This book is designed for any network administrator or computer technology professional who wants to prove his/her Microsoft knowledge by becoming an MCPS/MCSE. The CD-ROM contains multiple Windows 95 and NT test engines with hundreds of questions.
The core concepts and technologies of Windows networking Networking can be a complex topic, especially for those new to the field of IT. This focused, full-color book takes a unique approach to teaching Windows networking to beginners by stripping down a network to its bare basics, thereby making each topic clear and easy to understand. Focusing on the new Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) program, this book pares down to just the essentials, showing beginners how to gain a solid foundation for understanding networking concepts upon which more advanced topics and technologies can be built. This straightforward guide begins each chapter by laying out a list of topics to be discussed, followed by a concise discussion of the core networking skills you need to have to gain a strong handle on the subject matter. Chapters conclude with review questions and suggested labs so you can measure your level of understanding of the chapter's content. Serves as an ideal resource for gaining a solid understanding of fundamental networking concepts and skills Offers a straightforward and direct approach to networking basics and covers network management tools, TCP/IP, the name resolution process, and network protocols and topologies Reviews all the topics you need to know for taking the MTA 98-366 exam Provides an overview of networking components, discusses connecting computers to a network, and looks at connecting networks with routers If you're new to IT and interested in entering the IT workforce, then Microsoft Windows Networking Essentials is essential reading.
Certification of Windows NT programmers and engineers is a fast-growing trend--required by many companies. This study package provides complete coverage of exam issues, including LANs, WANs, and the Internet and includes practice tests for self-paced review. The CD includes MCSE's newest feature--Simulation Questions; four or more individual exams providing more sample questions than any other study guide; and a complete searchable electronic version of the book.
"Computer Networking Essentials" starts with an introduction to networking concepts. Readers learn computer networking terminology and history, and then dive into the technical concepts involved in sharing data across a computer network.
This guide offers complete preparation for exam #70-58, "Networking Essentials", a key test required for MCSE certification. Written by a team of experts, the book covers all tested areas and includes case study questions to help readers build real-world savvy while studying for the exam. The CD offers integrated skills assessment tests, chapter review tests, and a final exam.
Windows security concepts and technologies for IT beginners IT security can be a complex topic, especially for those new to the field of IT. This full-color book, with a focus on the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) program, offers a clear and easy-to-understand approach to Windows security risks and attacks for newcomers to the world of IT. By paring down to just the essentials, beginners gain a solid foundation of security concepts upon which more advanced topics and technologies can be built. This straightforward guide begins each chapter by laying out a list of topics to be discussed, followed by a concise discussion of the core networking skills you need to have to gain a strong handle on the subject matter. Chapters conclude with review questions and suggested labs so you can measure your level of understanding of the chapter's content. Serves as an ideal resource for gaining a solid understanding of fundamental security concepts and skills Offers a straightforward and direct approach to security basics and covers anti-malware software products, firewalls, network topologies and devices, network ports, and more Reviews all the topics you need to know for taking the MTA 98-367 exam Provides an overview of security components, looks at securing access with permissions, addresses audit policies and network auditing, and examines protecting clients and servers If you're new to IT and interested in entering the IT workforce, then Microsoft Windows Security Essentials is essential reading.
An exam prep guide for the Networking Essentials portion of the MCSE certification, this set features a book, Web access, and a CD-ROM as part of an integrated learning solution. The CD-ROM features the CBT Systems NT training module.
Intended to be an introduction to network technology and to aid in preparations for completion of the Microsoft Certified Professional Networking Essentials examination.
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Passing the MCSE exams is tough. This accurate print resource focuses on Networking Essentials, one of the MCSE required courses. The book includes realistic and hands-on lab scenarios, worded like Microsoft does it. The CD-ROM includes Microsoft's Certification Road Map to help students navigate the MCSE curriculum.