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Summary: Most informative and easy to read WinNT Server book I found.
Review: I've purchased a fair number of NT server resource books in my time, and for me this is my bible. When I have problems, this is the one I turn to first. It's informative, well organized and easy to understand. Written more from a 'how-to' perspective, it's easy to get what you need when you need it. No need to read entire chapters every time just to solve a small problem. However, he does give excellent backgrounds and overviews if you're looking for that as well. As a NT Administrator, I find that its content and usability are top notch. I subsequently follow author Mark Minasi's columns in Windows NT Magazine, and continue to be impressed with his ability to explain and summarize complicated technical issues so that even I can understand them! I'd also recommend his book on Mastering TCP/IP as well. Another great resource for NT Administrators.
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Summary: This is a good guide to installing and using NT 4.
Review: When I purchased this book two years ago, my experience with NT was somewhat limited. I had just started a new job as a network administrator, and was studying to earn my MCSE credential as well.I found this book to be very helpful: it doesn't overwhelm the reader with techincal jargon, yet provides good explanations as to how things works. It is also well organized, making it easy to look up topics of interest. You will not become an MCSE by reading this book; there are other books and training materials specifically designed to accomplish that goal. If you are looking for a good book to provide you with a basic understanding of installing and using NT Server 4.0, then I would definitely recommend it.
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Summary: COOL
Review: everyone out on the job in the ICT-world should have this one ! I can't wait for the W2K edition to come out !
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Summary: How Mark Minasi's Book Helped Me Get My First SA Job
Review: I wish there were a place where you could rate the "Author" and not just the book. I own many of Mr. Minasi's books and he never fails to meet my expectations of just how much information he can successfully impart to the reader. I stress the words "successfully impart" because this author's style is so clear and his analogies are so "on point" that he is able to make you understand concepts that other books fail to properly convey. Oh and as an extra: he throws in his quirky sense of humor, thus bringing some welcomed comic relief to those of us who read dull tech stuff all day long. This book is the first "Mark Minasi" book I ever owned and I haven't stopped buying books authored by him since.
At the time I purchased this book, I already owned two other books which endeavored to teach NT 4.0 Server.
Plain and simple: after reading this book from cover to cover I was able to obtain my first job as a junior system administrator. I failed to meet that goal with the other books.
I am currently enrolled in a course to prepare for the Windows 2000 MCSE. Of interest to all those pursuing this same path I say this: While studying for the W2K tests I referred constantly to this book in order to put into perspective the changes in Windows 2K relative to Windows NT 4.0.
One last note: The TCP/IP section in this book is incredibly well written. Mr. Minasi takes a very esoteric topic and lays down a brilliant foundation for the beginner.
More than saying I would recommend this book, I say... I would recommend this Author!!!
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Summary: BEST NT BOOK. BAR NONE.
Review: We've had a lot of inquiries about this book on our site, we're an Amazon.com Associate, as to whether this book is a good tool for MCSE candidates -- this is probably because we've given it such a great rating and it's not officially a study guide. Yes, it is a great study tool -- it's the best tool you can buy to study for your 3 NT core MCSE exams! Look at the TCP / IP 4.0 exam ( 70-059 ) -- some of the questions on the exam are taken right from of this book ( especially the DHCP and WINS sections ). Or look at the Workstation 4.0 exam, same thing -- some of the questions are taken right from this book. Almost word for word. We just got a hold of the 5th Edition this week ( late November, 1997 ) and we've browsed over it. It covers everything the 4th edition covers, and a bit more. The CD-ROM, although a nice thought, isn't that great ( sorry Mr. Minasi ). The index and flaps on the back of the book are probably easier to use and access, especially if you're at the workplace. The most common question we get about this book is, "I'm a newbie to NT, does this book cover the basics?" Answer : It doesn't cover the basics like some of the study guides, but if you've used Windows 95 before, then the migration to NT ( using this book ) is easy. But then again, you get 10 times more stuff with this book then you get with ALL other study guides. And yes, the book does cover basic install procedures to advanced network installs. This book is the best-selling Windows NT book in the world. Once you get it, you'll see why. BTW, visit our website, we're an Amazon.com Associate, and THE MAN himself called our site "very cool!"
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Summary: Excellent Always a pleasure to read.
Review: Mark always writes in such a way that he make the driest of subject interesting to read. Yes sometimes there is some stuff in each chapter. A sidetrack or extra information that's not necessary. However that is what makes him so easy to read. I often find myself reading long after the time I allotted myself to. One topic always leads my interest to another. This ease of reading greatly helped me obtain my MCSE, with earlier versions. I bought this update to NT 4.0, as it's being phased out, to get the latest and greatest for SP6. I purchase and have read threw months ago, sorry it has taken me so long to write the review. As with all of Marks books, when there is a revision (which SP6 created the need for), it's worth getting. I will be able to better support my Windows NT 4.0 servers until they're in there grave. I also recommend his Windows 2000 books, which I own a few of. The only thing I miss about Marks writing is his PC Upgrading & Maintenance book. The best thing about this author is he writes like he talks and talks like he writes. If you get the chance to hear him speak, you'll buy all of his books on topics you need. I came to this conclusion when I attended a tech. conference, Chicago in April of 2000. Thanks, Mark
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Summary: This is THE Book
Review: If I had just one reference book for NT 4.0, this would be it. It gives you all the information you really need.
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Summary: Impressed in Glasgow
Review: I bought Mastering Windows NT Server as comprehensive reference for troubleshooting & aid to full knowledge & understanding that underpin exam success in the MCSE program. It is outstanding & merits my 5-star rating for the above purposes because, as someone who has taught about computing for 15 years, I have NEVER come across another work which combined readability with such a high technical level and such comprehensive treatment. Since reading it I have passed the MCSE exams in NT Server, NT Workstation and Networking Essentials.
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Summary: windows NT SERVER 4.0
Review: please i want to review about subject for windows NT server 4.0 and give me agood index about this topics
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Summary: Mark Minasi is the Man for NT
Review: I have had this book (Fifth Edition) and have just about worn out the cover. His infomation available is astounding, there so far was only one problem which the book did not solve for me and that was solved by a quick email to Mr Minasi. I would strongly suggest the purchace of this book for anyone having to face becoming a Network Administrator or especially if they are already one. His book covers in detail the stuff which other books I have tried go over only briefly. An example would be the strong DNS and DHCP portion as well as the consise and clean way he thinks so that reading the book is not challenging at all. If any one asks me I am more than willing to tell them to BUY THIS BOOK. Just an Opinion.
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