Microsoft 70-642 Video Training

In previous posts, we have discussed the benefits of video training, and with the rising demand for these courses, we are continually updating our library to include the most popular titles in our training catalogue. The most recent addition is the 70-642 training which will be released this week and will be available for purchase online. If you are new to video training, you will soon realize that video learning for continuing ed or certification preparation eliminates the expense and hassle of classrooms or boot camps. This video training can be used by itself, but is especially effective when coupled with our audio lessons and interactive software.

The Microsoft exam 70-642 : Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring, allows you to complete the requirements for the following certification(s): Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring and also counts as credit towards Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Enterprise Administrator and Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator.

The Video Training is over 11 hours of instruction and includes the following lessons:

Video 1: Introduction

This first video is an overview of the entire series and a brief look at the MCTS 70-642 exam.

• Exam Essentials
• 70-642 Domains
• Best Practices

Video 2: IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing

This video is an exploration of the IP addressing scheme including both versions 4 and 6. It will also discuss the transitional mechanisms from IPv4 to IPv6 supported in Windows 2008. The concepts of subnetting, CIDR representation and Variable Length Subnet Masks (VLSM) are explored as well.

• IPv4 vs. IPv6
• Making the Transition
• IPv4 Subnetting
• CIDR and VLSM

Video 3: Configuring DHCP

In this first module on Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) we will first discuss configuring IPv4 and IPv6 in the Windows 2008 graphical interface. There is an introduction the DHCP server role and the process of adding the server role through Server Manager. This Video also demonstrates the configuring of scopes and DHCP settings.

• Configuring IPv4 vs. IPv6
• Introduction to DHCP Servers
• Adding the DHCP Server Role
• Configuring Scopes and Settings

Video 4: DHCP on Server Core

This second DHCP video first explains the Windows 2008 Server Core installation option. Next, we look at administering DHCP on the Server Core through the command-line interface. Finally, we take a closer look at the Network Command Shell (netsh).

• Introduction to Server Core
• Administering DHCP on Server Core
• Using the Network Command Shell

Video 5: Introducing RRAS

This video on introduces Routing and Remote Access Services. It begins with a discussion of static and dynamic routing. Next, the role of RRAS in Windows 2008 routing is explored. The video finishes with a demonstration of installing and enabling RRAS.

• Static and Dynamic Routing
• Role of RRAS in Routing
• Installing RRAS
• Enabling RRAS

Video 6: Windows 2008 Routing Configuration

In RRAS part two we will explore the role of the RIP and OSPF dynamic routing protocols and their use in a Windows 2008 routed environment. The process of configuring routing is demonstrated as well as the exploration of the IP routing tables for IPv4 and IPv6.

• RIP Routing
• OSPF Routing
• Configuring Routing
• Routing Tables

Video 7: Introduction to IPSec

In this module on the open IP Security standard we will first get an overview of the IPSec framework. Next, we investigate the new security features of Windows 2008. Finally, the concepts of IPSec modes, IPSec protocols (AH and ESP), and IPSec components and mechanisms are explored.

• Security Framework (IPSec)
• New 2008 Security Features
• IPSec Modes, Protocols and Components

Video 8: Configuring IPSec Policies

This video is part two of IPSec. In part two we will learn about Windows 2008 IPSec configuration policies. Next, we will look at IPSec rule components; thirdly, the topic of built-in default policies is addressed; finally, we will configure IPSec in Windows 2008.

• Windows 2008 IPSec Configuration Methods
• IPSec Rule Components
• Built-in Default Policies
• Configuring IPSec in Windows 2008

Video 9: Configuring DNS (Part 1)

The first module covering DNS will explore the following topics: DNS in a nutshell, installing DNS, configuration basics, conditional forwarders, and root hints.

• DNS in a Nutshell
• Installing DNS
• Configuration Basics
• Conditional Forwarders
• Root Hints

Video 10: Configuring DNS (Part 2)

The second DNS module covers these important topics: host name resolution, DNS resolver cache and DNS cache-only servers, NetBIOS name resolution, LLMNR and HOSTS files, WINS and DNS integration, domain name suffixes.

