Computer certification: Microsoft Books

Book SynopsisPaul McFedries is a full-time technical author who has worked with computers in one form or another since 1975. He is the author of more than 90 computer books that have sold more than 4 million copies worldwide. His recent Office-related titles include My Office 2016, My Office 2016 for Mac, and Formulas and Functions for Microsoft Excel 2016. His other titles include Windows 10 In Depth, (with Brian Knittel), PCs for Grownups, and Fixing Your Computer Absolute Beginner's Guide. Table of ContentsChapter 1 — Manage and share workbooks 1.1 Manage workbooks 1.2 Manage workbook review Chapter 2 — Apply custom formats and layouts 2.1 Apply custom data formats 2.2 Apply advanced conditional formatting and filtering 2.3 Apply custom styles and templates 2.4 Prepare workbooks for internationalization and accessibility Chapter 3 — Create advanced formulas 3.1 Apply functions in formulas 3.2 Look up data by using functions 3.3 Apply advanced date and time functions 3.4 Perform data analysis and business intelligence 3.5 Troubleshoot formulas 3.6 Define named ranges and objects Chapter 4 — Create advanced charts and tables 4.1 Create advanced chart elements 4.2 Create and manage PivotTables 4.3 Create and manage PivotCharts

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam AZ-103-and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of deploying and managing infrastructure in Microsoft Azure cloud environments. Designed for experienced cloud professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified Associate level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Manage Azure subscriptions and resources Implement and manage storage Deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs) Configure and manage virtual networks Manage identities This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you are an experienced Azure administrator who understands and manages diverse storage, security, networking and/or compute cloud services About the Exam Exam AZ-103 focuses on skills and knowledge needed to manage Azure subscriptioTable of Contents1. Manage Azure subscriptions and resources 2. Implement and manage storage 101 3. Deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs) 4. Configure and manage virtual networks 5. Manage identities

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Book SynopsisCRAIG ZACKER is the author or co-author of dozens of books, manuals, articles, and websites on computing and networking, including Exam Ref 70-740 Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016, and Exam Ref 70-744 Securing Windows Server 2016. He has also been an English professor, editor, network administrator, webmaster, corporate trainer, technical support engineer, minicomputer operator, literature and philosophy student, library clerk, darkroom technician, shipping clerk, and newspaper boy.Table of ContentsCHAPTER 1 Describe cloud concepts CHAPTER 2 Describe Microsoft 365 apps and services CHAPTER 3 Describe security, compliance, privacy, and trust in Microsoft 365 CHAPTER 4 Understand Microsoft 365 pricing and support CHAPTER 5 MS-900 Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, Second Edition exam updates

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-697–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of configuring Windows 10 devices in the enterprise. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: • Manage identity • Plan desktop and device deployment • Plan and implement a Microsoft 365 Solution • Configure networking • Configure storage • Manage data access and protection • Manage remote access • Manage apps • Manage updates and recovery This Microsoft Exam Ref: • Organizes its coverage by exam objectives • Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you • Assumes you have experience with Windows desktop administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting; Windows 10 security, and integrated Azure features; as well as a basic understanding of Windows networking, Active Directory, and Microsoft Intune For details on requirements for taking Exam 70-697, go to https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/learning/exam-70-697.aspx Table of ContentsChapter 1 Manage Identity Skill 1.1: Support Microsoft Store, Microsoft Store for Education, Microsoft Store for Business, and cloud apps Skill 1.2: Support authentication and authorization Chapter 2 Plan desktop and device deployment Skill 2.1: Migrate and configure user data Skill 2.2: Configure Hyper-V Skill 2.3: Configure mobility options Skill 2.4: Configure security for mobile devices Chapter 3 Plan and implement a Microsoft 365 solution Skill 3.1: Support mobile devices Skill 3.2: Deploy software by using Microsoft Intune Skill 3.3: Manage devices with Microsoft 365 Solution Skill 3.4: Configure information protection Chapter 4 Configure networking Skill 4.1: Configure IP settings Skill 4.2: Configure network settings Skill 4.3: Configure and maintain network security Chapter 5 Configure storage Skill 5.1: Support data storage Skill 5.2: Support data security Chapter 6 Manage data access and protection Skill 6.1: Configure shared resources. Skill 6.2: Configure file and folder access Chapter 7 Manage remote access Skill 7.1: Configure remote Skill 7.2: Configure mobility options Chapter 8 Manage apps Skill 8.1: Deploy and manage RemoteApp apps Skill 8.2: Support desktop apps Chapter 9 Manage updates and recovery Skill 9.1: Configure system recovery Skill 9.2: Configure file recovery Skill 9.3: Configure and manage updates

