-
looking to become a MCTS can't decide on which test..
hey guys, My boss said he would definately give me a promotion and raise after MCTS. 70-680 is covered under WGU curriculum so i feel like i have to wait so are 70-640 and 70-642. I was considering just taking 70-620 to get quick MCTS. what do you guys suggest?
-
Where to start with MS certs
So, i'm pretty confused on where to start with the Microsoft certs. Back in 2007 I went to computertraining.com (terrible mistake) I remember the course was laid out for you to get your MCP, MCSA and MCSE in 6 months which is extremely hard for anyone who doesn't have much IT experience. Anyway, here we are in 2012 and I…
-
Easy and quick exam just to get Microsoft certified ?
Hi All, i am currently preparing for 70-680 but i read that is very very difficult, so i'm taking time to prepare that. But i have another problem you see, at the same time my employer is pressuring me to get certified within a week or so because he needs to show his clients that all his engineers are MS certified. I have…
-
Outlook Anywhere Exchange 2010
Hi All, Got a quick question for outlook anywhere. Basically we have enabled outlook anywhere for our external site to be able to access their emails ratehr than using webmail. This has now auto enabled outlook anywhere on everyones Outlook in ALL sites thus giving users "need password" error as they bounce from different…
-
Failed the MCTS 70-640 :(
Took the exam and scored a 571. The thing is there were 3 questions with commands on it that were not even in two study guides I used. I checked MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit, and the ExamCram 70-640. These commands were not even in the text so how is one supposed to know that? Pretty wild, some questions on the exam gave 8…
-
AD CS in Server Core Installation
Hi. This is my first post. I'm studying for the 70-640 certification and I'm using the Microsoft Press Book. On page 23 is described the Server Core and one role supported is Active Directory Certificate Services. I kept reading and when I did the review test there was this question: You want to add Active Directory…
-
unable to replicate
I'm in the middle of studying for 70-640, when suddenly i noticed that my DCs doesn't replicate. i have 2 DCs 1 Windows Server 2008 R2 1 Windows Server 2008 R2 Server Core i ran "repadmin /showreps" and shows the message below Error 8456 "The source server is rejecting replication requests" I'm planning to create another…
-
question about server core 2008
Hi, In my mspress self training book at the end of my first chapter, i have a series of Q&A One of the following are confusing me because the book first says A and then sais B... the question is the following: 2. SERVER02 is running Server Core. It is already configured with the AD DS role. Youwant to add Active Directory…
-
Exam and study material advice please
(As ive got a lot of questions i'll number them to make it easier for people to understand) Hello, first off im from the uk and want to start a career for myself in IT and have spoken to a friend who has his own IT business and said he wouldnt even touch me if i didnt have at laest a 70-680. So ive been looking into the…
-
What labs are you using? 70-640
What labs are you guys using on Technet for the 70-640? I posted some of the ones I found below, please add so we can get an ongoing list for the forum! Certificate Services Lab: Active Directory Certificate Services Step-by-Step Guide __________________________________________________…
-
How big is your lab?
Hey all, i'm wondering since i'm starting with the mcitp server administrator path, how big is everybody's lab? I'll be setting up my lab in VMware as followed: - 3/4 2008 servers (2 regular 1/2 Core servers) - 6/7 Windows 7 clients -1/2 Windows XP Clients Would this be enough to lab my way throughout all of the course?…
-
MCITP: EA to Windows Server 2012
Hello, I am one exam away from getting my MCITP: EA however; is there an upgrade path for the Server 2012 certifications? I'm trying to browse the site and I am a little confused as I don't see that as an eligible upgrade cert.
-
Passed 70-686 Today
Wooo passed with a 780, and I'm happy that I did that. It was a tough test, but 2 testlets and 47 questions on top of those, so 55 questions in all. It was a tough exam, but happy with the pass. I used CBT nuggets and the sybex book for it.
