What Book Helped You Pass The 70-290?

squirrelyosis

I just finished my 70-270 and I want to start preparing for the 290 exam and I want to find the best book to buy. What book would be the best to get me started; MS Press, Sybex or Exam Cram?

I have a pretty good working knowledge of Server '03 so I'm not a newbie. I have the CBT's and I just need something that will cover all the essentials and best prepare me for the practice tests and eventually the exam. It also doesn't hurt to be easy to read. I used the Exam Cram to start preparing for the XP exam and I really liked it. Has anyone used the Exam Cram for the 290 exam?

Thanks!

erik_J_72

All I used was the M$ book and they helped me pass, I don't know about other books...

spudnik

I used the MS Press book as well, if you have the CBT's and a good knowledge you should do fine.

eurotrash

i use only the EC2 books and supplement that with online info and practice on my lab.

so far its worked fine.

DaPunnisher

Examforce audio guides are ok if you don't mind the narrator sounding like he just ate peanut butter! The lip smaking will drive you nuts!

Don't waste your money on the Exam Crams because they are the same questions that are in the audio exams and the audio exams are half the price. They are good for a solid foundation but I would'nt rely hevily on them.

Munck

I used the official M$ study guide. Was it boring? Yes. Did I pass on the first try? Yes. Make sure you know the NTFS stuff from 70-270 100%!