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Microsoft Data Protection Manager 2010
by Steve BuchananThis book is a practical, step-by-step tutorial to planning deployment, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Data Protection Manager 2010. It will take you through all the steps required to use DPM to effectively back up your business data. If you are a Network Administrator, System Administrator, Backup Administrator, Storage Administrator or IT consultant who wants to effectively back up your business data using Microsoft Data Protection Manager 2010, then this book is for you. A good understanding of operating systems and backup devices and network administration is required. However, prior knowledge of Data Protection Manager is not necessary.
The Microsoft Data Warehouse Toolkit
by Joy Mundy Warren Thornthwaite Ralph KimballBest practices and invaluable advice from world-renowned data warehouse experts In this book, leading data warehouse experts from the Kimball Group share best practices for using the upcoming "Business Intelligence release" of SQL Server, referred to as SQL Server 2008 R2. In this new edition, the authors explain how SQL Server 2008 R2 provides a collection of powerful new tools that extend the power of its BI toolset to Excel and SharePoint users and they show how to use SQL Server to build a successful data warehouse that supports the business intelligence requirements that are common to most organizations. Covering the complete suite of data warehousing and BI tools that are part of SQL Server 2008 R2, as well as Microsoft Office, the authors walk you through a full project lifecycle, including design, development, deployment and maintenance. Features more than 50 percent new and revised material that covers the rich new feature set of the SQL Server 2008 R2 release, as well as the Office 2010 release Includes brand new content that focuses on PowerPivot for Excel and SharePoint, Master Data Services, and discusses updated capabilities of SQL Server Analysis, Integration, and Reporting Services Shares detailed case examples that clearly illustrate how to best apply the techniques described in the book The accompanying Web site contains all code samples as well as the sample database used throughout the case studies The Microsoft Data Warehouse Toolkit, Second Edition provides you with the knowledge of how and when to use BI tools such as Analysis Services and Integration Services to accomplish your most essential data warehousing tasks.
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Cookbook: Protect multicloud and hybrid cloud environments, manage compliance and strengthen security posture
by Sasha KranjacEffectively secure their cloud and hybrid infrastructure, how to centrally manage security, and improve organizational security postureKey FeaturesImplement and optimize security posture in Azure, hybrid, and multi-cloud environmentsUnderstand Microsoft Defender for Cloud and its featuresProtect workloads using Microsoft Defender for Cloud's threat detection and prevention capabilitiesBook DescriptionMicrosoft Defender for Cloud is a multi-cloud and hybrid cloud security posture management solution that enables security administrators to build cyber defense for their Azure and non-Azure resources by providing both recommendations and security protection capabilities.This book will start with a foundational overview of Microsoft Defender for Cloud and its core capabilities. Then, the reader is taken on a journey from enabling the service, selecting the correct tier, and configuring the data collection, to working on remediation. Next, we will continue with hands-on guidance on how to implement several security features of Microsoft Defender for Cloud, finishing with monitoring and maintenance-related topics, gaining visibility in advanced threat protection in distributed infrastructure and preventing security failures through automation.By the end of this book, you will know how to get a view of your security posture and where to optimize security protection in your environment as well as the ins and outs of Microsoft Defender for Cloud.What you will learnUnderstand Microsoft Defender for Cloud features and capabilitiesUnderstand the fundamentals of building a cloud security posture and defending your cloud and on-premises resourcesImplement and optimize security in Azure, multi-cloud and hybrid environments through the single pane of glass - Microsoft Defender for CloudHarden your security posture, identify, track and remediate vulnerabilitiesImprove and harden your security and services security posture with Microsoft Defender for Cloud benchmarks and best practicesDetect and fix threats to services and resourcesWho this book is forThis book is for Security engineers, systems administrators, security professionals, IT professionals, system architects, and developers. Anyone whose responsibilities include maintaining security posture, identifying, and remediating vulnerabilities, and securing cloud and hybrid infrastructure. Anyone who is willing to learn about security in Azure and to build secure Azure and hybrid infrastructure, to improve their security posture in Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments by leveraging all the features within Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in Depth: Take any organization's endpoint security to the next level
