Book Description
Windows XP Professional is Microsoft's latest high-end desktop operating system for use within enterprise-scale networks. The Windows XP Professional exam (#70-270) is a core requirement for both the MCSA and MCSE certifications. Sybex, winner of "Best Study Guides" in CertCities.com 2002 Readers' Choice Awards, offers MCSA and MCSE candidates an updated second edition to help prepare for this popular exam. With more in-depth coverage and new practice questions that better simulate those found on the actual exam, this guide gives you the training and confidence you need to succeed. The accompanying CD includes an advanced testing engine with hundreds of sample exam questions, electronic flashcards for PC, Pocket PCs, and Palm handhelds, along with the entire book in PDF.


From the Back Cover
Here's the book you need to prepare for Exam 70-270, Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional. This Study Guide provides: In-depth coverage of every exam objective Practical information on installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP Professional Hundreds of challenging review questions, in the book and on the CD Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine, electronic flashcards, and simulation software Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Installing Windows XP Professional Implementing and conducting administration of resources Implementing, managing, and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers Monitoring and optimizing system performance and reliability Configuring and troubleshooting the desktop environment Implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network protocols and services Implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting security Featured on the CD The enclosed CD is packed with vital preparation tools and materials, beginning with the Sybex testing engine for the Windows XP Professional exam. Loaded with hundreds of practice questions, it lets you test yourself chapter by chapter and review your score by objectives area. You'll also find electronic flashcards for PCs, Pocket PCs, and Palm handhelds, two bonus exams that will help you prepare for the test, WinSim XP product simulation software, and a fully searchable electronic version of the book.


About the Author
Lisa Donald is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. She has worked extensively with numerous Fortune 500 companies and other prominent organizations, including Digital, Apple, the U.S. Postal Service, and the U.S. Naval Academy. James Chellis, MCT and MCSE, is CEO of Cereba, a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider specializing in training and courseware development.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Here's the book you need to prepare for Exam 70-270, Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional. This Study Guide provides:

In-depth coverage of every exam objective Practical information on installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP Professional Hundreds of challenging review questions, in the book and on the CD Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine, electronic flashcards, and simulation software

Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Installing Windows XP Professional Implementing and conducting administration of resources Implementing, managing, and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers Monitoring and optimizing system performance and reliability Configuring and troubleshooting the desktop environment Implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network protocols and services Implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting security

Featured on the CD The enclosed CD is packed with vital preparation tools and materials, beginning with the Sybex testing engine for the Windows XP Professional exam. Loaded with hundreds of practice questions, it lets you test yourself chapter by chapter and review your score by objectives area. You'll also find electronic flashcards for PCs, Pocket PCs, and Palm handhelds, two bonus exams that will help you prepare for the test, WinSim XP product simulation software, and a fully searchable electronic version of the book.

About the Author Lisa Donald is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. She has worked extensively with numerous Fortune 500 companies and other prominent organizations, including Digital, Apple, the U.S. Postal Service, and the U.S. Naval Academy. James Chellis, MCT and MCSE, is CEO of Cereba, a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider specializing in training and courseware development.

SYNOPSIS

Windows XP Professional is Microsoft's latest high-end desktop operating system for use within enterprise-scale networks. The Windows XP Professional exam (#70-270) is a core requirement for both the MCSA and MCSE certifications.