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MCSA/MCSE 70-291 Exam Cram, Second Edition is the #1 quick-study guide to passing the MCSA/MCSE 70-291 exam. This book covers all exam objectives, including how to maintain a DHCP server, manage name resolution with DNS, secure networks using IPSec, troubleshoot network and Internet connectivity, and monitor network traffic. This new edition also includes two full practice exams and has been updated against Microsoft's official courseware (MOC) that corresponds to this exam. 

 

This book will provide a refresher on important concepts and help you build on a solid foundation of knowledge on exam topics and objectives. The book also features test-taking strategies, time-saving study tips, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory joggers not available anywhere else.

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Introduction

Self-Assessment

Chapter 1: Microsoft Certification Exams

    Assessing Exam-Readiness

    What to Expect at the Testing Center

    Exam Layout and Design

        Traditional Exam Question Formats

        New Exam Question Formats

    Microsoft's Testing Formats

    Strategies for Different Testing Formats

        Case Study Exam Strategy

        The Fixed-Length and Short-Form Exam Strategies

        The Adaptive Exam Strategy

    Question-Handling Strategies

    Mastering the Inner Game

    Additional Resources

Chapter 2: Managing IP Addressing

    Overview of the OSI Model

        Connection-Based and Connectionless Protocols

    IP Addressing

        IP Address Classes

        Private IP Address Ranges

        Converting an IP Address to Binary Format

        Subnet Masks

        Subnetting an IP Address

    Configuring TCP/IP on a Server Computer

        DHCP IP Address Assignments

        Static IP Addressing

        Configuring Advanced Settings

    Managing DHCP

        Installing DHCP

        Authorizing a DHCP Server

        Creating Scopes

        Configuring DHCP for DNS Integration

        Managing DHCP Clients and Leases

        Managing a DHCP Database

        Managing DHCP Scope Options

        Managing Reservations and Reserved Clients

    Troubleshooting TCP/IP Addressing

        Diagnosing and Resolving Issues Related to Automatic Private IP Addressing

        Diagnosing and Resolving Issues Related to Incorrect TCP/IP Configuration

        Diagnosing and Resolving Issues Related to DHCP Authorization

        Verifying DHCP Reservation Configuration

        Conflict Detection

        Examining the System Event Log and DHCP Server Audit Log to Find Related Events

        Diagnosing and Resolving Issues Related to Configuration of DHCP Server and Scope Options

        Verifying Database Integrity

        Compacting the DHCP Database

    Exam Prep Questions

    Answers to Exam Prep Questions

    Need to Know More?

Chapter 3: Managing Name Resolution

    Introduction to NetBIOS Name Resolution

        Name Resolution Methods

    Introduction to WINS

        Installing WINS

        Configuring a WINS Server

        WINS Replication

        Configuring WINS Replication

        Forcing Replication

        Persistent Connections

    Managing and Monitoring WINS

        Backing Up and Restoring the WINS Database

        Server Statistics

        Tombstoning

        Verifying Database Consistency

    Configuring WINS Clients

        Configuring Static Mappings

        WINS Proxy

    DNS Concepts

        DNS Queries

        DNS Forwarders

        Conditional Forwarder

        DNS Server Caching

    Implementing Windows 2003 DNS Server Roles

        Caching-Only Server

        Primary Server

        Secondary Server

    Installing DNS

        Configuring DNS Server Options

        Advanced DNS Server Options

        Configuring DNS Zone Options

        Configuring DNS Simple Forwarding

    Managing DNS

        Managing DNS Zone Settings

        Managing DNS Record Settings

        Managing DNS Server Options

    Monitoring DNS

        System Monitor

        Event Viewer

        DNS Debug Logging

        Replication Monitor

    Troubleshooting DNS

    Exam Prep Questions

    Answers to Exam Prep Questions

    Need to Know More?

Chapter 4: Maintaining Network Security

    Implementing Security Baseline Settings

        Preparing the Development and Test Environment

        Applying Service Packs and Hot Fixes

        Securing the Operating System

        Keeping the System Secure

        Implementing the Principle of Least Privilege

    Auditing Security Settings Using Security Templates

        Using the Default Security Templates

        Analyzing Security with the Security Configuration and Analysis Tool

        Applying Security Templates

        Creating Custom Templates

    Installing and Configuring a Software Update Infrastructure

        Installing and Configuring Software Update Services

        Installing and Configuring Automatic Client Update Settings

    Monitoring Network Protocol Security

        Using the IP Security MMC Snap-In

        Using the Support Tools

    Troubleshooting Network Protocol Security

        Using the IP Security Monitor MMC Snap-In

        Event Viewer

        Network Monitor

    Exam Prep Questions

    Answers to Exam Prep Questions

    Need to Know More?

