MCSE Training overview
Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
Module 1 – Physical and Logical Devices
Managing Basic and Dynamic Disks
Maintaining Disks
Mounted Drives
Basic and Dynamic Disks
Monitor System Hardware
Control Panel
Task Manager
Hardware Troubleshooting Wizard
NIC Network Interface Card
Device Driver Signing
Module 2 – Users, Computers and Groups
User Accounts
Domain User Accounts
The Active Directory
Manage User Profiles
Computer Accounts
Groups
Domain Function Levels
Creating Groups
Group Strategy
Module 3 – Access To Resources
Offline Files
Shared Folder Utility
NTFS Permissions
NTFS – Best Practices
Troubleshooting Access
Effects of Coping & Moving Files and Folders
Troubleshooting Tools
Auditing Access
Troubleshoot Terminal Services
Mod 4 – Managing and Maintaining a Server Environment
Administration Tools for 2003
Run-As Command
Event Viewer
Software update Wizard
Manage Software Site Licensing
Remote Administration
Troubleshoot Printers
Monitor System Performance
Establishing a Baseline
System and Performance Monitor
Processors
Managing A Web Server
Mod 5 – Disaster Recovery
Best Practices
Automated System Recovery
Shadow Copies
Server Recovery – F8 Options
Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server Network Infrastructure
Learning segments
VPN Virtual Private Networking
OSI Model
TCP/IP
IP Addressing
Subnet Mask
Subnetting
Public and Private Addressing
Setting Up a Client Computer
Alternative Configuration
Name Resolution
Net Bios
DNS – IPCONFIG Utilities
Network Problems – Troubleshooting
Network Diagnostics
Network Monitor
DHCP Server
Reservation Scope Agent
DHCP Relay Agent
DHCP Database
Audit Logs
Performance Monitor
Routing
Routing Commands
Routing Lab
Routing Protocols
Packet Filtering
DNS – Domain Name System
Zone Transfer
Active Directory Integrated Zone
DNS Tools
Monitoring DNS
WINS Server
Name Registration
WINS Replication
Data Base Management
IPSec and Certificates
Certificates
Certificate Authority
Remote Access
Setting-Up The Wireless Server
VPN Virtual Private Networking
Remote Access Policies
VPN Logon
Managing Clients
Radius Server
Log Files and Monitoring
Wrap-Up and Review
Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server Network Infrastrucre
Learning segments
Introduction
IP Addressing
Public Addressing Scheme
IP Address Assignment
Network Performance
Future Growth
Routers and Switches
Internet Connectivity
Routers
DHCP
DHCP Security
DNS
DNS Namespace
DNS Zone Planning
Zone Transfers
DNS and WINS Integration
DNS Server Optimization
Troubleshooting DNS
DNS Wrap-Up
WINS Server
Optimization Issues
WINS Traffic
Planning for IPSec
IPSec Deployment
Trouble and IPSec
Planning Network Access
Connection Methods
Remote Access Policies
User Profile Options
Authentication
Planning Considerations
Network Access Review
Security and Maintenance
Remote Desktop
Network Load Balancing
Maintenance Tools
Exam Review
Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory Infrastructure
Learning segments
Introduction to Active Directory
How Active Directory Works
Forests and Domains
Active Directory Integrated DNS Zones
Domain Functions
Trusts
Trust Process
Wrap Forest and Domain Structures
Organizational Units
Delegating Administrative Control
Planning an OU Structure
OU Planning Wrap
Users
Creating Groups
User Principle Name Suffix
Moving Domain Objects
Audit Policy
Best Practices
Group Policy Objects
Adding a GPO
Creating and Configuring GPOs
Group Policy Process
GPO Management
GPO Copy Operation
Trouble and Group Policy
Group Policy Results
Delegation of Administrative Control
Best Practices
Wrapping Up GPOs
Auto-Deployment of Software
Software Deployment
Deployment Options
Configuring Software Deployment
Software Association
Maintaining Deployed Software
Software Redeployment
Removing Deployed Software
Troubleshooting
Software Deployment Wrap
Sites and Replication
Conflicts
The Active Directory Partitions
Global Catalog and Replication
Creating and Configuring Sites
Replication Within and Between Sites
Creating Sites
Site Link Bridging
Creating and Configuring Sites Wrap-Up
Site Topology
Troubleshooting Replication
The Replication Admin Tool
Best Practices
Replication Wrap-Up
Domain Controller Placement
Universal Groups and Logons Wrap-Up
Active Directory Sizer
Best Practices
Domain Controller Placement Wrap-Up
Operation Masters
Transferring and Seizing Roles
Best Practices
Maintaining the Active Directory
Moving the Database Files
Backing Up and Restoring
Monitoring the Active Directory
Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Learning segments
Installing Windows XP Professional
Perform and troubleshoot an attended installation of Windows XP Professional
Perform and troubleshoot an unattended installation of Windows XP Professional