-
Starting with 70-640
Hey all, i'm new to the world of certificates, but i just got confirmation from my boss that i can follow as many microsoft certificates as i want to do I'm thinking of starting with the MCITP w2008: SA and continue from there on. I'm planning on using the guide from CBT Nuggets, got the microsoft press MCTS Self-Paced…
-
70-432 MCTS Implementation and Maintenance
Guys that are studying for this / have studied and taken this test - what material did you use? I have the 'Training Kit' from Mike Hotek and am finding it to be as bad as Amazon reviews say. I also have the orange SQL Server 2008 R2 Unleashed book but have not tried reading it yet. Are there any other study materials that…
-
70-640 Time Frame
My first post! I am just completing a 2 weeks course for the 640 and was wondering when to take the exam? this will be my first ever microsoft course and I'm a bit worried about taking the exam quickly. my course tutor recommends doing it with 2 weeks but i think that could be too soon. i have the cut nuggets, training…
-
70-640 - Second time around...
Looking to retake the 70-640 exam - I took it about 4-5 months ago, and than became pretty busy when my new semester started. I am looking to use the below materials for study, please let me know if you have any tips/links/advice. Studying with ExamCram Labbing with MS Press On the areas that I scored low on last exam,…
-
70-680
Hi guys, Just took this test - not exactly what I had imagined. Had two questions which I wasn't able to answer on the exam, simply because the exam check buttons all had the exact result displayed - a broken xml link as the drop down answers all had a link to an xml doccument that obviously wasn't where it was. Also…
-
70-681 exam
I have studdied hard for this exam, have no access to sccm, for the best part have set up an MDT/AIK kit. Other than what claymore kindly contributed in the sticky, I have struggled to find material for this test. Looking at the breakdown here and through MS explain that each specialty is a 25% chunk. For the most part I…
-
70-685 Questions
How many drag and drop did you all have and did they require them to be in order? also how many of the questions were multiple answer questions? Thank You
-
70-640 study materials
Anyone used the CBT nuggets and Train signal videos for 70-640? If so which one is better?
-
beta exams
just got this email from Microsoft (TechNet Flash email): Beta Exams Are Open to All Microsoft beta exams are now available to everyone. For those registered as a subject matter expert (SME), we will continue to maintain our invitation-only free beta program (quantity limited). These beta exams count the same as live exams…
-
Don Poulton MCTS 70-640 Book.
I have used Don's book for the 70-680 and passed, has anyone used this particular book for the 70-640 and have good luck?
-
Opinions on Server 2012?
I am reading "Introducing Windows Server 2012" and playing around with the RC, and there are quite a few new features that I am a fan of. I am giving a technical brief on it to the IT staff here in a few weeks and am wondering what your opinions are?
-
MTA or MCTS? .NET and Windows Apps
Taking a .NET/C# class this summer and would like to use that foundation to work towards a developer cert when I'm finished. I don't have a computer science background, but have some experience/knowledge with several different languages. Basically wondering without a CS background or working experience with software…
-
70-686 resources
Hello Just passed the 70-680 exam yesterday (still happy about that!) and now looking forward to start studying for the 70-686 exam to get the Enterprise Desktop Admin certification. Now I've searched the forums a bit and cannot seem to find a thread for good studying resources (books, practice tests/labs, etc). I see the…
-
Xp to windows 7
Hi. I've studied and passed the xp exam. Would there be many differences between xp and 7 because I've used windows 7 alot at work and find it pretty much the same. Only thing I still can't figure out is stop sharing a folder for some reason. Only way around this for me was to block who I knew would access the folder and I…
-
Barely failed 70-640
I took the 70-640 and failed with a 687 which relly pissed me off. I really felt I had it in the bag. The main areas I had issues with were "Maintaining the AD environment" and "Configuring AD Cert Services".On both of these I was less than half right. I have seen the resouces listed on the sticky for 70-640 but was…
-
Backing up data
Ok I'm going through my mspress book for the exam again. I feel like I pick something up extra everytime I read it so far. Just want some help please on catalogs "a tape from a foreign system that not cataloged on the local mechine will appear in the import media pool" Does that mean if I move a tape to another server that…
-
Confusion with my new server
Hi all. Finally got myself a hp proliant server cheap to help pass the exam and know what I'm doing alot better. Thing is I've just install my windows server 2003 and I tried dc promo but annoyingly it wasn't installing a dhcp server. Anyone know why? Then I started from scratch and done the manage my server wizard and it…
-
70-640 Trainsignal lab DNS/Networking issue
Hey guys, Please forgive me for how long this post is, I am working on the TrainSignal 70-640 (R2) CBT and they did not seem to go over something right, or did not address something about networking in VMWare workstation and I cannot seem to get it right. Any help would be very much appreciated. My issue is that I cannot…
-
MCITP? But which one is the most suitable for me to land a job?