by Paul Huijbregts Joe Anich Justen GravesA comprehensive guide to building a deeper understanding of the product, its capabilities, and successful implementationPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey FeaturesUnderstand the history of MDE, its capabilities, and how you can keep your organization secureLearn to implement, operationalize, and troubleshoot MDE from both IT and SecOps perspectivesLeverage useful commands, tips, tricks, and real-world insights shared by industry expertsBook DescriptionWith all organizational data and trade secrets being digitized, the threat of data compromise, unauthorized access, and cyberattacks has increased exponentially. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) is a market-leading cross-platform endpoint security solution that enables you to prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to threats. MDE helps strengthen the security posture of your organization.This book starts with a history of the product and a primer on its various features. From prevention to attack surface reduction, detection, and response, you'll learn about the features, their applicability, common misconceptions, and caveats. After planning, preparation, deployment, and configuration toward successful implementation, you'll be taken through a day in the life of a security analyst working with the product. You'll uncover common issues, techniques, and tools used for troubleshooting along with answers to some of the most common challenges cybersecurity professionals face. Finally, the book will wrap up with a reference guide with tips and tricks to maintain a strong cybersecurity posture.By the end of the book, you'll have a deep understanding of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and be well equipped to keep your organization safe from different forms of cyber threats.What you will learnUnderstand the backstory of Microsoft Defender for EndpointDiscover different features, their applicability, and caveatsPrepare and plan a rollout within an organizationExplore tools and methods to successfully operationalize the productImplement continuous operations and improvement to your security postureGet to grips with the day-to-day of SecOps teams operating the productDeal with common issues using various techniques and toolsUncover commonly used commands, tips, and tricksWho this book is forThis book is for cybersecurity professionals and incident responders looking to increase their knowledge of MDE and its underlying components while learning to prepare, deploy, and operationalize the product. A basic understanding of general systems management, administration, endpoint security, security baselines, and basic networking is required.
Microsoft DirectAccess Best Practices and Troubleshooting
by Jordan KrauseThis book covers best practices and acts as a complete guide to DirectAccess and automatic remote access.Microsoft DirectAccess Best Practices and Troubleshooting is an ideal guide for any existing or future DirectAccess administrator and system administrators who are working on Windows Server 2012. This book will also be beneficial for someone with a basic knowledge of networking and deployment of Microsoft operating systems and software who wants to learn the intricacies of DirectAccess and its interfaces.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Cookbook: Effective recipes for developing and deploying applications with Dynamics 365 Business Central
by Michael GlueGain useful insights to help you efficiently build, test, and migrate customized solutions on Business Central cloud and on-premise platforms Key Features Explore enhanced functionalities and development best practices in Business Central Develop powerful Business Central projects using the AL language Master the new Business Central with easy-to-follow recipes Book Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a complete business management solution that can help you streamline business processes, connect individual departments in your company, and enhance customer interactions. Ok. That first part was really professional sounding, right? Now, let's get into what this cookbook is going to do for you: put simply, it's going to help you get things done. This book will help you get to grips with the latest development features and tools for building applications using Business Central. You'll find recipes that will guide you in developing and testing applications that can be deployed to the cloud or on-premises. For the old-schoolers out there, you'll also learn how to take your existing Dynamics NAV customizations and move them to the new AL language platform. Also, if you haven't figured it out already, we're going to be using very normal language throughout the book to keep things light. After all, developing applications is fun, so why not have fun learning as well! What you will learn Build and deploy Business Central applications Use the cloud or local sandbox for application development Customize and extend your base Business Central application Create external applications that connect to Business Central Create automated tests and debug your applications Connect to external web services from Business Central Who this book is for This book is for Dynamics developers and administrators who want to become efficient in developing and deploying applications in Business Central. Basic knowledge and understanding of Dynamics application development and administration is assumed.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Enterprise Edition – Financial Management: Maximize your business productivity through modern financial management in Dynamics 365, 3rd Edition
