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October 26th, 2004
01:18 pm - Argh
58% on the Sybex practise exam. Damn it!
*STRESS*
1. Winstall LE is better than ZAP files
- Zap files cannot be installed with elevated permissions
2. Underestimated a question I'd seen before, different Office transform files associated with different sites do provide localized dictionaries. Not a lack of knowledge, just didn't read the question properly. 3/4 for multiple choice
3. Security Configuration and Analysis. I need to find something for this. I was confused when going over the question and was shooting in the dark. What I got right:
Use Security Configuration and analysis for combining two security templates
1. Use Security Configuration and Analysis to import templates
2. Analyze Computer against database settings
3. Configure any settings not in the templates
4. Export the settings to a security database
I missed, out of the multiple choice, the secion on configuring. Everything else I got right.
4. Analyzing security configuration: Completely wrong
secedit.exe and Task scheduler, not AD Users and Computers or Security Configuration and Analysis
5. Not a big deal, just clicked an extra box
6. Tricky question about BIND.
7. No permissions for Organizational Units
8. I chose adding all 12,000 accounts to one global distribution groups. The recommended solution is to nest three distribution groups into one Universal group to cut replication traffic.
9. Backups question, full and then incremental
10. Requirments for SMTP replication:
At least two sites
At least two domains
11. Do not use Movetree if in same domain
12. Stupid question about subnetting I probably will not get on the exam.
13. Auditing DNS: Partial credit, answer is Query and Questions, not Query and TCP (TCP might duplicate apparently.)
14. Slow link detection for software deployment
15. Check for Inherit Permissions if delegated admin is unable to manage a newly moved account.
16. Share printers from 2000 system
17. If DNS server doesn't support dynamic updates, dcpromo wizard will prompt to install
18. Ocfiles is built in file security template
19. Only account auditing (partially correct again, these are going to kill me.)
20. Only one GPO since Internet access is enabled by default.
21. Zap files do pretty much nothing
22. Only necessary to create connection link, do not specify bridgehead
Topics:
Integrating DNS with the Active Directory
Installing and Configuring the Active Directory
Active Directory Optimization and Reliability
Configuring Sites and Managing Replication
Installing and Managing Trees and Forests
ARGH
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12:04 pm - The Rules for Onsite Jobs
1. Never, ever take for granted that the room or office will be available to you. Most non technical staff believe that you are magical and that you will look at the computer and it will be setup.
2. Most businesses that require onsite work are out in the middle of nowhere.
3. Put everything in writing. Every. Little. Thing.
4. Keep all receipts, bitches are going to pay.
5. NEVER talk money with your client.
6. Make sure you have made alternative arrangements for lunch.
7. Never shout on your mobile phone in the smoking area
8. Practise not swearing the day before
This list brought to you by silly, silly people and a random French class.
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09:41 am - Damn it, Janet
I tried to ask for help on the Office setup newsgroup, to no avail. One of the MVPs (god I hate that) has said that Office 2003 doesn't have the functionality to automate the registration process. I think I'm going to dig a little further and see if it's possible to write a VBScript for XP activation. If it is, I'll do it and post it here.
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October 25th, 2004
05:19 pm - of secondary concern are
Integrating DNS with the Active Directory
Installing and Managing Trees and Forests
(not such a problem)
Configuring Sites and Managing Replication
Bleah. At least I'm ok with RIS.
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October 22nd, 2004
06:12 pm - More studying:
Groups
4.1.4 Manage Active Directory. Create and manage accounts manually or by scripting.
.2.2 Manage Active Directory performance. Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Active Directory components.
References:
Active Directory Support Tools
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
14, pg. 540 - 545
Search on Support Tools; select Active Directory Support Tools
Online Help, Microsoft
Using the Performance Console to Monitor Active Directory Statistics
Inside Windows 2000 Server, New Riders Publishing
11, pg. 696 - 702
References:
Creating User Accounts
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
7, pg. 190 - 190
Creating Groups
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
8, pg. 241 - 241
Windows 2000 Server Resource Kit, "Chapter 4 - Active Directory Schema"
TechNet, Microsoft
.3.2 Manage and troubleshoot software by using Group Policy. Maintain software by using Group Policy.
References:
Maintaining Software Applications
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
12, pg. 442 - 445
Assigning Group Policies to Containers and Example Lower-Level Directory Design
Inside Windows 2000 Server, New Riders Publishing
8, pg. 488 - 492
Sub-Objective:
5.1.2 Configure and troubleshoot security in a directory services infrastructure. Create, analyze, and modify security configurations by using Security Configuration and Analysis and Security Templates.
References:
Using Security Templates
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
13, pg. 449 - 504
"Default Access Control Settings in Windows 2000," FAQ
TechNet, Microsoft
"Windows 2000 Group Policy White Paper,"
TechNet, Microsoft
"Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Security Configuration Tool Set" search on grep.
