Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for administering storage, security, and networking features in Windows 8.1. Zero in on core tasks through quick-reference tables, instructions, and lists. You'll get the focused information you need to save time and get the job done - whether at your desk or in the field.

Coverage includes:

• Managing firmware, boot configuration, and startup
• Using TPM and BitLocker
• Managing disk drives and file systems
• Configuring advanced storage
• Managing file security and resource sharing
• Maintaining data access and availability
• Configuring and troubleshooting TCP/IP networking
• Managing mobile networking and remote access
• Configuring advanced networking solutions

William R. Stanek is a Microsoft MVP with 20+ years of experience in systems management and advanced programming. He is an award-winning author who’s written more than 100 books, including Windows Server 2012 Pocket Consultant and Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Pocket Consultant.