Chapter 26. Windows Server 2008 R2 Administration Tools for Desktops

In This Chapter

Managing Desktops and Servers Operating System Deployment Options Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows Deployment Services Installing Windows Deployment Services (WDS) Creating Discover Images Creating Custom Installations Using Capture Images General Desktop Administration Tasks

Windows Server 2008 R2 contains several services and features that can be leveraged to simplify desktop and user management for an organization’s computer and network infrastructure. Effectively managing an organization’s computer and network infrastructure requires the ability to support users locally and from remote locations; to perform remote configuration and administration of servers, workstations, and networking services and applications; and to deploy or replace servers and workstations when systems fail or are replaced with new hardware.