A warm greeting to all of you " ALL Good Americans." I left good old USA 3 yrs ago and landed in ME for business and family reasons. Now I'm tired of it and want to come back to my real country ( i.e. USA). I passed A+, NET+ in 2008 and MCP W. XP in 2009 and rarely worked in that field. Mostly worked in International…
-
Exam and study material advice please
(As ive got a lot of questions i'll number them to make it easier for people to understand) Hello, first off im from the uk and want to start a career for myself in IT and have spoken to a friend who has his own IT business and said he wouldnt even touch me if i didnt have at laest a 70-680. So ive been looking into the…
-
70-482 and 70-486 ASP.NET MVC and Advanced HTML5/JavaScript
I just got an email for the betas. I actually have experience with MVC so this might be something I can pass. The study time I have for the two exams is far greater than 3 days... Maybe I will pass one of these! Anyone else taking one of them?
-
Want some Microsoft veterans opinions, please
I've just been gifted a set of Microsoft Press books for Windows Server 2003. Since I haven't been too involved with the Windows server installs/configs here at work, how should I attack these books to get myself up to speed as quickly as possible? I'm not worried about certifications right now, eventually, but maybe the…
-
Practice tests that come with the MS press book, useful?
I rarely used the practice tests with the server exams as most of what I was going through was self labbing and technet for study. However I did take a quick glance at the practice tests for the 70-680 that came with the MS press book. I know MS can trip you up from time to time with the question wording etc. I'm just…
-
Passed 70-680!
Just wanted to let everyone know and thank everyone who contributed in one way or the other (notes, advice, etc.). I didn't find the exam to be all that difficult. I scored an 840 And to be completely honest, it was nothing like I was expecting or what people make it out to be. Nowhere near THAT difficult. I am surprised…
-
Upgrading SQL Server 2008 certification(s) to SQL Server 2012
Here is a link on ways to upgrade your SQL Server 2008 certification(s) to SQL Server 2012. Microsoft SQL Server Certification I have the MTCS: SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance certification. I was planning on finishing my MCITP: Database Administrator 2008. After doing some research, I am having second…
-
Started studying for the 70-680
I started studying for this exam last week, using the poulton book and messer video's along with some labbing. So just finished reading chapter 5 of poulton's book and noticed that the commands/switches for dism is a mile long.. For the 70-680 are we expected to memorize all these? Thanks.
-
Testing Centres
Is there an easy way to locate where the test centres are? Being from Hereford there are none local, so i think I'd have to go to Cardiff or Bristol.
-
NSlookup and other issues...
Hey all. I'm following CBT Nuggets for my MCITP but I keep hitting some snags which don't seem to happen for James Conrad. The current one that I am having issues with is NSlookup. I can run it and get all 8 google IPs when it is just a server, but as soon as I promote to a DC it stops working. I was really trying to get…
-
Advice for MS Exams
Hi, I've not pursued my MS certs since NT. Over the years I’ve dipped in and out and done the odd exam but nothing for about 5 years. I’d like to start to study a few more now and was thinking of the Server 2008 70-646 exam just for starters but I don’t see this listed as a component of any MCSE\MCITP path. I’m not…
-
Win 2012 Jump Start (online) Junw 20-21
Registration is open for this event. I've always found the Jump Start series events very helpful. Leveraging the popular “Jump Start” virtual classroom approach, Microsoft Senior Technical Evangelist Rick Claus and Microsoft Partner Corey Hynes will walk you through their personal favorite feature sets while answering why…
-
Is 70-686 the same with 73-686?