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Book Synopsis Joan Lambert has worked closely with Microsoft technologies since 1986, and in the training and certification industry since 1997, guiding the translation of technical information and requirements into useful, relevant, and measurable resources for people who are seeking certification of their computer skills or who simply want to get things done efficiently. Joan is the author or coauthor of more than four dozen books about Windows and Office (for Windows, Mac, and iPad), six generations of Microsoft Office Specialist certification study guides, video-based training courses for SharePoint and OneNote, QuickStudy guides for Windows 10 and Office 2016, and GO! series books for Outlook. Joan is a Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Office Specialist Master (for all versions of Office since Office 2003), Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (for Windows and Windows Server), Microsoft Certified Technology Associate (for Windows), Microsoft DyTable of Contents 1 Manage worksheets and workbooks Objective 1.1: Import data into workbooks Objective 1.2: Navigate within workbooks Objective 1.3: Format worksheets and workbooks Objective 1.4: Customize options and views Objective 1.5: Configure content for collaboration 2 Manage data cells and ranges Objective 2.1: Manipulate data in worksheets Objective 2.2: Format cells and ranges Objective 2.3: Define and reference named ranges Objective 2.4: Summarize data visually 3 Manage tables and table data Objective 3.1: Create and format tables Objective 3.2: Modify tables Objective 3.3: Filter and sort table data 4 Perform operations by using formulas and functions Objective 4.1: Insert references in formulas Objective 4.2: Calculate and transform data by using functions Objective 4.3: Format and modify text by using functions 5 Manage charts Objective 5.1: Create charts Objective 5.2: Modify charts Objective 5.3: Format charts

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Book SynopsisEd Fisher, Security & Compliance Architect at Microsoft, focuses on all aspects of security and compliance within Office 365, especially Microsoft Threat Protection. He has spent nearly a decade helping Microsoft customers and partners succeed with Microsoft cloud and productivity solutions. You can learn more at https://aka.ms/edfisher. Nate Chamberlain is a Microsoft 365 Certified Enterprise Administrator Expert. He has been an Office Apps and Services MVP since 2019, frequently blogging at NateChamberlain.com and speaking at Microsoft-focused events and user groups.Table of Contents Introduction 1. Implement and Manage Identity and Access 2. Implement and Manage Threat Protection 3. Implement and Manage Information Protection 4. Manage Governance and Compliance Features in Microsoft 365

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Book SynopsisORIN THOMAS is a Principal Hybrid Cloud Advocate at Microsoft and has written more than 3 dozen books for Microsoft Press on topics including Windows Server, Windows Client, Azure, Office 365, System Center, Exchange Server, Security, and SQL Server. He holds a Master's degree in Computing Research, has authored Azure Architecture courses at Pluralsight, and has authored multiple Microsoft Official Curriculum courses on a variety of IT Pro topics. You can follow him on Twitter at http://twitter.com/orinthomas or find out more at https://aka.ms/orin.Table of ContentsIntroduction CHAPTER 1 Secure Windows Server on-premises and hybrid infrastructure CHAPTER 2 Implement and manage Windows Server High Availability CHAPTER 3 Implement disaster recovery CHAPTER 4 Migrate servers and workloads CHAPTER 5 Monitor and troubleshoot Windows Server environments

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1: Deploy and configure M365 tenants Chapter 2: Managing M365 users, groups, and identity synchronization Chapter 3: Managing Microsoft 365 Roles Chapter 4: Manage secure access and authentication Chapter 5: Manage security and threats using Microsoft 365 Defender Chapter 6: Manage Microsoft Purview compliance Chapter 7: MS-102 Microsoft 365 Administrator exam updates

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1 Prepare the data CHAPTER 2 Model the data CHAPTER 3 Visualize and analyze the data CHAPTER 4 Deploy and maintain assets

