Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade

A Firebrand Training
6
Day Course

Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Overview

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 will help you to increase the flexibility of your server infrastructure while saving time and reducing costs. Powerful new management tools and security enhancements allow you to have more control over your servers while providing advanced protection so you can spend less time on everyday tasks and more time bringing greater value to your organisation.

This course is intended for those delegates who are currently MCSE 2003 and wish to upgrade their qualifications to Windows Server 2008. Professionals with a 2003 MCSE need to pass one exam to become MCTS on 2008. This one pass will provide the delegate with three distinct MCTS qualifications, i.e. Active Directory Configuration, Network Infrastructure Configuration and Application Platform Configuration.

Course Objectives

The primary objective is for delegates to achieve three Windows 2008 MCTS certifications. Upon completion of this course, the attendee will be able to :

Take advantage of new features in Windows Server 2008
Describe and configure server roles with ADS in Windows Server 2008
Install, manage and configure the server core role as a domain controller
Set up and manage read-only domain controllers
Describe and manage windows deployment services
Describe and use network policies and network access protection
Use Windows Server 2008 with new server roles
Use new features in IIS 7.0 application server
Configure and manage Windows SharePoint services 3.0

Windows Server skills transition for MCSE

Become a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Active Directory Configuration, Application Platform Configuration and Network Infrastructure Configuration

Windows Server skills transition for MCSA

Become a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Active Directory Configuration and Network Infrastructure Configuration

Interested? See our pricing or text 'firebrand ws2008u' to 07786 200 690

Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Benefits

For HR managers, certification is particularly important because it allows them to more easily identify the skills that an individual possesses. When a company has employees that possess certain skills, it can garner a competitive advantage when seeking to attract customers. Certification can also contribute to increased productivity.

Individuals

Overwhelmingly, individuals with Microsoft certifications have an advanced level of knowledge, expertise and skill, and command more professional credibility
Individual students may receive college credits to utilize tuition reimbursement programs for their IT training or to complete college coursework

Human Resources

Employer-funded training and certification programs are a key to retaining skilled staff. Career development and advancement opportunities are shown to significantly reduce rates of employee turnover
Certification Training Programs provide benchmarks for hiring and promotion decisions by accurately assessing technical skills
For-certification training programs maximize educational investments through immediate validation of skills

Microsoft certification affords special membership benefits

Technical information, product information and exclusive discounts on products and services through a secured section of the Microsoft website
Microsoft logos and certificate for your personal promotion to clients or potential employers
Invitations to Microsoft conferences and other educational opportunities

Other training providers rely heavily on lecture, self-testing and self-study.

Our approach is highly varied and interactive to keep your attention, promote teamwork, and reinforce knowledge gained through hands-on learning.

You will:

Be Immersed into a distraction-free environment - escaping your normal routine and focusing purely on learning.

Experience Accelerated Learning methods – designed to help you learn much more quickly, spend less time out of the office, and see returns from your investment straight away.

Be Measured through on-site exam testing - creating a complete feedback loop that ensures you understand the subject thoroughly.

With Firebrand Training, you will learn more.

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.

Interested? See our pricing or text 'firebrand ws2008u' to 07786 200 690

Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Curriculum

Active Directory Improvements
Planning for ADDS deployment
Upgrade considerations
Server Core Domain Controllers
What's new in AD DS
Manageability and reliability
AD Federation services
AD Lightweight directory services
AD Rights management services
Read-only Domain Controllers
Auditing Features
AD Certificate services
Server manager roles
Networking with Server 2008
DNS improvements
Introduction to server core
Configuring and managing server core
Backup Infrastructure
Restore utilities
Network policies Access protection
Enforcement options
Network Access Protection scenarios
Windows Deployment services
WDS components
Windows server virtualization
Configuring virtualization
Failover clustering
Network Load balancing
Windows reliability and performance monitor
Windows system resource manager
Application server roles
Application server features
IIS 7.0 configuration
Improvements in IIS 7.0
Managing IIS 7.0
Using hierarchical configuration settings
Delegating configuration
70-649 Exam

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Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Exam Track

This course prepares you for the Microsoft the 70-648 or the 70-649 exam depending on your background. Upgrading your MCSA or MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist exam.

