Windows Command-Line Administrator's Pocket Consultant, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

by William R. Stanek (Author)
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Product Description
Now updated for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista, this practical, pocket-sized reference delivers ready answers for using Windows command-line tools to manage multiple clients and servers. It s packed with hundreds of examples that show you how to run, use, schedule, and script Windows commands, support tools, and Resource Kit tools without touching the GUI. Written by a well-known author of more than two dozen computer books and featuring easy-to-read tables, lists, and step-by step instructions this POCKET CONSULTANT delivers fast, accurate information on the spot.

Key Book Benefits:

Provides fast facts and immediate reference for using Windows command-line tools to manage multiple clients and servers, perform bulk operations, and get more done in less time Delivers hundreds of examples of how to use Windows commands, support tools, Resource Kit tools, and batch scripts Features concise tables, easy-to-scan lists, and step-by-step instructions for immediate answers wherever you need them at your desk or in the field Updated for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008

About the Author
William R. Stanek is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional with more than 20 years of experience in systems management and advanced programming. He is an award-winning author who s written more than 50 books, including Windows Server 2008 Inside Out and Windows Vista Administrator s Pocket Consultant. He is series editor of the Administrator s Pocket Consultant line of books

Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Microsoft Press; 2 edition (June 14, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0735622620
• ISBN-13: 978-0735622623
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #28,775 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive!!!, August 4, 2008

By	Arlene Casey - See all my reviews

William Stanek is the #1 windows guru for a reason. His work is highly respected and his pocket consultants are always excellent. The first edition of this book is the go to book for every ITer I've ever worked with. When the second edition came out, I didn't hesitate to buy it and I wasn't disappointed.

I normally don't read technical books cover to cover, but I read this cover to cover within days of buying it. I was amazed at the depth of information and the attention to detail. The author clearly knows what's important and what's not. His writing is clear, concise and no nonsense. Every one who works in IT should get a copy of this book.

The book starts out explaining the fundamentals you need to master the command line. I really liked how the author covered every facet from the basic to the advanced. There's a massive amount of information on maintaining and monitoring computers using the command line and automating it all with scheduling. I didn't know half the tools that are included with Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 or that you could do so much with them.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT - In every regard!, October 21, 2008

By	Tarun Chachra "Tarun Chachra" (Hillsborough, NJ) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

With the move to Windows server 2008 and Exchange 2007, the command line has been a place that needs to be re-visited. Technology is forever changing, thanks to our friends in Redmond. This book, therefore, is the perfect companion to anyone that is on a server trying to get things done on a regular basis.

There are extensive examples and discussions about command line operations. I have been administering windows servers for a long long time and did not realize that there was so much hidden in the kernel that I dont know about.

This book will help you get stuff done.....if not teach you a new trick or two that you can show off with. The appendix has a dictionary type feel to it, allowing you to search out specific command line functions with examples.

Great book, great price!

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nearly 600 pages packed with useful info, October 17, 2008

By	J. W. Neary - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Excellent. Essential reading for any one who works with Windows and wants to do more. The first edition was excellent and covered Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. This second edition is even better and includes Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008.