MCSE 2000 jumpstart : computer and network basics / Lisa Donald with Patrick Ciccarelli, Dan Newland.

Contents

Introduction.

Chapter 1: The Computer's Brain: Processors and Memory.
Processor Types: A First Look.
Deciphering Processor Terminology.
The Intel Processor Lineup. Factors Affecting Performance.
History of Intel Chips.
The First Generation: 8086 and 8088.
The Second Generation: 80286.
The Third Generation: 80386.
The Fourth Generation: 80486.
The Next Generations: The Pentium Family.
Stacking Up the Competition.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD).
Cyrix.
PowerPC.
Alpha.
Using Multiprocessor Computers.
Physical Memory.
Random Access Memory (RAM).
Read-Only Memory (ROM).
RAM Types. RAM Speed. Other ROM Types.
Bus Architecture.
Bus Types.

Chapter 2: Storing Your Files: Data Storage.
Keys to Data Storage.
Understanding Hard Drive Basics.
Selecting a Hard Drive.
Performance with IDE Drives. IDE Interface Standards.
Performance with SCSI Drives.
SCSI Standards. SCSI Termination.
Organizing Disks. Understanding Partition Types.
Active and Boot Partitions. Primary Partition.
Extended Partition.
A Primer on Disk Drive Configurations.
Volume Sets.
Disk Stripe Sets Mirrored Sets.
Stripe Sets with Parity Drive.
Stripe Sets with Parity Stripe.
Types of Offline Data Storage.
Floppy Drives. Removable Disk Drives.
Compact Discs.
Digital Video Discs.
Tape Drives 54.

Chapter 3: Data Movement: Input /Output Devices.
Understanding Serial Ports.
Understanding Parallel Ports.
Understanding USB Ports.
How USB Works.
Understanding Monitors.
Video Display Adapter Standards.
Liquid Crystal Display.
Using a Keyboard.
Using a Mouse.
Making Remote Connections.
Analog Modems.
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL).
Cable Modems. ISDN.
Choosing a Printer.
Laser Printers: The Workhorses.
Choosing PC Cards. Bus Standards.

Chapter 4: Hardware Configuration: Putting It All Together.
Installing Hardware.
Installing Software Drivers.
Handling Interrupts.
Using Base Memory.
Identifying System Resources.
Using I/O Memory. Using DMA.

Chapter 5: Desktop Operating Systems: A Comparison.
Understanding DOS. DOS 1.x. DOS 2.x. DOS 3.x. DOS 4.x. DOS 5.x. DOS 6.x.
Understanding Windows.
Windows 95.
Windows 98.
The Business Solution: Windows NT Workstation 4.
The Next Generation:
Windows 2000 Professional.
Understanding Unix and Linux.
Unix. Linux.
Dual-Booting between OSs.
Tips for Creating a Dual-Boot Configuration.

Chapter 6: DOS 101: DOS Basics EveryMCSE Should Know.
Organizing Your Disks. Partitioning Your Hard Drive.
Formatting Your Disks.
Preparing a Boot Disk.
Creating a Directory Structure.
Manipulating the Directory Structure. Listing Directories, Subdirectories, and Files.
Creating and Deleting Directories.
Changing Directories.
Manipulating Files.
Creating a Text File from the Console.
Displaying the Contents of a File. Editing Text Documents.
Deleting a File. Renaming a File. Using the DOS Wildcards.
Copying and Moving Files. Setting File Attributes.
Changing the Time and Date.
Using Some Timesavers.
Using the DOS Configuration Files.
CONFIG.SYS. AUTOEXEC.BAT. BOOT.INI.

Chapter 7: Graphical Interface: Windows Basics. A Quick Introduction.
Introduction to the Windows 98 Desktop.
Using the Start Button. Programs. Documents.
Settings. Find. Help. Run. Log Off. Shut Down.
Accessing the My Computer Window.
Accessing Network Neighborhood.
Using the Recycle Bin. Customizing Your Desktop.
Background.
Screen Saver.
Appearance.
Active Desktop.
Creating Shortcuts.
Using Wizards. Using
Windows Explorer. Using Internet Explorer.

