Chapter 7. Configuring a New Installation

The goal of this chapter is to help get your system in basic working order after Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Setup completes. This involves verifying that Setup completed properly, adding and possibly troubleshooting devices, configuring the server’s network settings, and setting up the server to fulfill its role in life (or at least, its role on your network). It’s also of vital importance that you properly secure the server before placing it into service.

Most of the tasks in this chapter are short and simple so that you can get the ...

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