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Confused
Planning on going the MCITP:SA route. However I am a little lost, I intended to do the 70-680 for the Win 7 MCTS but it is just boring me to sleep. Really wanted to change things up a bit and maybe try something else. Would the 70-640 or one of the others be suggested? I've never had any hands on experience with Server 08…
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70-681: TS: Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deploying
TS: Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deploying Just got the beta invite for this one. It counts as a client exam for the MCITP:EA but I bet it will eventually be a partner requirement for MS packaged service like the 624 Vista version was before it. Registration opens next week and the beta period will be in July. Looks like…
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70-680 vs 72-680
Hi there, As I knew the content are identical between 70- and 72- But is there 72-680 can count toward to MCITP? Thanks.
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MCITP CBT training needed
Hello there , can anybody tell me how to get the CBT Nugets training for the MCIPT EA Many thanks Hani
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(70-640) X.509 client certificate mapping
Hi all, Under the skills measured for the new 70-640, one of the Certificate Services skills is X.509 client certificate mapping. Does any one happen to have a decent resource about the subject? I've done a Google search, but I can't really come up with anything specific to 2008 R2. Or if someone had a really good…
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SQL Server 2008: 70-433 (Developer & MCITP)
Hey all, I am wondering if the book references in Robert's sticky post not only prepare you for the 70-432, but also the 70-433 (development) and related MCITP exams? If not, are their other recommended materials for those other exams? Thanks!
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70-270!...or is it?
I went to take my 70-270 about a week ago and the night before taking the test I took a practice test and got 74%...well the next day I went to take the test and the test had nothing to do with what the 70-270 is supposed to be about. Most of the questions were related to answer fires and unattended installations of…
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Passed 70-680 Today!
Passed 70-680 today with a 886, I think I could've of done better but I was suffering from a hangover from the previous night.
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Security Folks .Net certs
Would it be normal for someone who is supporting a web server to be certified on .net? (specifically 4.0)
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MCSA -vs- MCITP
Hey guys (and gals) , I just have a quick question for you all. I guess this would probably mainly go out to those of you who actually work in the field and have been for sometime. I'm currently trying to get my MS server certs, but I can't really decide between MCSA (2003 path) and MCITP (2008 path) My main question is,…
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Public key policies in Group Policy
I'm not understanding what the difference is between the Trusted Root Certification Authorities policy and the Enterprise Trust policy. Do they do the same thing? Why would you choose one over the other? I see where I work we have a couple CA's in the Trusted Root Certification Authorities, but nothing in the Enterprise…
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MCSE no more???
So I go to the MS website and look up the MCSE cert, it says that Mainstream support for MS Server 2003 Discounted as of Jul 13, 2010. Now is this just the support that MS supplies or the cert itself that has retired?? I hope it hasn't!! And if it hasn't does anyone know when and if it will soon?
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Just took 70-640 and passed
Just took the test and passed, thought I would pass this on to some of you who are still studying for it. 1. there were easily 15 out of the 75 questions that were on certificate services. 2. not a whole lot of questions match the various practice tests that are out there, but they were a good review. 3. CBT and…
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Failed again
Failed the 70-680 with a score of 683. It's much better than my previous score, but I still didn't have the smarts to pass. Here's a breakdown of the domains and what my score looks like: Installing, Upgrading, Migrating: 100% Deploying: 85% Configuring Hardware and Applications: 100% Configuring Network Connectivity: 70%…
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70-646/7 - End of bootcamps ?
Obviously I am not allowed to say any specifics, but I noticed something with those exams. They finally made some good changes to these exams which we would all appreciate. We have a customer who operates a bootcamp for Microsoft exams and we now provide a service in return for seats (approved by Microshaft and guaranteed…
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70-643 - Some Thoughts.....
I've been studying 643 for a while now, so thought until I do the exam in 2-3 weeks time I'd post some of my thoughts (ramblings) and experience of studying for the exam. For quite a while I've found some of the topics in this exam dry and with more than a hint of boredom. By that I mean firstly IIS which I've done some…
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70-680, then 70-640 or 642?
