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MCA Modern Desktop Administrator Study Guide - Exam MD-101

W Panek

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Sybex Inc.,U.S.
28 February 2020
The must-have preparation guide for MCA Modern Desktop certification-covers the new Exam MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops!
Microsoft's Modern Desktop integrates Windows 10, Office 365, and advanced security capabilities. Microsoft 365 Certified Associate (MCA) Modern Desktop certification candidates need to be familiar with Microsoft 365 workloads and demonstrate proficiency in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows 10 and non-Windows devices and technologies. The new Exam MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops measures candidate's ability to deploy and update operating systems, manage policies and profiles, manage and protect devices, and manage apps and data. Candidates are required to know how to perform a range of tasks to pass the exam and earn certification.

The MCA Modern Desktop Administrator Study Guide: Exam MD-101 provides in-depth examination of the complexities of Microsoft 365. Focusing on the job role of IT administrators, this clear, authoritative guide covers 100% of the new exam objectives. Real-world examples, detailed explanations, practical exercises, and challenging review questions help readers fully prepare for the exam. Sybex's comprehensive online learning environment-in which candidates can access an assessment test, electronic flash cards, a searchable glossary, and bonus practice exams-is included to provide comprehensive exam preparation. Topics include:

Planning and implementing Windows 10 using dynamic deployment and Windows Autopilot Upgrading devices to Windows 10 and managing updates and device authentication Managing access polices, compliance policies, and device and user profiles Implementing and managing Windows Defender and Intune device enrollment Deploying and updating applications and implementing Mobile Application Management (MAM)

The move to Windows 10 has greatly increased the demand for qualified and certified desktop administrators in corporate and enterprise settings. MCA Modern Desktop Administrator Study Guide: Exam MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops is an invaluable resource for IT professionals seeking MCA certification.

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Imprint:   Sybex Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 233mm,  Width: 188mm,  Spine: 20mm
Weight:   630g
ISBN:   9781119605942
ISBN 10:   1119605946
Pages:   384
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Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Introduction xix Assessment Test xxx Chapter 1 Installing and Updating Windows 10 1 Understanding the Basics 2 Windows 10 Features 7 Understanding the Windows 10 Architecture 8 Preparing to Install Windows 10 9 Windows 10 Pro 10 Windows 10 Enterprise 11 Windows 10 Enterprise E3 and E5 12 New Install or Upgrade? 12 Disk Partitioning 16 Language and Locale 17 Installing Windows 10 17 Performing a Clean Install of Windows 10 18 Performing an Upgrade to Windows 10 26 Troubleshooting Installation Problems 31 Supporting Multiple-Boot Options 33 Using Windows Activation 34 Understanding Automated Deployment Options 35 An Overview of the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 36 An Overview of Unattended Installation 41 An Overview of Windows Deployment Services 43 An Overview of the System Preparation Tool and Disk Imaging 46 Overview of the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit 50 Summary of Windows 10 Deployment Options 51 Deploying Unattended Installations 52 Using the System Preparation Tool to Prepare an Installation for Imaging 53 Using the Deployment Image Servicing and Management Tool 55 Using Windows System Image Manager to Create Answer Files 57 Deploying with Windows Autopilot 58 Windows Autopilot Requirements 59 Windows Autopilot Profiles 61 Understanding Windows Updates 62 Windows Update Process 64 Using Windows Update for Business 64 Summary 68 Exam Essentials 68 Review Questions 70 Chapter 2 Managing Authentication 73 Active Directory vs. Azure Active Directory 74 Understanding Active Directory 74 Understanding Azure Active Directory 84 Managing Hybrid Networks 110 Password Hash Synchronization with Azure AD 111 Azure Active Directory Pass-through Authentication 111 Federation with Azure AD 112 Common Identity Scenarios 115 Azure AD Connect 116 Implementing Active Directory Federation Services 123 What is a Claim? 123 AD FS in Windows Server 2016 127 Configuring a Web Application Proxy 129 Active Directory Federation Services Installation 131 Using PowerShell Commands 140 Summary 145 Exam Essentials 146 Review Questions 148 Chapter 3 Managing Devices 151 Understanding File Systems 152 File System Selection 153 File System Conversion 155 Configuring NTFS 157 Configuring Disk Storage 159 Basic Storage 159 Dynamic Storage 160 GUID Partition Table 162 Cloud-Based Storage 163 Using the Disk Management Utility 167 Using the Microsoft Management Console 167 Understanding the Disk Management Utility 171 Managing Storage 185 Managing Dynamic Storage 185 Windows 10 Devices in Azure 187 Compliance Policies 188 Device Configuration Profiles 193 Summary 196 Exam Essentials 197 Review Questions 198 Chapter 4 Planning and Managing Microsoft Intune 201 Managing Devices with Microsoft Intune 202 Understanding Microsoft Intune Benefits 204 Configuring Intune Subscriptions 205 Provisioning User Accounts 207 Supporting Applications 222 Deploying Applications Using Intune 222 Supporting Broadband Connectivity 226 Understanding Data Synchronization 227 Using Mobile Application Management 229 Windows Information Protection 231 Understanding Updates 238 Deploying Software Updates Using Intune 238 Using Intune Compliance Reports 243 Using Intune Reports 243 PowerShell Commands 244 Summary 245 Exam Essentials 245 Review Questions 247 Chapter 5 Managing Security 251 Managing Windows Security 252 Windows Defender Security Center 253 Configuring Windows Firewall 256 Understanding the Windows Defender Firewall Basics 256 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security 257 Managing Security 263 Implementing Azure Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection 263 Understanding Windows Defender Application Guard 265 Understanding Windows Defender Credential Guard 271 Implementing and Managing Windows Defender Exploit Guard 273 Using Windows Defender Application Control 278 Summary 278 Exam Essentials 279 Review Questions 280 Chapter 6 Configuring Auditing 283 Monitoring Windows 285 Introducing Performance Monitor 285 Using Other Performance-Monitoring Tools 294 Monitor Cloud-Based Tools 302 Monitor Azure Device Security 311 Summary 314 Exam Essentials 315 Review Questions 316 Appendix Answers to Review Questions 321 Chapter 1: Installing and Updating Windows 10 322 Chapter 2: Managing Authentication 322 Chapter 3: Managing Devices 323 Chapter 4: Planning and Managing Microsoft Intune 324 Chapter 5: Managing Security 325 Chapter 6: Configuring Auditing 326 Index 327

ABOUT THE AUTHOR WILLIAM PANEK, MCP, MCSE, MCSA, MCTS, MCITP, CCNA, is a Five-Time Microsoft MVP Winner. He has taught at Boston University, Clark University, and the University of Maryland, and presently conducts live online classes for StormWind Studios (www.stormwind.com). Will has been a consultant and trainer for the United States Secret Service, Cisco, the United States Air Force, and the United States Army. He also creates training videos to help students prepare for various Microsoft exams.

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