by Mohamed Aamer Ala El DinBoost your accounting and financial skills with Microsoft Dynamics 365Key FeaturesMake real-time data-driven decisions for your enterprise with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Enterprise editionConfigure and set up the Microsoft Dynamics 365 financial module via highly useful tips and tricksAdminister customer relations and plan enterprise resources with this systematic guideBook DescriptionMicrosoft Dynamics 365 for finance and operations is a rapidly growing application and is widely used in enterprise organizations. Because of its ability to maximize business productivity, it is a fast-growing business application package in the ERP market.We will start by looking into ERP concepts, implementation needs, and interface design, giving you basic knowledge of financial management aspects and explaining key concepts along the way. To begin with, you'll be taken through the general ledger and financial dimension functions. You'll later learn about the sales tax mechanism and multi-currency in Microsoft Dynamics 365. We tackle each topic with focused examples and explanations on topics such as payable/receivable accounts, forecasting, cash and bank management, budgeting planning/control, and fixed assets. Finally, we walk you through intercompany, consolidation, costing basics, and financial reporting.By the end of this book, your finance team will have a much richer understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 for finance and operations and its powerful capabilities.What you will learnExamine the business logic behind the financial functionalities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 FFOSet up and configure the core modules of financial managementGrasp the key control points of financial managementExplore intercompany and consolidation in Microsoft Dynamics 365 FFOUnderstand multi-currency sales, tax mechanisms, and budgeting capabilities in Microsoft Dynamics 365 FFOGet to grips with month/year-end period close functionalityUnderstand the account payable and receivable moduleUse Microsoft Dynamics 365 to create financial reportsWho this book is forThis book is for application consultants, solution architects, controllers, CFOs, pre-sales and other professionals who are involved in a Microsoft Dynamics 365 for finance and operation implementation. Basic knowledge of financial terms, concepts, and terminologies is required.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Extensions Cookbook
by Rami MounlaMore than 80 recipes to help you leverage the various extensibility features available for Microsoft Dynamics and solve problems easily About This Book • Customize, configure, and extend the vanilla features of Dynamics 365 to deliver bespoke CRM solutions fit for any organization • Implement business logic using point-and-click configuration, plugins, and client-side scripts with MS Dynamics 365 • Built a DevOps pipeline as well as Integrate Dynamics 365 with Azure and other platforms Who This Book Is For This book is for developers, administrators, consultants, and power users who want to learn about best practices when extending Dynamics 365 for enterprises. You are expected to have a basic understand of the Dynamics CRM/365 platform. What You Will Learn • Customize, configure, and extend Microsoft Dynamics 365 • Create business process automation • Develop client-side extensions to add features to the Dynamics 365 user interface • Set up a security model to securely manage data with Dynamics 365 • Develop and deploy clean code plugins to implement a wide range of custom behaviors • Use third-party applications, tools, and patterns to integrate Dynamics 365 with other platforms • Integrate with Azure, Java, SSIS, PowerBI, and Octopus Deploy • Build an end-to-end DevOps pipeline for Dynamics 365 In Detail Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a powerful tool. It has many unique features that empower organisations to bridge common business challenges and technology pitfalls that would usually hinder the adoption of a CRM solution. This book sets out to enable you to harness the power of Dynamics 365 and cater to your unique circumstances. We start this book with a no-code configuration chapter and explain the schema, fields, and forms modeling techniques. We then move on to server-side and client-side custom code extensions. Next, you will see how best to integrate Dynamics 365 in a DevOps pipeline to package and deploy your extensions to the various SDLC environments. This book also covers modern libraries and integration patterns that can be used with Dynamics 365 (Angular, 3 tiers, and many others). Finally, we end by highlighting some of the powerful extensions available. Throughout we explain a range of design patterns and techniques that can be used to enhance your code quality; the aim is that you will learn to write enterprise-scale quality code. Style and approach This book takes a recipe-based approach, delivering practical examples and use cases so that you can identify the best possible approach to extend your Dynamics 365 deployment and tackle your specific business problems.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Dummies
by Renato BelluAccelerate your digital transformation and break down silos with Microsoft Dynamics 365 It’s no secret that running a business involves several complex parts like managing staff, financials, marketing, and operations—just to name a few. That’s where Microsoft Dynamics 365, the most profitable business management tool, comes in. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Dummies, you’ll learn the aspects of the program and each of its applications from Customer Service to Financial Management. With expert author Renato Bellu’s clear instructions and helpful tips, you’ll be managing to your fullest advantage before you know it. Let’s get started! Digitally transform your business by connecting CRM and ERP Use data to make decisions across all business functions Integrate Dynamics 365 with Office 365 and LinkedIn Manage financials and operations Are you running a dynamic business? This book shows you how!
