* Beginning with a helpful overview of the differences between Windows SharePoint Services (WSS) and SharePoint Portal Server (SPS), this book alleviates the confusion between the two with clear explanations of their differences, a look at how they complement each other, and advice on which to use in what settings
* Examines how SharePoint works with other Microsoft products including Word, Outlook, and Excel
* Demonstrates how to install, configure, and manage WSS and SPS; how to set up SharePoint for typical uses like intranet, document management, project management, and meetings; and how to allow external users access to SharePoint
* Provides step-by-step details on how to perform common real-world administrative procedures such as backup and restore, security configuration, and troubleshooting
