Your official Microsoft study guide for MCSE Exam 70-215.

Learn how to set up and support the Windows® 2000 Server operating system and prepare for the Microsoft™ Certified Professional (MCP) exam with this official Microsoft study guide. Work through the modular lessons and hands-on labs for practical experience installing administering and troubleshooting this powerful enterprise server system. As you build these real-world support skills you're also preparing for MCP Exam 70-215 a core requirement on the new MCSE track for Windows 2000.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN.
• Installing or upgrading to Windows 2000 Server by using automated setup tools and by deploying service packs
• Configuring network services for interoperability
• Managing access to shared system and Web-based resources including setting up a distributed file system (Dfs)
• Administering Windows 2000 disks and data storage
• Setting up and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers
• Monitoring and optimizing system performance reliability and availability
• Implementing network protocols and services including virtual private networks (VPNs) routing and remote access and Terminal Services
• Ensuring system security through Encrypting File System (EFS) policies and security configuration tools

HERE'S WHAT'S INSIDE.
• Comprehensive self-paced training manual that maps to MCP exam goals and objectives
• Hands-on skill-building exercises with practice files on CD-ROM
• Lesson summaries and end-of-chapter review questions to help gauge your progress

An electronic version of this book is available on the companion CD.