On the last day of the course students coming from an MCSA background can elect to take the 70-648 exam, whilst students coming from an MCSE background can elect to take the 70-649 exam.

Interested? See our pricing or text 'firebrand ws2008u' to 07786 200 690

Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - What's Included

With Firebrand, you benefit from top-quality education in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so you can focus solely on your studies and certification goals.

You’ll get a robust set of course materials that cater to each of our three key individual learning styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful learning experience.

Our Certification Programs include*

Daily lectures, exercises, and review sessions
Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)^TM Delivery
Comprehensive study materials and courseware - we adapt official curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
Self-testing software and/or mock exam papers
Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
Exam vouchers
On site testing
Accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks
Our Certification Guarantee - because we're sure you'll pass first time, if don’t pass your exams, come back to the course within a year and you only pay for accommodation and exam vouchers - everything else is free

* Please note:

Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.
Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
On site testing is not included in our Scrum, ISACA or PMI certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodation and vendor exam fees.

Interested? See our pricing or text 'firebrand ws2008u' to 07786 200 690

Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Prerequisites

To successfully sit and pass this exam delegates must be experienced MCSA 2003 or MCSE 2003 certified professionals and an understanding of Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Share Point would be advantageous.

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

Interested? See our pricing or text 'firebrand ws2008u' to 07786 200 690

Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Testimonials

"Firebrand is an excellent training facility, which delivers well balanced training"
Martyn Veale, MOD.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (23/11/2009 to 28/11/2009)

"An excellent location for focused training with few distractions, excellent facilities & a University atmosphere."
Ean Radcliffe, 2e2 IOM Ltd..
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (28/4/2008 to 3/5/2008)

"The trainer was a top guy, he really knew his stuff and was able to instruct us in a managed and logical way. The best training I have ever had!"
Philip Luke, Software Box Ltd.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (8/12/2008 to 13/12/2008)

"The course was, as always, highly useful and effective. Pacing was fast and occasionally the going was difficult, but never overwhelming and the environment was perfect for focus on studying. The staff were friendly and helpful, the instructor was highly knowledgeable about his subject, and the food was fantastic."
James Bore, Capita.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (8/12/2008 to 13/12/2008)

"This was my first time at a bootcamp, but the experience was a very very positive one, and the instructor knew the subject matter very well. Well done Firebrand!"
Tony Bennett, GFAW Professional Services.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (28/4/2008 to 3/5/2008)

"The quality of the instruction from Firebrand Training instructors is second to none. The course goes well beyond what is required to just pass the exam. The staff are friendly, accommodation is all you need. I'll be back for yet more at some point in the future."
Anthony Mason, Abstractis Ltd.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (16/3/2009 to 21/3/2009)

"I have done all my Microsoft training here and all my needs were met."
Paul Bharji, Chelton Ltd.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (27/10/2008 to 1/11/2008)

"Fantastic course, great environment with no distractions and the staff are brilliant. I could not recommend this more highly to anyone!"
Dave Rowe, The Weald School.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (25/2/2008 to 1/3/2008)

"As always the training in total was great. The way Firebrand organizes their trainings in 6 days are excellent. For every IT Person with a busy business life and busy personal life, this is the ideal way of doing a course and exams. "
Sander Hofman, Solution Architect.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (25/2/2008 to 1/3/2008)

"Firebrand is an excellent training facility, which delivers well balanced training"
Martyn Veale, MOD.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (23/11/2009 to 28/11/2009)

"I have done all my Microsoft training here and all my needs were met."
Paul Bharji, Chelton Ltd.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (27/10/2008 to 1/11/2008)

"This is first time that I have been to Firebrand and I must say that the atmosphere has been very relaxed, the instructor was ace and as a result I have walked away with a new qualification."
Carl Henshaw, Microlise.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (25/2/2008 to 1/3/2008)

"The whole package presents an ideal environment in which to study."
Steven Griffiths, Computacenter.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Upgrade (6 Days) (25/2/2008 to 1/3/2008)

Windows Server 2008 Upgrade - Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Book now
1/2/2010	6/2/2010	Finished
1/3/2010	6/3/2010	Finished
29/3/2010	3/4/2010	Wait list
26/4/2010	1/5/2010	Open	Book now
24/5/2010	29/5/2010	Open	Book now

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