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SharePoint® 2013 Unleashed

by Michael Noel, Colin Spence

September 2013

Intermediate to advanced

1008 pages

27h 45m

English

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How This Book Is Organized
Understanding the Capabilities of SharePoint 2013Using SharePoint for Collaboration and Document ManagementOutlining Improvements in SharePoint 2013Securing SharePoint 2013 with New Security EnhancementsLeveraging Metadata and Content TypesSocial Networking Tool AdvancesWorking with Office Web AppsCreating Powerful and Flexible WorkflowsDeveloping Applications Using Visual StudioLeveraging Business Intelligence Tools in SharePoint 2013Governing the SharePoint EnvironmentSummaryBest Practices
Understanding the SharePoint Server RolesUnderstanding the Reasons for Deploying Multiple FarmsChoosing the Right Hardware for SharePointDetermining Optimal Operating System ConfigurationPlanning for Database and Additional SoftwareExamining Real-World SharePoint 2013 DeploymentsAddressing Common Business Issues with SharePoint FeaturesDeploying a Team Collaboration Solution with SharePointDeploying a Corporate Intranet Solution with SharePointDeploying a Customer Extranet Solution with SharePointSummaryBest Practices
Examining SharePoint Installation PrerequisitesInstalling the SharePoint Server Operating SystemInstalling SQL Server 2012Installing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013SummaryBest Practices
Creating an Installation ChecklistInstalling SharePoint 2013 Using PowerShellUnderstanding Scalability for SharePointScaling Logical SharePoint ComponentsSummaryBest Practices
Understanding Key Differences in the SharePoint 2013 Upgrade ProcessContent ConsiderationsPlanning for an Upgrade to SharePoint 2013Performing a Database-Attach UpgradePerforming a Site Collection UpgradePerforming a Service Application UpgradeSharePoint 2010 (14) Mode and 2013 (15) ModeSummaryBest Practices
Operations Management with the SharePoint Central Administration ToolAdministering Site Collections and SitesUsing Additional Administration Tools for SharePointSummaryBest Practices
Understanding Windows PowerShellSharePoint Administration with PowerShellUsing Scripts to Automate SharePoint AdministrationUnderstanding Advanced PowerShell TopicsBeyond Built-In SharePoint PowerShell CmdletsTools for PowerAdminsSummaryBest Practices
Outlining the Capabilities of SharePoint 2013 SearchSharePoint 2013 Search ArchitectureDeploying a Native SharePoint 2013 Search Service ApplicationCapturing ContentSummaryBest Practices
Monitoring SQL Server in a SharePoint EnvironmentMaintaining SQL Server in a SharePoint EnvironmentManaging SharePoint Content DatabasesExternalizing BLOB Storage in SharePoint 2013SummaryBest Practices
Backing Up and Recovering SharePoint ComponentsUsing the Recycle Bin for RecoveryUsing SharePoint Central Administration for Backup and RestorePerforming Granular Backup Using the SharePoint Central AdministrationRestoring SharePoint Using SharePoint Central AdministrationUsing SharePoint 2013 Management PowerShell for Backup and RestoreBacking Up Internet Information Services v7 ConfigurationSQL Backup ToolsSummaryBest Practices
Using the SharePoint Health AnalyzerUsing SharePoint Native Reporting CapabilitiesUnderstanding Timer Jobs for SharePoint 2013Using System Center Operations Manager to Simplify Management of SharePoint 2013Establishing Maintenance Schedules for SharePointSummaryBest Practices
Microsoft’s Virtualization Support StoryVirtualization Infrastructure Requirements and RecommendationsSoftware Recommendations and Licensing NotesVirtualization of SharePoint RolesExploring Sample Virtualized SharePoint 2013 ArchitectureVirtual Machine Management with System Center Virtual Machine ManagerSummaryBest Practices
Outlining Common Extranet Scenarios and TopologiesConfiguring Google as an Identity Provider in Azure Access Control ServicesEnabling Facebook Authentication to Azure Control ServicesSummaryBest Practices
Understanding the Forefront Edge Line of ProductsOutlining the Need for the Forefront Edge Line for SharePoint EnvironmentsOutlining the Inherent Threat in SharePoint Web TrafficSecuring SharePoint Sites with Forefront TMG 2010Securing SharePoint Sites Using Forefront UAGSummaryBest Practices
Understanding SharePoint Infrastructure SecurityIdentifying Isolation Approaches to SharePoint SecurityPhysically Securing SharePoint ServersSecuring SharePoint’s SQL Server InstallationUtilizing Security Templates to Secure a SharePoint ServerDeploying Transport-Level Security for SharePointExamining Integration Points between SharePoint and Public Key InfrastructureUsing IPsec for Internal SharePoint EncryptionSummaryBest Practices
Enabling Incoming Email Functionality in SharePointWorking with Email-Enabled Content in SharePoint 2013Enabling Site Mailbox Functionality in SharePoint 2013Enabling Presence Information in SharePoint with Lync Server 2013SummaryBest Practices