Chapter 5: Routing and Remote Access

    Configuring Remote Access

        Enabling Routing and Remote Access

        Configuring Inbound Connections

        Configuring Ports

    Configuring Routing and Remote Access User Authentication

        Configuring Remote Access Authentication Protocols

        Configuring Encryption Protocols

        Configuring Internet Authentication Services (IAS) to Provide Authentication for Routing and Remote Access Clients

        Configuring Routing and Remote Access Policies to Permit or Deny Access

        Configuring Routing and Remote Access for DHCP

    Configuring a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

    Managing TCP/IP Routing

        IP Routing

        Managing Routing Protocols

        Manage Routing Tables

    Managing Remote Access

        Managing Packet Filters

        Manage Routing and Remote Access Routing Interfaces

        Managing Routing Protocols

        Managing Devices and Ports

        Managing Routing and Remote Access Clients

    Implementing Secure Access Between Private Networks

        Configuring IPSec

        Configuring IPSec for Transport Mode

        Customizing IPSec Policies and Rules

    Troubleshooting User Access to Remote Access Services

        Diagnosing and Resolving Remote Access Connection Issues

        Diagnosing and Resolving User Access to Resources Beyond the Remote Access Server

        Troubleshooting Demand-Dial Routing

        Netsh

    Exam Prep Questions

    Answers to Exam Prep Questions

    Need to Know More?

Chapter 6: Maintaining a Network Infrastructure

    Monitoring Network Traffic

        Network Monitor

        System Monitor

    Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity

        Hardware

        Troubleshooting Utilities

    Troubleshooting Server Services

        Diagnose and Resolve Issues Related to Service Dependency

        Service Dependency

        Use Service Recovery Options to Diagnose and Resolve Service-Related Issues

        Configuring Service Recovery Options

        Other Troubleshooting Tools

    Exam Prep Questions

    Answers to Exam Prep Questions

    Need to Know More?

Chapter 7: Practice Exam #1

    How to Take the Practice Tests

    Exam-Taking Tips

    Practice Exam

Chapter 8: Answer Key for Practice Exam #1

    Answer Key

Chapter 9: Practice Exam #2

    Practice Exam

Chapter 10: Answer Key for Practice Exam #2

    Answer Key

Appendix A: Additional Resources

Appendix B: Accessing Your Free MeasureUp Practice Test–Including Networking Simulations!

Appendix C: MeasureUp's Product Features

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MCSA/MCSE 70-291 Exam Cram, Second Edition is the #1 quick-study guide to passing the MCSA/MCSE 70-291 exam. This book covers all exam objectives, including how to maintain a DHCP server, manage name resolution with DNS, secure networks using IPSec, troubleshoot network and Internet connectivity, and monitor network traffic. This new edition also includes two full practice exams and has been updated against Microsoft's official courseware (MOC) that corresponds to this exam. 

 

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  Balter, Wiest & Tittel
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  Ferguson, Poulton & Barrett
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  Thomas, Schmied & Tittel
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Appropriate for all courses in Windows Server 2003 security, and for all courses preparing students for Microsoft's MCSE 70-298 certification exam.

This is a fast-paced study guide and refresher for every student seeking to master Windows 2003 network security, and especially for those preparing for Exam 70-298—a key exam in both Microsoft's MCSE and MCSA certification programs. The book offers concise, high-efficiency review of every exam topic, including creating conceptual, logical, and physical designs for network infrastructure security; designing strategies for managing security and data access control; designing server-specific security; and more. The books extensive collection of study resources include exclusive test-taking strategies, time-saving study tips, two sample exams, a complete glossary, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory joggers. An 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. The engine offers two study modes, Practice Test and Flash Review, full exam customization, and a detailed score report. The book is supported by an active online community at www.examcram.com, where students can find industry news, study tips, practice exams, discussion boards, and more. Like all books in the Exam Cram 2 series, it has been published under the direction of Series Editor Ed Tittel, the leading authority on IT certification. Based on rigorous technical review by a team of industry experts, it has earned the distinction of CramSession Approved Study Material.

• MCSE 70-298 Exam Cram 2: Designing Security for a Windows Server 2003 Network
  Ferguson & Tittel
  © 2004 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 360 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789730162 | ISBN-13: 9780789730169
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Appropriate for all courses in Microsoft Active Directory and network infrastructure design, and especially for all courses preparing students for Microsoft's MCSE/MCSA examination 70-297.

