citrix since WinFrame, I can honestly say that this book will prove useful for all skill levels.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Lots of fluff, August 18, 2005

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S. OShea "Wiz" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Deploying Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0 with Windows Server 2003 Terminal Services (Paperback)

This was not what I expected. So far I have read 400 pages and have not gained very much. There is a lot of procedures on how to install each component. Do we really need screen shots of every license agreement? Lots of filler here... If you're looking for something with technical detail, then look for a different book. Was not worth the money.