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Mcsa/MCSE .Net Jumpstart: Computer and Network Basics

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MCSA/MCSE .NET JumpStart: Computer and Network Basics gives you the solid grounding you need to approach MCSA and MCSE certification training with confidence:
* Microprocessors and memory
* Data storage
* Input/output devices
* Hardware configuration
* Desktop operating systems
* DOS and Windows basics
* The OSI reference model
* Common network models and architectures
* Internetworking protocols
* Network operating systems
* Windows XP and .NET Server platforms
* Active Directory basics
* Windows XP and .NET Server account and resource management

Biography

Lisa Donald, MCT and MCSE, has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies. She is the author of several Sybex certification books, including MCSA/MCSE: Windows 2000 Professional Study Guide, MCSA/CSE: Windows 2000 Server Study Guide, and MCSA/CSE: Windows XP Professional Study Guide.

Table of Contents

Introduction.

Chapter 1: The Computer’s Brain: Processors and Memory.

Processor Performance.

Processor Types: A First Look.

The Intel Processor Lineup.

Stacking Up the Competition.

Using Multiprocessor Computers.

Physical Memory.

Bus Architecture.

Bus Types.

Chapter 2: Storing Your Files: Data Storage.

Keys to Data Storage.

Understanding Hard Drive Basics.

Performance with IDE Drives.

Performance with SCSI Drives.

Organizing Disks.

Understanding Partition Types.

A Primer on Disk Drive Configurations.

Types of Offline Data Storage.

Chapter 3: Data Movement: Input/Output Devices.

Understanding Serial Ports.

Understanding Parallel Ports.

Understanding USB Ports.

Understanding Monitors.

Using a Keyboard.

Using a Mouse.

Making Remote Connections.

Choosing a Printer.

Choosing PC Cards.

Chapter 4: Hardware Configuration: Putting It All Together.

Installing Hardware.

Installing Software Drivers.

Handling Interrupts.

Using Base Memory.

Using I/O Memory.

Using DMA.

Chapter 5: Desktop Operating Systems: A Comparison.

Understanding DOS.

Understanding Windows.

Understanding Unix and Linux.

Dual-Booting between OSs.

Chapter 6: DOS 101: DOS Basics Every MCSA and MCSE Should Know.

Organizing Your Disks.

Creating a Directory Structure.

Manipulating Files.

Using the DOS Wildcards.

Copying and Moving Files.

Setting File Attributes.

Changing the Time and Date.

Using Some Timesavers.

Using the DOS Configuration Files.

Chapter 7: Graphical Interface: Windows Basics.

A Quick Introduction.

Introduction to the Windows XP Professional Desktop.

Using the Start Button.

Accessing the My Computer Window.

Accessing Network Resources.

Using the Recycle Bin.

Creating Shortcuts.

Using Wizards.

Using Windows Explorer.

Chapter 8: A Communications Framework.

Understanding OSI Model Basics.

Data Transfer in the OSI Model.

Layer 1: The Physical Layer.

Layer 2: The Data-Link Layer.

Layer 3: The Network Layer.

Layer 4: The Transport Layer.

Layer 5: The Session Layer.

Layer 6: The Presentation Layer.

Layer 7: The Application Layer.

Chapter 9: Network Models.

Considering Peer-to-Peer Networks.

Considering Client-Server Networks.

Considering the Domain Model.

Considering the Directory Services Model.

Chapter 10: Moving Data: Data-Link and Network Layer Protocols.

Introduction to Topologies.

Ethernet Communication Architecture.

Using TCP/IP.

Using IPX/SPX.

Chapter 11: Network Operating Systems: A Comparison.

Introduction to an NOS.

Windows NT 4 Server.

Windows 2000 Server.

Windows .NET Server.

Novell NetWare.

Unix Servers.

Linux.

Chapter 12: Windows .NET Server Origins and Platforms.

Understanding the Origins of Windows NT.

Understanding NT 3.x.

Understanding NT 4.

Understanding Windows 2000.

Understanding Windows .NET Server.

Chapter 13: Windows .NET Server Active Directory.

Features of the Active Directory.

Structure of the Active Directory.

The Physical Network.

Chapter 14: Windows XP/.NET Server Account Management.

Structuring the Active Directory.

Groups.

User Accounts.

Chapter 15: Windows XP/.NET Server Resources: File and Print Management.

Sharing Folders.

Assigning Permissions to Users and Groups.

Using NTFS.

Understanding Share and NTFS Permission Interaction.

Accessing Resources.

Sharing Printers.

Appendix A: Answers to Review Questions.

Appendix B: Glossary.

Appendix C: Common Acronyms.

Index.

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