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The go-to MCSA prep guide, updated for Windows 10 and the new exams
MCSA Windows 10 Complete Study Guide is your comprehensive resource for taking both Exams 70-698 and 70-697. Covering 100% of all exam objectives, this study guide goes beyond mere review to delve deeper into the complex topics and technologies to help you strengthen your understanding and sharpen your skills. Written by a veteran Microsoft MVP, this guide walks you through MCSA skills in context to show you how concepts are applied in real-world situations. Hands-on exercises speed the learning process and facilitate internalization, while review questions challenge and test the depth of your understanding. You also get access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment, featuring flashcards, videos, an assessment test, and bonus practice exams to face exam day with confidence.

The MCSA certification process has changed; Exam 70-698 tests your skills in installing and configuring Windows 10, and then Exam 70-697 gauges your abilities in configuring Windows devices. This book is your ideal companion to study for both exams.

Study 100 percent of the objectives for Exams 70-698 and 70-697
Apply your knowledge with hands-on exercises
Test your skills with challenging review questions
Access videos, electronic flashcards, a searchable glossary, and bonus practice exams
The demand for qualified Windows 10 professionals will be high, as more than half of the corporate user base that skipped Windows 8/8.1 is expected to adopt Windows 10. If you want the skills that are in demand, you need to get certified; if you´re ready to get serious about the exam, MCSA: Windows 10 Complete Study Guide is the resource you shouldn´t be without.



Table of Contents

Introduction xxix
Assessment Test xlvi

Part I Exam 70-698, Installing and Configuring Windows 10 1

Chapter 1 Windows 10 Installation 3

Understanding the Basics 4

Windows 10 Features 8

Windows Feature Deprecation 10

Windows 10 Architecture 10

Preparing to Install Windows 10 11

Windows 10 Home 12

Windows 10 Professional 12

Windows 10 Enterprise 13

New Install or Upgrade? 17

Disk Partitioning 20

Language and Locale 21

Installing Windows 10 22

Performing a Clean Install of Windows 10 22

Performing an Upgrade to Windows 10 30

Troubleshooting Installation Problems 35

Supporting Multiple-Boot Options 37

Using Windows Activation 38

Windows Update 39

The Update Process 39

Using Windows Update 41

Installing Windows Service Packs 42

Installing Windows Store Updates 43

Summary 44

Video Resources 44

Exam Essentials 44

Review Questions 46

Chapter 2 Installing in an Enterprise Environment 49

Understanding Imaging 50

An Overview of the System Preparation Tool and Disk Imaging 50

Overview of the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit 55

Using the Deployment Image Servicing and Management Tool 58

Understanding Hyper-V 60

What Is Virtualization? 60

Installing the Hyper-V Role 61

Configuring Virtual Machines 66

Activating Machines in the Enterprise 75

Networking Basics 76

Active Directory-Based Activation 76

Summary 77

Video Resources 78

Exam Essentials 78

Review Questions 79

Chapter 3 Configuring Devices and Drivers 81

Configuring Hardware 82

Understanding Device Stage 82

Using Device Manager 84

Installing and Updating Device Drivers 88

Driver Signing 97

Managing I/O Devices 98

Configuring Removable Storage Devices 98

Managing Printers 101

Summary 114

Video Resources 115

Exam Essentials 115

Review Questions 116

Chapter 4 Configuring Storage 119

Understanding File Systems 120

File System Selection 121

File System Conversion 123

Configuring NTFS 124

Configuring Disk Storage 127

Basic Storage 127

Dynamic Storage 128

GUID Partition Table 130

Cloud-Based Storage 131

Using the Disk Management Utility 135

Using the Microsoft Management Console 136

Understanding the Disk Management Utility 140

Managing Storage 155

Managing Dynamic Storage 155

Troubleshooting Disk Management 158

Understanding Disk Management Status Codes 158

Troubleshooting Disks That Fail to Initialize 159

Managing Data Compression 159

Using the Compact Command-Line Utility 161

Using Compressed (Zipped) Folders 161

Understanding RAID 162

RAID Levels 162

Storage Spaces 163

Using Disk-Maintenance Tools 165

Using the Disk Optimization Utility 166

Using the Disk Cleanup Utility 166

Using the Check Disk Utility 168

PowerShell Disk Commands 169

Summary 171

Video Resources 171

Exam Essentials 172

Review Questions 173

Chapter 5 Configuring the Windows 10 Environment 175

Managing Windows 176

Manipulating the Desktop Environment 177

Configuring Personalization 186

Using Control Panel 191

Using the Microsoft Management Console 202

Using the System Icon 203

Understanding the Settings Window 206

Using PowerShell 207

Configuring Mobility Options 209

Configuring Offline Files and Synchronization 209

Configuring Power Policies 211

Configuring Windows To Go 217

Managing Windows 10 Services 219

Configuring Internet Browsers 222

Cortana 222

Browser Controls 223

Pinning Sites to the Taskbar 223

Searchable Address Bar 224

Security and Privacy Enhancements 224

Using the Browser's Compatibility View 225

Using Protected Mode for IE11 226

Using InPrivate Browsing and InPrivate Filtering 227

Configuring Windows Internet Explorer 11 Options 228

Summary 232

Video Resources 232

Exam Essentials 233

Review Questions 235

Chapter 6 Configuring Data Security 237

Configuring Network Resources 238

Configuring HomeGroups in Windows 10 239

Configuring Folders 244

Understanding Dynamic Access Control 249

Securing Access to Files and Folders 249

Determining and Viewing Effective Permissions for NTFS 254

Determining NTFS Permissions for Copied or Moved Files 256

Managing Network Access 256

Creating and Managing Shared Folders 257

Configuring Share Permissions 258

NTFS vs. Share Permissions 260

Configuring OneDrive 260

Summary 265

Video Resources 265

Exam Essentials 265

Review Questions 266

Chapter 7 Windows 10 Networking 271

Understanding the Basics 272

Peer-to-Peer Networks 272

Onsite Active Directory Networks 274

Cloud-Based Azure Active Directory 276

Other Microsoft Networking Terms and Roles 277

Configuring NIC Devices 279

Configuring a Network Adapter 280

Troubleshooting a Network Adapter 286

Configuring Wireless NIC Devices 287

Configuring Wi-Fi Direct 295

Understanding TCP/IP 297

Benefits and Features of TCP/IP 298

Basics of IP Addressing and Configuration 300

Using IPv6 Addresses 304

Configuring TCP/IP on Windows 10 315

Testing Your IP Configuration 317

Configuring Windows 10