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Book SynopsisBecome well-versed with data engineering concepts and exam objectives to achieve Azure Data Engineer Associate certificationKey Features Understand and apply data engineering concepts to real-world problems and prepare for the DP-203 certification exam Explore the various Azure services for building end-to-end data solutions Gain a solid understanding of building secure and sustainable data solutions using Azure services Book DescriptionAzure is one of the leading cloud providers in the world, providing numerous services for data hosting and data processing. Most of the companies today are either cloud-native or are migrating to the cloud much faster than ever. This has led to an explosion of data engineering jobs, with aspiring and experienced data engineers trying to outshine each other.Gaining the DP-203: Azure Data Engineer Associate certification is a sure-fire way of showing future employers that you have what it takes to become an Azure Data Engineer. This book will help you prepare for the DP-203 examination in a structured way, covering all the topics specified in the syllabus with detailed explanations and exam tips. The book starts by covering the fundamentals of Azure, and then takes the example of a hypothetical company and walks you through the various stages of building data engineering solutions. Throughout the chapters, you'll learn about the various Azure components involved in building the data systems and will explore them using a wide range of real-world use cases. Finally, you'll work on sample questions and answers to familiarize yourself with the pattern of the exam.By the end of this Azure book, you'll have gained the confidence you need to pass the DP-203 exam with ease and land your dream job in data engineering.What you will learn Gain intermediate-level knowledge of Azure the data infrastructure Design and implement data lake solutions with batch and stream pipelines Identify the partition strategies available in Azure storage technologies Implement different table geometries in Azure Synapse Analytics Use the transformations available in T-SQL, Spark, and Azure Data Factory Use Azure Databricks or Synapse Spark to process data using Notebooks Design security using RBAC, ACL, encryption, data masking, and more Monitor and optimize data pipelines with debugging tips Who this book is forThis book is for data engineers who want to take the DP-203: Azure Data Engineer Associate exam and are looking to gain in-depth knowledge of the Azure cloud stack.The book will also help engineers and product managers who are new to Azure or interviewing with companies working on Azure technologies, to get hands-on experience of Azure data technologies. A basic understanding of cloud technologies, extract, transform, and load (ETL), and databases will help you get the most out of this book.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Introducing Azure Basics Designing a Data Storage Structure Designing a Partition Strategy Designing the Serving Layer Implementing Physical Data Storage Structures Implementing Logical Data Structures Implementing the Serving Layer Ingesting and Transforming Data Designing and Developing a Batch Processing Solution Designing and Developing a Stream Processing Solution Managing Batches and Pipelines Designing Security for Data Policies and Standards Monitoring Data Storage and Data Processing Optimizing and Troubleshooting Data Storage and Data Processing Sample Questions with Solutions

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Book SynopsisCHARLES PLUTA is a technical consultant and Microsoft Certified Trainer who has authored several certification exams, lab guides, and learner guides for various technology vendors. As a technical consultant, Charles has assisted small, medium, and large organizations in deploying and maintaining their IT infrastructure. He is also a speaker, staff member, or trainer at several large industry conferences every year. Charles has a degree in Computer Networking and holds over 25 industry certifications. He makes a point to leave the United States to travel to a different country once every year. When not working on training or traveling, he plays pool in Augusta, Georgia.Table of ContentsCHAPTER 1 Design, implement, and manage hybrid networking CHAPTER 2 Design and implement core networking infrastructure CHAPTER 3 Design and implement routing CHAPTER 4 Secure and monitor networks CHAPTER 5 Design and implement private access to Azure services

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Book SynopsisASHISH AGRAWAL is a qualified technocrat, offering over two decades of multifaceted experience as a Cloud Engineering and transformation leader, trusted advisor, developer, consultant, and Enterprise Cloud Architect. He drives a profound influence in the cloud technology landscape with provocative thought leadership and communicates his ideas with clarity and passion. He has deep, hands-on technical expertise, having spearheaded numerous successful cloud engagements for global Fortune 500 companies in advisory, presales, consulting, architecture, leadership, and delivery execution, and he has played technology leadership roles in large, complex, cross-functional, and multi-enterprise project teams. GURVINDER SINGH is a Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect with 15 years of diversified IT experience working with the Microsoft Technology stack. In the past several years, Gurvinder has been guiding large enterprises in the transformation of legacy applications into cloudTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1 Design identity, governance, and monitoring solutions CHAPTER 2 Design data storage solutions CHAPTER 3 Design business continuity solutions CHAPTER 4 Design infrastructure solutions

