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MCSE self-study guides?

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by shanghai sam

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I recently purchased the Sybex Windows 2000 Core Requirements set and upon browsing a friends set of books I have found that these Sybex books are lacking alot of information. After a little research I've found other sets which appear to have what I'm looking for. Though now I'm confused upon which to purchase. So what would be the best combination of books to buy that would help get me certified?

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by cportman

Actually the Microsoft Official Curriculum is the best resource out there. Especially since they base the tests on them. They are a good reference resource also. If I were you I would buy three of the MOC 1 - Installing and Configuring Win2K pro and Server 2- Implementing Win2K Network Infr. 3- Implementing Win2K Directory Services.

You can purchase the books through a Microsoft CTEC without having to take the class. They will be a little expensive, but so is failing exams!

Good LuckCP

by cportman

The cheapest way to go about it is troytec.com or cheetsheets.com they offer small study guides with sample test questions. They really aren't good "resources" though, but they will help you pass the tests.

cp

by umbral-echo

The Windows 2000 Server and Professional Resource Kits are the most useful source of information for the MCSE exams. They go far deeper than even the MOC (Which is definitely the most useful book for the basics). The exams target the more obscure areas and there are tremendous holes in what every book details.

The only sure way is to supplement your study habits with referencing the resource kit. My students swear by them.

by jepoor

I took the 70-240 test a few weeks ago and had few problems passing. I used several resources. The MS Press books are a good place to start. The exercises are helpful. I also used the sybex books, as well as those from osborne. The sybex seriesare pretty basic and often include some wasted space at the beginning.

by estebandelatorre

The easiest way is the to take a course of the microsoft official curriculum and then purchase a trial exam in www.transcender.com. If you are able to pass this exam, you are ready.
Another key is experience. If you really have experience in your environment, just purchase and exam, It will tell the truth!!!

Hope it helps!

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