Essential preparation for taking Microsoft's first exam on virtualization

• Microsoft's hot new virtualization tool–Hyper-V–now comes installed on Windows Server 2008 and enables users to run multiple operating systems on a single machine as virtual machines, allowing organizations to reduce overhead costs and improve efficiency
• The MCTS: Windows Server Virtualization Configuration exam is Microsoft's newest addition to their exam repertoire and tests candidates' ability to use Hyper-V and server virtualization as part of their network infrastructure solution
• Reviews the tasks that are mandatory for candidates to know: installing Hyper-V, configuring and optimizing Hyper-V, deploying virtual machines, and managing and monitoring virtual machines
• The CD-ROM contains coverage of the exam objectives, real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions

Will Panek, MCTS, MCITP, MCT, CCNA, CHFI (Farmington, NH), is founder of Stellacon Corporation, a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner and a Certified Learning Solutions Provider and leading training provider on the East Coast. He is the author of MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration Study Guide (978-0-470-26167-5) and MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration Study Guide (978-0-470-26169-9).

The MCTS is Windows Server Virtualization Configuring exam, and is Microsoft's newest addition to their exam repertoire and tests candidates' ability to use Hyper-V and server virtualization as part of their network infrastructure solution. The exam targets IT professionals who are looking to enhance their skills and distinguish themselves from the rest of the pack. This guide reviews the tasks that are mandatory for candidates to know: installing Hyper-V, configuring and optimizing Hyper-V, deploying virtual machines, and managing and monitoring virtual machines. The CD-ROM contains coverage of the exam objectives, real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

This comprehensive book will guide readers through Microsoft's brand new MCTS: Windows Server Virtulization, Configuring exam.  

Candidates will need to know how to perform the following tasks:

•      Installing Hyper-V

•      Configuring and Optimizing Hyper-V

•      Deploying Virtual Machines

•      Managing and Monitoring Virtual Machines        

This study guide will be complete with 100% coverage of the exam objectives, real world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions, both in the book and on the CD.

 In addition, there will be a complete instructor support package made available to training centers and schools who will use this book in their classroom.