Install Windows XP Professional by using Remote Installation Services (RIS)
Install Windows XP Professional by using the System Preparation Tool
Create unattended answer files by using Setup Manager to automate the installation of Windows XP Professional
Upgrade from a previous version of Windows to Windows XP Professional
Prepare a computer to meet upgrade requirements
Migrate existing user environments to a new installation
Perform post-installation updates and product activation
Troubleshoot failed installations
Implementing and Conducting Administration of Resources
Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot access to files and folders
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot file compression
Control access to files and folders by using permissions
Optimize access to files and folders
Monitor and configure removable media, such as tape devices
Manage and troubleshoot access to shared folders
Create and remove shared folders
Control access to shared folders by using permissions
Manage and troubleshoot Web server resources
Connect to local and network print devices
Manage printers and print jobs
Control access to printers by using permissions
Connect to an Internet printer
Connect to a local print device
Configure and manage file systems
Convert from one file system to another file system
Configure NTFS, FAT32, or FAT file systems
Manage and troubleshoot access to and synchronization of offline files
Implementing, Managing, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting Hardware Devices and Drivers
Implement, manage, and troubleshoot disk devices
Install, configure, and manage DVD and CD-ROM devices
Monitor and configure disks
Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot volumes
Implement, manage, and troubleshoot display devices
Configure Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI)
Implement, manage, and troubleshoot input and output (I/O) devices
Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot I/O devices, such as printers, scanners, multimedia devices, mouse, keyboard, and smart card reader
Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot multimedia hardware, such as cameras
Install, configure, and manage modems
Install, configure, and manage Infrared Data Association (IrDA) devices
Install, configure, and manage wireless devices
Install, configure, and manage USB devices
Install, configure, and manage hand held devices
Install, configure, and manage network adapters
Manage and troubleshoot drivers and driver signing
Monitor and configure multiprocessor computers
Monitoring and Optimizing System Performance and Reliability
Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot performance of the Windows XP Professional desktop
Optimize and troubleshoot memory performance
Optimize and troubleshoot processor utilization
Optimize and troubleshoot disk performance
Optimize and troubleshoot application performance
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Scheduled Tasks
Manage, monitor, and optimize system performance for mobile users
Restore and back up the operating system, System State data, and user
Recover System State data and user data by using Windows Backup
Troubleshoot system restoration by starting in safe mode
Recover System State data and user data by using the Recovery console
Configuring and Troubleshooting the Desktop Environment
Configure and manage user profiles and desktop settings
Configure support for multiple languages or multiple locations
Enable multiple-language support
Configure multiple-language support for users
Configure local settings
Configure Windows XP Professional for multiple locations
Implementing, Managing, and Troubleshooting Network Protocols and Services
Configure and troubleshoot the TCP/IP protocol
Connect to computers by using dial-up networking
Connect to computers by using a virtual private network (VPN) connection
Create a dial-up connection to connect to a remote access server
Connect to the Internet by using dial-up networking
Configure and troubleshoot Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
Configuring, Managing, and Troubleshooting Security
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Encrypting File System (EFS)
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot a security configuration and local security policy
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot local user and group accounts
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot auditing
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot account settings
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot account policy
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot user and group rights
Troubleshoot cache credentials
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Internet Explorer security settings Microsoft Windows Vista, Configuring