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Book SynopsisPaul McFedries is a Word expert and full-time technical writer. Paul has been authoring computer books since 1991 and has nearly 100 books to his credit, which combined have sold more than 4 million copies worldwide. His titles include the Microsoft Press Publishing book Formulas and Functions for Microsoft Excel 2019, the Que Publishing books My Office 2016, My Office for iPad, Windows 10 In Depth (with coauthor Brian Knittel), and PCs for Grownups. Please drop by Paul's personal website at www.mcfedries.com or follow Paul on Twitter at twitter.com/paulmcf.Table of Contents Chapter 1: Manage document options and settings Objective 1.1: Manage documents and templates Objective 1.2: Prepare documents for collaboration Objective 1.3: Use and configure language options Chapter 2: Use advanced editing and formatting features Objective 2.1: Perform advanced editing and formatting Objective 2.2: Configure paragraph layout options Objective 2.3: Create and manage styles Chapter 3: Create custom document elements Objective 3.1: Create and modify building blocks Objective 3.2: Create custom design elements Objective 3.3: Create and manage indexes Objective 3.4: Create and manage tables of figures Chapter 4: Use advanced Word features Objective 4.1: Manage forms, fields, and controls Objective 4.2: Create and modify macros Objective 4.3: Perform mail merges

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Book SynopsisPrepare for the MCA Azure Security Engineer certification exam faster and smarter with help from Sybex In the MCA Microsoft Certified Associate Azure Security Engineer Study Guide: Exam AZ-500, cybersecurity veteran Shimon Brathwaite walks you through every step you need to take to prepare for the MCA Azure Security Engineer certification exam and a career in Azure cybersecurity. You'll find coverage of every domain competency tested by the exam, including identity management and access, platform protection implementation, security operations management, and data and application security. You'll learn to maintain the security posture of an Azure environment, implement threat protection, and respond to security incident escalations. Readers will also find: Efficient and accurate coverage of every topic necessary to succeed on the MCA Azure Security Engineer examRobust discussions of all the skills you need to hit the ground running at your firstor nextAzure cybersecurity jobComplementary access to online study tools, including hundreds of bonus practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossaryThe MCA Azure Security Engineer AZ-500 exam is a challenging barrier to certification. But you can prepare confidently and quickly with this latest expert resource from Sybex. It's ideal for anyone preparing for the AZ-500 exam or seeking to step into their next role as an Azure security engineer.Table of ContentsIntroduction xix Assessment Test xxv Chapter 1 Introduction to Microsoft Azure 1 What Is Microsoft Azure? 3 Cloud Environment Security Objectives 4 Confidentiality 4 Integrity 4 Availability 5 Nonrepudiation 5 Common Security Issues 5 Principle of Least Privilege 5 Zero- Trust Model 6 Defense in Depth 6 Avoid Security through Obscurity 9 The AAAs of Access Management 9 Encryption 10 End- to- End Encryption 11 Symmetric Key Encryption 11 Asymmetric Key Encryption 11 Network Segmentation 13 Basic Network Configuration 13 Unsegmented Network Example 14 Internal and External Compliance 15 Cybersecurity Considerations for the Cloud Environment 16 Configuration Management 17 Unauthorized Access 17 Insecure Interfaces/APIs 17 Hijacking of Accounts 17 Compliance 18 Lack of Visibility 18 Accurate Logging 18 Cloud Storage 18 Vendor Contracts 19 Link Sharing 19 Major Cybersecurity Threats 19 DDoS 19 Social Engineering 20 Password Attacks 21 Malware 21 Summary 24 Exam Essentials 24 Review Questions 26 Chapter 2 Managing Identity and Access in Microsoft Azure 29 Identity and Access Management 31 Identifying Individuals in a System 31 Identifying and Assigning Roles in a System and to an Individual 32 Assigning Access Levels to Individuals or Groups 33 Adding, Removing, and Updating Individuals and Their Roles in a System 33 Protecting a System’s Sensitive Data and Securing the System 33 Enforcing Accountability 34 IAM in the Microsoft Azure Platform 34 Creating and Managing Azure AD Identities 34 Managing Azure AD Groups 37 Managing Azure Users 39 Adding Users to Your Azure AD 39 Managing External Identities Using Azure AD 40 Managing Secure Access Using Azure Active