WINDOWS 8.1 ADMINISTRATION ESSENTIALS & CONFIGURATION POCKET CONSULTANT by STANEK, WILLIAM R.

The practical, portable guide for Windows administrators!
Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide focuses on essential tasks for Windows 8.1 deployment, configuration, optimization, and maintenance. Zero in on core procedures and operations through quick- reference tables, instructions, and lists. You’ll get the streamlined information you need to save time and get the job done-whether at your desk or in the field.
Get fast facts to:
• Install and customize Windows 8.1
• Manage system configuration, startup, and boot
• Optimize the desktop environment and UI
• Configure Group Policy preferences
• Administer local accounts and groups
• Configure hardware devices
• Install and manage programs
• Manage data access and security
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues
• Manage updates, backups, and recovery

Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction to Windows 8.1 administration

Chapter 2 Configuring and optimizing Windows 8.1 computers

Chapter 3 Customizing the desktop and the interface

Chapter 4 Automating Windows 8.1 configuration

Chapter 5 Managing user access and security

Chapter 6 Managing remote access to workstations

Chapter 7 Installing and maintaining applications

Chapter 8 Managing hardware devices and drivers

Chapter 9 Handling maintenance and support tasks

Chapter 10 Backing up and recovering a computer

Index

About the author