Learning segments
Installing and Configuring the Windows Vista System
Module 1: Installing Windows Vista
Introduction to Windows Vista
Performing a Clean Installation of Windows Vista
Installing and Configuring Windows Vista Device Drivers
Module 2: Upgrading and Migrating to Windows Vista Ultimate Edition
Upgrading and Migrating to Windows Vista from a Previous Version of Windows
Upgrading Between Windows Vista Editions
Module 3: Configuring Post-Installation System Settings
Configuring the Windows Aero Experience
Configuring Accessibility Features
Configuring Parental Controls
Module 4: Sharing Files by Using Windows Vista
Sharing Data with Others
Managing Windows Vista Files
Module 5: Configuring Advanced Networking
Configuring Network Connectivity
Configuring Remote Access
Module 6: Configuring User Account Security
Configuring User Account Control
Troubleshooting User Account Control
Module 7: Configuring Network Security
Configuring Windows Defender in Windows Vista
Configuring Windows Firewall Settings
Module 8: Configuring Internet Explorer 7.0
Configuring Internet Explorer 7.0
Configuring Dynamic Security for Internet Explorer 7.0
Configuring Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Applications
Module 1: Maintaining and Optimizing Windows Vista Systems
Maintaining Performance by Using Windows Vista Performance Tools
Optimizing Windows by Using Windows Vista Diagnostics Tools
Configuring Windows Update
Module 2: Configuring Windows Vista Media Applications
Configuring Windows Media Player for Windows Vista
Configuring Windows Media Center
Module 3: Configuring Windows Vista Productivity Applications
Configuring Windows Sidebar
Configuring Windows Mail
Configuring Windows Meeting Space
Configuring Windows Calendar
Configuring Windows Fax and Scan
Module 4: Configuring Mobile Computers
Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
Configuring Mobile Devices
Configuring Power Options
Module 5: Configuring Tablet PC Settings
Configuring Windows Vista Tablet PC Settings
Configuring Pen and Input Devices
Module 6: Networking Mobile Computers
Networking Without Wires
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Working with Offline Files
Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server
Learning segments
Introduction
Security Basics
Security Policies
MSF – Microsoft Solutions Framework
Wrap Up – Fundamentals of Network Security
Security Threats
Security Models
Security Models Wrap-Up
Security Threats Wrap-Up
Risk Management
Risk Management Process
Securing Physical Resources
Securing Computers
Computer Security
Security Updates
Account Security
Shoring Up Account Security
Securing Authentication
Authentication Security
Securing Data
How to Secure Data
Securing Data Transmission
Securing a Perimeter Network
Best Practices
Designing an Incident Response
Incidence Response Procedures
Security Breech Indicators
SY0-101 CompTIA Security+
Learning segments
SYO-201: CompTIA Security+ 2008
Introduction
Course Overview
Security Fundamentals
Threats and Prevention
Mitigating Threats
Securing the System
Virus and Spyware Management
Browser Security
Social Engineering Threats
User Names and Passwords
Authentication
Attacks
Hashing
Biometrics
Authorization
Review
Policies and Policy Types
Domain Security Policy
Other Policies and Auditing
Review
Cryptography
Encryption
Algorithms
Asymmetric and Symmetric
Digital Certificates and Trust Models
Encryption and Decryption Keys
Review
Web and Email Services
Web Security
Review
File and Print Resources
Printer Security
Review
Ports and Protocols
Addressing
Protocol Attacks
Review
Network and Wireless Security
OSI Model
Network Component Security
Network Defense
Security Issues
Security Topologies
VPNs and Virtualization
Wireless Network Standards
Wireless Security Network
Router Configuration
Review
Remote Access Security
Authentication Systems
VPN Technology and Tunneling Protocols
Review
System Auditing
System Monitoring
Logging and Monitoring
Review
Vulnerability
Risk Assessment
Intrusion Detection
Computer Forensics
Review
Security Configuration
Organizational Security
Business Continuity
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Course Review
Labs and Learning Supplements
Lab: Internet Explorer Security Settings for ASP
Lab: Configure Cookie Handling in Internet Explorer
Lab: IPSEC (Internet Protocol Security) Policies
Lab: View a SSL Secured Site Certification Path
Lab: Configure Authentication Using RADIUS
Lab: View and Modify NTFS and Share Permissions
Lab: Configure a VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Lab: Modify Services in Windows XP Professional
Lab: View and Change the Local Audit Policy
Lab: View and Change the Default Backup Type
Supplement: Security+ E-Book