Download or read book MCSE Windows 8 and MCTS Windows 7 Certification Exam 70 680 and 70 687 ExamFOCUS Study Notes and Review Questions 2014 Edition written by ExamREVIEW and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-11-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * we updated this book in Feb 2015 * By passing the MS Exam 70-680: TS: Windows 7, Configuring, you complete the requirements for becoming a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist MCTS. In fact the exam also counts towards the MCITP Enterprise Administrator certification. Topics covered include: - Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 - Deploying Windows 7 - Configuring Hardware and Applications - Configuring Network Connectivity - Configuring Access to Resources - Configuring Mobile Computing - Monitoring and Maintaining Systems that Run Windows 7 - Configuring Backup and Recovery Options Exam 70-687: Configuring Windows 8 allows you to earn the new Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate MCSA certification. This new exam covers: - Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 - Configure Hardware and Applications - Configure Network Connectivity - Configure Access to Resources - Configure Remote Access and Mobility - Monitor and Maintain Windows Clients - Configure Backup and Recovery Options To succeed in the exams, you need to read as many reference books as possible. There is no single book that can cover everything! This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome. We use the Windows 8 32bit Preview Edition for demonstration in this book. Information on the latest Windows 8.1 are also included.

Download or read book MCSE Windows 8 Certification Exam 70 687 ExamFOCUS Study Notes and Review Questions 2014 Edition written by ExamREVIEW and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-11-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * we updated this book in Feb 2015 * Exam 70-687: Configuring Windows 8 allows you to earn the new MCSA/MCSE certifications. This new exam covers: - Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 - Configure Hardware and Applications - Configure Network Connectivity - Configure Access to Resources - Configure Remote Access and Mobility - Monitor and Maintain Windows Clients - Configure Backup and Recovery Options We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exam, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exam is not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exam does not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. To succeed in the exam, you need to read as many reference books as possible. There is no single book that can cover everything! This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome. We use the Windows 8 32bit Preview Edition for demonstration in this book. However, information on Windows 8.1 are also included.

Download or read book MCTS Microsoft Windows 7 Configuration Study Guide written by William Panek and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-23 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully updated study guide for MCTS exam 70-680 Demand for experienced, qualified Windows 7 administrators remains high. IT professionals seeking certification in Windows 7 administration will find everything they need to learn to pass the MCTS exam (70-680) in this complete Sybex Study Guide. Updated to cover the most recent version of the exam, this comprehensive guide examines all the exam objectives, using real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions. Certification in Windows 7 administration is highly prized by IT professionals and employers; this comprehensive study guide covers everything you need to know to pass MCTS exam 70-680 Covers installing, upgrading, and migrating to Windows 7; deploying Windows 7; configuring hardware, applications, network connectivity, access to resources, and mobile computing; monitoring and maintaining systems that run Windows 7; and configuring backup and recovery options Features review questions, practice exams, flashcards, and video walkthroughs This complete study guide is the partner you need to assure your success on exam 70-680.

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Download or read book MCTS Windows 7 Configuration Study Guide written by William Panek and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-07-23 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare for certification in Windows 7 configuration with this all-new study guide This comprehensive book guides readers through preparation for Microsoft's brand new MCTS: Windows 7, Configuring exam (70-680). You'll find 100% coverage of all exam objectives; practical, real-world scenarios; hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions, both in the book and on the CD included with the book. Prepares you for the new exam 70-680, the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist certification for Windows 7; Windows 7 is Microsoft's new operating system releasing in late 2009 Shows you how to install, configure, and maintain Windows 7 for the exam Covers upgrading and migrating; deploying Windows 7; configuring hardware applications, network connectivity, access to resources, and mobile computing; monitoring and maintaining; handling backup and recovery, and more This is the ideal guide to prepare you for Microsoft's new Windows 7 certification.

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Download or read book MCTS 70 680 Rapid Review written by Orin Thomas and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assess your readiness for MCTS Exam 70-680—and quickly identify where you need to focus and practice. This practical, streamlined guide walks you through each exam objective, providing "need to know" checklists, review questions, tips, and links to further study—all designed to help bolster your preparation. Reinforce your exam prep with a Rapid Review of these objectives: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 Deploying Windows 7 Configuring Hardware and Applications Configuring Network Connectivity Configuring Access to Resources Configuring Mobile Computing Monitoring and Maintaining Systems That Run Windows 7 Configuring Backup and Recovery Options

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Download or read book MCSE Windows 8 Management and Maintenance Exam 70 688 ExamFOCUS Study Notes and Review Questions 2014 Edition written by ExamREVIEW and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-12-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * we updated this book in Feb 2015 * The 688 exam is for those candidates who need to regularly configure or support Windows 8 computers, devices, users and resources. The major knowledge domains are: - Design an Installation and Application Strategy - Maintain Resource Access - Maintain Windows Clients and Devices - Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack Some sub topics are common to both the 687 exam and the 688 exam. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exam, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

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