sir, the exam code 70-686 also known as windows admin, is this equivalent to 73-686 also known either as windows admin? im just a student, and looking for a discount. if the exam code as i mention is equal, this will help me so much. thanx guys
-
preparing for 70-640 exam
Hi everyone! I'm preparing for the 70-640 exam. Below are the resources i have. VIDEOS: IT FreeTraining Videos ~done CBT Nuggets 70-640 ~partially viewed BOOKS: MS-Press Configuring Windows Server 2008 R2 ~ now on chapter 3 Pearson-MCTS 70-640 Cert Guide i'm planning to take it by Aug/Sept. Any tips/resources/advice would…
-
70-685 Help
I'm doing the self-paced Training Kit and it says I have to have a server running Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard configured as a domain controller. As well as Two computers running Windows 7. I've setup the server and clients in VMware Workstation and can successfully ping both 'machines' from each other. However, I can't…
-
70-685 Test Questions changed?
Someone told me that Microsoft just changed the questions, I don't know how anybody would know this but has anybody else heard this as well?
-
Do you need a domain
To lab this exam? Are the example questions in the book just for installing/configuring the OS? A mate has asked me to set up some VMs for him so he can use them to do what ever on, but should I just go ahead and setup a whole Domain with some Desktops so he can just do Desktop Support then the Server 08 if he wants too?
-
How to create an autogenerating number from the PK and populates the FK
Basically I am creating a surrogate key on both tables one to many relationship. I have created the constraint from ID to ID one to many. Autofill will put a number in the PK field but won't autofill the FK, which is giving me all sorts of fun. Is there something simple I am missing like an easy work around or am I going…
-
The New MCSE: How Microsoft Exams Are Changing
In this video, live from TechEd 2012, Krista Wall, Certification Product Manager at Microsoft Learning talks about the new MCSE certifications and how the new exams are changing. Krista explains how the new MCSE certifications are meant to increase the rigor and relevance of Microsoft certifications and how the exams are…
-
DNS Labs for 70-640
So I've really been concentrating on DNS for the last 2 weeks since failing my test. It was one of my 2 weakest areas. So far for my labs I have: Configured 3 non AD DNS servers via Server manager. 1 as primary, 2 as secondary name servers Configured 4 DCs (2 domain and 2 child domain) with AD integrated DNS, 1 stub zone…
-
Syntax Creator
For some reason, I always have issues tweaking Windows Server command line syntax when I'm writing complex instructions. I was wondering if anyone knows of any interactive syntax creators? I'm trying to write some scripts to automate trust creation (netdom) and I keep messing up the syntax. I'm sure I'll eventually get it…
-
MS press books
Any clue when the MS press books will be coming out for 2012?
-
Starting my MCITP:EA journey
My new position requires me to pick up this certification so here I go. After getting my MCSE, I didn't really have a desire to delve deeper into the Microsoft world but I realize this'll be good material to learn if I want to market myself as a dynamic engineer. I already had the MCITP:EA book series for reference so I…
-
Taking 70-680 exam this Saturday (5/5)
Finally decided I am ready to take this exam after a 6 month hiatus completing my last exam. About time huh?! Wish me luck!
-
Exam MCTS 70-680
Hi All I am going to take the MCTS exam next month is there any good recomendations ,idea and resources for studing I am using official academic course from microsoft regards Zak
-
Joining a computer to a domain
What is the exact permission needed to join a computer to a domain? I mean, if there is already a computer object in AD for PC1, and you want to join PC1 to the domain, which exact permission(s) will the user need to do so? I know that the NewObject - Computer wizard over-delegates, so I want to know the exact…
-
Finally passed my 70-642 - A story for the down trodden
On my fourth attempt I finally passed the 70-642 with an 892. After a total of almost 9 months I finally got this test behind me. Such a relief. Out of 5 recent certs this is the only one that I had trouble with. MS exams can be so damn deceiving. So if you have failed several times, don't feel to bad, you'll eventually…
-
70-649
Has anyone taken this exam recently? I am just getting my backside back into the certification passing and it would appear that I have thrown myself into the deep end with this one I was just wondering if anyone had taken it recently and could offer any tips? Perhaps how many questions you tend to get asked in total?…
-
Passed! Finally MCITP:EMA
Passed 70-662 (score 870) and 70-663 (score 775)...same day Resources used Exchange Server 2010 Administration: Real world skills for MCITP and beyond (70-662 and 70-663) Exchange Inside Out Transcender 70-662 and 663 (I feel Transcender should write the questions for ms tests. They were better and more intelligent.…
-
Sybex book any good?
