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MCSA Windows 10 Study Guide: Exam 70-698 / Edition 1
- ISBN-10:
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- ISBN-13:
- 9781119327592
- Pub. Date:
- 01/04/2017
- Publisher:
- Wiley
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Overview
The MCSA Windows 10 Study Guide is the only comprehensive resource you'll need to prepare for Exam 70-698. You'll find expert coverage of 100% of all exam objectives led by expert Microsoft MVP, William Panek. Quickly master the concepts and processes involved in Windows 10 installation and configuration. The Sybex superior study tools and online learning environment include: system requirements, devices, core services, networking, storage, data access and usage, maintenance, updates, data recovery, and more. Real-world scenarios bring on the job experience while hands-on exercises provide practical instruction on critical techniques, and the Sybex online learning environment gives you access to electronic flashcards for last minute review, an assessment test, and bonus practice exams so you can be confident on exam day.
Exam 70-698 is the first of two exams for the MCSA certification. Addressing local and desktop deployments, these topics form the foundation of what's to come. This Sybex Study Guide gives you the tools you need along with expert content so you can build the essential knowledge base and master the ley concepts.
- Clarify processes with hands-on exercises
- Identify knowledge gaps through chapter review questions
- Test your understanding with online bonus practice exams and more
With a 90-percent market share, Windows is the world's number-one desktop OS. While it may look similar to Windows 8, Windows 10 includes a number of enhanced features that specialists need to know, and MCSA candidates must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of how to work with these new technologies. MCSA Windows 10 Study Guide: Exam 70-698 is your complete guide to Windows 10 installation and configuration, with expert instruction and practical exam preparation.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781119327592 |
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Publisher: | Wiley |
Publication date: | 01/04/2017 |
Edition description: | Study Guide |
Pages: | 608 |
Product dimensions: | 7.30(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.30(d) |
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Table of Contents
Introduction xxvAssessment Test xxxvi
Chapter 1 Windows 10 Installation 1
Understanding the Basics 2
Windows 10 Features 6
Windows Feature Deprecation 8
Windows 10 Architecture 8
Preparing to Install Windows 10 9
Windows 10 Home 10
Windows 10 Professional 10
Windows 10 Enterprise 11
New Install or Upgrade? 15
Disk Partitioning 18
Language and Locale 19
Installing Windows 10 20
Performing a Clean Install of Windows 10 20
Performing an Upgrade to Windows 10 28
Troubleshooting Installation Problems 33
Supporting Multiple-Boot Options 35
Using Windows Activation 36
Windows Update 37
The Update Process 37
Using Windows Update 39
Installing Windows Service Packs 40
Installing Windows Store Updates 41
Summary 42
Video Resources 42
Exam Essentials 42
Review Questions 44
Chapter 2 Installing in an Enterprise Environment 47
Understanding Imaging 48
An Overview of the System Preparation Tool and Disk Imaging 48
Overview of the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit 53
Using the Deployment Image Servicing and Management Tool 56
Understanding Hyper-V 58
What is Virtualization? 58
Installing the Hyper-V Role 59
Configuring Virtual Machines 64
Activating Machines in the Enterprise 73
Networking Basics 74
Active Directory–Based Activation 74
Summary 75
Video Resources 76
Exam Essentials 76
Review Questions 77
Chapter 3 Configuring Devices and Drivers 79
Configuring Hardware 80
Understanding Device Stage 80
Using Device Manager 82
Installing and Updating Device Drivers 86
Driver Signing 95
Managing I/O Devices 96
Configuring Removable Storage Devices 96
Managing Printers 99
Summary 112
Video Resources 113
Exam Essentials 113
Review Questions 114
Chapter 4 Configuring Storage 117
Understanding File Systems 118
File System Selection 119
File System Conversion 121
Configuring NTFS 122
Configuring Disk Storage 125
Basic Storage 125
Dynamic Storage 126
GUID Partition Table 128
Cloud-Based Storage 129
Using the Disk Management Utility 133
Using the Microsoft Management Console 134
Understanding the Disk Management Utility 138
Managing Storage 153
Managing Dynamic Storage 153
Troubleshooting Disk Management 156
Understanding Disk Management Status Codes 156
Troubleshooting Disks That Fail to Initialize 157
Managing Data Compression 157
Using the Compact Command-Line Utility 159
Using Compressed (Zipped) Folders 159
Understanding RAID 160
RAID Levels 160
Storage Spaces 161
Using Disk-Maintenance Tools 163
Using the Disk Optimization Utility 164
Using the Disk Cleanup Utility 164
Using the Check Disk Utility 166
PowerShell Disk Commands 167
Summary 169
Video Resources 169
Exam Essentials 170
Review Questions 171
Chapter 5 Configuring the Windows 10 Environment 173
Managing Windows 174
Manipulating the Desktop Environment 175
Configuring Personalization 184
Using Control Panel 189
Using the Microsoft Management Console 200
Using the System Icon 201
Understanding the Settings Window 204
Using PowerShell 205
Configuring Mobility Options 207
Configuring Offline Files and Synchronization 207
Configuring Power Policies 209
Configuring Windows to Go 215
Managing Windows 10 Services 217
