Using Microsoft Active directory

the long version

Special Edition Using Microsoft Active Directory provides you with complete, in-depth coverage of the newest directory service from Microsoft. Authors Fullerton and Hudson use their previous training and administration experiences to explain how to design, implement, and troubleshoot using Active Directory. Topics covered include Domain Name Services and Active Directory, Logical and Physical Active Directory, replication, authentication, group policies, administering and managing, backup, restore, maintenance, and Active Directory Services Interface.