• Host Name Resolution
• DNS Resolver Cache and Cache-Only Servers
• NetBIOS Name Resolution
• LLMNR and HOSTS Files
• Wins and DNS Integration
• Domain Name Suffixes

Video 11: DNS Zones and Records

This video is actually part three of the section on Windows 2008 DNS. In this video we will explore the process of configuring a zone through Server Manager. We investigate zone types and creating DNS records. The concepts of aging and scavenging are covered. Finally we look at several techniques for troubleshooting DNS.

• Configuring a Zone
• Zone Types
• Creating DNS Records
• DNS Aging and Scavenging
• Troubleshooting DNS

Video 12: DNS Replication

This video 12 is the fourth video on DNS. In this video the following topics are covered: zone transfers; configuring zone transfers, AD DNS zone replication, and DNS replication scope.

• Zone Transfers
• Configuring Zone Transfers
• AD DNS Zone Replication
• Replication Scope

Video 13: Remote Access Services and Protocols

This module begins an in-depth look at remote access services in Windows 2008. First we will explore the remote access services and components. Next, we will learn how to configure remote access. Then, we discover remote access policies. After this, the connection manager tool is investigated. Finally, we get a survey of remote access and tunneling protocols in Windows 2008.

• Remote Access Services and Components
• Configuring Remote Access
• Remote Access Policies
• Connection Manager
• Remote Access and Tunneling Protocols

Video 14: NAT, ICS, and RADIUS

This lesson covers several technologies in Windows Server 2008 networking: Network Address Translation (NAT), Internet Connection Services (ICS), network authentication protocols in Windows 2008, and RADIUS.

• NAT
• Introducing ICS
• Using ICS
• Network Authentication Protocols
• RADIUS Authentication

Video 15: Wireless Access

This module on Windows 2008 wireless LAN technologies covers the following topics: wireless essentials; Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes; wireless security basics; and configuring a wireless policy through Group Policy.

• Wireless Essentials
• Ad Hoc Mode
• Infrastructure Mode
• Wireless Security Basics
• Configuring a Wireless Policy

Video 16: Network Access Protection (NAP)

This lesson begins with an overview of Network Access Protection in Windows 2008. Next, we explore the components, features, and requirements of NAP. Then, we look at NAP enforcement methods. Finally, we get a demonstration of configuring NAP through the Server manager snap-in.

• NAP Overview
• Components, Features and Requirements
• NAP Enforcement
• Configuring NAP

Video 17: Windows Firewall with Advanced Security

Windows 2008 server can also function as an effective software firewall. In this module we look first at the Windows 2008 firewall feature set. Then we explore the advanced security settings. Third, we see the configuration in Server Manager. Finally, we look at using netsh at the command prompt to configure windows firewall.

• Firewall Features
• Advanced Security Settings
• Server Manager Configuration
• Using NETSH at the Command Prompt

Video 18: FSRM and Print Services
This lesson covers two main services of server 2008: the File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) role of Windows 2008 server and the Print Services. An overview of both of these services is followed by an exploration of the configuration.

• Overview of FSRM
• Installing and Configuring FRSM
• Print Services
• Configuring with Printer Management

Video 19: Network File Storage Services

This module explores the following concepts: configuring disk quotas; standard file sharing; public folder sharing; exploring and configuring Client-Side Caching (CSC) and Offline files.

• Configuring Disk Quotas
• Standard File Sharing
• Public Folder Sharing
• Exploring CSC and Offline Files
• Configuring CSC and Offline Files

Video 20: Distributed File System (DSF)

This lesson on DFS covers an overview of DFS as well as the installation process. This lesson concludes with creating and adding a DFS folder in Windows Server 2008.

• Overview of DFS
• Installing DFS
• Creating a DFS Root Folder
• Adding a DFS Folder

Video 21: Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)

In this module on WSUS for Windows 2008, we will first get an overview of this optional service. Next, we explore the WSUS features and requirements. Then, we will demonstrate the Installation Wizard then the Configuration Wizard for WSUS. Finally we offer some additional resources for the enterprise deployment of WSUS.

• Overview of WSUS
• WSUS Features
• WSUS Requirements
• Installing and Configuring WSUS
• Additional Resources

Video 22: Monitoring Windows 2008

This final lesson of the 70-642 series covers the following topics: adding perfmon counters; generating a data collector set; the reliability monitor; event viewer; Windows 2008 SNMP; the MBSA; and Network Monitor.

• Adding Perfmon Counters
• Generating Data Collector Sets
• Reliability Monitor
• Event Viewer
• SNMP and the MBSA
• Network Monitor