Foe the 70-640?
-
Passed 70-640
Passed with a nice score of 876. Lots of questions on AD CS, some on RMS, LDS and FS, a lot on DNS (thankfully, as that is one of my strengths), some on RODCS, FSMO roles, GPOS, backup and recovery, Auditing and DFL/FFL. My study method was the same as always 1. Read through the Mspress Training Kit, do all exercises. 2.…
-
Pass the 640
I failed the 649 a few weeks ago then decided to take the exams seperately. I took the 640 for the first time two weeks ago and made a 681. I took it today and although the questions were harder I passed with a 735 and am off to the 642. The test questions I got today were a lot harder and were more situationally based. It…
-
Passed 70-685 Today
Scenario galore... That is my major takeaway. I passed exam 680 a few days ago also so now I'm MCITP:EDST. Gonna take exam 686 next week. I'll report back when I do. My passing score today was 780. I passed exam 680 pretty easily with a 850.
-
This certification will no longer be available to earn as of July 31, 2013
So I went to Microsoft's Learning Site MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) | Training Courses for IT Professionals and to my surprise just about every single Windows 7 cert will retire or no longer available to be taken after July 31, 2013. I know Windows 8 is around the corner but I don't see alot of Companies…
-
Scheduled 70-680 on 6-22-2012 at 12pm
Hello, everyone. I am scheduled to the 70-680 this Thursday and I am a bit nervous. Mostly because I have only taken CompTIA exams and not any Microsoft ones. For studying, I have went through and read the Poulton Win 7 and MS Press books. I completed the labs contained throughout the two books. I also went through that…
-
passed 70-685!
I passed on monday with 780. it was DIFFICULT! 47 questions then 2 testlets of 4 questions each. i honestly cant remember what was tested, I just remember the relief when I saw the screen saying I'd passed. I studied for few weeks for this. i'd passed the 70-680 in March. didn't do labs - maybe i should have. just books…
-
Best books for 70-680 studying?
Any other books besides the MS Press books recommended for getting ready for this exam?
-
Who passed 70-680 today? --->This guy.<---
After two previously failed attempts, I made this cert my %#$@& with a perfect score. 1000/1000 Materials used: Poulton 70-680 Book (Obviously) MCTS Rapid Review from Microsoft (very good quick review book for $10) Messer Videos itfreetraining.com Videos Quizlet.com (great for making flashcards that can be imported to your…
-
Are there any SQL certifications geared towards analyst level work, not development?
I took the SQL developer certification and it was a little to much for me to handle. I could ramp up but I am thinking why be someone you aren't or don't need. I am looking for an SQL certification that is entry level, but indepth enough to show I can use SQL to create all sorts of queries and know the fundlementals of…
-
Failed 70-649
So I failed 70-649 today with the following scores:- 70-640 (AD): 1000 - 9 Questions 70-642 (Network Infrastructure): 583 - 19 Questions 70-643 (Applications): 880 - 20 Questions As you know they take your lowest score as the 'overall' score so I ended up with 583/1000... Main areas which I need to focus study on are:- NAP…
-
70-649 Here I Come
Finally going to take the 70-649 on tomorrow (11/16/10). I purchased the MS Press book but only read a couple chapters because it was way to dry for me. The IPv6 chapter alone was like watching paint dry. ;) I instead went with just the CBT Nuggets video series which I would always recommend although they can be a little…
-
Beware:70-682 does not equal MCITP!
