Windows Administration at the Command Line for Windows Vista, Windows 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000

Updated to include Windows Vista, this book describes the complete set of command-line utilities that comes with Windows and explains how a user can ascertain system status, locate files and other resources, secure and monitor a system, and use scripts to automate tasks.

It includes ready-to-use scripts that readers can download and plug into their Windows systems to increase productivity. "Real World Scenario" sidebars featured throughout the book anchor the text in practical applications, plus ready-to-use scripts (available for download from sybex.com) automate administrative tasks.

As part of "In the Field Results", a series devoted to intermediate and advanced instruction for network administrators, the book is organized by task so that readers can easily and quickly find solutions.