Synopses & Reviews
MCSE: The Core Exams in a Nutshell Second Edition, is the long-awaited update to the bestselling first edition. The second edition completely updates the NT exams and the new Windows 98 exam and covers the new adaptive tests. This dense and tightly written book is a must-buy in order to be well prepared for the exams.Microsoft's MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) program is a rigorous testing and certification program for Windows NT system and network administrators. To achieve certification, one must pass four required exams and two elective exams. Close to twenty potential elective exams exist, although only nine of them are current electives covering the most recent version of a given product. Microsoft also has the MCSE+Internet certification, which requires passing seven required exams and two elective exams. There are four current elective exams to choose from to attain this certification.MCSE: The Core Exams in a Nutshell, Second Edition, is a comprehensive study guide that covers the required exams for the MCSE certification. The companion book, MCSE: The Electives in a Nutshell, covers the most important and popular elective exams for the MCSE certification as well as the other required and elective exams for the MCSE+Internet certification.The required exams covered in this book are:
- Networking Essentials
- Windows NT Workstation
- Windows NT Server
- Windows 98 (you must choose either the NT Workstation or Windows 98 exam)
Each chapter in the book covers one exam. It includes:
- A summary of the key areas covered by the exam
- A description of the format and difficulty of each exam and tips for passing it
- Definitions of key terms
- Sample test questions and answers, including multiple tests to prepare you for the new adaptive tests, which have proven to be more challenging to take
MCSE: The Core Exams in a Nutshell, 2nd Edition, is an updated edition of the bestselling first edition. It is a detailed quick reference for administrators with Windows NT experience or experience administering a different platform, such as UNIX or NetWare, who want to learn what is necessary to pass the required exam portion of the MCSE certification.While no book is a substitute for real-world experience, this book will help you codify your knowledge and prepare for the exams. Any administrator who is serious about passing the exams required exams for the MCSE certification will find this book an invaluable tool.
Synopsis
An updated, detailed quick reference for administrators with Windows NT experience and others who want to learn what's required to pass the exam portion of MCSE certification. This book covers all four required exams, including the alternate Windows 98 and Windows NT Workstation exams.
Synopsis
"MCSE: The Core Exams in a Nutshell, Second Edition, is the long-awaited update to the bestselling first edition. The second edition completely updates the NT exams and the new Windows 98 exam and covers the new adaptive tests. This dense and tightly written book is a must-buy in order to be well prepared for the exams. The required exams covered in this book are: Networking EssentialsWindows NT WorkstationWindows NT Server Windows 98 (you must choose either the NT Workstation or Windows 98 exam) Each chapter in the book covers one exam. It includes: A summary of the key areas covered by the examA description of the format and difficulty of each exam and tips for passing itDefinitions of key termsSample test questions and answers, including multiple tests to prepare you for the new adaptive tests, which have proven to be more challenging to take "MCSE: The Core Exams in a Nutshell, 2nd Edition, is an updated edition of the bestselling first edition. It is a detailed quick reference for administrators with Windows NT experience or experience administering a different platform, such as Unix or NetWare, who want to learn what is necessary to pass the required exam portion of the MCSE certification.
About the Author
Michael Moncur is a freelance author and consultant in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is the owner of Starling Technologies, a small company specializing in network consulting and Web content development. Michael is certified as both a CNE and an MCSE, and is the author of several books on NetWare, NT, and the CNE and MCSE programs, including NT Network Security and CNE Study Guide for IntranetWare (Sybex/Network Press) and the upcoming MCSE: The Electives in a Nutshell (O'Reilly).
Table of Contents
Preface
About the MCSE Exams
Microsoft Certification Programs
MCSE Core Exams
The Examination Process
Continuing Education
Part 1. Networking Essentials
Exam Overview
Areas of Study
Study Guide
Networking Basics and Standards
Network Media and Interface Cards
LAN Topologies and Architectures
Common Network Protocols
Common WAN Architectures
VPN
Planning and Administration
Troubleshooting
Suggested Exercises
Practice Tests
Comprehensive Test
Refresher Test 1
Refresher Test 2
Highlighter's Index
Networking Basics
Network Adapters and Media
Network Configuration
Network Protocols
Administration
Troubleshooting
Part 2. Windows NT Workstation
Exam Overview
Areas of Study
Study Guide
Windows NT Basics
Installing NT Workstation
Managing Network Components
Configuring NT Workstation
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Suggested Exercises
Practice Tests
Comprehensive Test
Refresher Test 1
Refresher Test 2
Highlighter's Index
Operating Systems
NT Architecture
Planning and Installation
Network Components
Configuring Windows NT
Troubleshooting
Part 3. Windows NT Server
Exam Overview
Areas of Study
Study Guide
Installing Windows NT Server
Managing Network Components
Configuring Disks
Security and Administration
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Suggested Exercises
Practice Tests
Comprehensive Test
Refresher Test 1
Refresher Test 2
Highlighter's Index
NT Server Installation
Network Components
Disk Configuration
Security and Administration
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Part 4. Windows NT Server in the Enterprise
Exam Overview
Areas of Study
Study Guide
Directory Services
Advanced Network Configuration
Configuring Internet Services
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Suggested Exercises
Practice Tests
Comprehensive Test
Refresher Test 1
Refresher Test 2
Highlighter's Index
Directory Services
Advanced Networking Configuration
Configuring Internet Services
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Part 5. Windows 98
Exam Overview
Areas of Study
Study Guide
Windows 98 Basics
Windows 98 Installation
Configuring Network Components
Managing Windows 98
Optimization and Troubleshooting
Suggested Exercises
Practice Tests
Comprehensive Test
Refresher Test 1
Refresher Test 2
Highlighter's Index
Windows 98 Basics
Installing Windows 98
Network Configuration
Managing Windows 98
Troubleshooting
Index