Special Edition Using Microsoft Internet Information Server 4 [DELUXE EDITION] (Paperback)

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As a Web server, Microsoft Internet Information Server (MIIS) is a powerful platform that grows easier to use with each new version; but there is still plenty for a new system administrator to worry about. Written by a team of authors, Special Edition Using Internet Information Server 4 is a comprehensive guide to installing, administering, and working with IIS 4. It's a good introduction for anyone who is considering a move to the Microsoft family of Web tools.

As you might expect, the text introduces infrastructure issues, what Web servers are, and what they do. The guide also explores the relationship between IIS and NT. (The two tools work closely together, of course.) Sections on installing IIS cover the basics and look at individual Web services separately, from FTP, Mail, News, and Microsoft's NetShow services to databases with SQL Server and Index Server. Sections on daily administration of IIS, including performance tuning and troubleshooting a Web server, are also good. Finally, the book introduces the new Microsoft administration tool, the Microsoft Management Console (MMC), in detail. With plenty of screen shots and a good deal of expertise, this install guide can benefit both the raw beginner and the more experienced administrator.

Not just for administrators, Using Internet Information Server 4 also has plenty of material for Web developers, with an introduction (and source code) for basic client and server-side Web technologies, including Active Server Pages (ASPs), VBScript, JavaScript, and database access through Internet Data Connector and ActiveX Data Objects. Expert programmers will want more details here, but these chapters provide a worthwhile introduction to the various solutions for providing dynamic Internet content.

Useful appendices discuss how to avoid problems with browser incompatibilities and other reference topics. Overall, this clearly written guide provides an exceptional amount of information on a popular and easy-to-use Web server platform.

Product Description

Que's Special Edition Using Microsoft Internet Information Server 4 explores the newest enhancements in IIS 4, providing the tools and knowledge you need to master sophisticated programming tasks. Written by a team of expert authors, this comprehensive book provides up-to-date coverage of IIS. Learn how the NetShow and News servers are being used individually and as an entir unit. Plus, discover the newest information about ActiveX(TM) components, Server-Side Java(TM), Data Drive web sites, Index Server, and Personalization Server. Expert advice and thorough coverage make this book the complete guide to managing and maintaining the entire family of IIS products. Master the new version of IIS with Special Edition Using Microsoft Internet Information Server 4 from Que!

• Explores the two major changes to Microsoft Internet Information Server
• Shows how to create powerful and flexible data-driven pages using Active Server Pages and ActiveX Data Objects
• Discusses ways to implement the newest technologies
• Examines how to extend IIS Web sites using Microsoft's newest Web servers

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Product Details

• Paperback: 850 pages
• Publisher: Que; Spl Sub edition (November 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789712636
• ISBN-13: 978-0789712639
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 2.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,493,289 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Well Organized, but already dated, January 29, 1998

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This book came out just as the final version of NT Option Pack was released. It shows. Some of the screen shots are from Beta 3 of IIS 4 which is problematic given that the product changed between Beta 3 and final release. Wait for the Microsoft book if you can.

2.0 out of 5 stars Insufficient details for MCSE 80-087 Exam., August 1, 1999

By A Customer

This book is not orgainzed properly. Secondly it is an overview of IIS 4.0, might be good for beginners but doesn't cover the details. As others have already pointed out that it assumes the Beta version of IIS. It tells about the programming details which is not appropriate while discussing IIS installation. Waste of money as far as I am concerned.

1.0 out of 5 stars HORRENDOUS!!!, June 24, 1998

By A Customer

This book is the worst book from QUE. I lost $50. Don't buy this book because contains so many errors. Really is an ALPHA book.

For who is this book? Admninistrators? Programmers? The book has many chapters dedicated to completely isolated topics, dedicating very little space to each topic. For example, the author dedicate 20 pages for Internet Mail Server including installing, configuring, structure of the message, how mail works, understanding SMTP, etc. All in only 20 pages!!! Obviusly, you don't learn anything.

In addition you see so many errors. For example, the text reference a graphic that contains other topic!!!

Again, don't throw away your money