Need good books on setting up Windows 2003 server domains

I'm sorry, but that's not the way to go about things, in my opinion.  Books are great - BUT, each person has their own taste - if they didn't, there wouldn't be so many of them published.  If you want a book, then go to a book store and thumb through them.  Don't want to buy them at the bookstore?  fine... write down their names and buy them online later.

Otherwise, much if not all the information available in books is available online in one form or another.  DNS is a VITAL function of Active directory and it needs to be setup correctly.  I have a web page with links to many different DNS articles here:
http://www.lwcomputing.com/tips/static/dns.asp

In addition, if you are setting up Small Business Server 2003 (SBS 2003), you need to use the wizards everywhere possible.  See:
http://www.lwcomputing.com/tips/static/sbs.asp

If you are just wanting to setup Windows 2003 (non SBS) you can also review:
http://www.petri.co.il/how_to_install_active_directory_on_windows_2003.htm

i dont know will books be any good in this case what is the problem you are having and try troubleshoot it on this site might be a better option?

I'll take a look at those links, Leew.  Thanks.

Meanwhile, I'd really like to hear from anyone who has come across good books on the subject matter.

I agree, each technician has their own way of doing things, myself i get antsy if there isnt standardisation with everything - i personally think that is the key to successful AD operations........

Petri.co.il has all sorts of good links for management

I'll also take names of bad books to stay away from.

drop the book idea :) jump on the web and google exactly what you want to acheive and you will find hundreds of resources.....find your own path with how you like to manage it, mine would most probably be very different than say leew's or sirbounty's or netman66's - every way has its merits and advantages - there is no AD bible as such

I know there are tons of resources on the web. Thanks for pointing out some of them.  But the question was about books.

You have my answer and opinions on books.

And we've explained - books are not really the best solution. (at least in my opinion and in my interpretation of the opinions others have posted)

If you have Word in office you coudl easily save  to  edit copy or print these pages.
What’s New for Windows Small Business Server 2003 with Service Pack 1
Chapter 3C   Upgrade Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/sbs/2003/plan/gsg/chptr3c.mspx
Troubleshooting Windows Small Business Server 2003
Microsoft Corporation
Published: January 2007
Version: 4
This document describes problems that you might encounter when installing or using Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 or Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 (Windows SBS). To view troubleshooting information, click any of the following feature-area links
http://download.microsoft.com/download/5/6/1/561c9fd7-0e27-4525-94ec-4d2d38f61aa3/TSHT_SBS.htm

Deploying Windows Server 2003 Terminal Server to Host User Desktops in a Windows Small Business Server 2003 Environment .DOC
http://download.microsoft.com/download/7/5/2/75219da3-8c11-496c-978f-e6892762e874/ADS_TermServ.doc

Common Mistakes When Upgrading a Windows 2000 Domain To a Windows 2003 Domain
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555040

Microsoft Windows Server(TM) 2003 Administrator's Companion, Second Edition (Hardcover)
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Windows-Server-Administrators-Companion/dp/0735620474

I have posted a request to delete this question.  The Mod initially has disagreed with me.  She encouraged further discussion, so here is my reply to her:

I posted to the experts that I didn't want web resources, I wanted books.  There are many, many books available, and my question was posed to those who have read some of them.  The experts replied by trying to persuade me not to seek books.  That is not an answer to the question!  That is an answer to the questions, " Should I use books or the web to research Server 2003?"  I didn't ask that question.  The answers to this question are equivalent to someone asking for help on Windows and everyone answers, "Use Linux."

If you looked at the links I provided, specifically the SBS link, there are THREE books listed there.

That said, WHY are you so insistent on books and WHY won't you do as suggested and go to a book store and look yourself?

Why is killing trees so important to you?  The information online is often more up to date and if you review some of the links provided and the documentation at Microsoft they are about as long as books (Some can be 50 to 300 pages long).

I completely object.  The information provided includes links to recommended books as well as TONS of useful, potentially more up-to-date information and advice on how to best purchase a book to help you.

unreal we provide and then he wants to close??
fuze44  please come back what is your reason for asking to close?

I am with Lee on this - its a joke that this is even being considered - Books are not the option and their was plenty of links given to web resources that are better than books - if you want to become a narrow minded admin who builds networks based on an individuals perspective then fine, go get books and we will see you back on the boards in no time....

Even saying this, Lee gave links to books - I am not interested on points as the author doesnt want to give them, but resources were given and the points should be dealt appropriately.

Books are not the answer and that is a simple fact

Yes, the Web is the primary source for up-to-date information -- I do not disagree.  But the topic here was simply a request for recommended book titles dealing with the construction of Windows 2003 Server networks.  That's all.  I don't have to justify the question.

Merete, thanks for the titles.

No comment. See you soon

Yes, I am a member.

And if you're going to ignore the advice of others with a stern and forceful "That's all.  I don't have to justify the question.", then I'm not going to provide any further advice to you in any future question.  Best of luck.

By the way, you can get a great list of books by searching for 2003 Server in the books section on Amazon.  It's the same useless information.

Thanks, Lee.

fuze44: you are correct and we all should take note, you asked for and paid for a service, you asked for books/manuals well why not, I think unless we all experience asking a question and being It savvy we forget what it is like not to get the answers we want.You also clearly mention you are already technically savvy, and have set up a few 2003 networks.
I am glad you feel better. So do I.
Thank you I hope those manuals asist you they are pretty good come with cd as well.

Have Nice day
Cheers

Merete, I truly appreciate your reply and goodwill.  Between you and me: books/ebooks are nice because they show you the big picture in an organized fashion.  It's often helpful to start out there and then get the finer details via web articles.  It seems that you may take a similar approach.

In closing, I mean no ill wil towards anyone here.  I hope Jay_Jay and I can let this go and resume friendly discussions in the future.

Of course mate there is nothing personal going on here, I firmly Believe Lee and Myself simply dont want to see you go down a not so great path. Both of us are Active DIrectory founded so i guess we can get pretty pushy in what we think and believe....

Rest assured all is well between us:)

James

Thanks, James. I appreciate you saying that.

See you around the boards.

See you around Bud :)