MCSE IIS 4 Exam Prep
Authors: M. Michael Stewart, Ramesh Chandak
Venue:  (1998)

From the Book: INTRODUCTION Introduction Welcome to MCSE IIS 4 Exam Prep! This new book from Certification Insider Press offers you real-world examples, interactive activities, and over 100 hands-on projects that reinforce key concepts and help you prepare for the exam. This book also features troubleshooting tips for solutions to common problems that you will encounter. An interactive CD-ROM with two complete practice exams that allow you to test your skills and knowledge makes this the perfect study guide for the Microsoft certification exam. These materials have been specifically designed to help individuals prepare for Microsoft Certification Exam #70-087, "IIS 4." Answers to end-of-chapter review questions and projects are also found on the CD-ROM. About The Book To aid you in fully understanding Internet Information Server 4.0 concepts, there are many features in this book that have been designed to help you logically work through and confidently prepare for the exam. The book is filled with hands-on projects that cover every aspect of Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0. The projects are designed to make what you learn come alive through actually performing the tasks. Besides the hands-on projects, each chapter offers case projects that put you in the shoes of a consultant who works in all kinds of situations fulfilling the needs of clients. Also, every chapter includes a range of practice questions to help prepare you for the Microsoft certification exam. All of these features are offered to reinforce your learning so you feel confident in the knowledge you have gained from each chapter. Chapter 1, "Introduction to Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0," describes the history of Internet Information Server (IIS), its components and features, as well as describing how IIS fits into the Windows networking environment. In Chapter 2, "Internet Information Server 4.0 Architecture," you are given a detailed look at how the IIS services work together to provide Web site publishing for intranets or the Internet. In Chapter 3, "Installing IIS," you start the process of installing and configuring your IIS server. This process continues in Chapters 4 and 5 "Configuring The WWW Service," and "Configuring the FTP Service," respectively. Chapter 6 exposes you to the basics of perhaps the most important aspect of an IIS installation, "IIS Security." Then, in Chapter 7, "Enhanced Security Through Authentication and Encryption," you explore advanced security topics such as SSL and CryptoAPI. Chapter 8, "Virtual Directories, Virtual Servers, And Active Server Pages," looks at the newest features of IIS which allow Web administrators to perform various tasks including hosting multiple Web sites on a single computer, and using the Active Server components. In Chapter 9, "Managing and Tuning IIS," you start to work with the Microsoft Management Console and other administrative tools. In addition, you explore the Performance Monitor counters that are specific to IIS and use these counters to identify potential problems in your IIS installation. Chapter 10, "Indexing Web Sites with Index Server," introduces you to Index Server and how it can be used to manage your Web site. In Chapter 11, "Web Site Management," you learn to create WebMaps and reports using Site Server Express Content Analyzer. Chapter 12, "Web Site Analysis," continues our look at the Web site management tools by taking you through the Usage Import and Report Writer tools and their use. Chapter 13, "The Other Servers," rounds out our discussion of the different components of IIS by introducing you to Transaction Server, Certificate Server, SMTP Server, and NNTP Server. Chapter 14, "Troubleshooting IIS," takes you through a number of failure situations, and their resolutions. Some of the situations include misconfiguration of the server, failed security, failed Index Server queries, and using the WebMap as a troubleshooting tool. Features To aid you in fully understanding IIS 4 concepts, there are many features in this book designed to improve its value. n Chapter Objectives Each chapter in this book begins with a detailed list of the concepts to be mastered within that chapter. This list provides you with a quick reference to the contents of that chapter, as well as a useful study aid. n Illustrations and Tables Numerous illustrations aid you in the visualization of common setups, theories, and architectures. In addition, many tables provide details and comparisons of both practical and theoretical information. n Chapter Summaries Each chapters text is followed by a summary of the concepts it has introduced. These summaries provide a helpful way to recap and revisit the ideas covered in each chapter. n Review Questions End-of-chapter assessment begins with a set of review questions that reinforce the ideas introduced in each chapter. These questions not only ensure that you have mastered the concepts, but are written to help prepare you for the Microsoft certification examination. n Hands-on Projects Although it is