Developing a cert program for career training, looking at 70-680, then 70-642 or 70-640. Users will have some experience, so which might be easier for relative newbies - 640 or 642? In other words, I know 680 should be first, but which should be next 642 or 640? Thanks
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Difference between dsacls /S options and /resetDefaultDACL
Hi everyone, I'm having some difficulty grasping the difference between the /S options and the /resetDefaultDACL option and I was hoping someone could explain the difference for me. I understand that the /resetDefaultDACL will reset the security of an object and restore inheritance. From the description of the commands the…
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exam scheduled for Dec 9th!
I just called prometric and scheduled my first ever certification exam - Windows 7, configuring. On their website it's listed as "072-680". Is that the right one? Using the student voucher code it only cost me $60 and I get a free retake if I fail! If anyone else is trying to use their student voucher code it will not work…
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Is the 70-291 exam being retired?
Is the 70-291 exam being retired? I read somewhere a while back that it was being retired at the end of this year. I have been studying like crazy recently to get it done by the end of December. But, I just looked on Microsoft’s page with retired and soon to be retired exams and do not see it listed. Microsoft Learning:…
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MCITP:EA track virtualization questions
I have some virtualization questions related directly to doing the MCITP:EA track for a degree from WGU. Original, I know! Hoping to have some new questions or at least new takes on questions already asked. I plan on using Hyper-V for my virtualization platform, though after I feel comfortable with it I may switch to…
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298 or 299 first?
Does anybody have a recommendation on taking 298 or 299 first? I was going to do the 299 first since I have that book already and the 298 book I ordered is on the way.
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Passed 685
Passed 685 yesterday with a 895. I thought that it was easier then 680. 47 questions in total. the scenarios are not to bad, Most of them are the same scenario,but with different Q&A
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Which is better for the MCITP:EA? CBT Nuggets or TrainSignal?
Which is better for the MCITP:EA, CBT Nuggets or TrainSignal? I really like the fact that TrainSignal throws in extra stuff like Transcender tests, and audio copies of videos.
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70-432 R2 Content?
Some of my coworkers just took the Server exams and found out they now test on the R2 content. I was wondering if the content for 70-432 has been updated for SQL Server 2008 R2 or not.
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Issue with VMWare or unattended file?
Whenever I try installing Windows 7 in VMWare with an unattended file using the steps from the MS Press book it always hangs at the same spot. Has anyone got this to work in VMWare? Trying to figure out what may be causing this.
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MS Press 2nd Edition Books?
I noticed on the MS site under Preparation Materials for the 642 and 640 exams they list a 2nd edition of the Self Paced Training Kit but it is not a hyperlink. How long has that been listed there? Should I hold off on buying the books and wait for the 2nd edition to come out or is that an empty promise that has been there…
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70-298 - passed,
Hey everyone, I passed the 70-298 today. Got my MCSE:Sec now. I actually did shockingly well. Low 900s. So I thought I would come on and share my experience. I prepared with 1) Community College class covering 70-298/299 2) Microsoft Press 3) vtc.com 4) ISA Server CBTnuggets 5) Already did CCNA:Sec and Sec+ which have some…
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scheduling 70-680 voucher trouble
I wanted to ask on here before calling prometric about this problem. I'm trying to schedule an exam, and when I go to put in my voucher code, I get an error of "Promotion not found." Planning on taking this exam on the 9th of December. The voucher I'm using is a student voucher I got from Microsoft Student Exams with Free…
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DNS Readings Chapter 2
Started Chapter Two today at work. DNS is an interesting concept one which i'm still a little fuzzy on. Here's my understanding... 1. DNS Client (me) wants to resolve to www.exampledomain.com 2. DNS Client sends a request for exampledomain.com's IP to the local name server 3. The Local name server doesn't know and reaches…
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Finally got it done!(Passed 646)
So yeah, it's been awhile since I was up here but things have been pretty hectic at the home lately so that was why I had hiatus. The good news is that after delaying testing by about a month and a half I can finally say that I achieved the MCITP: SA certification. I passed the 646 with an 887 (so that's 900, 900, 887 for…
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Practice exams (70-640)
Hello everyone, I am gearing up for a final push before taking the 70-640. As this will be my first MS Exam, I was thinking about using some practice exams. So, I was hoping for some recommendations/experience with the products you've used for the 70-640 in particular or for any recent MS exam. I was thinking about the…
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Table of all mdf+ldf growths and dates
Hi all, Anyone know if theres a way to get a list of all the databases file growths and dates. I found the Standard Report on Disk Usage (Right clicking a database -> Standard Reports -> Disk Usage) and it gives me everything i want. I just want it for all the databases at once instead of doing each one at a time. I…
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Passed 70-432
Got by with a 730. I used the Microsoft training kit. It was a excessive in some areas and light in others. I also used the the real MCTS sql server exam book which filled in some gaps as well the resources recommended by robertkaucher's thread. Thanks Robert.
