Why
should you become an MCSA ? (Microsoft Certified System Administrator
)
The
MCSA credential is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications
in the industry -a credential in high demand. By learning the premier
MCSA credential, individuals are demonstrating that they have the
skills necessary to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation,
and administration of the most advanced Microsoft Windows platform
and Microsoft server products.
What
more do you gain with a MCSA certification?
• Industry
recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft
products and technologies.
• Access
to technical and product information—directly from Microsoft—through
the MCP Member Site.
• Access
to exclusive discounts on products and services from selected
companies. Some offers are available only
to MCSE+Is, MCSEs, MCDBAs, and MCSDs. Access these benefits
by visiting the MCP Member Site.
• MCSA
certificate, transcript, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify
you as a Microsoft Certified Professional
to colleagues or clients. Electronic files of logos and transcript
may be downloaded from the MCP Member Site
upon certification.
• Invitations
to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special
events.
• Free
access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online,
a career and professional development magazine.
(All MCPs may access the online magazine's security-enhanced
content. Some MCPs may also be eligible to receive the print
version of the magazine free; eligibility is determined
by the magazine.)
• A
special deal on a subscription to Windows & .NET Magazine,
a leading source of independent, how-to information
for IT professionals working on a Microsoft Windows platform.
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSEs) and MCSAs receive
50 percent off the retail subscription price.
Visit the MCP Member Site for details.
Pre-requisites
:
An
MCSA candidate should have six to twelve months of experience working
with a desktop operating system, a network operating system, and
an existing network infrastructure.
Course
Contents
(Chapters Covered) :-
a.
Networking essentials,
TCP/IP, IP Addressing & Subnetting.
b.
Overview of Windows
2003
c.
Installing of Windows
2003
d.
Upgrading to Windows
2003
e.
Using Control Panel
f.
Working with File
Systems and Disks
g.
Managing Users and
Groups
h.
Using System Policy
and Group Policy
i.
Sharing, Securing
and Accessing Files and Folders
j.
Managing Printing
k.
Auditing and Security
l.
Backup and Recovery
m.
Creating and Configuring
Network & Dial-up Connections
n.
Networking with
TCP/IP
o.
Deploying Windows
2000 on your Network
p.
Monitoring, Optimizing
and Troubleshooting Performance