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CompTIA Server+ Certification Guide

By : Ron Price
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CompTIA Server+ Certification Guide

By: Ron Price

Overview of this book

CompTIA Server+ Certification is one of the top 5 IT certifications that is vendor neutral.System administrators opt for CompTIA server+ Certification to gain advanced knowledge of concepts including troubleshooting and networking. This book will initially start with the configuration of a basic network server and the configuration for each of its myriad roles. The next set of chapters will provide an overview of the responsibilities and tasks performed by a system administrator to manage and maintain a network server. Moving ahead, you will learn the basic security technologies, methods, and procedures that can be applied to a server and its network. Next, you will cover the troubleshooting procedures and methods in general, and specifically for hardware, software, networks, storage devices, and security applications. Toward the end of this book, we will cover a number of troubleshooting and security mitigation concepts for running admin servers with ease. This guide will be augmented by test questions and mock papers that will help you obtain the necessary certification. By the end of this book, you will be in a position to clear Server+ Certification with ease.
Table of Contents (28 chapters)
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Section 1: System Architecture
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Section 2: Administration
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Section 3: Security
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Section 4: Troubleshooting
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  • Data bus: The CPU sends or receives data from memory or a device controller. Data centers and server rooms must be secure and safe environments and workspaces.
  • Data encryption: The application of a cryptographic algorithm to data so that when stored or transmitted only those with the appropriate access can open, execute, or apply its contents.
  • Data flow diagram (DFD): A graphical depiction of how data flows through a system, network, or database.
  • Data transfer rate (DTR): The time required to move data from one location to another in a specific operation.
  • Database server: A server hosting a database management system and its database.
  • Dedicated file server: Only provides file or database content to clients.
  • Delta: Connects two current-bearing lines to create a triangular shape.
  • Deployment Image & Servicing Management (DISM): A utility that can scan, check, restore, and...