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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.
MCSA/MCSE Exam Cram: Managing Windows 2003 Server Name Resolution
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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