Part I, "SharePoint 2003 Overview," provides an introduction to SharePoint 2003 technologies and highlights the differences between the current and previous version of SharePoint. In addition, a chapter is devoted to how organizations are leveraging the SharePoint 2003 features and capabilities. Part II, "Planning and Implementing a SharePoint 2003 Environment," guides the reader through the transforming of business goals and processes into a SharePoint 2003 ecosystem. Windows SharePoint Services and SharePoint Portal Server 2003 installation are covered, as is the configuration and tuning for optimized client access. The process of migrating from SharePoint 2001 is also covered. Part III, "Using SharePoint 2003 Technologies," explores the use of the Office 2003 product line with a SharePoint 2003 environment. Chapters are devoted to SharePoint libraries and lists. Part IV, "Managing a SharePoint 2003 Environment," covers SharePoint security, implementing ISA Server 2004 to enhance the security of the SharePoint environment. The processes required to administer and maintain the SharePoint 2003 environment including different strategies and processes for backing up data and sites are examined. Part V, "Extending the SharePoint 2003 Environment," provides insight into customizing the SharePoint environment, delves more deeply into the power and flexibility of Web Parts, and scaling SharePoint for larger implementations.
The focus of this book is for both IT professionals who need to plan, implement, and support a Windows SharePoint Services/SharePoint Portal Server 2003 infrastructure, as well as for non-IT personnel (such as business consultants, business managers, project managers, and knowledge workers) who want to enhance business communications and information flow processes using a collaboration/knowledge management tool. |
