Managing systems from different vendors can be complicated. Microsoft Host Integration Server 2000 simplifies the process by providing bidirectional communication services across heterogeneous mainframe, minicomputer, and PC-based systems. "Microsoft Host Integration Server 2000 Resource Kit" eases integration even further by delivering the software tools and up-to-date information that IT professionals need to fully exploit the functionality of Microsoft Host Integration Server 2000. This resource kit brings together a wealth of technical information and tools to simplify integration of the Microsoft Windows "RM" 2000 operating system with disparate applications, data, and networks from a variety of vendors such as IBM and Oracle. It provides comprehensive documentation of Microsoft Host Integration Server 2000 features, plus additional inside information on how to fully leverage this server's capabilities. An accompanying CD includes tools and utilities, source code and script files, printable copies of checklists, white papers, Microsoft KnowledgeBase articles, online Help files for error messages, registry values, environment settings, and the complete text of the book in searchable form.