Directory 42 Implementing Conditional Access Policies, Including MFA 44 Implementing Azure AD Identity Protection 45 Enabling the Policies 47 Implement Passwordless Authentication 50 Configuring an Access Review 52 Managing Application Access 57 Integrating Single Sign- On and Identity Providers for Authentication 57 Creating an App Registration 58 Configuring App Registration Permission Scopes 58 Managing App Registration Permission Consent 59 Managing API Permission to Azure Subscriptions 60 Configuring an Authentication Method for a Service Principal 61 Managing Access Control 62 Interpret Role and Resource Permissions 62 Configuring Azure Role Permissions for Management Groups, Subscriptions, Resource Groups, and Resources 63 Assigning Built- In Azure AD Roles 64 Creating and Assigning Custom Roles, Including Azure Roles and Azure AD Roles 65 Summary 66 Exam Essentials 67 Review Questions 70 Chapter 3 Implementing Platform Protections 73 Implementing Advanced Network Security 75 Securing Connectivity of Hybrid Networks 75 Securing Connectivity of Virtual Networks 77 Creating and Configuring Azure Firewalls 78 Azure Firewall Premium 79 Creating and Configuring Azure Firewall Manager 82 Creating and Configuring Azure Application Gateway 82 Creating and Configuring Azure Front Door 87 Creating and Configuring a Web Application Firewall 91 Configuring Network Isolation for Web Apps and Azure Functions 93 Implementing Azure Service Endpoints 94 Implementing Azure Private Endpoints, Including Integrating with Other Services 97 Implementing Azure Private Link 98 Implementing Azure DDoS Protection 101 Configuring Enhanced Security for Compute 102 Configuring Azure Endpoint Protection for VMs 102 Enabling Update Management in Azure Portal 104 Configuring Security for Container Services 108 Managing Access to the Azure Container Registry 109 Configuring Security for Serverless Compute 109 Microsoft Recommendations 111 Configuring Security for an Azure App Service 112 Exam Essentials 118 Review Questions 122 Chapter 4 Managing Security Operations 125 Configure Centralized Policy Management 126 Configure a Custom Security Policy 126 Create Custom Security Policies 127 Creating a Policy Initiative 128 Configuring Security Settings and Auditing by Using Azure Policy 129 Configuring and Managing Threat Protection 130 Configuring Microsoft Defender for Cloud for Servers (Not Including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint) 131 Configuring Microsoft Defender for SQL 134 Using the Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool 139 Azure Monitor 147 Visualizations in Azure Monitor 148 Configuring and Managing Security Monitoring Solutions 149 Creating and Customizing Alert Rules by Using Azure Monitor 149 Configuring Diagnostic Logging and Retention Using Azure Monitor 157 Monitoring Security Logs Using Azure Monitor 159 Microsoft Sentinel 167 Configuring Connectors in Microsoft Sentinel 170 Evaluating Alerts and Incidents in Microsoft Sentinel 175 Summary 176 Exam Essentials 177 Review Questions 179 Chapter 5 Securing Data and Applications 183 Configuring Security for Storage in Azure 184 Storage Account Access Keys 185 Configuring Access Control for Storage Accounts 185 Configuring Storage Account Access Keys 189 Configuring Azure AD Authentication for Azure Storage and Azure Files 191 Configuring Delegated Access for Storage Accounts 202 Configuring Security for Databases 220 Summary 254 Exam Essentials 255 Review Questions 257 Appendix A An Azure Security Tools Overview 261 Chapter 2, “Managing Identity and Access on Microsoft Azure” 262 Azure Active Directory (AD) 262 Microsoft Authenticator App 265 Azure API Management 265 Chapter 3, “Implementing Platform Protections” 266 Azure Firewall 266 Azure Firewall Manager 267 Azure Application Gateway 269 Azure Front Door 273 Web Application Firewall 273 Azure Service Endpoints 274 Azure Private Links 274 Azure DDoS Protection 275 Microsoft Defender for Cloud 276 Azure Container Registry 277 Azure App Service 278 Chapter 4, “Managing Security Operations” 279 Azure Policy 279 Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool 281 Microsoft Sentinel 287 How Does Microsoft Sentinel Work? 289 Automation 290 Chapter 5, “Securing Data and Applications” 290 Azure Key Vault 299 Appendix B Answers to Review Questions 301 Chapter 1: Introduction to Microsoft Azure 302 Chapter 2: Managing Identity and Access in Microsoft Azure 303 Chapter 3: Implementing Platform Protections 304 Chapter 4: Managing Security Operations 305 Chapter 5: Securing Data and Applications 306 Index 309

