MCSA/MCSE 70-291 Exam Cram: Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure, 2nd Edition View Larger Image | Diana Huggins
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MCSA/MCSE 70-291 Exam Cram, Second Edition is
the #1 quick-study guide to passing the MCSA/MCSE 70-291 exam. This book
covers all exam objectives, including how to maintain a DHCP server,
manage name resolution with DNS, secure networks using IPSec, troubleshoot
network and Internet connectivity, and monitor network traffic. This new
edition also includes two full practice exams and has been updated
against Microsoft's official courseware (MOC) that corresponds to this exam.
This book will provide a refresher on important
concepts and help you build on a solid foundation of knowledge on exam
topics and objectives. The book also features test-taking strategies, time-saving
study tips, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory
joggers not available anywhere else.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Self-Assessment
Chapter 1: Microsoft Certification Exams
Assessing Exam-Readiness
What to Expect at the Testing Center
Exam Layout and Design
Traditional
Exam Question Formats
New Exam
Question Formats
Microsoft's Testing Formats
Strategies for Different Testing
Formats
Case Study
Exam Strategy
The Fixed-Length
and Short-Form Exam Strategies
The Adaptive
Exam Strategy
Question-Handling Strategies
Mastering the Inner Game
Additional Resources
Chapter 2: Managing IP Addressing
Overview of the OSI Model
Connection-Based
and Connectionless Protocols
IP Addressing
IP Address
Classes
Private
IP Address Ranges
Converting
an IP Address to Binary Format
Subnet
Masks
Subnetting
an IP Address
Configuring TCP/IP on a Server
Computer
DHCP IP
Address Assignments
Static
IP Addressing
Configuring
Advanced Settings
Managing DHCP
Installing
DHCP
Authorizing
a DHCP Server
Creating
Scopes
Configuring
DHCP for DNS Integration
Managing
DHCP Clients and Leases
Managing
a DHCP Database
Managing
DHCP Scope Options
Managing
Reservations and Reserved Clients
Troubleshooting TCP/IP Addressing
Diagnosing
and Resolving Issues Related to Automatic Private IP Addressing
Diagnosing
and Resolving Issues Related to Incorrect TCP/IP Configuration
Diagnosing
and Resolving Issues Related to DHCP Authorization
Verifying
DHCP Reservation Configuration
Conflict
Detection
Examining
the System Event Log and DHCP Server Audit Log to Find Related Events
Diagnosing
and Resolving Issues Related to Configuration of DHCP Server and Scope Options
Verifying
Database Integrity
Compacting
the DHCP Database
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Need to Know More?
Chapter 3: Managing Name Resolution
Introduction to NetBIOS Name Resolution
Name Resolution
Methods
Introduction to WINS
Installing
WINS
Configuring
a WINS Server
WINS Replication
Configuring
WINS Replication
Forcing
Replication
Persistent
Connections
Managing and Monitoring WINS
Backing
Up and Restoring the WINS Database
Server
Statistics
Tombstoning
Verifying
Database Consistency
Configuring WINS Clients
Configuring
Static Mappings
WINS Proxy
DNS Concepts
DNS Queries
DNS Forwarders
Conditional
Forwarder
DNS Server
Caching
Implementing Windows 2003 DNS Server
Roles
Caching-Only
Server
Primary
Server
Secondary
Server
Installing DNS
Configuring
DNS Server Options
Advanced
DNS Server Options
Configuring
DNS Zone Options
Configuring
DNS Simple Forwarding
Managing DNS
Managing
DNS Zone Settings
Managing
DNS Record Settings
Managing
DNS Server Options
Monitoring DNS
System
Monitor
Event Viewer
DNS Debug
Logging
Replication
Monitor
Troubleshooting DNS
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Need to Know More?
Chapter 4: Maintaining Network Security
Implementing Security Baseline
Settings
Preparing
the Development and Test Environment
Applying
Service Packs and Hot Fixes
Securing
the Operating System
Keeping
the System Secure
Implementing
the Principle of Least Privilege
Auditing Security Settings Using
Security Templates
Using the
Default Security Templates
Analyzing
Security with the Security Configuration and Analysis Tool
Applying
Security Templates
Creating
Custom Templates
Installing and Configuring a Software
Update Infrastructure
Installing
and Configuring Software Update Services
Installing
and Configuring Automatic Client Update Settings
Monitoring Network Protocol Security
Using the
IP Security MMC Snap-In
Using the
Support Tools
Troubleshooting Network Protocol
Security
Using the
IP Security Monitor MMC Snap-In
Event Viewer
Network
Monitor
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Need to Know More?
Chapter 5: Routing and Remote Access
Configuring Remote Access
Enabling
Routing and Remote Access
Configuring
Inbound Connections
Configuring
Ports
Configuring Routing and Remote
Access User Authentication
Configuring
Remote Access Authentication Protocols
Configuring
Encryption Protocols
Configuring
Internet Authentication Services (IAS) to Provide Authentication for Routing
and Remote Access Clients
Configuring
Routing and Remote Access Policies to Permit or Deny Access
Configuring
Routing and Remote Access for DHCP
Configuring a Virtual Private Network
(VPN)
Managing TCP/IP Routing
IP Routing
Managing
Routing Protocols
Manage
Routing Tables
Managing Remote Access
Managing
Packet Filters
Manage
Routing and Remote Access Routing Interfaces
Managing
Routing Protocols
Managing
Devices and Ports
Managing
Routing and Remote Access Clients
Implementing Secure Access Between
Private Networks
Configuring
IPSec
Configuring
IPSec for Transport Mode
Customizing
IPSec Policies and Rules
Troubleshooting User Access to
Remote Access Services
Diagnosing
and Resolving Remote Access Connection Issues
Diagnosing
and Resolving User Access to Resources Beyond the Remote Access Server
Troubleshooting
Demand-Dial Routing
Netsh
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Need to Know More?
Chapter 6: Maintaining a Network Infrastructure
Monitoring Network Traffic
Network
Monitor
System
Monitor
Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity
Hardware
Troubleshooting
Utilities
Troubleshooting Server Services
Diagnose
and Resolve Issues Related to Service Dependency
Service
Dependency
Use Service
Recovery Options to Diagnose and Resolve Service-Related Issues
Configuring
Service Recovery Options
Other Troubleshooting
Tools
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Need to Know More?
Chapter 7: Practice Exam #1
How to Take the Practice Tests
Exam-Taking Tips
Practice Exam
Chapter 8: Answer Key for Practice Exam #1
Answer Key
Chapter 9: Practice Exam #2
Practice Exam
Chapter 10: Answer Key for Practice Exam #2
Answer Key
Appendix A: Additional Resources
Appendix B: Accessing Your Free MeasureUp Practice
Test–Including Networking Simulations!
Appendix C: MeasureUp's Product Features
Glossary
About the Author
Diana Huggins is currently an independent contractor providing both technical
writing and consulting services. Prior to this, she worked as a senior systems
consultant. Some of the projects she worked on include a security review of
Microsoft's official curriculum, content development for private companies,
as well as network infrastructure design and implementation projects.
Diana's main focus over the past few years has been on writing certification
study guides. To complement her efforts, she also spends a portion of her time
consulting for small- to medium-sized companies in a variety of areas and continues
to work as an independent technical trainer.
Diana currently has her Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Microsoft
Certified Trainer (MCT), along with several other certifications from different
vendors. Although her focus is on the Information Technology industry, she also
holds a bachelor's degree in education. Diana runs her own company, DKB Consulting
Services. The main focus of the company is on developing certification training
courseware and online practice exams, as well as content delivery.
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