Getting Microsoft Windows Server 2003 up and running, either as a standalone or as part of a multi-site, multi- server network is a formidable task for anyone. This new guide shows experienced administrators the ins and outs of this new server, including how to install it, how to create and manage user accounts, with particular attention to Active Directory, how to manage access to system resources, such as printers and files, and how to configure and manage its plethora of major subsystems. This highly instructive book also provides an introduction to clustering services and thoroughly documents steps that should be taken to ensure the security of the server and its resources.