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Book SynopsisPaul McFedries is a Microsoft Access and database expert and full-time technical writer. Paul has been authoring computer books since 1991 and has nearly 100 books to his credit, which combined have sold more than 4 million copies worldwide. His titles include the Microsoft Press Publishing book Formulas and Functions for Microsoft Excel 2019, the Que Publishing books My Office 2016, My Office for iPad, Windows 10 In Depth (with coauthor Brian Knittel), and PCs for Grownups, aswell as the Wiley Publishing books Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft Access and Teach Yourself VISUALLY Excel Data Analysis. Please drop by Paul's personal website at www.mcfedries.com or follow Paul on Twitter at twitter.com/paulmcf.Table of Contents 1 Manage databases Objective 1.1: Modify database structure Objective 1.2: Manage table relationships and keys Objective 1.3: Print and export data 2 Create and modify tables Objective 2.1: Create tables. Objective 2.2: Manage tables Objective 2.3: Manage table records Objective 2.4: Create and modify fields 3 Create and modify queries Objective 3.1: Create and run queries Objective 3.2: Modify queries 4 Modify forms in Layout view Objective 4.1: Configure form controls Objective 4.2: Format forms 5 Modify reports in Layout view Objective 5.1: Configure report controls Objective 5.2: Format reports

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Book Synopsis JOAN LAMBERT has worked closely with Microsoft technologies since 1986, and in the training and certification industry since 1997, guiding the translation of technical information and requirements into useful, relevant, and measurable resources for people who are seeking certification of their computer skills or who simply want to get things done efficiently. Joan is the author or coauthor of more than four dozen books about Windows and Office (for Windows, Mac, and iPad), six generations of Microsoft Office Specialist certification study guides, video-based training courses for SharePoint and OneNote, QuickStudy guides for Windows 10 and Office 2016, and GO! series books for Outlook. Joan is a Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Office Specialist Master (for all versions of Office since Office 2003), Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (for Windows and Windows Server), Microsoft Certified TechnologyTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 Manage Outlook settings and processes Objective 1.1: Customize Outlook settings Objective 1.2: Configure mail settings Objective 1.3: Perform search operations Objective 1.4: Print and save information Chapter 2 Manage messages Objective 2.1: Create messages Objective 2.2: Insert message content Objective 2.3: Organize and manage messages 3 Manage schedules Objective 3.1: Create and manage calendars Objective 3.2: Create appointments, meetings, and events Objective 3.3: Organize and manage appointments, meetings, and events 4 Manage contacts and tasks Objective 4.1: Create and manage contact records Objective 4.2: Create and manage contact groups Objective 4.3: Create and manage tasks

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Book SynopsisYURI DIOGENES, MSC has a Master of Science in cybersecurity intelligence and forensics investigation from UTICA College and is currently working on his PhD in Cybersecurity Leadership from Capitol Technology University. Yuri has been working at Microsoft since 2006; currently, he is a Principal PM Manager for the Customer Experience Engineering Defender for Cloud Team, where he manages a global team of product managers focusing on cloud security posture management and workload protection. Yuri has published more than 30 books, mostly about information security and Microsoft technologies. Yuri is also a professor at EC-Council University, teaching in the Bachelor in Cybersecurity Program. Yuri has an MBA and many IT/security industry certifications, such as CISSP, MITRE ATT&CK Cyber Threat Intelligence Certified, ECND, ECEH, ECTI, ECSA, ECHFI, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Network+, CASP, and CyberSec First Responder. You can follow Yuri on Twitter at @yuridiogenes. NICHOLAS DICOL

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-761–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of SQL Server 2016 Transact-SQL data management, queries, and database programming. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: • Filter, sort, join, aggregate, and modify data • Use subqueries, table expressions, grouping sets, and pivoting • Query temporal and non-relational data, and output XML or JSON • Create views, user-defined functions, and stored procedures • Implement error handling, transactions, data types, and nulls This Microsoft Exam Ref: • Organizes its coverage by exam objectives • Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you • Assumes you have experience working with SQL Server as a database administrator, system engineer, or developer • Includes downloadable sample database and code for SQL Server 2016 SP1 (or later) and Azure SQL Database Querying Data with Transact-SQL About the Exam Exam 70-761 focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and query data and to program databases with Transact-SQL in SQL Server 2016. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam earns you credit toward a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification that demonstrates your mastery of essential skills for building and implementing on-premises and cloud-based databases across organizations. Exam 70-762 (Developing SQL Databases) is also required for MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development certification. See full details at: microsoft.com/learningTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1 Manage data with Transact-SQL CHAPTER 2 Query data with advanced Transact-SQL components CHAPTER 3 Program databases by using Transact-SQL

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Book SynopsisDayne Sorvisto is a seasoned data engineer and technical author (MLOps Lifecycle Toolkit). Dayne has held senior technical positions including Staff Data Engineer, Software Developer, and Senior Machine Learning Engineer, and has a Master's degree in Pure Mathematics. You can connect with Dayne on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/daynesorvisto or visit his website wyattsolutions.co to learn more.