Understanding the ProblemUsing SQL Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)Enabling TDE for SharePoint Content DatabasesUsing AD RMS for SharePoint Document LibrariesSummaryBest Practices
Clarifying the Different SharePoint Products from a High LevelFeature Comparison Between SharePoint Foundation 2013 and SharePoint Server 2013 for Farm AdministratorsSummaryBest Practices
Empowering Users Through SharePoint 2010 LibrariesWorking with the Other Standard Tools in a Document LibraryEmpowering Users Through SharePoint 2010 ListsSummaryBest Practices
Planning the List and Library EcosystemCreating Lists and LibrariesMastering the Library Tab on the RibbonDocument Library Settings Tools ReviewedPermissions and Management Tools for Lists and LibrariesDocument Sets Compared to Folders as Organizational Tools in Document LibrariesContent Organizer as a Document Routing ToolSummaryBest Practices
Understanding Site Collection OptionsCreating a Site CollectionReviewing the Scope of an Existing Site CollectionControlling Who Can Create SitesCreating Pages and SitesReviewing the Users and Permissions ToolsReviewing the Galleries ToolsReviewing the Site Administration ToolsUnderstanding the Search ToolsReviewing the Look and Feel ToolsReviewing the Site Actions ToolsAn Overview of Site Collection Administration ToolsReviewing Site Features and Site Collection FeaturesSummaryBest Practices
Effectively Using Metadata in Lists and LibrariesWorking with Metadata in a Word Document and Document LibrariesReviewing the Column Choices in SharePoint 2013Differences in Multiple Lines of Text Columns in Libraries and ListsWorking with Lookup Columns in Document LibrariesSetting Metadata Standards with Default ValuesSite Columns Practical ApplicationsContent Types Practical ApplicationsCreating and Using Managed MetadataContent Type Syndication HubsMetadata as a Navigation AidSummaryBest Practices
Creating and Exploring Personal SitesRestricting User Access to and Creation of My Site SitesCommunity Sites ExploredSummaryBest Practices
The Importance of GovernanceCreating the Governance PlanGoverning the FarmGoverning Site Collections and SitesRecords Management in SharePointThe Governance CycleSummaryBest Practices
Support for Earlier Versions of Office with SharePoint 2013Using Word 2013 with SharePoint 2013Working with Document Versions in Word 2013Creating Shortcuts to SharePoint 2013Coauthoring Word 2013 Documents Stored in SharePoint 2013Using Microsoft SkyDrive Pro with SharePoint 2013Connecting SharePoint 2013 Content to Outlook 2013SummaryBest Practices
Working with Excel Data in SharePoint 2013Getting to Know the Excel Services Service ApplicationPublishing to Excel ServicesVisio Graphics Service OverviewAccess Services OverviewSummaryBest Practices
Planning for Office Web Apps 2013 UseInstalling and Configuring Office Web Apps 2013Testing OWA 2013 FunctionalitySummaryBest Practices
Defining Workflows in the Business EnvironmentReviewing the Workflow-Related Settings in Central Administration and Site SettingsTesting the Three-State WorkflowAn Overview of Other Standard WorkflowsVerifying the Web Application Settings for SharePoint Designer 2013 UseDownloading and Installing SharePoint Designer 2013Creating a Reusable Workflow from SharePoint Designer 2013SummaryBest Practices
Deciding If Development Is Required to Meet Business NeedsEvolution in the SharePoint Platform for DevelopersConsidering SharePoint Designer 2013 for DevelopmentCreating a Workflow-Based Application in SharePoint Designer 2013Using Visual Studio 2012 with SharePoint 2013Developing a SharePoint 2013 AppSummaryBest Practices
PerformancePoint Services OverviewWhat’s New in PerformancePoint 2013Getting Started with a PerformancePoint Service ApplicationSummaryBest Practices
A Brief Introduction to BCS DevelopmentConsuming External Content TypesWriting to External Content TypesBusiness Connectivity Services Web PartsSummaryBest Practices

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About the Authors

Michael Noel, MVP, MCITP, is an internationally recognized technology expert, bestselling author, and well known public speaker on a broad range of IT topics. He has authored several major industry books that have been translated into more than a dozen languages worldwide. Currently a partner at Convergent Computing (www.cco.com) in the San Francisco Bay Area, Michael’s writings and extensive public speaking experience across all seven continents leverage his real-world expertise helping organizations realize business value from Information Technology infrastructure.

Colin Spence, MCP, MCTS SharePoint, is a partner at Convergent Computing (www.cco.com) and manages the SharePoint practice for the organization. He has worked with ...