my hopes were when I take 70-682 my hopes were when I take 70-682 http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?id=70-682 I get MCTS and MCITP at the same time but nope. even the exam was split into 2 parts. even on the site it says "When you pass Exam 70-682: Pro: Upgrading to Windows 7 MCITP Enterprise Desktop…
-
Deny Domain Admins Access to Folders
Hi everyone, Great forum you have here, lots of good info! Is there away to simply exclude domain administrators from accessing files and directories? Example: A human resources folder that should be "For your eyes only" to the human resource people. I know we should "trust the domain admins... etc, etc." But is there a…
-
Have I been in the wrong job role this whole time???
Hey guys, new to this forum and I must say I stumbled upon it randomly while searching for info on the 70-680 and fell in love... amazing info and you guys rock... the info I learned in a week by just browsing this forum is insane :) So I figured maybe you can help me out with some good advise. I have my A+ and my Network+…
-
Do I understand this correctly?
When it comes to the new MCSA Server 2012, that if I have MCITP Enterprise Desktop Administrator, I can upgrade that directly to MCSA Server 2012 just by taking the Exam 417? Now, since i have passed the 70-680, I started working on 70-640 not long ago to get the MCITP SA and was wondering if it would be better for me in…
-
Need a little advice
I currently hold the 680 for windows 7. While I enjoy help desk and network admin jobs, I find the creativity lacking. So I was talking to my boss today and he suggested web design/development as I am constantly building my own websites for the games I play. But he also suggested I look at the MTA Exam 98-363 test to see…
-
Possible free ebook and voucher
Came across this today. Must respond by July 9, 2012 to be considered. Very YMMV but definitely worth a shot. Microsoft Press is looking for people to participate in an evaluation of our book products addressing the certifications listed below. Participants in the evaluation will receive the corresponding Microsoft Press…
-
70-640 vs 70-680
I have been reading a lot on Microsoft making a few name changes to the Windows 7 and Server 2008 Certs. Regarding the retirement of the 70-680 test, is it still worth taking? is been fully retired or only the name is been changed? what is the main change been done to the 70-680? Also, which would be the more recommended…
-
Failed the 70-680…. Man this is a hard test.
Resource used: Lab Sim (I went through the whole course , except the tests at the end) CBT Nuggets( I just watched the videos, but man did that guy move fast) He was kind of hard to follow, so I didn't do the labs he had on the videos. I read up to chapter 5 in the don poulton book and the MCTS training kit, but only did…
-
DNS Zone Delegations
Does anyone have any labs or link to documents on doing a DNS zone delegation on Server 2008 R2 from start to finish?
-
Problems with a new domain tree
I have installed four servers. 1 I installed server01 as the dc of the forest root domain (contoso.com) 2 I installed server02 as the dc of a child domain of the forest root domain (west.contoso.com) Everything works fine so far. 3 I installed server 03 as the dc of a new domain tree in the forest (northwindtraders.com)…
-
Active Directory Certificate Authority
I am studying to get the 70-640 certificate. Unfortunately I have difficulties to fully understand the Active Directory Certificate Authority (AD CA - AD CS ) and how it works. Can someone help me? Many Thanks
-
Passed 70-642!!
Just took my 70-642 and I passed :) I going to start on my ICND2 so I can complete my CCNA then back to finish my MCITP EA..
-
Practice labs for 70 640
Hello guys. I am going to take the 70 640 exam next week, and therefore I'm going to use the next few days to perform a lot of lab practices. I do have an idea of things I want to try out (too many to list here), but would appreciate it if anyone of you (especially those who have taken the exam) can give tips on things I…
-
Passed 70-640!
815 but it still counts! I listened to cbt nuggets in my car everyday commuting about an hour each way. I also read the ms press book. I actually learned a lot of useful stuff in the ms press book. Oh and technet. Total of about 6 weeks total, 2-5 hours per day. I've been doing desktop and server admin stuff at a small…
-
DNS Suffixes
OK So I am studying DNS suffixes on the client DNS settings from the MS Press booka nd had a few questions. The first question is about connection specific DNS suffixes. The book uses the example that when other hosts query a host with dns connection specific suffixes they will connect to that host on a particular network…
-
Is the MCITP: EA still worth pursuing?