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-742-and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of Windows Server 2016 identity features and functionality. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: * Install and configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) * Manage and maintain AD DS * Create and manage Group Policy * Implement Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) * Implement identity federation and access solutions This Microsoft Exam Ref: * Organizes its coverage by exam objectives * Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you * Assumes you have experience working with Windows Server, Windows clients, and virtualization; are familiar with core networking technologies, and are aware of basic security best practicesTable of ContentsChapter 1 Install and configure Active Directory Domain Services Chapter 2 Manage and maintain AD DS Chapter 3 Create and manage Group Policy Chapter 4 Implement Active Directory Certificate Services Chapter 5 Implement identity federation and access solutions

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Book SynopsisAn administrator's guide to deploying, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring devices and client applications in an enterprise environment and passing Exam MD-100: Windows 10 easilyKey Features Equip yourself to earn the Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate certification Develop the skills needed to pass the Exam MD-100 and advance in your organization Learn to install Windows 10 operating systems and deploy and manage modern desktops and devices Book DescriptionMicrosoft Exam MD-100 Windows 10 Certification Guide offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the MD-100 exam, helping you take the exam with confidence, fully equipped to pass on the first attempt.Complete with a clear, succinct explanation of key concepts, self-assessment questions, tips, and mock exams with detailed answers, this MD-100 study guide covers different facets of upgrading and deploying Windows 10. You’ll learn how to manage devices and data, configure connectivity, troubleshoot OS and app problems, and secure and maintain Windows 10 with updates and recovery. You’ll also explore different Windows 10 editions and learn how to choose the best fit for your organization. This book will guide you in installing and configuring Windows 10 using different approaches. As you advance, you’ll get to grips with managing local users and groups in Windows 10 and learn how to establish connections via different networks, such as a LAN and WLAN/Wi-Fi.By the end of this book, you'll have covered everything you need to pass the MD-100 certification exam and become a Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate.What you will learn Deploy Windows 10 in a variety of ways Manage local users, groups, and devices Configure networking and remote connectivity Gain insights into Windows 10 maintenance Customize different Windows 10 features Become an expert at troubleshooting and recovery Get to grips with managing log files Monitor and manage Windows security Who this book is forThis book is for both experienced and novice IT administrators who work with deploying, configuring, securing, and monitoring devices. Anyone with a working knowledge of managing identity, access, policies, updates, and apps can take this exam. Although not necessary, experience with Microsoft 365 workloads, Windows 10 devices, and non-Windows devices will be helpful.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Deploying Windows 10 Upgrading Windows 10 Customizing and Configuring Windows 10 Managing Local Users, Groups and Devices Configuring Permissions and File access Configuring and Implementing Local Policies Securing Data and Applications Configuring Various Networks Configuring Remote Connectivity Understanding Troubleshooting and Recovery Managing Updates Managing Log Files Mock Exam (A and B)

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Book SynopsisCraig Zacker is the author or coauthor of dozens of books, manuals, articles, and websites on computer and networking topics. He has also been an English professor, a technical and copy editor, a network administrator, a webmaster, a corporate trainer, a technical support engineer, a minicomputer operator, a literature and philosophy student, a library clerk, a photographic darkroom technician, a shipping clerk, and a newspaper boy. He lives in a little house with his beautiful wife and a neurotic cat.Table of Contents1. Understand Cloud Concepts 2. Understand Core Microsoft 365 Services and Concepts 3. Understand Security, Compliance, Privacy, and Trust in Microsoft 365 4. Understand Microsoft 365 Pricing and Support

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents CHAPTER 1 Describe Artificial Intelligence workloads and considerations CHAPTER 2 Describe fundamental principles of machine learning on Azure CHAPTER 3 Describe features of computer vision workloads on Azure CHAPTER 4 Describe features of Natural Language Processing (NLP) workloads on Azure CHAPTER 5 Describe features of conversational AI workloads on Azure

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Book SynopsisYURI DIOGENES, MSC Yuri holds a Master of Science in cybersecurity intelligence and forensics investigation (UTICA College) and is the principal PM manager for the Microsoft CxE Microsoft Defender for Cloud Team, where he manages a team of PMs who are responsible for improving the product and helping customers deploy it. Yuri has been working for Microsoft since 2006 in different positions, including five years as a senior support escalation engineer for the CSS Forefront Edge Team. From 2011 to 2017, he was a member of Microsoft's content development team, where he also helped create the Azure Security Center content experience since its launch in 2016. Yuri has published 26 books, mostly about information security and Microsoft technologies. Yuri also holds an MBA and many IT/Security industry certifications, such as CISSP, ECND, ECEH, ECSA, ECHFI, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Cloud Essentials Certified, Mobility+, Network+, CASP, CyberSec First Responder, MCSE, and Table of Contents1. Manage identity and access 2. Implement platform protection 3. Manage security operations 4. Secure data and applications