TechNet, Microsoft
Loading Custom Security Templates
Inside Windows 2000 Server, New Riders Publishing
6, pg. 371 - 375
"Default Security Settings Are Not Applied During Upgrade," Q232617
TechNet, Microsoft
"Windows 2000 Security Templates are Incremental," Q234926
TechNet, Microsoft
2.1.2 Install, configure and troubleshoot DNS for Active Directory. Configure zones for dynamic updates.
References:
To configure a zone for DDNS
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
5, pg. 139 - 139
Managing Dynamic DNS
Inside Windows 2000 Server, New Riders Publishing
5, pg. 281 - 282
1.1.4 Install, configure, and troubleshoot the components of Active Directory. Create site links.
References:
Site Links
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
6, pg. 159 - 160
Windows 2000 Server Resource Kit, "Chapter 6 - Active Directory Replication"
TechNet, Microsoft
3.3.1 Manage and troubleshoot software by using Group Policy. Deploy software by using Group Policy.
References:
Filtering GPO Scope
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
12, pg. 419 - 419
Assigning Applications
Windows 2000 Essential Reference, New Riders Publishing
7.2, pg. 451 - 452
1.1.11 Install, configure, and troubleshoot the components of Active Directory. Implement an organizational unit (OU) structure.
References:
Implementing an Organizational Unit Structure
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
4, pg. 120 - 123
Publishing Resources in Active Directory
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
11, pg. 358 - 358
Publishing Shared Resources
MCSE Training Kit Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory Services, Microsoft Press
11, pg. 358 - 358
Directory Domain Structure
Inside Windows 2000 Server, New Riders Publishing
7, pg. 396 - 398
Configuring, Managing, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting Security in a Directory Services Infrastructure
Apply security policies by using Group Policy.
Create, analyze, and modify security configurations by using the Security Configuration and Analysis snap-in and the Security Templates snap-in.
Implement an audit policy.
Monitor and analyze security events.
Implement an organizational unit (OU) structure.
http://discuss.joelonsoftware.com/?best04
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October 21st, 2004
October 19th, 2004
01:10 pm - BAH!
It's not the switch, this network is completely different.
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01:04 pm - Seeing ghosts
So, the first work related post....
I'm going about my building images business to discover that when Ghost begins sending data to a client PC, it keels over. I've checked the following thus far:
1. Disk corruption (via gdisk and fdisk)
2. Network cable
3. Rebooted the sending server
I'm now trying to image it with Altiris. Unfortunately, our boot disk is hanging in a very irritating fashion right where it's trying to execute the VLM (drive mapping.)
Two options here, either the mini switch is throwing something that the client doesn't like or the network card is bein' funny.
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://piktures.deadjournal.com/mood/charitycam/lil-monkeys-animated/angry.gif) annoyed
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12:59 pm - Change in direction
After much thought and some useful advice from Mel, this is turning into a 'professional' blog. By professional, I mean projects and technical information. Notifications about updates to Lockergnome and other sites I may write for will be here as well as work/study related things. Hence the new layout. Decided that perhaps red and black wasn't the best for a professional blog.
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August 28th, 2004
12:41 pm - Hmmmmmm.
What to do? I rarely update this thing anymore...
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August 12th, 2004
08:49 am - John Kerry stuff
Jon Bon Jovi and Leonardo DiCaprio will now be joining John Kerry at the rally in Portland, Oregon, on Friday, August 13, for the final stop on the Kerry-Edwards "Believe in America Tour." Jon Bon Jovi will be performing live.
Tickets are required for this event. If you haven't already printed out your complimentary ticket(s) or if you'd like to volunteer at the rally, please click here:
http://www.johnkerry.com/portland
WHEN: Friday, August 13
Gates open at 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: The Bowl at Waterfront Park
SW Columbia at SW Front Street (Naito Parkway)
Portland, OR
DETAILS: Due to security, please do not bring any umbrellas, bags, or signs. Please limit personal items as well. This event will take place RAIN or SHINE. Parking is limited -- please use public transportation.
See you there!
Oregon for Kerry-Edwards
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August 9th, 2004
July 30th, 2004
08:00 pm
Crap on a stick, do you know how difficult it is to find well written free erotica?
Even here: www.nifty.org
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07:27 pm
INTRODUCTION: Ronnie Christian. Ronnie is a rodeo cowboy who loves Jesus and wants to bring others to know Him. He is a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.
http://www.christiancowboy.org/
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://piktures.deadjournal.com/mood/charitycam/lil-monkeys-animated/happy.gif) amused
Current Music: The Smiths - Paint A Vulgar Picture
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July 6th, 2004
July 4th, 2004
09:42 pm
I want a dinosaur
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://piktures.deadjournal.com/mood/charitycam/lil-monkeys-animated/stressed.gif) stressed
Current Music: Sclammpeiziger - Auger... (Label Unknown)
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