At the moment I am preparing for my MCSA/MCSE on Windows Server 2003. I’ve started with getting ready for the 70-270 exam, its not a bad idea to start with the basics.
It really does just go to show how experienced XP users can sometimes miss some of the features in there! I think quality is more important than quantity and I would advise that you learn what you need to know and then get to know it well. Become comfortable with the different aspects of one subject before rushing onto the next.
I’m currently reading two books for this exam. Of course, the two books do cross over each other at certain points but it does give you the advantage of seeing things from two different sides believe it or not. The books that I am using are:
MCSA/MCSE Windows XP Professional Study Guide: Exam (70-270) - from the popular “Sybex” series.
and
MCSA/MCSE Self-Paced Training Kit(Exam 70-270) Installing - Configuring & Administering MS Windows XP Pro, SE - self-training course - from Microsoft press.
I’ve found that if you are having trouble understanding something from one book, you can find a more in-dept explanation in the other.
I don’t think this exam should take too long to prepare for, it is fairly straight forward for anyone that happens to be “tech minded” in any way.
Here are a list of resources that I found useful:
http://www.certforums.co.uk
A great starting point if you have any questions on any of the latest IT Certifications. It covers everything form Cisco CCNA to Microsoft MCSE.
http://www.mcmcse.com
Includes some free practice exams when you feel like your ready to take them and some video training resources.
http://www.course.com
A pretty useful site if you have any questions or need any help if you encounter problems with anything.
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