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations: Deliver profitable projects with effective project planning and productive operational workflows
by Robert HoudeshellDiscover the endless capabilities and end-to-end project management functionalities of Dynamics 365 Project Operations to drive your firm's project success and ensure rapid business growth in the competitive digital economic worldKey FeaturesDeliver successful projects via improved collaboration, visibility, and teamwork using Microsoft Project Operations solutionsGain real-time data insights to modernize business strategies to increase market shareBuild the right project operations models to meet business needs with an optimized budgetBook DescriptionDynamics 365 Project Operations is a game-changing solution set for project-driven businesses that allows you to deliver commercially successful projects in a timely and cost-effective manner, keeping the project teams productive and collaborative. With this book, you'll find out how you can bring more value to the business by winning new projects and driving exponential revenue growth. Starting with the key principles of Project Operations, you'll understand how it improves project planning and execution. You'll then learn how to successfully deploy Project Operations along with different integration strategies and get to grips with the best approach for sales through project opportunities, project contracts, and pricing workflow implementation. This book will guide you through setting up direct staffing and centralized staffing models and enable you to manage project changes confidently by getting hands-on with project timeline management, pricing management, resource assignments, and modifications. In the final chapters, you'll find out how to use Project Operations effectively for project accounting and finance. By the end of this book, you'll have gained the confidence to deliver profitable projects in a well-connected organization through efficient decision-making and successful customer-client relationships.What you will learnConfigure key elements of Project Operations to drive improved collaboration with your customersDiscover how Project Operations is interconnected with Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 PlatformUnderstand the Project Opportunity-to-Quote-to-Contract workflow and its implications for sellingFind out how to set up and utilize direct staffing and centralized staffing modelsExplore Project Timeline Management using Task, Board, and Timeline viewsFind out how information flows to finance and operations in Project OperationsWho this book is forThis book is for project managers, project leads, business consultants, and business leaders who want to gain a competitive edge by delivering successful projects in a shorter time span with the help of effective operations and workflows across different teams within projects. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and a sound understanding of business acumen and sales through the delivery process is necessary to get the most out of this book.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Administration
by Marco CarvalhoA practical tutorial, this book shows you how to set up and configure Dynamics AX 2009 and then how to improve and maintain its performance with clear step-by-step instructions, enabling Dynamics AX to fit your company's needs.If you are a network administrator or IT personnel charged with setting up and configuring Dynamics AX 2009 in your company, then this book is for you. A basic knowledge of Dynamics AX 2009 and general Windows Server Administration is required and familiarity with maintaining a SQL Server database server. Additionally, if you are a VAR tasked with implementing Dynamics AX into companies, then this book will provide you with a good overview and details of the whole Dynamics AX 2009 system.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Development Cookbook
by Mindaugas PociusThis book contains a list of useful Dynamics AX modifications – recipes – along with all required code and in-depth explanations. Most of the recipes are presented using real-world examples in a variety of Dynamics AX modules. The step-by-step instructions along with many useful screenshots make learning easier. This book is for Dynamics AX developers, and is primarily focused on delivering time-proven application modifications. Although new X++ developers could use this book along with their beginner guides, this book is focused more on people who are willing to raise their programming skills above the beginner level, and at the same time learn the functional aspects of Dynamics AX. So, some Dynamics AX coding experience is expected.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Development Cookbook
