Free eBooks from Microsoft Press

Microsoft System Center: Integrated Cloud Platform
David Ziembicki and Mitch Tulloch, Series Editor
April 2014
80 pagesThis book is organized by cloud type and begins with a short overview of the Cloud OS strategy from Microsoft and a high-level hybrid cloud architecture. It also covers the design and deployment of private cloud solutions using Windows and System Center to deliver the software-defined datacenter where storage, network, compute, and management are all virtualized and delivered by the Microsoft platform. Download the PDF (2.52 MB) Download the EPUB file (5.32 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (8.1 MB)
Programming Windows Store Apps with HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Top of Page Programming Windows Store Apps with HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Kraig Brockschmidt
April 2014
1,311 pagesMicrosoft Press is pleased to offer the second edition of Kraig Brockschmidt’s in-depth ebook on writing Windows Store apps using HTML, CSS3, and JavaScript on the Windows 8.1 platform. The ebook includes 20 chapters and 4 appendices. We’re delighted to welcome you into a world of Windows Reimagined! Download the PDF (30.1 MB) Download the EPUB file (71.2 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (113 MB) Download Companion Files (132 MB)
Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2014
Top of Page Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2014
Ross Mistry and Stacia Misner
April 2014
125 pagesIn this book, the authors explain how SQL Server 2014 incorporates in-memory technology to boost performance in online transactional processing (OLTP) and data-warehouse solutions. They also describe how it eases the transition from on-premises solutions to the cloud with added support for hybrid environments. Download the PDF (8.08 MB) Download the EPUB file (8.22 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (12.3 MB)
Windows Server ebooks
Introducing Windows Server 2012 R2Introducing Windows Server 2012 R2
Mitch Tulloch
November 2013
242 pagesGet a head start evaluating Windows Server 2012 R2—with technical insights from a Microsoft MVP and members of the Windows Server product team. Based on final Windows Server 2012 R2 release-to-manufacturing (RTM) software, this guide introduces new features and capabilities, with scenario-based advice on how the platform can meet the needs of your business. Get the high-level overview you need to begin preparing your deployment now. Download the PDF (8.0 MB) Download the EPUB file (22.5 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (40.3 MB)
Windows Azure ebooks
Introducing Windows Azure for IT ProfessionalsIntroducing Windows Azure for IT Professionals
Mitch Tulloch with the Windows Azure Team
October 2013
142 pagesGet a high-level overview of Windows Azure—and get a running start with this flexible cloud platform. Designed for IT professionals, this guide introduces core features and functionality, with technical insights and advice from a Microsoft MVP and members of the Windows Azure team. Topics include Windows Azure solutions, Compute services, Network services, Data services, and App services. Download the PDF (8.0 MB) Download the EPUB file (22.5 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (40.3 MB) Get the book's companion files (2.33 KB)
Rethinking Enterprise Storage: A Hybrid Cloud Model
Top of Page Rethinking Enterprise Storage: A Hybrid Cloud Model
Marc Farley
July 2013
120 pagesDiscover how a hybrid cloud model—combining cloud storage services with traditional on-premise storage—can solve multiple storage challenges cost-effectively, all under a single data management system. Focusing on the Microsoft hybrid cloud storage solution, this book offers concise insights on technical, strategic, and practical considerations—so you can begin evaluating potential benefits to your organization. Download the PDF (3.0 MB) Download the EPUB file (3.8 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (7.2 MB)
Windows ebooks
Introducing Windows 8.1 for IT Professionals
Top of Page Introducing Windows 8.1 for IT Professionals
Ed Bott
October 2013
140 pagesGet a head start evaluating Windows 8.1—with early technical insights from award-winning journalist and Windows expert Ed Bott. This guide introduces new features and capabilities, providing a practical, high-level overview for IT professionals ready to begin deployment planning now. Download the PDF (8.0 MB) Download the EPUB file (22.5 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (40.3 MB)
App Development ebooks
Programming Windows Store Apps with HTML, CSS and JavaScriptProgramming Windows Store Apps with HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Kraig Brockschmidt
April 2014
