Superb training with Microsoft MCITP Windows Server 2008 self-paced training kit
How often have you been able to say this about a Microsoft certification exam preparation book: “I was very impressed!”? I know from my experiences in using books to study for Microsoft exams, it doesn’t happen very often. And the fact that it’s a set of four books for four different exams makes that reader’s claim even more impressive.
But the above seems to be the general feeling for MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-643, 70-647): Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator Core Requirements set of books, along with agreeing that this set has a great price – New for around $150.00 last I checked. And I agree, that is a great price – especially considering the book lists at $229.99, which would have been a decent price considering the amount of in-depth material that these products hold for four separate Microsoft certification exams.
The object of this exam preparation set is to prepare the reader for the Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administration MCITP (Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional) certification using study-at-your-own-pace reading material, pre-assessment and post-assessment customizable practice tests and hands-on lab work using the evaluation version of Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Edition.
If you’re wondering where to start, this is a great product to get you started on Windows Server 2008. A reader of the books said that the information is detailed and to the point. You’ll learn what you need to pass the exams without all of the filler and fluff. Another one said that before taking the exams she didn’t have much experience on Windows Server 2008, but that this MCITP training kit made her confident on the OS and well prepared for the actual exams.
As mentioned before, the price on Amazon couldn’t be better. Purchasers of the training kit mentioned that the Amazon price is a price not found anywhere else on the web or in any store. One pointed out that with the Microsoft test voucher that comes with the training kit, you save an additional $75 using the voucher for all four exams. That virtually brings the price down to around a net of $75 when looked at in that light.
The CDs and software that are included in the kit make your MCITP training as straightforward as possible. The over 1200 practice and review questions and answers give the testing candidate even more confidence that he or she can pass the real exam. The testing software includes awesome features such as timed testing, focus on discrete objectives and chapters, detailed explanations for not only right answers, but also wrong answers, object by object review, pointing back to the book for for more study and automated scoring and feedback.
It is advisable to when using the practice exams to not only focus on the right answer, and the explanation to the right answer, but also read the explanations to the wrong answers, and get an understanding as to why those answers are wrong. Do that in practice mode. Next, when you feel like you’re ready for the challenge, set the practice exams for real-world mode and get a very true sense of how you will do on the real exam. If you can score over 80% consistently, you are probably ready to take and pass the real test.
Another great feature? Case studies and troubleshooting scenarios. With these extras, the reader will not only learn how to pass the MCITP exams, he or she will also gain some real-world knowledge that will carry on past the testing process into real-world job situations. One reader stated that the books provide nice real-world advice on how to design complex Microsoft based networks. Not only that, but he pointed out that there is some managerial advice. These things are not just filler, they are also needed to pass the real exams. The reviewer ended by saying that he feels a good sense of pride knowing how great the certification is that he is about to earn.
The addition of the eBook also comes in handy. It’s nice to have when carrying around the book isn’t possible. The eBook is also searchable, so if you have a question about a general topic or specific objective you can type it in and in seconds have the answer to your question. One reader stated that anytime he had a question, this feature came to the rescue and it definitely helped in the certification process.
This book is really designed for Microsoft Systems Administrators, Network Administrators and Engineers, Network Architects and Designers and IT Managers. And, as pointed out earlier, even if you don’t have much knowledge about or experience with Windows Server 2008, you will have after using this training kit. One review said that it is a fantastic product to study and refine your knowledge of Windows Server 2008. It’s of the highest quality and it’s just what one needs to pass the exams and learn the nuances of Windows Server 2008.
Another 5 star reviewer said that MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-643, 70-647): Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator Core Requirements is not just a dust-collector after passing the exams. That it does a fantastic job of covering the exam objectives and very useful as a reference source for providing real-world guidance.
The authors of this training kit have a plethora of experience in real-world situations and in writing great certification preparation material. Tony Northrup and Dan Holme are well-known for writing MS certification preparation books. All the authors hold Microsoft certifications and are real-world professionals. All authors experience combined include “The Self-Paced Training Kit for Exam 70-290 (Windows Server 2003)”, “Windows Vista Resource Kit”, “Self-Paced Training Kits for Exams 70- 622, 70-270, 70-271, and 70-272″, “Self-Paced Training Kit for Exam 70-622 (Windows Vista)”, “Self-Paced Training Kit for Exam 70-623″. About the authors, one reader stated “The authors wrote in an easy to read and follow way. They have done a superlative job of presenting complex subjects in an easy to read manner. Logically broken down to cover all of the exam objectives. Reference chart breaks down each lesson and chapter relevant to the exam objective. Numerous real-world examples in each chapter to emphasize points covered. Detailed exercises to reinforce the concepts. Numerous references to Microsoft Best Practices – Nice touch that will prove beneficial to many. Highly recommend.”
I’m sure after reading this review you can recognize that “MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-643, 70-647): Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator Core Requirements” is the training product to purchase if you are pursuing a path in Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administration.
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