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70-432 Pass
skimmed passed with a 760.. have to admit i wasn't really expecting to pass on this attempt but happy i did.. had dire scores on performance and maintenance. Big thank you to RobertKaucher for all your help :) it was appreciated ! Back now to finish my Windows Server 2008 exams with 70-647 shame really enjoying SQL side.…
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Kick UP The Ars**
I seemto be struggling doing my revision of late. Can any one give me a virtual kickup the ars** and get me finger out please Cheers J
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70-643 Not Again
Finally passed it. 65 questions and 2-1/2 hours. 778 Weird that the graph of how I did actually doesn't look as good as the second and third tries. Anyone coming up on this test definitely study the technet material in Claymoores sticky post and be sure you study Sharepoint Foundation 2010 technet articles as all the…
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How long does it take you to study/pass?
What exam did you take>? Do you work full time? How many hours do you study? How long didit take you from starting a book e.g. 70-680 to taking he exam (e..g 6 weeks working full time 9-5 and socialising on the weekends?) Very interested, Its taking me a while working full time :) Thanks (And hi tech exams.net :) )
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Help with MCITP lab please
Hi there , I have started the MCITP EA but with no server experience what so ever . I need to creat a lab for it and have some idea that I want to share with you before going ahead . I have one PC with Dual core and 2 G of DDR2 ram with 1 sata drive and 2 IDE drive . I know that running a virtuial platform would need a…
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So, who has practice exams updated for R2?
Anyone aware of which companies have updated their practice materials for R2? I saw a "black friday"discount on one site, but was a bit leery of dropping the cash only to receive outdated material. Also, anyone know if any of the test prep companies are in the habit of offering free upgrades if the material changes, like…
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70-649 question concerning 2008 R2
Sorry if this is a repeat, but I am looking for an update on the 70-649 exam. I know that 70-647 has already been updated for 2008 R2, but does anyone know if 70-649 has also been updated? I am a couple weeks away from taking this exam, and I have the 2008 R2 unleashed book so I feel I can get through it before I take the…
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Name Servers Tab and Zone Transfers
Help me understand this to apply on the 70-640. The name servers tab is where you put your primary and secondary name servers. Right? Our ISP says to add 2 servers to the Name Servers tab. Then alow zone transfers to other servers that are not on the name servers tab. So what is the point adding those servers to the Name…
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Certified master?
I didnt see a forum for this, so I figured this would be the next closest place to put this. MCM Training Courses | Advanced Computer Certification | Microsoft Certified Master Has anyone considered working toward this? This is something that is a long term goal for me (long term being 3-5 years). Anyone else?
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Does a fail get logged?
Do failed exams get logged in some kind of database which people could view? Or not? Wondering if its worth delaying my exam for the greater good or not having a "tarnished" record. Cheers
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Questions about MCSA.