So we all know the news about the new meanings of MCSA and MCSE... But what is everyones opinion on the MCITP: Enterprise Administrator?I already have already completed the Server Administrator track and so now have the new MCSA and am in the process of continuing to the Enterprise Administrator but in light of all the…
-
Beta Exams for 2012 Technologies and Win 8
It looks like the beta exams are being given to TechEd participants I just got word that I could sign up for the HTML5/JavaScript/CSS3 exam with literally 4 days left in the exam period. Keep an eye on your in boxes for word on Win 8 and Server 2012 exams! Make sure you check BornToLearn and any TechNet Flash that you get.…
-
Permissions
Sorry for my basic question. If I want to give permissions to read write or full controll etc... I just need to use the security tab from the properties of a resource and tick on allow. If I want to block the permission for an object ex: user or group I can use deny ....but removing the object from the list [group or users…
-
Passed 70-686 Today
I'm not sure if it is just me or not but this exam actually seemed a bit easier than 685, although it did still have a similar amount of scenarios. I'm now MCITP:EDA. My score was 840. I'm going to take a break before considering any other certs, but if I do more it will probably be the 3 exams to become 2008 MCITP:SA. So…
-
Self Test Software
Would using the self test software and labbing also using technet be enough? Test Prep for Certification Preparation - Kaplan SelfTest is the site.
-
Virtualbox and System Backup on R2 SP1
Just thought I'd share this with you guys, I had the same problem, and changing the path value in the registry fixed it. https://www.virtualbox.org/ticket/10492 Also thaught me that if there are path errors of some kind in the registry it will prevent the system state backup from running.
-
TSQL list DB owners
Just have a question on T-SQL for finding all databases owner by a certain user. I can just get that information via user mappings but I really want to expand my query knowledge so here goes. So far I have managed to piece together a query that shows me the users on all databases[B]SELECT SUSER_SNAME(owner_sid) from…
-
Labs for 70-642/Study guides
Does anyone have any free labs for the 70-642 they can share or any advice on where to obtain some? Also has anyone used the Selftest practice test for the 70-642 and found it to be helpful? I've been trying to study but it's been difficult with two babies under the age of one to take care of. I finally scheduled my test…
-
My RODC is replicating changes to the Writeable DC
I have a domain with two DCs, one (Server01) is a writeable DC, and the other (Server02) is an RODC. The strange thing is that when I create a user or group, or change group membership on Server02, its replicated to Server01. I only have one site. Isn't replication supposed to be just from Server01 to Server02, and not…
-
MCSE: SQL server 2012 track path.
I have MCSE: server 2003. I am planning to pursue the new MCSE: Business Intelligence certification SQL2012 and will starting from the beginning. Can I apply what I learned for MCSE:2012 sql server to SQL server 2008? Many shops still use SQL 2005 and wont migrate to 2012 for at least another two or three years. Thanks
-
Developer Track suggestion needed...
I have a bachelor of science degree in computer science and MCSE:server 2003 certification. However, my current job heavily involves network/systems with very little development. I wanted to pursue the SQL 2012 developer and a MS developer certification. I had to use C, C++ and Java for my computer science classes. If I…
-
70-640 TK (Auditing question)
On page 374 the 640 TK (Second edition) says, "As an example, if you want to monitor changes to the membership of a security-sensitive group such as Domain Admins, you can enable the Audit Directory Service Access policy to audit Success events." But isn't the Audit Account Managment policy already monitoring sucessful…
-
Free ebook: Introducing Windows Server 2012
Free ebook: Introducing Windows Server 2012 - Microsoft Press - Site Home - MSDN Blogs Table of Contents Chapter 1 The business need for Windows Server 2012 The rationale behind cloud computing Making the transition Technical requirements for successful cloud computing Four ways Windows Server 2012 delivers value for cloud…