Microsoft Vista for IT Security Professionals

Tony Piltzecker (CISSP, MCSE, CCNA, CCVP, Check Point CCSA, Citrix CCA), is an independent consultant based in Boston, MA. Tony's specialties include network security design, Microsoft operating system and applications architecture, as well as Cisco IP Telephony implementations. Tony’s background includes positions as Systems Practice Manager for Presidio Networked Solutions, IT Manager for SynQor Inc, Network Architect for Planning Systems, Inc, and Senior Networking Consultant with Integrated Information Systems. Along with his various certifications, Tony holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

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Foreword Contributor
Foreword
About the Companion Material
Chapter 1: Microsoft Vista: An Overview

Introduction
The User Interface
Internet Explorer 7
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 2: Microsoft Vista: The Battle Against Malware Lives On

Introduction
Malware Fundamentals
Improvements in Internet Explorer 7
Windows Security Center
Windows Defender
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 3: Microsoft Vista: Securing User Access

Introduction
Access Control Fundamentals
Improving the Logon Architecture
User Account Control
Remote Assistance
Network Access Protection
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 4: Microsoft Vista: Trusted Platform Module Services

Introduction
Understanding the TPM
Configuring and Managing the TPM on a Stand-Alone System
Configuring and Managing the TPM in an Enterprise Environment
TPM Applications
Understanding the Security Implications of the TPM
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 5: Microsoft Vista: Data Protection

Introduction
Rights Management
Encrypting File System
Whole-Disk Encryption
PatchGuard
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 6: Microsoft Vista: Networking Essentials

Introduction
Not Your Father’s TCP/IP Stack
Using the Network and Sharing Center
Using the Network Map
Working with the Windows Firewall
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 7: Microsoft Vista: Wireless World

Introduction
What’s New with Wireless in Vista?
Wireless Security
Network Group Policy Enhancements
Configuring Wireless Security in Vista
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 8: Microsoft Vista: Windows Mail

Introduction
Comparing Windows Mail with Outlook Express
Phishing Filter
Junk Mail Filter
Instant Search
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 9: Microsoft Vista: Update and Monitoring Services

Introduction
Using Windows Update
Using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and Vista
Using Systems Management Server and Vista
Using Microsoft Operations Manager and Vista
Using Third-Party Tools with Vista
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Chapter 10: Disaster Recovery with Exchange Server 2007

Introduction
Backing Up Exchange 2007 Using Windows 2003 Backup
Restoring Exchange 2007 Storage Groups and Databases Using Windows 2003 Backup
Repairing a Corrupt or Damaged Exchange 2007 Database Using Eseutil
Recovering an Exchange 2007 Server Using the RecoverServer Switch
Recovering an Exchange 2007 Cluster Using the RecoverCMS Switch
Summary
Solutions Fast Track
Frequently Asked Questions


Appendix A: Microsoft Vista: The International Community

Microsoft vs. The World: What’s the Issue?
Microsoft Vista: The EU Fixes
Microsoft and Japan
Microsoft Vista: The Korean Fixes
Notes and Sources
Summary


Appendix B: Microsoft Vista: The EULA

Introduction
Criticism and Change
Benchmark Testing
Virtualization
Notes and Sources
Summary


Index