Chapter 8: A Communications Framework.
Understanding OSI Model Basics.
Data Transfer in the OSI Mode.
Layer 1: The Physical Layer. Physical Layer Technologies.
Physical Layer Hardware.
Layer 2: The Data-Link Layer.
Frame Description. Sublayers of Data-Link.
Data-Link Layer Devices.
Layer 3: The Network Layer. Network Layer Example.
Layer 4: The Transport Layer. Other Transport Layer Functions. Network and Transport Layer Technologies.
Layer 5: The Session Layer. Creating a Connection. Transferring Data and Using Dialog Control. Terminating a Connection.
Layer 6: The Presentation Layer. Character Code Translation. Data Encryption. Data Compression and Expansion.
Layer 7: The Application Layer. Service Advertisement. Service Processing.

Chapter 9: Network Models.
Considering Peer-to-Peer Networks.
When Appropriate. Common OS Examples.
Configuring a Windows 98 Computer for Networking.
Considering Client-Server Networks.
When Appropriate. Common OS Examples.
Considering the Domain Model. When Appropriate.
Common OS Examples.
Considering the Directory Services Model.
When Appropriate. Common OS Examples.

Chapter 10: Networking the Computers Introduction to Topologies.
Star Topology. Bus Topology. Ring Topology.
Ethernet Communication Architecture. Benefits. Drawbacks.
Ethernet Standards. Ethernet Hardware.
Token Ring Communication Architecture. Benefits. Drawbacks.
Token Ring Hardware. Common Token Ring Configurations.

Chapter 11: Moving Data: Network Layer Protocols.
Using TCP/IP .IP Addressing. IP Configuration.
The Function of DHCP in an IP Network.
The Function of DNS in an IP Network.
Using IPX/SPX. Using NetBEUI.

Chapter 12: Network Operating Systems: A Comparison.
Introduction to an NOS. What to Look for in an NOS. Windows NT 4 Server.
When to Choose NT 4 Server. Windows 2000 Server.
When to Choose Windows 2000 Server. Novell NetWare. NetWare 3.x. NetWare 4.x. NetWare 5.1.
When to Choose NetWare. Unix Servers.
When to Choose Unix. Linux. When to Choose Linux.

Chapter 13: A Star Is Born: History of Windows 2000.
Understanding the Origins of Windows NT.
Provide Flexibility in OS Code.
Offer High Performance. Be Reliable.
Use Portable Code. Be Compatible with Existing Standards.
Understanding NT 3.x. NT 3.1. NT 3.5. NT 3.51.
Understanding NT. NT Server 4. NT Server/E 4.
Understanding Windows 2000.

Chapter 14: The Windows 2000 Platforms Why Choose Windows 2000?
The Right OS for the Job.
An Architecture of Addition Understanding the Features of Windows 2000 Professional.
Windows 2000 Technical Requirements.
Understanding the Features of Windows 2000 Server.
Windows 2000 Server Technical Requirements.
Windows 2000 Advanced Server.
Windows 2000 Datacenter Server.
Comparing the Windows 2000 Platforms.

Chapter 15: Windows 2000 Active Directory.
Features of the Active Directory.
Structure of the Active Directory.
Windows 2000 Domains. Organizational Units (OUs).
Trees and Forests. Windows 2000 Trusts.
The Physical Network. Sites. Domain Controllers.
Specialized Domain Controllers.

Chapter 16: Windows 2000 Account Management.
Structuring the Active Directory.
Organizational Units. Groups.
Types of Groups.
Creating a Group.
Configuring a Group.
User Accounts.
Creating User Accounts.
Configuring User Accounts.

Chapter 17: Windows 2000 Resources: File and Print Management.
Sharing Folders. Creating a New Share.
Applying Permissions for Accessing Folders.
Assigning Permissions to Users and Groups.
Applying Share Permissions. Using NTFS.
Selecting a File System.
Understanding the Basics of NTFS.
Assigning NTFS Permissions.
Applying NTFS Permissions.
Understanding Share and NTFS Permission Interaction.
Accessing Resources.
Sharing Printers.
Understanding Network Printing Basics.
Creating a Printer.
Configuring Printer Properties.
Establishing Print Permissions.

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