Synopses & Reviews
Announcing an all-new SELF-PACED TRAINING KIT designed to help maximize your performance on 70-643, the required exam for the new Microsoft(R) Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification for Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration. This 2-in-1 kit includes the official Microsoft study guide, plus practice tests on CD to help assess your skills. It comes packed with the tools and features exam candidates want most--including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from expert, exam-certified authors; and customizable testing options. It also provides real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting labs for skills and expertise that you can apply to the job.
Focusing on Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure technologies, this official study guide covers Terminal Services, Web Services infrastructure and security, Media Server, Microsoft Windows(R) SharePoint(R) Services server options, File Server, Print Services, network maintenance, and Simple Network Management Protocol.
Work at your own pace through the lessons and lab exercises. Then assess yourself using 300+ practice questions on the CD, which features multiple, customizable testing options. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers--including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get an exam discount voucher--making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.
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Synopsis
This two-in-one training kit for Exam 70-643 includes the official Microsoft study guide, plus more than 300 practice tests on the CD to help users assess their skills. It also covers Terminal Services, Web Services infrastructure and security, Media Server, Microsoft Windows, SharePoint, and more.
Synopsis
Announcing an all-new SELF-PACED TRAINING KIT designed to help maximize your performance on 70-643, the required exam for the new Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification for Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration. This 2-in-1 kit includes the official Microsoft study guide, plus practice tests on CD to help assess your skills. It comes packed with the tools and features exam candidates want most—including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from expert, exam-certified authors; and customizable testing options. It also provides real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting labs for skills and expertise that you can apply to the job.
Focusing on Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure technologies, this official study guide covers Terminal Services, Web Services infrastructure and security, Media Server, Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services server options, File Server, Print Services, network maintenance, and Simple Network Management Protocol.
Work at your own pace through the lessons and lab exercises. Then assess yourself using 300+ practice questions on the CD, which features multiple, customizable testing options. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers—including pointers back to the book for further study. —making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.
A Note Regarding the CD or DVD
Assess your skills with practice tests. You can work through hundreds of questions using multiple testing modes to meet your specific learning needs. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers—including a customized learning path that describes how and where to focus your studies.
For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.
About the Author
J.C. Mackin (MCITP, MCTS, MCSE, MCDST, MCT) is a writer, consultant, and trainer who has been working with Microsoft® networks for more than a decade. Books he has previously authored or coauthored include MCSA/MCSE Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-291): Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 Network Infrastructure; MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-443): Designing a Database Server Infrastructure Using Microsoft® SQL Server® 2005; and MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-622): Supporting and Troubleshooting Applications on a Windows Vista® Client for Enterprise Support Technicians. He also holds a master's degree in Telecommunications and Network Management.
Table of Contents
About the Authors; J.C. Mackin; Anil Desai; Introduction; Hardware Requirements (Virtual PC); Hardware Requirements (Physical); Software Requirements; Practice Setup Instructions; Using the CD and DVD; Microsoft Certified Professional Program; Technical Support; Chapter 1: Implementing and Configuring a Windows Deployment Infrastructure; 1.1 Before You Begin; 1.2 Lesson 1 Deploying Windows in a Windows Server 2008 Environment; 1.3 Lesson 2 Configuring Windows Deployment Services; 1.4 Lesson 3 Deploying Virtual Machines; 1.5 Lesson 4 Implementing a Windows Activation Infrastructure; 1.6 Chapter Review; 1.7 Chapter Summary; 1.8 Key Terms; 1.9 Case Scenarios; 1.10 Suggested Practices; 1.11 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 2: Configuring Server Storage and Clusters; 2.1 Before You Begin; 2.2 Lesson 1 Configuring Server Storage; 2.3 Lesson 2 Configuring Server Clusters; 2.4 Chapter Review; 2.5 Chapter Summary; 2.6 Key Terms; 2.7 Case Scenarios; 2.8 Suggested Practices; 2.9 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 3: Installing and Configuring Terminal Services; 3.1 Before You Begin; 3.2 Lesson 1 Deploying a Terminal Server; 3.3 Lesson 2 Configuring Terminal Services; 3.4 Chapter Review; 3.5 Chapter Summary; 3.6 Key Terms; 3.7 Case Scenarios; 3.8 Suggested Practices; 3.9 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 4: Configuring and Managing a Terminal Services Infrastructure; 4.1 Before You Begin; 4.2 Lesson 1 Configuring and Managing Terminal Services Clients; 4.3 Lesson 2 Deploying Terminal Services Gateway; 4.4 Lesson 3 Publishing Applications with TS RemoteApp; 4.5 Chapter Review; 4.6 Chapter Summary; 4.7 Key Terms; 4.8 Case Scenarios; 4.9 Suggested Practices; 4.10 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 5: Installing and Configuring Web Applications; 5.1 Before You Begin; 5.2 Lesson 1 Installing the Web Server (IIS) Role; 5.3 Lesson 2 Configuring Internet Information Services; 5.4 Chapter Review; 5.5 Chapter Summary; 5.6 Key Terms; 5.7 Case Scenarios; 5.8 Suggested Practices; 5.9 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 6: Managing Web Server Security; 6.1 Before You Begin; 6.2 Lesson 1 Configuring IIS Security; 6.3 Lesson 2 Controlling Access to Web Services; 6.4 Chapter Review; 6.5 Chapter Summary; 6.6 Key Terms; 6.7 Case Scenarios; 6.8 Suggested Practices; 6.9 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 7: Configuring FTP and SMTP Services; 7.1 Before You Begin; 7.2 Lesson 1 Configuring FTP; 7.3 Lesson 2 Configuring SMTP; 7.4 Chapter Review; 7.5 Chapter Summary; 7.6 Key Terms; 7.7 Case Scenarios; 7.8 Suggested Practices; 7.9 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 8: Configuring Windows Media Services; 8.1 Before You Begin; 8.2 Lesson 1 Configuring Windows Media Services; 8.3 Chapter Review; 8.4 Chapter Summary; 8.5 Key Terms; 8.6 Case Scenarios; 8.7 Suggested Practices; 8.8 Take a Practice Test; Chapter 9: Configuring Windows SharePoint Services; 9.1 Before You Begin; 9.2 Lesson 1 Configuring and Managing Windows SharePoint Services; 9.3 Chapter Review; 9.4 Chapter Summary; 9.5 Key Terms; 9.6 Case Scenarios; 9.7 Suggested Practices; 9.8 Take a Practice Test; Answers; Chapter 1: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 1: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 2: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 2: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 3: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 3: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 4: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 4: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 5: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 5: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 6: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 6: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 7: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 7: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 8: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 8: Case Scenario Answers; Chapter 9: Lesson Review Answers; Chapter 9: Case Scenario Answers; Glossary; Windows Server 2008 Deployment; Understanding Windows Deployment Technologies; Understanding the Windows AIK; Understanding Windows AIK 1.1 Enhancements; Understanding Preinstallation Terminology; Understanding the Different Deployment Methods; Understanding Windows Setup; Upgrading to Windows Server 2008; System Requirements for Windows Server 2008; Troubleshooting Installation Issues; Installing Server Core; Deploying Server Core; Performing Post-Deployment Tasks; System Requirements; Hardware Requirements (Virtual PC); Hardware Requirements (Physical); Software Requirements; Windows Server 2008Resources for Administrators; Additional Resources for IT Professionals; Windows Server 2008 Resource KitYour Definitive Resource!; Also available as single volumes;