If you're new to Windows 2000 Server or to networks in general, fear not, because using a network is not beyond anyone's wits or abilities -- it's mostly a matter of using a language that ordinary people can understand. Windows 2000 Server For Dummies covers new Web-enabled network features and Active Directory administration for Windows 2000 in plain language. It's full of easy-to-understand instructions that enable you to find your way around a Windows 2000 Server-based network and... * Grasp basic networking concepts and terminology * Understand network design, layout principles, and installation configurations * Review software components common on Windows 2000-based networks * Install and configure Windows 2000 Server * Manage users and groups on a Windows 2000-based network * Conduct a review of network security principles and practices to protect your data from accidental loss or vandalism * Troubleshoot common causes of trouble on Windows 2000-based networks