Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers immediate answers for the day-to-day administration of Windows Vista. Designed as a quick reference that administrators and support professionals can carry wherever they go, this 'Pocket Consultant' focuses on the administrative tasks they perform most often. It covers essential topics for administering Windows Vista, including installation and updates; desktop configuration and management; hardware and device driver configuration; wired and wireless networking; mobility and remote access; desktop, laptop, and data security; Internet security; offline files; disk quotas; shadow copies; and system troubleshooting. Featuring easy-to-scan tables, step-by-step instructions, and handy lists, this book offers the streamlined, straightforward information you need to solve problems and get the job done-whether you're at your desk or in the field!