MCSA/MCSE 70-299 Exam Cram 2: Implementing and Administering Security in a Windows 2003 Network - Softcover

Ferguson, Bill; Poulton, Don; Barrett, Diane

Softcover

ISBN 10: 078973138X ISBN 13: 9780789731388

Publisher: Pearson IT Certification, 2004

Synopsis

The 70-299 exam measures your ability to implement, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot security in a Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure and also plan and configure a Windows Server 2003 PKI. The MCSE 70-299 Exam Cram 2 gives you the essential information you need to know to learn how to implement, manage, and troubleshoot security policies, patch management infrastructure, security for network communications, as well as how to plan, configure and troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and PKI. This book can be used as a sole study guide for those experienced with Windows 2003 security or it is the perfect supplement guide for more comprehensive training materials, instructor-led classes, and/or computer-based training.

About this title

About the Author:

Diane Barrett (MCSE, CISSP, CCNA, A+, Net+, iNet+, and Security+) has spent the last 11 years in the IT profession. She works at a local college where she taught in the computer networking program for two years before becoming a director. She teaches online classes that include networking, security, and virus protection, and is the president of a security awareness corporation that specializes in training. Diane has also co-authored other security and networking books and is currently volunteering on ISSA's Generally Accepted Information Security Principles Project in the ethical practices working group.

Bill Ferguson (MCT, MCSE, MCSA, MCP+I, CCSI, CCNA, A+, Network+, Server+, Security+) has been in the computer industry for more than 15 years. Originally in technical sales and sales management with Sprint, Bill made his transition to Certified Technical Trainer in 1997 with ExecuTrain. Bill now runs his own company as an independent contractor from Birmingham, Alabama, teaching classes for most of the national training companies and some regional training companies. In addition, Bill writes and produces technical training videos for Virtual Training Company, Inc. and Specialized Solutions, Inc. His videos include A+, Network+, Windows 2000 Management, Windows XP Management, Windows Server 2003 Management, Windows 2000 Security, Server+, and Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices. Bill keeps his skills sharp by being a technical reviewer for books and sample tests for Que Certification and McGraw Hill Technical. He authored the 70-298 Exam Cram 2 for Que Publishing and produced a training video for the 70-296 MCSE Skills Upgrade test for Virtual Training Company. Bill says, "My job is to understand the material so well that I can make it easier for my students to learn than it was for me to learn."

Don Poulto (A+, Network+, MCSA, MCSE) has been involved with computers since the days of 80-column punch cards. After a career of more than 20 years in environmental science, Don switched careers and trained as a Windows NT 4.0 MCSE. He has been involved in consulting with a couple of small training providers as a technical writer, during which time he wrote training and exam prep materials for Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.

In addition, he has worked on programming projects, both in his days as an environmental scientist, and more recently with Visual Basic to update an older statistical package used for multivariate analysis of sediment contaminants.

When not working on computers, Don is an avid amateur photographer who has had his photos displayed in international competitions and published in magazines such as Michigan Natural Resources Magazine and National Geographic Traveler. Don also enjoys traveling and keeping fit.

Don lives in Burlington, Ontario with his wife Terry.

Synopsis:

Appropriate for all courses in Windows Server 2003 security, and all courses preparing students for Microsoft's MCSE/MCSA 70-299 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 70-299-a key exam in both Microsoft's MCSE and MCSA certification programs. The book offers concise, high-efficiency review of every exam topic, encompassing: implementation, management, and troubleshooting of security policies, patch management infrastructure, network communications security, as well as planning, configuration, and troubleshooting of authentication, authorization, and PKI. 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.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson IT Certification
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 078973138X
• ISBN 13: 9780789731388
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384