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* we updated this book in Feb 2015 * According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. They often need to set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems are actually running efficiently. They also need to ensure that the data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and that the data is highly secure. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-462 that covers these topics: Install and Configure Maintain Instances and Databases Optimize and Troubleshoot Manage Data Implement Security Implement High Availability Exam 463 is all about datawarehousing - the focus is more on the implementation issues: Design and Implement a Data Warehouse Extract and Transform Data Load Data Configure and Deploy SSIS Solutions Build Data Quality Solutions The SQL Server exams share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

* We updated this book in Feb 2015 * According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. They often need to set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems are actually running efficiently. They also need to ensure that the data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and that the data is highly secure. One will very likely run SQL Server 2012 on Windows Server 2012. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-462 that covers these topics: Install and Configure , Maintain Instances and Databases, Optimize and Troubleshoot, Manage Data, Implement Security, Implement High Availability We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exam, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exam is not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive – a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exam does not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. They often need to set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems are actually running efficiently. They also need to ensure that the data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and that the data is highly secure. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-461 that covers these topics: Create Database Objects Work with Data Modify Data Troubleshoot & Optimize The 70-462 exam, on the other hand, covers these topics: Install and Configure Maintain Instances and Databases Optimize and Troubleshoot Manage Data Implement Security Implement High Availability 70-461 and 70-462 share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries using SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY ...etc. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. They often need to set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems are actually running efficiently. They also need to ensure that the data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and that the data is highly secure. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-461 that covers these topics: Create Database Objects Work with Data Modify Data Troubleshoot & Optimize The 70-462 exam, on the other hand, covers these topics: Install and Configure Maintain Instances and Databases Optimize and Troubleshoot Manage Data Implement Security Implement High Availability Exam 465 is all about database design - the focus is more on the design strategy: Design Database Structure Design Databases and Database Objects Design Database Security Design a Troubleshooting and Optimization Solution The SQL Server exams share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries using SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY ...etc. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-461 that covers these topics: Create Database Objects, Work with Data, Modify Data, and Troubleshoot & Optimize. Exam 70-465 is all about database design - the focus is more on the design strategy: Design Database Structure, Design Databases and Database Objects, Design Database Security, Design a Troubleshooting and Optimization Solution. Exam 70-464 deals with database development, covering Implement Database Objects; Implement Programming Objects; Design Database Objects; and Optimize and Troubleshoot Queries. Exam 70-463, on the other hand, specializes in datawarehousing. The topics covered are: Design and Implement a Data Warehouse, Extract and Transform Data, Load Data, Configure and Deploy SSIS Solutions, Build Data Quality Solutions. These SQL Server exams share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries using SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY ...etc. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

* We updated this book in Feb 2015 *By passing Exam 70-410: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 which is intended to validate the initial implementation and configuration of the Windows Server 2012 core services, one can become a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) on Windows Server 2012, or proceed to taking other exams and earn the solution expert MCSE title. The topics covered by this exam are: Install and Configure Servers Configure Server Roles and Features Configure Hyper-V Deploy and Configure Core Network Services Install and Administer Active Directory Create and Manage Group Policy One will very likely run SQL Server 2012 on Windows Server 2012. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-462 that covers these topics: Install and Configure Maintain Instances and Databases Optimize and Troubleshoot Manage Data Implement Security Implement High Availability We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive – a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

According to MS, the MCSA SQL Server track is intended for candidates who need to perform SQL Server installation, maintenance and configuration tasks. They often need to set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems are actually running efficiently. They also need to ensure that the data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and that the data is highly secure. One will very likely run SQL Server 2012 on Windows Server 2012. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-461 that covers these topics: Create Database Objects, Work with Data, Modify Data, and Troubleshoot & Optimize. Exam 70-465 is all about database design - the focus is more on the design strategy: Design Database Structure, Design Databases and Database Objects, Design Database Security, Design a Troubleshooting and Optimization Solution. These SQL Server exams share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries using SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY ...etc. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

* we updated this book in Feb 2015 * By passing Exam 70-410: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 which is intended to validate the initial implementation and configuration of the Windows Server 2012 core services, one can become a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) on Windows Server 2012, or proceed to taking other exams and earn the solution expert MCSE title. The topics covered by this exam are: Install and Configure Servers Configure Server Roles and Features Configure Hyper-V Deploy and Configure Core Network Services Install and Administer Active Directory Create and Manage Group Policy One will very likely run SQL Server 2012 on Windows Server 2012. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-461 that covers these topics: Create Database Objects Work with Data Modify Data Troubleshoot & Optimize The 70-462 exam, on the other hand, covers these topics: Install and Configure Maintain Instances and Databases Optimize and Troubleshoot Manage Data Implement Security Implement High Availability We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. Many of the exam questions are written to be less straight forward. They tend to be framed within the context of short scenarios. The exams are not too difficult. However, coverage is very comprehensive - a wide range of topics are presented in the official topic lists. The exams do not ask you to answer hundreds of questions. In other words, only a small fraction of the official topics will be presented. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.

Implement, maintain, and repair SQL Server 2012 databases As the most significant update since 2008, Microsoft SQL Server 2012 boasts updates and new features that are critical to understand. Whether you manage and administer SQL Server 2012 or are planning to get your MCSA: SQL Server 2012 certification, this book is the perfect supplement to your learning and preparation. From understanding SQL Server's roles to implementing business intelligence and reporting, this practical book explores tasks and scenarios that a working SQL Server DBA faces regularly and shows you step by step how to handle them. Includes practice exams and coverage of exam objectives for those seeking MSCA: SQL Server 2012 certification Explores the skills you'll need on the job as a SQL Server 2012 DBA Discusses designing and implementing database solutions Walks you through administrating, maintaining, and securing SQL Server 2012 Addresses implementing high availability and data distribution Includes bonus videos where the author walks you through some of the more difficult tasks expected of a DBA Featuring hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, this resource guides you through the essentials of implementing, maintaining, and repairing SQL Server 2012 databases.

* we updated this book in Feb 2015 * According to MS, a server administrator is responsible for the operations and management of an infrastructure of Windows Server 2012 servers in an enterprise environment. Exam 410 covers: - Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 - Introduction to Active Directory Domain Services - Managing Active Directory Domain Services Objects - Automating Active Directory Domain Services Administration - Implementing Networking Services - Implementing Local Storage - Implementing File and Print Services - Implementing Group Policy - Implementing Server Virtualization with Hyper-V One will very likely run SQL Server 2012 on Windows Server 2012. There is the new SQL Server 2012 exam coded 70-462 that covers these topics: - Install and Configure - Maintain Instances and Databases - Optimize and Troubleshoot - Manage Data - Implement Security - Implement High Availability Exam 461 has a lot to do with writing T-SQL statements. The topics covered are: - Create Database Objects - Work with Data - Modify Data - Troubleshoot & Optimize Exam 465 is all about database design - the focus is more on the design strategy: - Design Database Structure - Design Databases and Database Objects - Design Database Security - Design a Troubleshooting and Optimization Solution These SQL Server exams share many common topics so it makes sense to study both together. This product is not intended to serve as an A-B-C guide to the SQL language. You are expected to have a basic level of SQL query statement knowledge and the ability to write queries using SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY ...etc. We give you knowledge information relevant to the exam specifications. To be able to succeed in the real exams, you'll need to apply your earned knowledge to the question scenarios. This ExamFOCUS book focuses on the more difficult topics that will likely make a difference in exam results. The book is NOT intended to guide you through every single official topic. You should therefore use this book together with other reference books for the best possible preparation outcome.