Guide to MCSE 70-270, Second Edition, Enhanced1 The Microsoft Networking Family Collection of operating systems (OS) Operating Systems Work directly with

Guide to MCSE 70-270, Second Edition, Enhanced 1

The Microsoft Networking Family

• Collection of operating systems (OS)• Operating Systems

• Work directly with hardware to provide the environment for other software to operate

• Can participate in a network as either a server or client

• Wide range of products


Windows XP

• Builds upon best features of Windows 2000 and Windows 98/SE/ME

• Includes advanced Internet, security, and connectivity technologies

• Consists of five products:• Windows XP 64-Bit Edition,• Windows XP Media Center Edition• Windows XP Tablet PC Edition• Windows XP Home Edition• Windows XP Professional


Other Client Operating Systems

• Windows 2000 Professional• Windows NT 4.0 Workstation• Windows ME• Windows SE• Windows 98• Windows 95• Windows for Workgroups


Choosing Between Windows XP Professional And Windows

XP Home Edition• Questions:

• Do you need to connect to a large Microsoft network?

• Do you need to remotely access your computer?

• Do you need to protect sensitive files?

• Do you need a wide range of fault tolerance and recovery options?

• Are you a power user?

• Are you pursuing certification?

• What is your budget?


The Windows XP Environment

• Hybrid of Windows 2000 and Windows ME• Plug and Play

• Automatically detects presence of new hardware

• Installs the appropriate device driver


Multiple Processors

• Supports true multiprocessing• Up to two CPUs• Multiple applications can execute simultaneously


Multitasking

• Mode of CPU operation • Computer processes more than one task at a time• Preemptive multitasking

• OS maintains control over how long any execution thread may take possession of the CPU

• Cooperative multitasking• Individual applications take control over the CPU for as

long as they like


Multithreading

• Individual tasks within single process space operate independently as separate execution modules called threads

• All threads share same memory and system resources

• Allows OS to execute multiple threads from single application concurrently


File Systems

• FAT (file allocation table)• FAT32• New Technology File System (NTFS)


Active Directory

• Control and administration mechanism• Combines various aspects of network into

manageable hierarchical structure• Installation and management utilities not included

with Windows XP


Security

• Protected mandatory logon system• Memory protection• System auditing• Precise controls on file and directory access• Kerberos v5 authentication protocol


Compatibility

• Wide range of applications supported:• DOS 16-bit

• Native 32-bit (Win32)

• Windows 3.1 and Windows for Workgroups 16-bit (Win16)


Storage

• RAM• 4 GB

• Hard disk space• 2 TB for NTFS volumes

• 32 GB for FAT32 volumes

• 4 GB for FAT16 volumes


Connectivity

• Wide variety of networking protocols:• NWLink

• Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)


System Recovery

• Broad system recovery mechanisms:• System Restore

• Automated System Recovery (ASR)

• Recovery Console

• Device driver rollback


Remote Capabilities

• Remote Desktop • Access office computer’s user environment from

remote system

• Remote Assistance • Invite remote user to control your desktop


Help and Support Services

• Comprehensive Help system• Step-by-step guides• Topical and index organizations• Online help


Intelligent User Interface

• New desktop layout and look• Labeled as the “user experience”• Easy to use• New default color scheme• Changes to Start menu


Windows XP Start Menu


Windows XP Start Menu

• Quick links to Web browser and e-mail client• “Pin” own selection of icons• List of the most recently accessed applications


Overview Of New Features

• Broad range of new features or improvements• Most not covered on certification exam


IntelliMirror

• Fully integrated into Windows XP• Offers fault-tolerant system to protect system and

data files from loss• Backs up user data• Automates application installation


Windows Messenger Service

• Includes• Integrated video

• Voice

• Text conferencing


Windows Media Player 8

• Play CDs and DVDs• View recorded movies• Search and organize digital media


Windows Movie Maker

• Transform camcorder recordings into amateur home movies

• Broad support for digital images


Autoplay

• Not a feature new to Windows• Can configure what the system does based on the

type of CD


Desktop

• Enhanced to allow the user to customize functionality

• Customization automatically stored in user profile


Windows XP Professional Hardware Requirements

• Minimum requirements:• 233 MHz CPU or higher microprocessor

• 64 MB of RAM (128 MB or more recommended; 4 GB maximum)

• 1.5 GB of free space

• VGA (800 x 600) or higher resolution monitor

• Keyboard

• Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device (optional)


Windows XP Professional Hardware Requirements

(continued)

• Recommended requirements:• P2 300 MHz CPU or higher microprocessor

• 128 MB of RAM (4 GB maximum)

• 2 GB of free space

• SVGA (800 x 600) or higher resolution monitor

• 12x or faster CD-ROM drive


Hardware Compatibility List

• Essential piece of documentation• Contains all known Windows XP-compatible

hardware devices• Points to each device’s driver


Finding the HCL

• Not always easy• Located on Windows XP CD-ROM in the Support

folder• Consult most current version of the HCL

• www.microsoft.com/hcl/default.asp


Why the HCL Is So Important

• Windows XP controls hardware directly• Does not use BIOS• Windows XP works only with devices with

drivers written specifically for it


Networking Models

• Two networking models:• Workgroup

• Domain


Workgroup Model

• All computers are equal• Also known as peer-to-peer• Each computer maintains own set of

• Resources

• Accounts

• Security information


Workgroup Model (continued)


Domain Model

• Centralizes all shared resources• Single point of administrative and security control• Simpler to manage from administrative and

security standpoint• Requires at least one domain controller (DC)


Domain Model (continued)

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Guide to MCSE 70-270, Second Edition, Enhanced1 The Microsoft Networking Family Collection of operating systems (OS) Operating Systems Work directly with