MCSA/MCSE Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram 70-291)

Diana Huggins is currently an independent contractor providing both technical writing and consulting services. Before 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, and network infrastructure design and implementation projects. Diana's main focus over the past few years has been on writing certification study guides, including Windows 2000 Directory Services Design (Exam Cram 70-219) as well as Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure (Exam Cram 70-216). To complement her efforts, she also spends a portion of her time consulting for small to medium-size 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) certifications, along with several other certifications from different vendors, including A+, I-NET+, and Server+. 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.

Introduction.


Self-Assessment.


1. Microsoft Certification Exams.


Assessing Exam-Readiness. What to Expect at the Testing Center. Exam Layout and Design. Microsoft's Testing Formats. Strategies for Different Testing Formats. Question-Handling Strategies. Mastering the Inner Game. Additional Resources.



2. Managing IP Addressing.


Configuring TCP/IP on a Server Computer. Managing DHCP. Troubleshooting TCP/IP Addressing. Exam Prep Questions. Need to Know More?



3. Managing Name Resolution.


Installing and Configuring the DNS Server Service. Managing DNS. Monitoring DNS. Exam Prep Questions. Need to Know More?



4. Maintaining Network Security.


Implementing Security Baseline Settings. Auditing Security Settings Using Security Templates. Installing and Configuring a Software Update Infrastructure. Monitoring Network Protocol Security. Troubleshooting Network Protocol Security. Exam Prep Questions. Need to Know More?



5. Routing and Remote Access.


Configuring Remote Access. Configuring Routing and Remote Access User Authentication. Configuring a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Managing TCP/IP Routing. Managing Remote Access. Implementing Secure Access between Private Networks. Troubleshooting User Access to Remote Access Services. Exam Prep Questions. Need to Know More?



6. Maintaining a Network Infrastructure.


Monitoring Network Traffic. Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity. Troubleshooting Server Services. Exam Prep Questions. Need to Know More?



7. Practice Exam #1.


How to Take the Practice Tests. Exam-taking Tips. Practice Exam.



8. Answer Key for Practice Exam #1.


Detailed Answers.



9. Practice Exam #2.


10. Answer Key for Practice Exam #2.


Appendix A: Additional Resources.


Web Resources. Magazine Resources. Book Resources.



Appendix B: What's on the CD.


PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition.



Appendix C: Using the PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition Software.


Exam Simulation. Question Quality. Interface Design. Effective Learning Environment. Software Requirements. Installing PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition. Removing PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition from Your Computer. Using PrepLogic Practice Tests, Preview Edition.



Glossary.


Index.