So I'm going to start preping for MCSA. Should I expect to purchase a book for each of the exams? Also, for MCSA, I only see 2003. So there is no 2008?
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Aspiring MCSE
Started the MCSE course 2 weeks ago! Needless to say...ALOT of information to digest. Currently I am studing to write the 70-270 some days I feel like I am ready to write and then other days I feel I should wait. I have tried many practice exams with a passable turnouts and I have a few years experience in the IT field.…
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Was this removed in SP1 of Exchange 2010 ?
I am currently watching the Trainsignal videos of Exchange 2010 (662) and in the EMC he is configuring for example the Managed Custom Folder. A few tabs, related to folder, are missing in my EMC and when I look through some Technet articles I see comments such as In Exchange 2010 SP1, you can't use the EMC to configure…
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Why use a .local?
I've seen a lot of companies use a .local domain internally and I've never really understood why? Say Company 1 have a domain called example.com, what are the advantage of using example.local internally vs example.com? I would think that using example.com would be better because if they try to go to their website or…
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Fade's Quest for MCSE
I currently hold my MCSA. What exam will I be taking to complete my MCSE?: * 70-293 * 70-294 * 70-298 Materials: For 70-293: * Sybex MCSE Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Planning and Maintenance For 70-294 * For 70-298 I will be updating this thread with my progress as well as materials and test dates.
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MDT 2010 & 70680 - What are people reading instead? Errors everywhere!
What are people using to study this chapter 3 lesson 2 (Deploying images pages 146 to 187)? MDT 2010, WDS ect? Reading an out dated book is fustrating me and even though i've checked the (endlessly long) errata, it makes no mention of all the MDT errors. Id rather a book not cover a subject, than cover it incorrectly…
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Book for 70-293
I'm going to start studying for this thing soon, but I'm trying to figure out which book to buy. From what I've heard, the MS Press book for this exam is terrible. Is the Syngress book still the general consensus? Here's a link to the book: Amazon.com: MCSE Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network…
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70-646 before 70-640 and 70-642?
Hi, first time posting. My office decided to train us up on the latest products that are out there and therefore I was placed on a course which introduced the 70-646 exam Windows 2008 Server Administrator. This is my first time learning about Windows Servers, although I have worked on them over the last few years. Cutting…
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some questions
I will taking 70-290 in 3 days time, I have some questions still linger in my mind. 1. When to use Safe Mode ? When to use Last known good configuration? What is the subtle difference between both of them 2.When do use CSVDE and LDIFDE? What i know so far is their output file is different only. I hope you can understand my…
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MCP Question
I was wondering when you take one of the product exams,e.g. 70-680 are you considered an MCP and receive a certificate? Thanks, kidcert
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Windows XP compatibility mode
If I am using Windows 7 64 bit, can I use Windows XP compatibility mode in 32 bit?
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Server 2008 and Cisco Course
Hello All, I hope everything is well with everybody. A few questions I have regarding the course that I am currently taking (Server 2008 & Cisco Networking). How much would be my salary range if I can say that I have managed, configured and troubleshooted Servers and Cisco routers, switches and hubs in an networked…
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New DC, FSMO roles, etc
We have two virtual DCs and a situation came up that has basically made it extremely apparent that we need a physical domain controller. When adding a new DC to an environment, what are some of the major considerations that need to be addressed? BTW I want to make this box a 2k8 machine. Would a RODC be the best for this…
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Trouble using MS Press discount voucher
Just wondering, but has anyone here outside of the US had any trouble applying the 15% discount voucher(from the MS Press book) when registering with Prometric online? I'll call Prometric tomorrow, but it is kind of annoying. Just hope the code hasn't been used by someone else.
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Failed 297
Hi All You may have seen my previous posts asking for help on this exam. Well today I took it and failed badly. My score was an embarssing and shameful 362. I'm not much for reading takes me ages to process it and the amount in the case studies with the time provided was unfair. Dont get me wrong Ive failed exams before (2…
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70-686 panic !
