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MCSA/MCSE Managing & Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment Training Guide (Exam 70-290)
Lee Scales

ISBN-10: 0789729350
ISBN-13: 9780789729354

Publisher: Exam Cram
Copyright: 2004
Format: Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 752 pp
Published: 11/13/2003

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Appropriate for all courses on managing and maintaining Windows Server 2003 environments, as well as all courses preparing students for Microsoft's 70-290 certification exam.

This is a comprehensive study resource for every student seeking to master Windows Server 2003 management and maintenance, and especially for those preparing for Microsofts MCSE/MCSA examination 70-290. It combines a carefully designed teaching methodology, realistic practice questions, proven exam preparation tips, exceptional review software, and outstanding Web-based support at www.examcram.com. The author, a widely respected Microsoft technology consultant and trainer, covers every Microsoft Windows Server 2003 management and maintenance certification objective, including managing servers, storage, and hardware devices; troubleshooting hardware and servers; managing users, computers, groups, and resource access; monitoring and optimizing server performance; and recovering from disasters. Like all books in the MCSE/MCSA Training Guide Series, this book is edited by Ed Tittel, widely acknowledged as the worlds leading expert on certification preparation and courseware. Its accompanying CD-ROM contains PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition software, including one complete PrepLogic Practice Test with approximately the same number of questions found on Microsofts actual exam, as well as thorough explanations of every correct and incorrect answer.

  • NEW - Accompanying CD-ROM—Contains PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition software plus one complete PrepLogic Practice Test for Microsoft Exam 70-290.
    • Gives students realistic practice with an exam designed to closely match the content and approach of Microsofts own certification exam.

  • NEW - Edited by Ed Tittel, the worlds leading authority on MCSE/MCSA certification preparation.
    • Gives students the benefit of Ed Tittels world-class expertise in preparing certification candidates rapidly and effectively.

  • NEW - Complemented by Que's new and comprehensive Web certification training resources.
    • Gives students ongoing access to a wide range of valuable resources for mastering and staying up-to-date with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 technologies.

  • Comprehensive coverage—Covers every MCSE/MCSA Exam 70-290 objective, including managing servers, storage, hardware, users, resources, performance, disaster recovery, and more.
    • Offers students a single source for all the information they need both to prepare for certification exams and to succeed with Windows Server 2003 in real-world environments.

  • Rapid-mastery features, outstanding pedagogy—Includes a wide range of features designed to help students achieve mastery, including review questions, case studies, last-minute study tools, and much more.
    • Gives students a complete toolset for ensuring that they understand the material in depth.

  • Accompanying CD-ROM—Contains PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition software plus one complete PrepLogic Practice Test for Microsoft Exam 70-290.
    • Gives students realistic practice with an exam designed to closely match the content and approach of Microsofts own certification exam.

  • Edited by Ed Tittel, the worlds leading authority on MCSE/MCSA certification preparation.
    • Gives students the benefit of Ed Tittels world-class expertise in preparing certification candidates rapidly and effectively.

  • Complemented by Que's new and comprehensive Web certification training resources.
    • Gives students ongoing access to a wide range of valuable resources for mastering and staying up-to-date with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 technologies.



Introduction.

I. EXAM PREPARATION.

 1. Managing Server Storage Devices.

 2. Managing and Troubleshooting Hardware Devices.

 3. Managing Users, Computers and Groups.

 4. Managing and Maintaining Access to Resources.

 5. Managing and Troubleshooting Servers.

 6. Monitoring and Optimizing Server Performance.

 7. Managing and Implementing Disaster Recovery.

II. FINAL REVIEW..

Fast Facts.

Study and Exam Prep Tips.

Practice Exam.

III. APPENDIXES.

Appendix A. Key Resources Online.

Appendix B. General Networking Resources & Bibliography.

Appendix C. Glossary of Technical Terms.

Appendix D. Overview of the Certification Process.

Appendix E. What's on the CD-ROM.

Appendix F. Using the Prep Logic Software.

Index..

Lee Scales holds the MCSE+I (NT4) as well as the MCSE (W2K/W2K3) certifications and has been working in the computer industry for more than 20 years, including employment and consulting engagements with several Fortune 100 companies. He is currently employed as a senior consultant with a Microsoft Gold Partner, where his duties include working with companies that are migrating to the Windows Server 2003 platform with Active Directory.

In addition to his consulting duties, he has been developing courseware for the Windows platform for several years and has been a contributing/co-author to titles in the original Exam Cram, Exam Cram 2, and Windows Power Toolkit series. When time allows, he also performs contributing reviewer duties for Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine.

When not buried neck deep in a networking project, Lee enjoys camping, hunting, and fishing, especially in places where you can't plug in a laptop, and the cell phone doesn't work.

Lee lives in Overland Park, Kansas with his son Davin. You can reach Lee at leescales@hotmail.com.

MCSA/MCSE Training Guide (70-290): Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment is the perfect study guide to help you pass the 70-290 exam. The 70-290 exam is one of the four core exams in Microsoft's MCSE 2003 certification program as well as a core exam in the MCSA 2003 program. If you are preparing for this exam, you'll find our Training Guide to be the most effective self-study tool in the market! This book is your one-stop shop because of its teaching methodology, the accompanying PrepLogic testing software, and superior Web site support at www.examcram.com. The book follows the exam objectives and features numerous exercises to give you hands-on opportunities, exam tips that give you advice for test day, and warnings that alert you to possible mistakes. The Fast Facts section condenses the most important information for last-minute review, and the practice exam is representative of the actual exam.

Each book in the Training Guide series is published under the direction of Series Editor Ed Tittel, the leading authority on IT certification. This book has been subjected to rigorous technical review by a team of industry experts, ensuring content is superior in both coverage and technical accuracy, and has earned the distinction of Cramsession� Approved Study Material.

The CD features PrepLogic� Practice Tests, Preview Edition. This product includes one complete PrepLogic Practice Test with approximately the same number of questions found on the actual vendor exam. Each question contains full, detailed explanations of the correct and incorrect answers. The engine offers two study modes, Practice Test and Flash Review, full exam customization, and a detailed score report.

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