Windows 2000 Active Directory Services. Mcse Training Kit

Set up and support Windows 2000 Active Directory services-and prepare for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exam-with this official Microsoft study guide. Work through the modular system of lessons and exercises for practical experience implementing and administering Microsoft's next-generation directory service. As you build these real-world system support skills, you're also preparing for MCP Exam 70-217-a core requirement on the new MCSE track for Windows 2000. Here's what you'll learn. * Planning, configuring, and administering your Active Directory infrastructure * Configuring Domain Name System (DNS) to manage name resolution, schema, and replication * Administering the user environment and software with Group Policy * Deploying the Windows 2000 operating system remotely using Remote Installation Services (RIS) * Using Active Directory technology to centrally manage users, groups, shared folders, and network resources * Implementing and troubleshooting security in a directory services infrastructure * Monitoring and optimizing Active Directory performance Here's what's inside. * Comprehensive self-paced training that maps to MCP exam goals and objectives * Skill-building practice exercises that help you apply what you learn to the job * Lesson summaries and end-of-chapter review questions to help gauge your progress