I've just completed the newly released Microsoft press training book for this 70-686 exam and i have enjoyed it, i've been able to successfully answer nearly all of the questions at the end of each lesson and each chapter without too much of a problem. The practice tests that come on a CD with the book, i am getting high…
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Survey
Just wondering, does the survery that you take prior to an exam have anything to do with the questions that you receive in your test? If you say that you have high knowledge on the section, will they test you with harder questions? Or if you have low knowledge on a different section, will they test you more in that area?…
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Seeking an upgrade advice from MCSE to MCITP
Dear Peeps, I would like to have some clarification towards my next step. My current situation is I have finished: 70-290 70-291 70-293 70-294 70-297 70-284 70-680 70-648 The question is I would like to Upgrade my certification to pass MCITP EA & SA, In this case I will be needing to pass: 70-646 70-647 70-649 In this case…
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70-680
Starting my training for Windows 7. The MS press book I see referred to so much, is it "Windows 7 Inside Out?" I do have this one, I also have "Windows 7 Digital Classroom" book by Kate Shoup and the AGI Training Group. As well as CBT Nuggets. Any thoughts , ideas, and/or suggestions?
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So here it starts all over again... :(
Well after several years of casually trying to get my MCSE 2003 (starting out with 270 in 2004, 290 soon after, got disheartened with TCP/IP in 291 which put me off for 3 years) I completed it with a big push in 2008. I cracked it. Life could not get much better. Anyway, to prove myself further, I then got my MCSA:…
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Real world: Changing default permissions for a computer newly joined to a domain
Hi everyone, Not sure whether this belongs in 70-290 or 70-294, but I thought I'd give it a try here; I apologize in advance if my question isn't clear. I'm trying to set the default security for computer objects that are newly joined to the domain. Currently, the default behavior is such that a help desk user that joins a…
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New to forum - 2008 R2 questions
Hi guys, new to the forum, have used some of the resources from this page for a short while and really appreciate the help it's given... I appreciate it's a deadish topic but hope some of the people in the know are still active. My problem is I know the M$ book now reasonably well and it's only details and syntax I really…
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A few questions about MCSA/MCSE
Hi, I'm new to the forum. Just as a quick introduction: I'm Chris. I'm currently CompTIA Network+ Certified. I am currently working on my A+, Server 2003 (70-290), and XP (70-270) certifications as well. Now, onto my questions: I'm taking a technical course at a technical school with the goal of learning the skills needed…
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Sample Tests
Can anyone please give me an opinion on Preplogic's Sample tests for 70-290? I've never used their product, but they are currently offering it for $30, and I like studying on the cheap..........
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70-682 Passed Today !
Passed 70-682 with an 810. 2 weeks study No sims - some scenarios - forget them and just go to the question. First half of the exam was pretty much support orientated no big deal. The second part focused more on deployment and virtualization support issues. I had a couple of Hail Mary's in there. Read up and practice some…
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70-685: For Me?
I am curious if anyone has input as to whether or not learning and passing the 70-685 would be of any benefit for my current career situation. A little background: About a year ago I suddenly had the opportunity to enter the IT field. It is quiet different than my previous job and doing a lot of by-the-seat-of-my-pants…
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70-640 Mspress Help
Hi Guys, I am on page 166 chapter 4 groups Exercise 3 Modifiy Memebership with LDIFDE. Pretty please can someone help me with this script from my understanding of the chapter all is correct I enclose as attachments are my: AD Structure LDIFDE Script Script Error All help well apprciated... its driving me nuts Regards James
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Going for MCSE
When I started the MCITP in January 2009 I thought by the time I was done it would be well recognized, and while I think it has value I have to agree with the sentiments in this thread: http://www.techexams.net/forums/mcsa-mcse-windows-2003-general/56980-enduring-value-mcse-2003-a.html I regret not doing the MCSE first and…
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70-640 tomorrow
Well, tomorrow is the day. Going through practice tests and reviewing now. Getting 90+% on the test kit that came with the MS Press book (co-worker said it's harder than the real thing). Only thing that has me nervous is the R2 stuff now. Wish me luck and if anyone has some quick reads on R2 stuff that might show up in the…
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Order of MCITP EA exams
Whats the suggested order of the MCITP:EA exams? I was thinking doing 640 and 643 first because I may have the change to work with a 2k8 IIS box very soon (from the ground up). Then I could double back and do 680, 642 and 647.
