MCSA/MCSE Exam 70-292 Study Guide and DVD Training System: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000 [Hardcover]

Will Schmied (Author), Robert J. Shimonski (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1932266569 | ISBN-13: 978-1932266566 | Publication Date: November 6, 2003 | Edition: 1

MCSA/MCSE Exam 70-292 Study Guide & DVD Training System: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000 is a one-of-a-kind integration of text, DVD-quality instructor led training, and Web-based exam simulation and remediation. This system gives you 100% coverage of the official Microsoft 70-292 exam objectives plus test preparation software for the edge you need to pass the exam on your first try.

In June, 2003 Microsoft will launch beta exams for the Windows Server 2003 certification line. Exams will likely go live the following August and September. This launch is a comprehensive revamping of the MCSE (Microsoft Certified System Enginner) track with all new core exams and all new electives. In addition, the MCSA (Microsoft Certified System Administrator) certification will expand its program to include an additional upgrade exam for MCSAs wanting to become MCSEs.

The launch of this new certification track means that all current MCSEs, representing an installed base of approximately 200,000 (source: MCP Magazine) will need to recertify under Windows Server 2003. In addition, any MCP looking to become an MCSE--estimates are about 1.2 million (source: MCP Magazine)--will also have to continue their certifications under the new program.

Many industry experts expect the Windows 2003 certification, and product line as well, to be a more popular track since many organziations are still using NT and plan to skip 2000 and go directly to 2003.

* DVD Provides a "Virtual Classroom": Get the benefits of instructor led training at a fraction of the cost and hassle.
* Guaranteed Coverage of All Exam Objectives: If the topic is listed in Microsoft's Exam 70-292 objectives, it is covered here.
* Fully Integrated Learning: This system includes a study guide, DVD training and Web-based practice exams.

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About the Author

Will Schmied (BSET, MCSE, CWNA, TICSA, MCSA, Security+, Network+, A+), is the President of Area 51 Partners, Inc.Will holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Old Dominion University in addition to various IT industry certifications. Will has previously authored and contributed to several other publications from Syngress Publishing, including, Building DMZs for Enterprise Networks (ISBN: 1-931836-88-4) and Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network: Exam 70-214 Study Guide and DVD Training System (ISBN: 1-931836-84-1). Will has also worked with Microsoft in the MCSE exam development process. Robert J. Shimonski (TruSecure TICSA, Cisco CCDP, CCNP, Symantec SPS, NAI Sniffer SCP, Nortel NNCSS, Microsoft MCSE, MCP+I, Novell Master CNE, CIP, C! IBS, CNS, IWA CWP, DCSE, Prosoft MCIW, SANS.org GSEC, GCIH, CompTIA Server+, Network+, Inet+, A+, e-Biz+, Security+, HTI+) is a Lead Network and Security Engineer for a leading manufacturing company, Danaher Corporation. At Danaher, Robert is responsible for leading the IT department within his division into implementing new technologies, standardization, upgrades, migrations, high-end project planning and designing infrastructure architecture. Robert is also part of the corporate security team responsible for setting guidelines and policy for the entire corporation worldwide.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 800 pages
• Publisher: Syngress; 1 edition (November 6, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932266569
• ISBN-13: 978-1932266566
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.6 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,173,917 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Rob Shimonski (www.shimonski.com) is an experienced entrepreneur and an active participant in the business community. Rob is a best-selling author and editor with over 15 years experience developing, producing and distributing print media in the form of books, magazines and periodicals. To date, Rob has successfully created over 100 books that are currently in circulation. Rob has worked for countless companies to include Entrepreneur Magazine, Microsoft, McGraw Hill Education, the National Security Agency and Digidesign. Rob has an extremely diverse background in the print media industry filling roles such as author, co-author, acquisitions editor, technical editor, copy editor and developmental editor. Since print media shifted to the digital domain, Rob has focused the past decade on developing all of the needed skills to produce audio and video media for the many of the same companies he has developed print media for. An expert in Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) design and video production, Rob has created over 500 different media packages to include commercials for TV, online advertising clips, audio podcasts and much more. Rob started to train others while in the US Marine Corps. Since, Rob has held a NY State teaching certificate as well as multiple trainer roles in colleges and trade schools across the world. Rob is a current member of ASCAP and the AES.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well written and extremely thorough study guide, October 21, 2003

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Tom Ryan (Oakland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MCSA/MCSE Exam 70-292 Study Guide and DVD Training System: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000 (Hardcover)

I used this book and DVD as my only study tools for the 70-292 exam, and I passed rather easily. Don't get me wrong, the test is difficult, but I have a fair amount of experience and this study guide is just great. It covers absolutely everything that's on the exam (and had very helpful icnons in the margins telling you which headings specifically cover which exam objectives). And, it also covers additional material that may not actually be on the exam, but you really need to know. I looked at all of the objectives pretty closely before I started readying, and when I was done I was incredibly confident that the book had covered everything. Again, I do have some experience, and I could tell the book was very accurate. Highly recommended!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Outdated Material--Seek other Study Materials, August 16, 2006

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Digital Nomad IL "IT Consultant" (IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MCSA/MCSE Exam 70-292 Study Guide and DVD Training System: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000 (Hardcover)

I had purchased this book in 2004 with the intentions of completing the exam at that time. As most IT pros know, the best laid plans are often foiled and I was unable to really start reviewing the material until earlier in the year. As much as I like the "big happy friendly letters" and writing style of this book, you'll be left lacking. Read the book cover to cover...doing the labs...the practice exams and have successfully passed the exam. Flat out IT WONT DO IT! Get another book!

Luckily, I checked the previous reviews and made a decision to invest in the Microsoft Upgrade book ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0735619719/sr=1-1/qid=1155760374/ref=pd_bbs_1/104-7126449-1861536?ie=UTF8&s=books ) as well as a set of Transcender prep exams.

This book will no longer prepare you for the depth of 70-292 and as a matter of fact, it may cover as little as 30% of the exams content. It's great for a light casual overview but just doesn't cover the following subjects deeply enough:
1, Security Infrastructure, Certificate Infrastructure, Troubleshooting
2, Detailed DNS, extensive command line review
3, GPO Policy, Automating Server and TS management, Priveleges
4, Server recovery procedures, ASR, DC recovery, WSUS Recovery

If you want to pass this exam and move on to 70-296, get the Dan Holmes and Orin Thomas Microsoft Self Paced Training Kit as well as set of Transcenders. The Microsoft Book is not as dry as you'd expect and covers roughly 80% of the material...regretably, there isn't anything out there that will cover it %100.

Good luck to you all

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New fan!, October 24, 2003

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Mario (Cleveland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MCSA/MCSE Exam 70-292 Study Guide and DVD Training System: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000 (Hardcover)

For years I had always used the Sybex books to prepare for exans, but when I started studying for Security+ a friend recommended the Shimonski book from Syngress, and I passed pretty easily. When I started preparing to upgrade my MCSE, I thought I would use the Shimonski book again. I was again very pleased with the quality of the book. I also thought the DVD with this one was much better than the Security+ DVD. It was just much better done with a lot more content. I just ordered the 70-296 book as well, and I'm hoping it's as good.