1,311 pagesMicrosoft Press is pleased to offer the second edition of Kraig Brockschmidt’s in-depth ebook on writing Windows Store apps using HTML, CSS3, and JavaScript on the Windows 8.1 platform. The ebook includes 20 chapters and 4 appendices. We’re delighted to welcome you into a world of Windows Reimagined! Download the PDF (30.1 MB) Download the EPUB file (71.2 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (113 MB) Download Companion Files (132 MB)
.NET Technology Guide for Business Applications
Top of Page .NET Technology Guide for Business Applications
Cesar de la Torre and David Carmona
November 2013This guide will help you select the right Microsoft development technologies and approaches for your custom .NET application development, depending on the priorities you have for your application and business domain. It is targeted to decision makers, software architects, development leads, and developers who are involved in selecting which technologies to use for their applications and projects, and specifically covers custom enterprise application development, although independent software vendors (ISVs) might also find the information and recommendations useful. Download the PDF (6.0 MB)
Microsoft System Center ebooks
Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2014Microsoft System Center: Integrated Cloud Platform
David Ziembicki and Mitch Tulloch, Series Editor
April 2014
80 pagesThis book is organized by cloud type and begins with a short overview of the Cloud OS strategy from Microsoft and a high-level hybrid cloud architecture. It also covers the design and deployment of private cloud solutions using Windows and System Center to deliver the software-defined datacenter where storage, network, compute, and management are all virtualized and delivered by the Microsoft platform. Download the PDF (2.52 MB) Download the EPUB file (5.32 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (8.1 MB)
Microsoft System Center: Network Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Network Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Mitch Tulloch with Nader Benmessaoud, CJ Williams, Uma Mahesh Mudigonda
March 2014
94 pagesThis brief book identifies some key usage and deployment scenarios for cloud computing to provide some deep technical background on the Microsoft SDN solution, enabling IT professionals to quickly learn the internals of HNV, how it works from end to end, and where and how it should be used. Download the PDF (4.52 MB) Download the EPUB file (4.2 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (6.56 MB)
Microsoft System Center: Building a Virtualized Network Solution
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Building a Virtualized Network Solution
Mitch Tulloch with Nigel Cain, Alvin Morales, Michel Luescher, Damian Flynn
February 2014
136 pagesThis book is geared to private and hybrid cloud architects preparing to design and build a virtualized network solution based on Windows Server 2012 and System Center 2012 SP1, or later. Written by experts on the Microsoft System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, this title focuses on architecture and design. Download the PDF (6.68 MB) Download the EPUB file (25.4 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (45.4 MB)
Introducing Microsoft System Center 2012 R2
Top of Page Introducing Microsoft System Center 2012 R2
Mitch Tulloch with Symon Perriman and the System Center team
January 2014
180 pagesGet a high-level overview of System Center 2012 R2—and get a running start transforming your datacenter and cloud-optimizing your business. This guide introduces core features and functionality, with technical advice and under-the-hood insights from a Microsoft MVP and members of the System Center team at Microsoft. Download the PDF (12.4 MB) Download the EPUB file (24.3 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (43.1 MB)
Microsoft System Center: Designing Orchestrator Runbooks
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Designing Orchestrator Runbooks
David Ziembicki, Aaron Cushner, Andreas Rynes and series editor Mitch Tulloch
September 2013
186 pagesPart of a series of specialized guides on System Center—this book delivers a focused drilldown on designing Orchestrator runbooks for workflow management solutions. Written by experts on the System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, these titles provide concise technical guidance as they step you through key design concepts, criteria, and tasks. Download the PDF (8.8 MB) Download the EPUB file (24.6 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (43.5 MB) Download the book's companion files (296 KB)
Microsoft System Center: Configuration Manager Field Experience
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Configuration Manager Field Experience
Rushi Faldu, Manish Raval, Brandon Linton, Kaushal Pandey and series editor Mitch Tulloch
September 2013