by Mindaugas PociusThis book contains a list of useful Dynamics AX modifications - recipes - along with all required code and in-depth explanations. Most of the recipes are presented using real-world examples in a variety of Dynamics AX modules. The step-by-step instructions along with many useful screenshots make learning easier. This book is for Dynamics AX developers, and is primarily focused on delivering time-proven application modifications. Although new X++ developers could use this book along with their beginner guides, this book is focused more on people who are willing to raise their programming skills above the beginner level, and at the same time learn the functional aspects of Dynamics AX. So, some Dynamics AX coding experience is expected.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Programming: Getting Started
by Erlend DalenThis book takes you through the important topics of Microsoft Dynamics AX with clear explanations and practical example code. It is an easy-to-read, illustrated tutorial with plenty of step-by-step instructions for AX development projects. This book is for developers on the Microsoft platform who want to develop and customize the Dynamics AX product. The book assumes that you have some experience with developing in the Microsoft environment, but no experience of development with AX is expected.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Financial Management
by Mohamed AamerThis book is a practical, hands-on guide that covers both the basic and advanced concepts of financial management using Microsoft Dynamics AX.Microsoft Dynamics AX Financial Management is for Microsoft Dynamics AX solution architects, application consultants, support engineers, pre-technical sales consultants, and project managers on the partner side, as well as chief financial officers, financial controllers, accounting managers, key users, business analysts, and chief information officers on the customer side. A basic knowledge of financial terms, concepts, and Microsoft Dynamics AX terminologies will help you better understand the concepts covered in this book.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2 Administration Cookbook
by Simon BuxtonAn easy-to-follow guide full of hands-on examples of real-world administration tasks. Each topic is explained and placed in context, and for the more inquisitive, there are more details of the concepts used.If you are an administrator who provides IT support to Dynamics AX 2012 and IT managers then this book is ideal for you. Whether you are new to AX or an experienced professional wishing to add to your knowledge, then this book is for you. The book assumes a basic knowledge of using Dynamics AX and the Active Directory. Many of the examples in the book require that you have access to Dynamics AX as a System Administrator, local administrator of your local machine, and access to read your Active Directory
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2 Services
by Kenny Saelen Klaas DeforcheThis book is a tutorial guide that covers each topic in depth with examples. The step-by-step approach will help you better understand each task as you will have to perform them frequently when utilizing the services. If you are a Dynamics AX developer, new or experienced who wants to implement services with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of MorphX and X++ is assumed, but the step-by-step instructions are easy to follow even for beginners. Some examples use C# and .NET, so experience with Visual Studio is a plus but not a must.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 Development Cookbook
by Mindaugas PociusIf you are a Dynamics AX developer who is primarily focused on delivering time-proven applications, then this book is for you. This book is focused more on people who are willing to raise their programming skills above the beginner level, and at the same time learn the functional aspects of Dynamics AX. Some Dynamics AX coding experience is expected.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 Financial Management
by Mohamed AamerThis book is intended for application consultants, controllers, CFOs, and other professionals who are engaged in a Microsoft Dynamics AX implementation project. Basic knowledge of financial terms, concepts, and Microsoft Dynamics AX terminologies is required.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 Reporting Cookbook
by Chhavi Aggarwal Deepak AgarwalMicrosoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 Reporting Cookbook is recommended for Dynamics AX developers and .NET-based SSRS developers looking to familiarize themselves with the new AX reporting framework.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 Security
by Ahmed Mohamed MoustafaIf you are a developer or IT administrator with background experience in a programming language with X++ and the MorphX development tool, this book is for you. The book assumes familiarity with basic security terminologies and the basics of Dynamics AX.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Reporting Cookbook
