Book description
The study guide helps you master all the topics on the MCSA 70-687 exam, including the following:
Installation and upgrades, including VHDs
Migrating users, profiles, and applications
Installing, configuring, and securing applications
Configuring Hyper-V virtualization
Configuring TCP/IP, network settings, and network security
Configuring and securing access to files and folders, including OneDrive and NFC
Configuring local security, authentication, and authorization
Configuring remote connections and management
Configuring and securing mobile devices
Managing disks, backups, and system/file recovery
MCSA 70-687 Cert Guide: Configuring Microsoft® Windows 8.1 is a best-of-breed exam study guide. Best-selling authors and expert instructors Don Poulton, Randy Bellet, and Harry Holt share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan.
The companion CD contains the powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test engine, complete with hundreds of exam-realistic questions. The assessment engine offers you a wealth of customization options and reporting features, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most. Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time.
Don Poulton (A+, Network+, Security+, MCSA, MCSE) is an independent consultant who has worked with computers since the days of 80-column punch cards. He has consulted extensively with training providers, preparing study materials for Windows technologies. He has written or contributed to several Que titles, including Security+ Lab Manual, MCSA/MCSE 70-299 Exam Cram 2, and MCTS 70-620 Exam Prep.
Randy Bellet (Network+, MCSE, MCSD, MCDBA) has worked in IT since 1981, and has written multiple applications for the banking, insurance, and food industries. Now on the faculty of ECPI University, he has developed courses in network security and programming.
Harry Holt has worked as a computer operator, programmer, LAN administrator, network engineer, DBA, and project manager. He has used his skills to improve efficiency in organizations including Fortune® 500 companies, financial institutions, government agencies, small partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
Master MCSA 70-687 exam topics for Windows 8.1 configuration
Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes
Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks
Practice with realistic exam questions on the CD
Table of contents
- About This eBook
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents at a Glance
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- About the Authors
- Dedications
- Acknowledgments
- We Want to Hear from You!
- Reader Services
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Chapter 1. Introducing Windows 8.1
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Leading Up to Windows 8.1
- New Features of Windows 8 and Windows 8.1
- A Quick Tour of Windows 8.1
- Evaluating Hardware Readiness and Compatibility
- Exam Preparation Tasks
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Chapter 2. Installing Windows 8.1
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Performing a Clean Installation
- Upgrading to Windows 8.1 from a Previous Version of Windows
- Upgrading from One Edition of Windows 8.1 to Another
- Installing as Windows To Go
- Using a VHD
- Installing Additional Windows Features
- Configuring Windows for Additional Languages
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 3. Migrating Users and Applications to Windows 8.1
- Chapter 4. Configuring Devices and Device Drivers
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Chapter 5. Installing, Configuring, and Securing Applications in Windows 8.1
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Installing and Configuring Desktop Applications
- Using Windows Store Applications
- Configuring Application and Hardware Restrictions
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 6. Configuring Internet Explorer
- Chapter 7. Configuring Hyper-V
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Chapter 8. Configuring TCP/IP Settings
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Understanding the TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- Connecting to Wired Networks
- Configuring Name Resolution
- Configuring Network Locations
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Resolving Connectivity Issues
- Windows 8.1 Network Diagnostics Tools
- Using TCP/IP Utilities to Troubleshoot TCP/IP
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Troubleshooting IPv4 and IPv6 Problems
- A Suggested Response to a Connectivity Problem
- Network Discovery
- Incorrect IPv4 Address or Subnet Mask
- Unable to Connect to a DHCP Server
- Duplicate IP Address
- Unable to Configure an Alternate TCP/IPv4 Configuration
- Using Event Viewer to Check Network Problems
- Additional Troubleshooting Hints When Using IPv6
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 9. Configuring Networking Settings
- Chapter 10. Configuring and Maintaining Network Security
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Chapter 11. Configuring and Securing Access to Files and Folders
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Configuring Shared Folder Permissions
- Configuring NTFS Permissions
- Configuring Data Encryption
- Configuring File Libraries
- Configuring Shared Printers
- Configuring OneDrive (formerly SkyDrive)
- Configuring Near Field Communication
- Configuring Disk Quotas
- Configuring Object Access Auditing
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 12. Configuring Local Security Settings
- Chapter 13. Configuring Authentication and Authorization
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Chapter 14. Configuring Remote Management and Remote Connections
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
- Foundation Topics
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 15. Configuring and Securing Mobile Devices
- Chapter 16. Configuring Windows Update
- Chapter 17. Disk Management
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Chapter 18. Managing and Monitoring System Performance
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
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Foundation Topics
- Configuring and Working with Event Logs
- Managing and Optimizing Computer Performance
- Configuring Task Manager
- Configuring Additional Performance Settings
- Configuring Indexing Options
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Chapter 19. Configuring System Recovery Options
- Chapter 20. Configuring File Recovery
- Appendix A. Answers to the “Do I Know This Already?” Quizzes
- Glossary
- Index
- Appendix B. Memory Tables
- Appendix C. Memory Tables Answer Key
- Practice Exam 1
- Answers to Practice Exam 1
- Practice Exam 2
- Answers to Practice Exam 2
Product information
- Title: MCSA 70-687 Cert Guide: Configuring Microsoft Windows 8.1
- Author(s):
- Release date: September 2014
- Publisher(s): Pearson IT Certification
- ISBN: 9780133410433
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