92 pagesPart of a series of specialized guides on System Center—this book delivers a focused drilldown on using Configuration Manager for queries and custom reporting, with scenario-based guidance for deployment success. Written by experts on the Microsoft System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, this title provides concise, from-the-field guidance as you step through key concepts and tasks. Download the PDF (4.5 MB) Download the EPUB file (22.6 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (40.3 MB) Download the book's companion files (1.2 KB)
Microsoft System Center: Cloud Management with App Controller
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Cloud Management with App Controller
Yung Chou, Keith Mayer, and series editor Mitch Tulloch
November 2013
118 pagesPart of a series of specialized guides on System Center—this book focuses on core tasks for App Controller to implement and manage hybrid cloud solutions. Written by experts on the Microsoft System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, this title delivers concise technical guidance as you step through key concepts, processes, and tasks. Download the PDF (14.8 MB) Download the EPUB file (24.4 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (42.9 MB)
Microsoft System Center: Troubleshooting Configuration Manager
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Troubleshooting Configuration Manager
Rushi Faldu, Manoj Kumar Pal, Andre Della Monica, Kaushal Pandey, and series editor Mitch Tulloch
November 2013
108 pagesPart of a series of specialized guides on System Center—this book addresses the most common pain points for Configuration Manager administrators, providing insider and from-the-field insights to help you succeed. Written by experts on the Microsoft System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, this title delivers concise technical guidance as you step through key concepts and tasks. Download the PDF (6.4 MB) Download the EPUB file (24.3 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (44.2 MB)
Microsoft System Center: Optimizing Service Manager
Top of Page Microsoft System Center: Optimizing Service Manager
Thomas Ellermann, Kathleen Wilson, Karsten Nielsen, John Clark, and series editor Mitch Tulloch
December 2013
96 pagesPart of a series of specialized guides on System Center—this book provides a framework for planning and delivering a successful Service Manager project. Written by experts on the Microsoft System Center team and with Microsoft MVP Mitch Tulloch as series editor, this title delivers concise guidance, from-the-field insights, and best practices for optimizing and maintaining your Service Manager environment. Download the PDF (3.2 MB) Download the EPUB file (19.7 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (44.2 MB) Download the book's companion files (689 Bytes)
Other books & ebooks for sale
Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2014
Top of Page Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2014
Ross Mistry and Stacia Misner
April 2014
125 pagesIn this book, the authors explain how SQL Server 2014 incorporates in-memory technology to boost performance in online transactional processing (OLTP) and data-warehouse solutions. They also describe how it eases the transition from on-premises solutions to the cloud with added support for hybrid environments. Download the PDF (8.08 MB) Download the EPUB file (8.22 MB) Download the Mobi for Kindle file (12.3 MB)
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Windows 8.1 Administration Pocket Consultant: Essentials & ConfigurationWindows 8.1 Administration Pocket Consultant: Essentials & Configuration
William R. Stanek
November 2013
384 pagesPortable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for core configuration and administrative tasks in Windows 8.1. Zero in on the essentials 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.
Windows Runtime via C#Windows Runtime via C#
Jeffrey Richter and Maarten van de Bospoort
November 2013
320 pagesDelve inside the Windows Runtime environment—and learn best ways to design and build Windows Store apps. Guided by Jeff Richter, a well-known expert in Windows programming, along with principal Windows consultant Maarten van de Bospoort, you’ll master essential Windows Runtime API concepts. And you’ll gain practical insights and tips for how to architect, design, optimize, and debug your apps.
Windows PowerShell Best Practices
Top of Page Windows PowerShell Best Practices
Ed Wilson
January 2014
760 pagesAutomate system administration using Windows PowerShell best practices—and optimize your operational efficiency. With this practical guide, Windows PowerShell expert and instructor Ed Wilson delivers field-tested tips, real-world examples, and candid advice culled from administrators across a range of business and technical scenarios. If you’re an IT professional with Windows PowerShell experience, this book is ideal.