MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client Configuration Study Guide: Exam 70-620 [Paperback]

Michael Aldridge (Author), Josh Evitt (Author), Lisa Donald (Author), James Chellis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470108819 | ISBN-13: 978-0470108819 | Publication Date: April 2, 2007

Offering a full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident that you're getting the instruction you need to take Microsoft's new MCTS exam (70-620), this book is packed with practical guidance and hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills. Exclusive WinSim Vista Simulator allows you to perform a number of the exercises in a simulated environment, real-world scenarios put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles, and challenging review questions in each chapter prepare you for exam day.

For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

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From the Back Cover

In-depth preparation for Microsoft's new MCTS: Windows Vista exam

With the release of Windows Vista, Microsoft is introducing a new job-skills Windows Vista certification. The MCTS: Windows Vista Client Configuration exam (70-620) serves as both a one-exam certification for the Technology Specialist certification track as well as the entry exam for both the IT Professional Enterprise Support and IT Professional Consumer Support certifications. This comprehensive book offers practical guidance and prepares you for the exam. Inside you'll find:

• Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam
• Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills
• Exclusive WinSim Vista Simulator that allows you to perform a number of the exercises in a simulated environment
• Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
• Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day
• Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking exam 70-620

A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and practice exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.

WINDOWS VISTA SIMULATION SOFTWARE:
Gain crucial insights into Microsoft Windows Vista with this cutting edge operating system simulator.

Also on CD, you'll find the entire book in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

Includes Real-World Scenarios, Hands-on Exercises, and Leading-Edge Exam Prep Software Featuring

• Custom Testing Engine

• Windows Vista Simulation Software

• Hundreds of Sample Questions

• Electronic Flashcards for PCs, Pocket PCs, and Palm Handhelds

• Entire book in PDF

About the Author

Michael Aldridge, an MCSE+I, MCSE:Security, MCDST, MCDBA, MCTS, OCP, CCNP, CCDP, CNE, SCSA, Security+, Linux+, Server+, Network+, and A+, is co-founder and President of Brain-Beacon, LLC, a Nashville-based IT certification practice test provider. Michael’s professional experience includes 15 years in IT in various roles, including operations analyst, technical writer, and senior network administrator. He also served in the United States Army as a 98C Intelligence Analyst.
When he can tear himself away from his children, Michael enjoys computer gaming, scuba diving, and taking in the occasional Titans or Predators game. Michael is very active in his church, singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School.

Josh Evitt, an MCSE, MCSD.NET, MCAD, MCTS, MCP+I, CCDA, SCJP, CNA, and i-Net+, is co-founder and CEO of BrainBeacon, LLC, a Nashville-based IT certification practice test provider. Josh’s professional experience includes over 8 years of experience in IT in various roles, including network administrator, programmer, and technical writer. When not trying to learn new technologies, Josh enjoys playing guitar and spending time with his wife Tiffany and dog Bobo.

James Chellis, MCSE, has co-authored more than 30 IT certification titles in print. He is currently CEO of Comcourse, Inc., an online education provider.

Product Details

• Paperback: 720 pages
• Publisher: Sybex (April 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470108819
• ISBN-13: 978-0470108819
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #927,470 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Vista Resource, August 9, 2007

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Chris B. - See all my reviews

This review is from: MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client Configuration Study Guide: Exam 70-620 (Paperback)

I used this book along with hands-on experience with Vista Ultimate to pass the exam with flying colors! Although the exam itself is on the easy side, this book serves as a great resource for all things Vista. This is also a very well-written book, and it is very easy to read.

As for the previous reviewer rating this a 1 star because they couldn't get the CD to work...no comment!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for an easy test, August 8, 2007

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Kent D. Altena "Bowulf" (West Des Moines, IA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client Configuration Study Guide: Exam 70-620 (Paperback)

First, this book is really good introduction to the Vista operating system. It takes you through all the necessary features for you to begin to understand Vista and perform the actions the tech for whom the exam geared. I have more prior enterprise experience than expected exam-knowledge level and was taking 70-620 as an excuse to learn Vista and of course get another certification. Studying for the exam (using strictly this book and real life experience) only achieved one of those goals. I did pass the exam with a 930. The exam "rigorously" tested one's knowledge of RSS, media center, Internet Explorer 7, and wireless.

If you are looking at obtaining knowledge to pass the exam and about the new features of Vista, this book is recommended. If you are looking for Vista in your enterprise (which is admittedly the next exam), I would recommend another book.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Really Good Vista Book & Excellent CD, September 10, 2007

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Charles Dobbs (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client Configuration Study Guide: Exam 70-620 (Paperback)

I have been using this book for studying the 70-621 exam (instead of the 70-620) since there weren't any books at the time for the 70-621. I have already been deploying Vista Business & Ultimate in our work domain after using Business & Enterprise at home (Technet Subscription was a really good idea).

I thought I learned quite a bit from the hands on, but I was pleasantly surprised how much this book covered in great detail. I almost always chunk the CD in the back of most books but the authors did a superb job on this CD. Excellent chapter tests of 20 questions each and two bonus sets of 50 questions each. Only problem I had was the WinSim when it showed a Movie section. I didn't get any sound but I wasn't sure I was suppose to, but either sub titles or sound informing me what tasks it wanted to take would have been helpful as it plays a little quick, so you have to replay it a few times to figure out what the scenario was about. Flashcards - I generally HATE flashcards, but this was fantastic, it didn't bore the heck out of me like 99% of them do.

Of course, the whole book is on the cd as well and I found I like reading it better than lugging around that heavy book since I can enlarge the print for easier reading.

Of course it helps to know the background of a couple of the guys (authors) who helped write this book - Michael Aldridge and Josh Evitt. They used to work for Transcender and I met Michael after he left there and have had lunch with him on a few occasions. Really good people and always willing to help/advise people on their careers and certifications (see certcities.com & mcmcse.com). Michael and Josh now currently work for Boson. Looking forward to buying products they produce for them as I know it'll be good.

For the Exam 70-620, I don't think you can do any better than this book. It's just plain easy reading (Sybex has always been good about that style) and straightforward and I almost maxed the client section of the 70-621 (just need more work on the enterprise section now). Good luck with your 70-620 exam, but with this book - you won't really need luck, just some study time.