MCSE Designing a Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))

Active Directory is the feature that aspiring Microsoft 2000 Certified Systems Engineers most want to learn about. Active Directory has a lot of depth and the MSCE 70-219 is no picnic especially if you re not from an IT systems engineering background. While previous Windows 2000 exams tested your knowledge of installing and administrating Active Directory, #70-219 tests how well you can apply your knowledge to creating an Active Directory tailored optimized for a specific company s needs, style, and organizational structure.

Prepared by Microsoft-certified experts and packed with proven tips and practice exams, this book/software package actually makes studying for #70-219 fun. MSCE Designing a Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure For Dummies calms your test-taking and anxiety and builds your confidence by offering you a chance to:

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To make it easier for you to bone up on the topics that are most important to you, the subject matter is arranged according to individual test objectives. After a brief review of Active Directory essentials, it jumps right into coverage of:

• Analyzing business and technical requirements with tips on how to gather information from both standard and often-overlooked sources
• Designing a Directory Service architecture covers forest and OU design, delegating authority, GPOs, namespace design, site topology, and more
• Designing service locations includes authentication and directory lookup, deployment of DNS, and other critical topics

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