This is a fast-paced study guide and refresher for every student seeking to master Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and network infrastructure design, and especially for those preparing for Microsoft's MCSE/MCSA examination 70-297—one of the core exams in Microsoft's MCSE and MCSA certification programs. The book offers concise, high-efficiency review of every exam topic. Coverage includes: gathering and analyzing business and technical requirements; creating conceptual and logical designs; analyzing DNS and security requirements, and assessing existing infrastructure. Coverage also includes: identifying network topology and performance levels; analyzing impacts on existing environments; defining security, authentication, account, and naming strategies; migration paths; and much more. The books extensive collection of study resources include exclusive test-taking strategies, time-saving study tips, two sample exams, a complete glossary, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory joggers. An 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 Microsoft's actual exam, as well as thorough explanations of every correct and incorrect answer. The engine offers two study modes, Practice Test and Flash Review, full exam customization, and a detailed score report. The book is supported by an active online community at www.examcram2.com, where students can find industry news, study tips, practice exams, discussion boards, and more. Like all books in the Exam Cram 2 series, it has been published under the direction of Series Editor Ed Tittel, the leading authority on IT certification. Based on rigorous technical review by a team of industry experts, it has earned the distinction of CramSession Approved Study Material.

• MCSE Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram 70-297)
  Ferguson, Huggins & Tittel
  © 2004 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 336 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789730154 | ISBN-13: 9780789730152
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Appropriate for all courses on Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure planning and maintenance; as well as all courses preparing students for Microsoft's 70-293 certification exam.

This is a fast-paced study guide and refresher for every student seeking to master Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure planning and maintenance, and especially for those preparing for Microsofts MCSE/MCSA examination 70-293—one of the core exams in Microsoft's MCSE and MCSA certification programs. The book offers concise, high-efficiency review of every exam topic,including server roles and security; planning, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure, routing, remote access, server availability, and security infrastructure; planning and maintaining network security; and more. Its extensive collection of study resources include exclusive test-taking strategies, time-saving study tips, two sample exams, a complete glossary, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory joggers. An 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 Microsoft's actual exam, as well as thorough explanations of every correct and incorrect answer. The engine offers two study modes, Practice Test and Flash Review, full exam customization, and a detailed score report. The book is supported by an active online community at www.examcram2.com, where students can find industry news, study tips, practice exams, discussion boards, and more. Like all books in the Exam Cram 2 series, it has been published under the direction of Series Editor Ed Tittel, the leading authority on IT certification. Based on rigorous technical review by a team of industry experts, it has earned the distinction of CramSession Approved Study Material.

• MCSE Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram 70-293)
  Zandri & Tittel
  © 2004 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 528 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 078973012X | ISBN-13: 9780789730121
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• MCSE Windows XP Professional Exam Cram 2 (Exam 70-270), 2/E
  Melber & Balter
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 504 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789733609 | ISBN-13: 9780789733603
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Appropriate for all courses on Windows XP Professional, and all courses preparing students for the MCSE Windows XP Professional certification exam (Exam 70-270).

MCSE 70-270 Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 delivers 500+ practice test questions for Microsoft's MCSE 70-270 exam, along with complete explanations of both correct and incorrect answers. It is designed to support students in gaining thorough mastery of Windows XP, and in preparing to pass the first of Microsoft's four core Operating System exams: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional. The book's questions are organized around the exam's key objectives, helping students quickly and easily assess their understanding of every key topic area. Coverage includes: installation, configuration, administration; resource management; security accounts and policies, user and desktop settings, hardware devices and drivers, disks and volumes, network protocols and services, system monitoring, performance optimization, recovery, remote access services, and more. The book also contains the proven “Cram Sheet” tearcard for last-minute review.

• MCSE Windows XP Professional Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (Exam 70-270)
  Picinich & Tittel
  © 2004 | Exam Cram | Paper; 264 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 078973107X | ISBN-13: 9780789731074
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Appropriate for all courses in basic network administration and troubleshooting, and for all courses preparing students for the latest Network+ certification exam (N10-002).

CompTIAs Network+ certification program has grown 120% in the past year, and is endorsed by Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, 3Com, and other leaders in networking. Network+ is rapidly becoming a crucial credential for IT technicians and professionals who wish to differentiate themselves in the marketplace. Network+ Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 delivers more than 500 practice test questions for the latest Network+ certification exam (N10-002), along with complete explanations of both correct and incorrect answers. It is designed to support students in gaining thorough mastery of network media, topologies, protocols, standards, implementation, and support; and in preparing to achieve Network+ certification. The book's questions are organized around the exam's key objectives, helping students quickly and easily assess their understanding of every key topic area. Coverage includes: Ethernet, wireless, the ISO model, MAC addresses, the TCP/IP suite, HTTP and other Internet protocols, WAN technologies, network services, security, storage, remote connectivity, disaster recovery, wiring, troubleshooting, and more. The book also contains the proven "Cram Sheet" tearcard for last-minute review. The accompanying CD-ROM contains every question from the book, delivered via an innovative exam engine powered by MeasureUp, one of the world's leading certification training organizations. Students can choose amongst multiple test modes, and all questions are written and structured as similarly as possible to the actual exam. Using these questions and formats, students will learn how to analyze the trick questions and distracters found on the actual exam. Author Charles J. Brooks is one of the world's leading certification experts, and a member of CompTIA's Advisory Committee for the A+ certification program.</D>