by Kamalakannan ElangovanMicrosoft Dynamics AX 2012 Reporting Cookbook is full of practical recipes for creating and managing reports as well as identifying the most appropriate reporting tool for any reporting challenge. In addition, you will learn about universal topics such as how to locate data for any given report. Although some of the reporting tools addressed in this book are exclusive to Dynamics AX 2012, many of the topics discussed also apply to older versions of AX. This book is packed with illustrations and real-time examples that are presented in a task-oriented Cookbook structure. Real-time tips and tricks make the book very interactive and informative at the same time."Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Reporting Cookbook" is recommended for Dynamics AX developers and .NET-based SSRS developers looking to familiarize themselves with the AX reporting framework. A basic understanding of Morphx and X++ is assumed but the step-by-step instructions make it easy even for a beginner. Some examples use C# and VB.NET, so experience with Visual Studio is a plus, but not a must.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Security - How to
by Ahmed Mohamed MoustafaWritten in simple, easy to understand format with lots of screenshots and insightful tips and hints. If you are an AX implementer, AX developer, network administrator or IT Person charged with configuring Dynamics AX2012 in your company, then this book is for you. The book assumes that you are familiar with the basic security terminologies. Also. the book provides you with a good overview and covers details that makes it suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced readers.
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Services
by Klaas Deforche Kenny SaelenIt's a tutorial guide that provides all the knowledge needed to implement services with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012. This book is aimed at Dynamics AX developers, both new and experienced with services and Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012. A basic understanding of MorphX and X++ is assumed, but the step-by-step instructions are easy to follow even for beginners. Some examples use C#.NET, so experience with Visual Studio is a plus but not a must.
Microsoft Dynamics AX Implementation Guide
by Jj Yadav Yogesh KasatYour all-in-one guide to exploring and implementing Microsoft Dynamics AX About This Book * From project kick-off to go live and upgrade, learn what to expect in each phase of the project * This book guides you through the entire journey of a Dynamics AX implementation project, helping you to avoid the common pitfalls and adapt industry knowledge and best practices for your own project * This one-stop guide is packed with key tools and techniques to aid your Dynamics AX implementation Who This Book Is For This book is for IT project managers, solution architects, and consultants who are planning to implement or are in the process of implementing or upgrading Dynamics AX. To use this book, you must have a working Dynamics AX system in place and must be familiar with the basics of Dynamics AX. What You Will Learn * Prepare for a great start with effective project management and planning from the beginning * Gather details early using effective requirement-gathering tools and techniques * Gain tools and techniques for effective infrastructure planning and hardware sizing * Get to grips with integration and data migration through planning and strategy * Familiarize yourself with the reporting and BI tools * Master functional and technical design to customize existing features and designs in your own projects * Manage your configuration and you're your configuration from one environment to another * Learn industry's best practices and recommendations on customization development and performance tuning In Detail Microsoft Dynamics AX is Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software that supports multi-site operations across various countries, providing international processing within the company. It is an ERP solution with a lot of features and functionality, and it provides support across the fields of financial, distribution, supply chain, project, customer relationship, HR, and field service management. This book is all about simplifying the overall implementation process of Dynamics AX. The purpose of this book is to help IT managers and solution architects implement Dynamics AX to increase the success rate of Dynamics AX projects. This all-in-one guide will take you through an entire journey of a Dynamics AX implementation, ensuring you avoid commonly-made mistakes during implementation. You'll begin with the installation of Dynamics AX and the basic requirements. Then, you'll move onto data migration, reporting, functional and technical design, configuration, and performance tuning. By the end of the book, you will know how to plan and execute Dynamics AX right, on your first attempt, using insider industry knowledge and best practices. Style and approach This is a progressive, easy-to-follow book that summarizes numerous aspects you need to know to make your Dynamics AX implementations successful using code examples to get you hands-on.