This appendix contains lists of books, compact discs, and Web sites. These lists provide sources of additional information about Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6 and Internet Tools and about related Microsoft products.
Books and Compact Discs
Many resources are available to help you administer Internet Explorer and related products. These resources are available from Microsoft Corporation.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Administration Kit
The Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6 Administration Kit (IEAK 6) is an indispensable tool for Internet service providers, corporate administrators, and Internet content providers. Find out how to customize, distribute, and maintain Internet Explorer on 32-bit versions of the Microsoft® Windows® platform.
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Resource Kit
The Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Resource Kit provides important information for organizations that plan to deploy this latest version of Windows. Topics include customizing and automating Windows XP Professional installations, managing Windows XP Professional desktops, configuring multimedia components, ensuring interoperability with other operating systems, and developing troubleshooting strategies.
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Resource Kit
The Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server Resource Kit delivers in-depth operating system information and tools to help you deploy, manage, and support the Windows 2000 Server operating system. This Resource Kit includes an easy-to-navigate book in both online and print formats, as well as important tools and references.
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Server Resource Kit
The Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0 Server Resource Kit provides valuable information and tools for deploying and supporting Windows NT 4.0 Server in an organization. This Resource Kit includes many special utilities that add features, enhance functionality, and streamline support for Windows NT 4.0 Server.
Microsoft BackOffice Resource Kit
The Microsoft® BackOffice® Resource Kit provides dozens of tools for BackOffice products. It also contains comprehensive resource information about deploying and administering Microsoft Windows NT Server, Microsoft Systems Management Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, and Microsoft SNA Server.
Microsoft Office XP Resource Kit
The Microsoft® Office® XP Resource Kit brings together the tools, information, and examples that you need to customize and deploy Microsoft Office XP throughout an organization. This Resource Kit provides comprehensive information about deployment strategies, international support, and messaging services. In addition, the Resource Kit tools have been updated to help you configure, secure, and manage your installations more quickly and efficiently.
Microsoft Office 2000 Resource Kit
The Microsoft® Office 2000 Resource Kit provides detailed instructions for rolling out, supporting, and optimizing the Office 2000 suite. Topics in this technical reference include deploying Office 2000, supporting and managing Office 2000, and using Office 2000 in a multinational organization. The Resource Kit also includes exclusive tools and utilities designed to help you save time, reduce support costs, and lower the total cost of ownership.
Web Application Development Using Microsoft Visual Interdev 6
Web Application Development Using Microsoft® Visual Interdev® 6 provides detailed instructions and information for developing dynamic Web sites and Web-based applications by using the Microsoft Visual InterDev 6.0 Web development system. Learn about Microsoft's Web application development framework and the tools and technologies that can help you plan and implement your solutions.
Web Sites
Visit the following Web sites for up-to-date information about Internet Explorer and related products.
Microsoft Internet Explorer
The Microsoft Windows Technologies Internet Explorer Web site contains a wealth of information about the product, including access to the Internet Explorer Knowledge Base, product support information, and answers to frequently asked questions. Also, access additional information and tools for Internet Explorer components, including Microsoft® Outlook® Express and Microsoft® Windows Media™ Player. Visit the Microsoft Windows Technologies Internet Explorer Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/.
Microsoft Internet Explorer Administration Kit
The Microsoft Windows Technologies Internet Explorer Administration Kit Web site allows you to download the IEAK 6, Microsoft's latest version of the toolkit for customizing, deploying, and maintaining Internet Explorer. The IEAK has an integrated license agreement, which eliminates the need to sign up and use a customization code to run it. Visit the Microsoft Windows Technologies Internet Explorer Administration Kit Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ieak/.
Microsoft Windows
The Microsoft Windows Web site provides the latest news and information about the Windows family of products, including the Windows 64-bit and Windows 32-bit versions. Download product add-ons, updates, service packs, and accessories. Also, learn more about these versions of the Windows platform through product demonstrations and partners' resources. Visit the Microsoft Windows Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/.
Microsoft Windows Media Player
The Microsoft Windows Technologies Windows Media Web site provides information about product features and benefits and supplies answers to frequently asked questions. Read the Windows Media Guide and Windows Media Showcase to learn more about Windows Media Player.
