Comprehensive, hands-on study guide for the Microsoft Windows 8.1 exams The MCSA: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Complete Study Guide is a comprehensive package loaded with educational study tools, including a pre-assessment test, hands-on exercises, hundreds of review questions, exclusive practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and over an hour of author-led videos. For IT students and professionals, getting certified on Microsoft Windows 8.1 can mean huge career opportunities. Over 90% of all personal computing devices run on Windows, and those certified on the newest version will be in high demand. This comprehensive resource prepares candidates to master all the exam objectives for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows 8.1 exams 70-687 and 70-688, as well as the Upgrade exam 70-689. Through realworld scenarios and handson exercises, readers are given a solid background in the most essential concepts they need to know for exams. The book guides readers through installing and upgrading to Windows 8.1, configuring hardware and applications, configuring network connectivity and access to resources, monitoring and maintaining Windows clients, and more. This resource's specialized, practical focus is also a benefit to IT help desk and user support professionals who are simply looking to upgrade their skills in Windows. * Serves as an comprehensive, practical study guide for those preparing for their MCSA: Windows 8.1 certification * Covers all exam objectives and includes invaluable study tools * Guides readers through the installation, deployment, upgrading, and maintenance of Windows 8.1 * Offers educational benefits for professionals looking to improve their Windows 8.1 knowledge and skills MCSA: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Complete Study Guide promises not only to prepare readers for the MCSA: Windows 8.1 exams, but also for the scenarios and challenges they will encounter professionally once certification has been obtained.

InhaltsangabeIntroduction xxvii Assessment Test xl Chapter 1 Introducing Windows 8.1 1 Navigating Windows 8.1 2 Using Gestures 4 Using Charms 5 Using Tiles 5 Using Alt Menus 6 Using the Start Menu 6 Showing Administrative Tools 7 Snapping Apps 9 Using Windows 8.1 Shortcuts 10 Understanding Authentication and Authorization 12 Account Types 12 PIN and Picture Passwords 15 Using the Windows Command Prompt 17 Launching the Command Prompt 17 Launching with Administrator Privileges 18 Command Prompt Basics 19 Using runas 23 System Variables 24 Commands and Paths 25 Using Copy and Paste with the Command Prompt 33 Capturing the Output 35 Creating a Batch File 35 Using Windows PowerShell and the PowerShell ISE 38 Windows PowerShell ISE 39 PowerShell Command Overview 42 Verbs and Nouns 44 Sending Output to a Text File 44 PowerShell Syntax 45 Running PowerShell Commands 48 Running PowerShell Scripts 49 Just a Glimpse 51 Summary 52 Exam Essentials 52 Review Questions 54 Chapter 2 Planning the Windows 8.1 Installation 59 Choosing a Windows 8.1 Edition 60 Windows RT and the Surface Tablet 63 Software Assurance 64 Evaluating Hardware and Compatibility Requirements 64 Considering x86 and x64 (32-Bit and 64-Bit) 65 Determining Screen Resolution 65 Choosing Between an Upgrade and a Clean Install 66 Windows.old Folder 67 Upgrade Paths 67 Windows 8.1 Upgrade Assistant 68 Upgrade vs. Migration 69 Designing an Operating System Installation Strategy 70 Windows 8.1 Images 71 Design Considerations 78 Summary 82 Exam Essentials 83 Review Questions 85 Chapter 3 Installing Windows 8.1 89 Performing a Local Installation 90 Installing and Configuring Windows To Go 94 Installing Windows To Go 95 Configuring Windows To Go 96 Using Command-Line Tools 97 Creating and Installing a VHD 99 Designing a Solution for User Settings 102 User Profiles 103 Folder Redirection 107 User Experience Virtualization 109 Migrating User Data 109 Windows Easy Transfer 110 User State Migration Tool 112 Folder Redirection for Migration 122 Summary 122 Exam Essentials 123 Review Questions 124 Chapter 4 Using Virtualization Technologies 129 Understanding Virtualization and Hyper-V 130 Reviewing Requirements for Hyper-V 132 Enabling Hyper-V 134 Configuring Virtual Switches 135 Creating Virtual Machines 138 Creating a VM for Windows 8.1 140 Installing Windows 8.1 in a VM 142 Creating a VM for Windows Server 2012 143 Installing Windows 2012 in a VM 144 Configuring Windows Server 2012 145 Promoting a Server to a DC 148 Joining Your Windows 8.1 System to a Domain 151 Logging On to the Domain 153 Creating and Manipulating Snapshots 154 Comparing Test and Production Networks 157 Configuring Virtual Machines 158 Designing a Virtual Application Strategy 159 Remote Desktop Services 160 Comparing RemoteApp and RemoteFX 161 Understanding App-V 162 Summary 162 Exam Essentials 163 Review Questions 164 Chapter 5 Networking 169 Understanding Network Connectivity in an Enterprise 170 Unicast, Multicast, and Broadcast 172 Understanding IP Addresses 173 IPv4 vs. IPv6 178 Resolving Names to IP Addresses 182 Basic Commands Used with Networking 185 Using the Network and Sharing Center 192 Understanding Network Locations Profiles 193 Configuring Network Locations 196 Configuring HomeGroup Settings 197 Configuring a Wired Network Interface Card 200 Configuring Wireless Network Settings 202 Resolving Connectivity Issues 210 Verifying Hardware and Cabling 211 Using Command Prompt Tools for Troubleshooting 213 Troubleshooting and Resolving Name Resolution Issues 214 Summary 216 Exam Essentials 216 Review Questions 218 Chapter 6 Windows Firewall and Remote Access 223 Configuri

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