Reviews


Windows Server 2008 Exam: Performing Under Pressure

Be prepared for performance-based exams from Microsoft. First up: How will you do under pressure configuring Active Directory in a Windows 2008 environment?

70-623: A Vista Exam for Consumer Support Techs

What's the difference between a retail and business installation of Vista? If you don't know, you're not ready to take this new-generation MCP exam for Vista.

70-622: Road to Enteprise Support and Vista

Do not study lightly for this Windows Vista exam -- you'll need to have complete understanding of application rollouts to Windows Vista desktops.

What MCPs Must Know About Configuring Vista

What to expect with Microsoft's first Windows Vista exam aimed at MCTS candidates.

Exam 70-431: Covering the Bases

Don't be fooled by the introductory nature of this SQL Server 2005; be prepared to get tested on a broad spectrum of topics.

70-443: New Generation, New Database Designer

You'll need to come fully prepared to take on exam 70-443, both as a developer and as a database designer. This one is tough.



Spyware Meets Its Match -- Almost

Microsoft's anti-spyware tool works well enough, but some readers question its categorization and detection capabilities.

Spies in Every Corner

These tools help eliminate spyware, keep your systems clean and running efficiently and—most importantly—protect vital information.

70-301: Project Management the Microsoft Way

This Microsoft Solutions Framework 3.0 exam is less technical, but requires some solid analytical thinking in order to pass. Even if you're an MSF practitioner, don't take this exam too lightly.

Reboot Insurance

BootBack's snapshot images help you keep systems running despite fatal crashes or other interruptions.

Remote Management Made Easy

NetSupport Manager gives you easy remote control access, plus a few other bells and whistles.

70-285: Design Exchange with Confidence!

This exam for Exchange presents a challenge that should only be taken with broad, in-depth knowledge and intense preparation.

70-299: Security Troubleshooter

You'll need experience with PKI, permissions, patch management, and troubleshooting under Windows 2003 before tackling this security exam.

SharePoint Gets (Mostly) Top Marks

Once clear of the administrative learning curve, users give SPS 2003 high marks for ease of use and integration features.

ISA Load Balancing

Rainfinity's RainWall will help you ramp up the reliability and efficiency of your Microsoft ISA Server.

Face in the Crowd

Passfaces authenticates users by having them recognize faces instead of remembering passwords.

Deploy Any App Anywhere

InstallShield X is a comprehensive and robust installation-authoring tool that supports multiple OSs, development environments, and deployment scenarios.

Build Cross-Platform PDA Apps

AppForge Crossfire 5.0 is a VS.NET 2003 add-in that lets you build applications for multiple mobile platforms from a single code base.

The Ultimate Administrator's Repair Manual

Your time is valuable, so keep your search for troubleshooting solutions short and just buy this book.

An Expert's Guide to Total Network Security

A concise, once-over book for the security novice and expert.