important to understand the theory behind the technology, nothing can improve upon real world experience. With the exception of those chapters that are purely theoretical, each chapter provides a series of exercises aimed at providing you with hands-on implementation experience. n Case Projects Finally, each chapter closes with a section that proposes a certain real-world situation. You are asked to evaluate the situation and decide upon the course of action to be taken to remedy the problems described. This valuable tool helps readers sharpen decision-making and troubleshooting skillsimportant aspects of set-up and administration. Text And Graphic Conventions Used In This Book Wherever appropriate, additional information and activities have been added to this book to help the reader better understand what is being discussed in the chapter. Icons throughout the text alert readers to additional information. Note icons present additional helpful material related to the subject. Tip icons highlight suggestions on ways to attack problems you may encounter in a real-world siuation. As experienced network administrators, the authors have practical experience with how networks work in real business situations. Hands-On Project icons preced each hands-on activity in this book. Case Project icons are located at the end of each chapter. They mark a more involved, scenario-based project. In this extensive case example, students are asked to independently implement what they have learned. Where Should You Start? This book is intended to be read in sequence, from beginning to end. Each chapter builds upon those that precede it, to provide a solid understanding of internetworking with IIS 4. After completing the chapters, you may find it useful to go back through the book, and use the review questions and projects to prepare for the Microsoft certification test for IIS 4 (#70-087). Readers are also encouraged to investigate the many pointers to online and printed sources of additional information that are cited throughout this book. Dont Miss It! Valuable Information At The End Of The Book In addition to its core materials, this book includes several appendices that are worthy of further investigation. n Appendix A provides a detailed discussion of the Microsoft Exam Preparation Guide for the Internet Information Server 4.0 exam (70-087). It addresses each of the points in the Exam Preparation Guide and serves as a refresher before you take the exam. n Appendix B is a list of online and off-line resources for information on IIS, including TechNet, the Microsoft Knowledge Base, and mailing lists. n The glossary is a complete compendium of all of the acronyms and technical terms used in this book, with definitions. Hardware And Software Requirements Before You Begin Individuals who wish to get the most from these materials should have access to a networked PC that is running Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT Workstation 4.0, or Windows NT Server 4.0. If Internet access is also available, you should be able to complete all of the exercises in this book. The following table summarizes the requirements and recommendations (in parentheses) for each of these operating systems: When it comes to any of these operating systems, its wise to meet the recommended configurations, rather than the minimum configurations. Although each of them will work at the minimum configurations, such systems will be slow and sometimes painful to use. In fact, its nearly impossible to give any of these operating systems too much memory, disk space, or CPU power. These various Windows environments almost exemplify the notion that "more is better" when it comes to such things. System requirements for test prep software: n 8 MB RAM (16 MB recommended) n VGA/256 color display or better n 2X CD-ROM drive n Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, or Windows 95 About The CD-ROM To become a Microsoft Certified Professional, you must pass rigorous certification exams that provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise. The CD-ROM that comes with this book can be used in conjunction with the book to help you assess your progress in the event you choose to pursue Microsoft Professional Certification. The CD-ROM contains specially designed test simulation software that features two 55-question practice exams. The questions were expertly prepared to test your readiness for the official Microsoft certification examination on IIS 4 (Exam #70-087). The practice exam questions simulate the interface and format of the actual certification exams. Practice exam features: n 55 questions, just like the actual exam n 90-minute timed test to ensure exam readiness n Questions can be marked and answered later n Graphical representation of your test grade Solutions To End-Of-Chapter Questions And Projects For further help in making sure you are prepared for the IIS 4 certification exam, we have included solutions for the end-of-chapter Review Questions, Hands-on Projects, and Case Projects on the CD. For more information contact: Certification Insider Press 14455 N. Hayden Rd., Ste. 220 Scottsdale, AZ 85260