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Switching sides!
Hey all, just thought i'd introduce myself seeing as I will be creepin' around this forum now and maybe posting. I was pushing real hard for the Cisco certs and got a decent way through the CCNP but landed a new job that will require a lot more MS than Cisco. I haven't quite decided if i'll be doing SA or EA but i'm…
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70-680 Failed again!
I have taken this exam 4 times and failed every time this is getting ridiculous. first exam 488, 2nd 620, 3rd 466, and 4th 533. I been studying hard for this exam i used the microsoft Press book which i found to be worthless only aboiut 50% of the material is in there that is from the exam. I also used CBT nuggets. Test…
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Exchange 2010 extremely slow DS connections
Hi Guys, I'm having problems with an Exchange 2010 deployment, 2007 - 2010. I have setup the CAS and MBX server and it works fine except the directory connections are extremely slow. When you use Outlook to connect to any mailbox on the 2010 servers, the directory connections are around 8000 -10000 and I cant figure out…
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Wish me luck!
I am taking this at 1pm today!
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70-640 book HELP
Hi There, My Sybex book has come for the 70-640. The book seems very different to the MS-Press book i have been reading. How would you guys compare the 2 and use them for studying. All help very much appricaited Cheers James
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70-643 Transcender/ucertify
I'm still studying for the 70-643 exam. I've now done Transcender, Measure up and u-certify. I noticed on the transcender exam (actual timed) where you have 4 different exams you don't really benefit unless you do them all. Each timed exam seems to group itself in one particular area (in each topic) and doesn't really help…
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Exchange 2010: Serverside Rule help needed
I just can't figure out whether there is a way to do this or not. On Exchange 2003/2007 there was a tool which does that (SmartMover) but it doesn't work on Exchange 2010 so I hope there is a way to do this using built-in tools. Basically I have a mailbox with several aliases. Default SMTP: Administrator@domain.com Alias…
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Decided to take the 70-270
So i've decided i should get an MCP under my belt as it would look good on my CV, i've been using XP since it came out and supporting it in a work enviroment for at least 5 years. I would like some advice on study materials, a friend has given me the Exam Cram 2 - Windows XP Pro book (second edition) and I just ordered…
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Book Windows 7 Desktop Support and Administration
Amazon.com: Windows 7 Desktop Support and Administration: Real World Skills for MCITP Certification and Beyond (Exams 70-685 and 70-686) (9780470597095): Darril Gibson: Books Any of you used this one? Looks like a good intro to the topics. I can't imagine it would be comprehensive enough for both the desktop support and…
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Exam Engines
Hi Guys Just a quick question, what you be the best test engine for this exam? I am using the Microsoft Press book engine aswell as transcender to stop any gaps I have. I've only just started few practive exams on subjects but found the press book engine to cover more items to the point of the exam objectives, well for…
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Has restoring AD in R2 changed?
Hey guys, I am studying for the 640 and am close to finishing my studies. Working on Active Directory backups and maintenance now and I need some help. I am labbing the restoration procedures for system state to recover Active Directory objects. My DC is running 2008 R2. I've done authoritative restores before on plain old…
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Couple of questions about MCITP:SA (70-640 specifically)
So my company is going for MS Gold competency(we have till the end of April to maintain our gold partnership level) and I've been assigned to get my MCITP:SA. I was planning on doing this anyway and I've began to prepare for it. My company has a subscription to both CBTNuggets and some practice teststo help us prepare.…
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MCITP Administrator
Hey guys im looking at studying for MCITP are there any decent places in Auckland, New Zealand where you would recommend studying? Thanks, any help would be appreciated!