Configuring Internet Browsers 220
Cortana 220
Browser Controls 221
Pinning Sites to the Taskbar 221
Searchable Address Bar 222
Security and Privacy Enhancements 222
Using the Browser’s Compatibility View 223
Using Protected Mode for IE11 224
Using InPrivate Browsing and InPrivate Filtering 225
Configuring Windows Internet Explorer 11 Options 226
Summary 230
Video Resources 230
Exam Essentials 231
Review Questions 232
Chapter 6 Configuring Data Security 235
Configuring Network Resources 236
Configuring HomeGroups in Windows 10 237
Configuring Folders 242
Understanding Dynamic Access Control 247
Securing Access to Files and Folders 247
Determining and Viewing Effective Permissions for NTFS 252
Determining NTFS Permissions for Copied or Moved Files 254
Managing Network Access 254
Creating and Managing Shared Folders 255
Configuring Share Permissions 256
NTFS vs. Share Permissions 258
Configuring OneDrive 258
Summary 263
Video Resources 263
Exam Essentials 263
Review Questions 264
Chapter 7 Windows 10 Networking 269
Understanding the Basics 270
Peer-to-Peer Networks 270
Onsite Active Directory Networks 272
Cloud-Based Azure Active Directory 274
Other Microsoft Networking Terms and Roles 275
Configuring NIC Devices 277
Configuring a Network Adapter 278
Troubleshooting a Network Adapter 284
Configuring Wireless NIC Devices 285
Configuring Wi-Fi Direct 293
Understanding TCP/IP 295
Benefits and Features of TCP/IP 296
Basics of IP Addressing and Configuration 298
Using IPv6 Addresses 302
Configuring TCP/IP on Windows 10 313
Testing Your IP Configuration 315
Configuring Windows 10 on a Network 317
Configuring Windows Firewall 322
Understanding the Windows Firewall Basics 322
Windows Firewall with Advanced Security 322
Summary 327
Video Resources 328
Exam Essentials 328
Review Questions 329
Chapter 8 Installing Applications 331
Understanding Deployment Options 332
Understanding System Center 332
Using the Windows 10 Application Deployment Tool 334
Deploying Software with the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) 335
Understanding GPO Deployments 339
Installing Applications 340
Using the Upgrade Analytics Tool 341
Windows Features 343
Configuring Startup Options 343
Using Hyper-V for Desktop Applications 343
Configuring User Experience Virtualization (UE-V) 348
Understanding AppLocker 350
Understanding Azure 351
Using Azure RemoteApp 355
Understanding App-V 360
Supporting the Windows Store 361
Installing and Managing Software by Using Microsoft Office 365 and Windows Store Apps 362
Sideloading Apps into Online and Offline Images 364
Integrating Microsoft Accounts Including Personalization Settings 365
Summary 367
Video Resources 368
Exam Essentials 368
Review Questions 369
Chapter 9 Managing Authorization and Authentication 373
Understanding User Accounts 374
Account Types 375
Built-In Accounts 376
Local and Domain User Accounts 377
Working with User Accounts 378
Using the Local Users and Groups Utility 378
Using the User Accounts Option in Control Panel 381
Creating New Users 381
Disabling User Accounts 386
Deleting User Accounts 387
Renaming User Accounts 389
Changing a User’s Password 390
Using a Microsoft Passport, Pictures, and Biometrics 390
Using Device Guard 391
Understanding Credential Guard 394
Configuring Device Health Attestation 395
Managing User Properties 396
Managing User Group Membership 397
Setting Up User Profiles, Logon Scripts, and Home Folders 399
Troubleshooting User Account Authentication 404
Managing and Creating Groups 405
Using Built-In Groups 406
Creating Groups 410
Managing Group Membership 411
Deleting Groups 413
Managing Security Using GPOs and LGPOs 413
Understanding the GPO and LGPO Basics 413
Using the Group Policy Result Tool 415
Managing and Applying LGPOs 416
Configuring Local Security Policies 418
Using Account Policies 419
Using Local Policies 425
Configuring User Account Control 433
Privilege Elevation 433
Registry and File Virtualization 435
Understanding Smart Cards 435
Configuring Remote Management 437
Remote Assistance 438
Remote Desktop 442
Configuring a VPN Connection 445
Transparent Caching 447
Broadband Tethering 447
Summary 449
Video Resources 450
Exam Essentials 450
Review Questions 451
Chapter 10 Configuring Monitoring and Recovery 455
Understanding Recovery 457
Knowing the Advanced Boot Options 458
Starting in Safe Mode 459
Enabling Boot Logging 462
Using Other Startup Setting Options 463
Understanding System Restore 464
Using the System Image Recovery 465
Using the Startup Repair Tool 467
Maintaining Windows 10 with Backup and Restore 467
Creating a Backup 468
Restoring Files from a Backup 469
Recovering Files from OneDrive 470
Using the Wbadmin Command Utility 471
Using Advanced Backup Options 472
Using System Protection 474
Creating Restore Points 474
Restoring Restore Points 475
Cleaning Up Old Restore Points 476
Using the Recycle Bin 476
Monitoring Windows 477
Introducing Performance Monitor 477
Using Other Performance-Monitoring Tools 486
Summary 496
Video Resources 496
Exam Essentials 496
Review Questions 498
Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 501
Chapter 1: Windows 10 Installation 502
Chapter 2: Installing in an Enterprise Environment 503
Chapter 3: Configuring Devices and Drivers 504
Chapter 4: Configuring Storage 505
Chapter 5: Configuring the Windows 10 Environment 505
Chapter 6: Configuring Data Security 506
Chapter 7: Windows 10 Networking 507
Chapter 8: Installing Applications 508
Chapter 9: Managing Authorization and Authentication 509
Chapter 10: Configuring Monitoring and Recovery 510
Appendix B Windows 10 PowerShell Commands 511
Index 519