Pro SMS 2003

Microsoft's Systems Management Server (SMS) allows network administrators to provide software updates to users quickly and cost-effectively from a single machine. The administrator can update every network user at once, or choose a group of select individuals - even a single user. All this can be accomplished from the administrator's computer: no need to visit everyone's computer to make changes, as in days of old. The increasing complexity of Microsoft networks makes it mandatory for administrators to have expert knowledge of SMS. A constant stream of security patches needs installation and version upgrades, plug-ins and patches to mission-critical software tools create a demand for administrative attention that would otherwise be impossible to meet. The SMS 2003 Field Guide addresses real-world problems and solutions, based on the broad consulting experiences of the author. He knows where network administrators are liable to make mistakes, and offers expert help at their level.