Microsoft Windows Networking Essentials . 1st Edition, Serious Skills, by Darril Gibson. Sybez serious skills. Exam 98-366


Product Description:

The core concepts and technologies of Windows networking


Networking can be a complex topic, especially for those new to the field of IT. This focused, full-color book takes a unique approach to teaching Windows networking to beginners by stripping down a network to its bare basics, thereby making each topic clear and easy to understand. Focusing on the new Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) program, this book pares down to just the essentials, showing beginners how to gain a solid foundation for understanding networking concepts upon which more advanced topics and technologies can be built.


This straightforward guide begins each chapter by laying out a list of topics to be discussed, followed by a concise discussion of the core networking skills you need to have to gain a strong handle on the subject matter. Chapters conclude with review questions and suggested labs so you can measure your level of understanding of the chapter's content.


Serves as an ideal resource for gaining a solid understanding of fundamental networking concepts and skills

Offers a straightforward and direct approach to networking basics and covers network management tools, TCP/IP, the name resolution process, and network protocols and topologies

Reviews all the topics you need to know for taking the MTA 98-366 exam

Provides an overview of networking components, discusses connecting computers to a network, and looks at connecting networks with routers

If you're new to IT and interested in entering the IT workforce, then Microsoft Windows Networking Essentials is essential reading.


From the Inside Flap

Learn Windows Networking Quickly and Easily


This unique, full-color guide covers Windows networking basics, giving you a solid foundation in the technology as well as preparing you to take the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-366, Networking Fundamentals. Learn general networking concepts, then get up to speed on switches, routers, LANs, WANs, and more—with a focus on technologies used in Microsoft networks. Whether you're an aspiring networking professional or just brushing up, it's the essential information you need to be successful in networking in a Windows environment.


Learn these Windows networking essentials—and more:


Networking for home computers, small offices, and large enterprises

Identifying necessary hardware, protocols, services, and infrastructures

Understanding the OSI and TCP models

Connecting computers with switches and routers

Understanding the components of an IPv4 or IPv6 address

Resolving names to IP addresses, and understanding DNS and WINS

Understanding the basics of LANs, WANs, and wireless networks

Preparing for MTA Exam 98-366, Networking Fundamentals

This striking Essentials book features:


Chapter-opening learning objectives

Full coverage of all exam topics

Four-color screenshots and illustrations

Essentials and Beyond—summaries and additional suggested exercises

Chapter review questions

From the Back Cover

Learn Windows Networking Quickly and Easily


This unique, full-color guide covers Windows networking basics, giving you a solid foundation in the technology as well as preparing you to take the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-366, Networking Fundamentals. Learn general networking concepts, then get up to speed on switches, routers, LANs, WANs, and more—with a focus on technologies used in Microsoft networks. Whether you're an aspiring networking professional or just brushing up, it's the essential information you need to be successful in networking in a Windows environment.


Learn these Windows networking essentials—and more:


Networking for home computers, small offices, and large enterprises

Identifying necessary hardware, protocols, services, and infrastructures

Understanding the OSI and TCP models

Connecting computers with switches and routers

Understanding the components of an IPv4 or IPv6 address

Resolving names to IP addresses, and understanding DNS and WINS

Understanding the basics of LANs, WANs, and wireless networks

Preparing for MTA Exam 98-366, Networking Fundamentals

This striking Essentials book features:


Chapter-opening learning objectives

Full coverage of all exam topics

Four-color screenshots and illustrations

Essentials and Beyond—summaries and additional suggested exercises

Chapter review questions

About the Author

About the Author


Darril Gibson, MCSE, MCITP, ITIL v3, Security+, CISSP, is the CEO of Security Consulting and Training, LLC. A Microsoft Certified Trainer since August 1999, Darril regularly teaches, writes, and consults on a wide variety of security and technical topics. He has authored, coauthored, or contributed to 14 books on a wide range of topics that include Windows Server, Windows 7, SQL Server, and IT security.