Microsoft Office
The Microsoft Office Web site is the definitive source for information about Office programs, enhancements, and product support. From this site, view tours and demos that can help you evaluate the product, and access product documentation, including the Microsoft® Office® XP Resource Kit. Visit the Microsoft Office Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/office/.
Microsoft Visual InterDev
The Microsoft Visual InterDev Web site provides the latest product information and tools for the Visual InterDev development environment. Find out how to build database-driven Web applications for Web platform products, Internet Explorer, and IIS. Visit the Microsoft Visual InterDev Web site at http://msdn.microsoft.com/vinterdev/.
Microsoft BackOffice Server
The Microsoft® BackOffice® Server Web site showcases the BackOffice family of servers, including Microsoft Internet Information Server, Index Server, and Windows Terminal Server. From this Web site, review product information about a specific BackOffice server, or visit the site's Solutions Base for comprehensive information about intranet, collaboration, and commerce solutions. Visit the Microsoft BackOffice Server Web site http://www.microsoft.com/backofficeserver/.
Microsoft Windows Update Corporate
The Microsoft Windows Update Corporate Web site provides a comprehensive catalog of program and driver updates, including Windows Update content and Microsoft Windows Hardware Quality Lab (WHQL) logo device drivers, that you can distribute over a corporate network. From this Web site, search the Program Updates catalog and download product fixes, updates, and enhancements, including critical and security updates and management and deployment tools. Also, this Web site provides a history of the program updates that you have downloaded and the location of each update. Visit the Microsoft Windows Update Corporate Web site at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/.
Microsoft Product Support Services
You can use the Microsoft Product Support Services Web site to search the entire Microsoft Knowledge Base, troubleshooting wizards, and downloadable files to find answers to your questions. From this site, review popular Knowledge Base topics, access product newsgroups, or contact Microsoft Product Support Services. Visit the Microsoft Product Support Services Web site at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/.
MSDN
The MSDN® Web site features product and technology information to help you use Microsoft tools and applications. Find out how to bring state-of-the-art Web technology to Internet and intranet sites, and learn how to author for different versions and platforms. Visit the MSDN Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/default.mspx.
Microsoft Internet Services Network
The Microsoft Internet Services Network Web site contains the latest news and information about Microsoft Internet technologies. This Web site is a valuable resource for companies that provide Internet access, Web-hosting, and network services. Visit the Microsoft Internet Services Network Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/default.mspx.
Microsoft TechNet
The Microsoft TechNet Web site provides comprehensive information for evaluating, implementing, and supporting Microsoft business products. Review uptodate technical information, including current technical notes, reviewers' guides, background papers, Microsoft product Resource Kits, and the entire Microsoft Knowledge Base. Also, download the latest drivers and service packs for Microsoft products. Visit the Microsoft TechNet Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/technet.
The Microsoft TechNet Web site also includes a special Security page that provides security bulletins with vital security information for Microsoft products. This page also includes a Hot Topics section that describes security issues that are important to organizations and users. Visit the Security page on the Microsoft TechNet Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/default.mspx
Microsoft Download Center
The Microsoft Download Center Web site is a portal to the many Microsoft sites that offer you free downloads. This site makes it easy to locate and download software. Search for any Microsoft product by keyword, product name, or category. If the download you are looking for is not in English, choose another language, and the Download Center directs you to the appropriate download page for the selected language. Visit the Microsoft Download Center Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/.
Microsoft Training & Certification
The Microsoft Training & Certification Web site provides resources to help you get trained and certified on Microsoft products. Read about Microsoft Official Curriculum and choose the courseware format that best suits your training needs. Also, find out about recent exam updates for Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) credentials and learn about new and upcoming courses for Microsoft products. Visit the Microsoft Training & Certification Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices/.
Microsoft Small Business Services
The Microsoft bCentral Web site provides the tools, resources, and information that your small business needs. You can learn how to create and manage a Web site, and you can access marketing tools that help you advertise on well-known sites, submit to top search engines, target customer audiences, and more. This Web site also includes tools that help you manage and increase your business on the Web, from managing your business finances through a secure online accounting service to tracking sales leads and managing customer information. Visit the Microsoft bCentral Web site at http://www.bcentral.com/.
Microsoft Press
The Microsoft® Press® Web site is the official online bookstore for Microsoft publications. Select from a comprehensive list of titles for Microsoft hardware and software. Visit the Microsoft Press Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/default.asp.