• Network+ Certification Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (Exam N10-002)
  Brooks & Tittel
  © 2004 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 216 pages | Out of Stock
  ISBN-10: 078973110X | ISBN-13: 9780789731104
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• Network+ Certification Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (Exam N10-003), 2/E
  Brooks
  © 2005 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 264 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789733528 | ISBN-13: 9780789733528
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• Network+ Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram N10-003), 2/E
  Harwood, Bird & Tittel
  © 2005 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 528 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789732548 | ISBN-13: 9780789732545
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• Network+ Exam Cram 2 Lab Manual
  Prowse
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper; 360 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789732939 | ISBN-13: 9780789732934
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• Network+ Exam Prep 2 (Exam Prep N10-003)
  Harwood
  © 2005 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 864 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789732556 | ISBN-13: 9780789732552
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The smartest, most efficient way to study for the CNA certification exam for NetWare 6.

• Novell Netware 6.5 CNA Exam Cram 2
  Wyrostek
  © 2005 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 504 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789727870 | ISBN-13: 9780789727879
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• PMP Exam Cram 2, 2/E
  Solomon
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 312 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789734621 | ISBN-13: 9780789734624
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• RFID+ Exam Cram
  OTA Training
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 336 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789735040 | ISBN-13: 9780789735041
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• Security+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram SYO-101)
  Hausman, Barrett, Weiss & Tittel
  © 2003 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 528 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789729105 | ISBN-13: 9780789729101
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• Security+ Exam Cram 2 Lab Manual
  Poulton
  © 2005 | Exam Cram | Paper; 312 pages | Out of Stock
  ISBN-10: 0789732912 | ISBN-13: 9780789732910
  
  
  



Appropriate for all introductory courses in computer and network security, and for all courses preparing students for the new CompTIA Security+ certification exam (SYO-101).

CompTIAs Security+ certification program is growing rapidly, and is endorsed by industry leaders including IBM, Microsoft, Motorola, Novell, Symantec, Tivoli, Sun Microsystems, and VeriSign; it is rapidly becoming a crucial credential for IT professionals who wish to differentiate themselves in the marketplace. Security+ Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 delivers more than 500 practice test questions for the new Security+ certification exam (SYO-101), along with complete explanations of both correct and incorrect answers. It is designed to support students in gaining thorough mastery of fundamental security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, the basics of cryptography, and operational and organizational security; and in preparing to achieve Security+ certification. The book's questions are organized around the exam's key objectives, helping students quickly and easily assess their understanding of every key topic area. Coverage includes: access control; authentication; removing nonessential services and protocols; recognizing attacks; remote access; intrusion detection; security baselining; cryptography concepts; PKI; key management and certificates; physical security; disaster recovery and business continuity; policies and procedures; risk identification; education; security documentation; and more. The book also contains the proven "Cram Sheet" tearcard for last-minute review. The accompanying CD-ROM contains every question from the book, delivered via an innovative exam engine powered by MeasureUp, one of the world's leading certification training organizations. Students can choose amongst multiple test modes, and all questions are written and structured as similarly as possible to the actual exam. Using these questions and formats, students will learn how to analyze the trick questions and distracters found on the actual exam.

• Security+ Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (Exam SYO-101)
  Sparbel & Tittel
  © 2003 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 264 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789731517 | ISBN-13: 9780789731517
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• Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SKO-002)
  International
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 768 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789733684 | ISBN-13: 9780789733689
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• Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SKO-002), Safari
  International
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | On-line Supplement; 768 pages | Estimated Availability: 06/15/2009
  ISBN-10: 076869020X | ISBN-13: 9780768690200
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• Solaris 10 System Administration Exam Prep 2
  Calkins
  © 2006 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 1104 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789734613 | ISBN-13: 9780789734617
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• Solaris 9 System Administration Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram CX-310-014 & CX310-015)
  Ambro & Tittel
  © 2003 | Exam Cram | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 576 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0789728699 | ISBN-13: 9780789728692
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