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Failed!
I studied for a few hours a day for about a month, but couldn't cut the mustard today. I scored full-bars in two areas and over 60% in all others except for Monitoring and Maintaining Systems My advice to others would be to keep a glossary of every .exe, .xml, & .msi file mentioned in the MS Press book as I found myself…
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Mastering the 70-640
Hi Guys I am studying for the 70-640 and wondering if any of you guys had any word of wisdom to push me along. I am reading the MS-Press Book, every day and doing the practie exams. It just seems i have not got very far but seem to made a dent in the book on page: 121 at the moment but dont seem to have got past much in…
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Surprised by the 70-647
Well by the score actually. Only got a 545. Exam wasnt too hard, in fact the score sheet wasnt too low either. About 75% on two sections and about 50% on the others. Should have just failed but anyhow, a fail's a fail. So the trial run is over and now the real test beckons. What I took away from the exam: 1. It's all R2.…
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70-433 DBA Developer Notes
I am publishing my notes on the 70-433. I have not even completed the first objective yet. But I would like any thoughts and corrections. I will update this every weekend. https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B6IAC_cu-e0ROTNlNjkxMWItNDdhMC00NzE5LWExYjEtYWRkOGFkNTMxNjAz&hl=en
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Anyone use Boson's MS exam sims?
I used Boson for the CCNA and CCENT and was just curious if any of ya'll have used their products for MS Exams...(they are about $40 cheaper than Transcender...and I liked their explanations)
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70-681 Passed Today
Today I sat the 70-681 for work. I spent two weeks working through the awesome compelation by Calymoore and following along to deployment guides with my Hyper-V server. Interesting exam, I did not study SCCM enough nor do I think I deserved the pass that I received for this exam. Hopefully I will come back to this some day…
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Sitting 70-642 on Tuesday
I've been studying for around 7 weeks, I've read the MS Press Training Book, completed the labs, watched the CBT Nuggets video's and more. I've also been reading up on the R2 features, namely BranchCache and DirectAccess, I found a couple of books and video's on the topics. I'm at a point where I don't feel I'm learning…
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Microsoft Certification Track
Hi Guys I am also planning to take a Microsoft Track after i am done with my CCNA this coming year. Can anyone advise me what should I take first?I am planning to take MCTS: On Windows 7, but I do not know what to take next. I know I am looking ahead but for me it is better to have a plan and goal coz' in that way I can…
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Can I use Exchange 2007 for 70-284 prep?
Hey people, I think we are all aware that MS stopped the free trial for Exchange 2003 and I am looking for a way to prepare my lab for the 70-284 exam. I have an SBS2008 license available for my lab that I was saving for when I start the MCITP stuff but I dont have any access to Exchange 2003... I was wondering what…
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70-643 Here I go again
Hopefully the third time is a charm The first try I choked at seeing a 65 question test with everything saying R2. The second try was my fault as I didn't put in extar study on everything I had done badly on the first try (which was everything). This time is different as I did the labsim and I will attest that the Labsim…
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Inactive PC accounts
Can someon please refresh my memory? Isn't the default for AD to push a PC/laptop account offline if it hasn't logged in, authenticated itself on thr domain, 90 days? I know there are ways to do a query from the cli to find out which systems haven't logged in a specific amount of time too, but I am looking at the defaults…
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70-643 - Best Book
Happy Sunday! I've decided I'm going to try and knock out one more test before the end of the year. I've been working with 2008 R2 since about March, installing, writing security policies to lock down, configuring various features, etc. However, I'm getting ready to take on a project that will require me writing a security…
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TS/RDS Session Broker question
I think I've fiiled in a few holes in my knowledge of Terminal services in the last few days. I've got one thing that has me puzzled. Iread somewhere that the Session broker role service doesn't have to be installed on a terminal server???? QUESTION: I may just be totally clueless here but how do you install a role service…