MCSA Windows 2003 Core Requirements (70-270, 70-290, 70-291) [Box set] [Hardcover]

Michael Chacon (Author), James Chellis (Author), Lisa Donald (Author), Suzan Rupp (Author), Matthew Sheltz (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0782142648 | ISBN-13: 978-0782142648 | Publication Date: September 5, 2003 | Edition: Box Set Edition

The Most Comprehensive MCSA 2003 Self-Study Solution on the Market!

This box set provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to approach the MCSA exams with confidence. You'll find in-depth coverage of all official objectives for the three core MCSA 2003 exams:
* 70-270, Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
* 70-290, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
* 70-291, Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Each book includes WinSim 2003 product simulation software that allows you to zero in on the key hands-on tasks you'll need to be familiar with for the exams.

Cutting Edge Software in Each Book:
* Test Engine with Hundreds of Challenging Questions
* Electronic Flashcards for PCs, Pocket PCs, and Palm Handhelds
* WinSim 2003 Product Simulation Software
* Entire Books in PDF format
Two Bonus CDs:
* 180-Day Evaluation Version of Windows Server 2003
* Six Practice Tests--Two for Each Exam

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From the Back Cover

The Most Comprehensive MCSA 2003 Self-Study Solution on the Market!

This box set provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to approach the MCSA exams with confidence. You’ll find in-depth coverage of all official objectives for the three core MCSA 2003 exams:

• 70-270, Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• 70-290, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
• 70-291, Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Each book includes WinSim 2003 product simulation software that allows you to zero in on the key hands-on tasks you’ll need to be familiar with for the exams.

Cutting Edge Software in Each Book:

• Test Engine with Hundreds of Challenging Questions
• Electronic Flashcards for PCs, Pocket PCs, and Palm Handhelds
• WinSim 2003 Product Simulation Software
• Entire Books in PDF format

Two Bonus CDs:

• 180-Day Evaluation Version of Windows Server 2003
• Six Practice Tests--Two for Each Exam

About the Author

Michael Chacon, MCSE, MCT, is Senior Solutions Manager for Netigy Corporation. He is an internationally known advisor, lecturer, and columnist.

James Chellis, MCSE, MCT, is CEO of EdgeTek Education, a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider specializing in courseware development.

Lisa Donald, MCT, MCSE, has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies, including DEC and Apple.

Suzan Rupp, MCSE, is an author and technology consultant who works in Silicon Valley and for Fortune 500 clients nationwide.

Matthew Sheltz, MCP, is a software engineer and systems administrator for EdgeTek Education.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1856 pages
• Publisher: Sybex; Box Set Edition edition (September 5, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0782142648
• ISBN-13: 978-0782142648
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8 x 5.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,473,328 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great books...and Eval version of 2003 to boot, October 2, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: MCSA Windows 2003 Core Requirements (70-270, 70-290, 70-291) (Hardcover)

I have to admit I was truely impressed with these books. I used these study guides to get my MCSE in NT, but skipped getting my 2000 certification. Now that my employeer has decided to upgrade to 2003, I thought now was the time for me to upgrade as well.

I just picked up these books, and was truely impressed. Not only do they provide me with the background, as well as the hands on needed, they come with some excellent tools on the CD includeing an invaluable network simulator and an evaluation version of the Windows 2003 OS.

What I truley like about these titles is that they don't leave you hanging. Far too often, a book does not go as in depth as necessary. Not these book. Each topic is reinforced with hands on exercises, so you can practice what you learn. A tremendous resource for anybody, beginner to experience, if you ask me.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not complete, July 16, 2004

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Iram Hernandez (Oakland, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MCSA Windows 2003 Core Requirements (70-270, 70-290, 70-291) (Hardcover)

I bought these books thinking I could use them to supplement my existing knowlege of Microsoft Products so that I could take my certification tets and pass them on my first try. After taking three the three certification tests I have discovered that the exams test you on material that is not even mentioned in the book. When the exam is made up of as few as 35 questions, not being prepared for even one makes a big difference. I would recommend that people preparing for Microsoft certifications try the books from Microsoft Press instead.

2.0 out of 5 stars Okay, July 13, 2008

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Domel (NJ United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: MCSA Windows 2003 Core Requirements (70-270, 70-290, 70-291) (Hardcover)

These a very good books with a lot of good info in them, but if you're expecting that reading this books cover to cover will help you pass the Microsoft exams thing again.