Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 Insider Solutions

Chapter 7. Managing Desktops

In this Chapter

• Automating Backup of Desktop Data

• Accelerating Deployments with Workstation Images

• Creating Windows XP Images

• Automating Software Installation

• Slow Link Detection

• Ensuring a Secured Managed Configuration

• Managing Systems and Configurations

• Leveraging Useful Tools for Managing Desktops

• BEST PRACTICES

• Answer Files

• Managing an Administrator Workstation

Managing desktops can be simplified using some of the tools and services available in Windows Server 2003 and XP Workstation Professional. However, desktop administrators still need to understand the different aspects of desktop administration, including maintenance tasks and administrative functions. Windows Server 2003 provides administrators the capability to select ...