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MCSE Training Kit: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Core Requirements

Author Microsoft Corporation Pages 3072 Disk 2 CD Level Int/Adv Published 06/28/2000 ISBN 0-7356-1130-0

 
About the Book

Official Microsoft study guides for the skills you need on the job—and on the exams.

This set packs the core knowledge you need to successfully set up and support the Windows® 2000 operating system. Covering MCSE Exams 70-210, 70-215, 70-216, and 70-217, these four official Microsoft® study guides deliver in-depth training in hands-on, learn-by-doing format. Work through the self-paced lessons and exercises for practical experience installing, administering, and troubleshooting Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. As you build these real-world support skills, you’re also preparing for the core exams on the new certification track for Windows 2000!

HERE’S WHAT’S INSIDE:

• Comprehensive self-paced training that maps to MCSE exam objectives
• Skill-building practice exercises that help you apply your learning to the job
• Lesson summaries and end-of-chapter review questions to help gauge your progress
• 120-day evaluation version of Windows 2000 Server*
• All four study guides on CD-ROM

See below for System Requirements.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

EXAM 70-210
MCSE Training Kit: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
• Install or upgrade to Windows 2000 Professional using automated and remote setup tools
• Administer access to shared files, folders, and printers
• Configure and manage hardware devices, drivers, network adapters, and remote mobile hardware
• Troubleshoot the Windows 2000 desktop environment?user profiles, desktop settings, multiple locations, fax support, and other services
• Monitor system memory, disk, and application performance
• Implement the TCP/IP network protocol; link computers and shared resources using dial-up and virtual private network connections
• Help ensure data and system security through Group Policy, Encrypting File System, and local shares and accounts

EXAM 70-215
MCSE Training Kit: Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
• Install or upgrade to Windows 2000 Server by using automated setup tools and by deploying service packs
• Configure network services for interoperability
• Manage access to shared system and Web-based resources, including setting up a distributed file system (Dfs)
• Administer Windows 2000 disks and data storage
• Set up and troubleshoot hardware devices and drivers
• Monitor and optimize system performance, reliability, and availability
• Implement network protocols and services, including virtual private networks (VPNs), routing and remote access, and Terminal Services
• Ensure system security through Encrypting File System (EFS), policies, and security configuration tools

EXAM 70-216
MCSE Training Kit: Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure Administration
• Plan the infrastructure for your Windows 2000–based network
• Install and configure TCP/IP for cross-platform and Internet connectivity
• Use Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) and Domain Name System (DNS) to resolve host names on local networks and the Internet
• Deploy Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to automate and centrally manage address configuration
• Provide your clients with Remote Access Services (RAS), including dial-up connectivity and virtual private networks
• Share a single Internet connection on a small network with Network Address Translation
• Help secure network communications with certificates, Internet Protocol Security (IPSec), authentication, and encryption

EXAM 70-217
MCSE Training Kit: Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory™ Services
• Plan, configure, and administer your Active Directory infrastructure
• Configure Domain Name System (DNS) to manage name resolution, schema, and replication
• Administer the user environment and software with Group Policy
• Deploy the Windows 2000 operating system remotely using Remote Installation Services (RIS)
• Use Active Directory technology to centrally manage users, groups, shared folders, and network resources
• Implement and troubleshoot security in a directory services infrastructure
• Monitor and optimize Active Directory performance

An electronic version of this book is available on the companion CD.

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
• 133-MHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU
• Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NTâ 4.0 or later
• 128 MB RAM minimum
• 2 GB of available hard disk space minimum
• Super VGA monitor; 256-color display card recommended
• 12x CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
• Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device

Note: To complete the exercises for Windows 2000 Server training, you will need two computers each equipped with internal modems, network interface cards and the minimum configuration above. To complete the exercises for Windows 2000 Professional training, you will need a copy of Windows 2000 Professional CD.