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Book SynopsisDANIIL MASLYUK is an independent business intelligence consultant, trainer, and speaker who specializes in Microsoft Power BI. Daniil blogs at xxlbi.com and tweets as @DMaslyuk.Table of Contents1. Prepare the Data 2. Model the Data 3. Visualize the Data 4. Analyze the Data 5. Deploy and Maintain Deliverables

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Book SynopsisOrin Thomas is a Principal Hybrid Cloud Advocate at Microsoft and has written more than 40 books for Microsoft Press on topics including Windows Server, Windows Client, Azure, Hybrid Cloud, Microsoft 365, Office 365, System Center, Exchange Server, Security, and SQL Server. You can connect with him at https://aka.ms/orin.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Design and implement Microsoft 365 services Chapter 2: Manage user identity and roles Chapter 3: Manage access and authentication Chapter 4: Plan Office 365 workloads and applications

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Book SynopsisBRIAN SVIDERGOL designs and builds infrastructure, cloud, and hybrid solutions. He holds many industry certifications, including Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Cloud Platform and Infrastructure. Brian is the author of several books covering everything from on-premises infrastructure technologies to hybrid cloud environments. He has extensive real-world experience from startup organizations to large Fortune 500 companies on design, implementation, and migration projects. BOB CLEMENTS specializes in enterprise device management. He holds industry certifications relating to client manageability and administration for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Bob has an extensive background in designing, implementing, and supporting device-management solutions for private- and public-sector companies. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, writing, and exploring new technologies. CHARLES PLUTA is a technicTable of ContentsChapter 1 – Implement Modern Device Services Chapter 2 – Implement Microsoft 365 Security and Threat Management Chapter 3 – Manage Microsoft 365 Governance and Compliance

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Book SynopsisANDREW BETTANY was awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (Windows and Devices for IT) for 8 years before joining Microsoft. He is a loving dad, IT geek, training mentor and consultant, entrepreneur, and author. Andrew is recognized for his Windows expertise, and he is the author of many publications, including several Windows exam certification prep guides and Microsoft official training materials. He is the author of video training materials for LinkedIn Learning and Pluralsight. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer for 16 years, Andrew delivers learning and consultancy to businesses in many technical areas, including Microsoft 365, Azure, and Windows 10. He has co-founded the IT Masterclasses series of short, intensive technical courses (seewww.itmasterclasses.com), and he is passionate about helping others learn technology. He is a frequent speaker at Microsoft Ignite and other technical conferences worldwide. Andrew is active on social media and can be foTable of ContentsChapter 1: Deploy windows Chapter 2: Manage devices and data Chapter 3: Configure storage and connectivity Chapter 4: Maintain windows

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Book SynopsisANDREW BETTANY, MCT was awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (Windows and Devices for IT) for eight years before joining Microsoft. He is a loving dad, IT geek, training mentor and consultant, entrepreneur, and author. Andrew is recognized for his Windows expertise, and he is the author of many publications, including several Windows exam certification prep guides and Microsoft official training materials. He is the author of video training materials for LinkedIn Learning and Pluralsight. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer for 16 years, Andrew delivers learning and consultancy to businesses in many technical areas, including Azure, Windows 10, and Microsoft 365. He has co-founded the IT Masterclasses series of short, intensive technical courses (see www.itmasterclasses.com), and he is passionate about helping others learn technology. He is a frequent speaker at Microsoft Ignite and other technical conferences worldwide. Andrew is active on social media andTable of ContentsChapter 1: Deploy and update operating systems Chapter 2: Manage policies and profiles Chapter 3: Manage and protect devices Chapter 4: Manage apps and data

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-345—and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of Exchange Server 2016 planning, deployment, migration, management, and troubleshooting. Designed for experienced IT pros ready to advance their status, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSE level. Focus on the skills measured on the exam: Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot mailbox databases Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot client access services Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot transport services Plan, deploy, and manage an Exchange infrastructure, recipients, and security Plan, deploy, and manage compliance, archiving, eDiscovery, and auditing Implement and manage coexistence, hybrid scenarios, migration, and federation This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by the “Skills measured” posted on the exam webpage Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Provides exam preparation tips by top trainers Points to in-depth material by topic for exam candidates needing additional review Assumes you have experience designing and managing Exchange Server, and have responsibilities for Exchange Server 2016 messaging in an enterprise environment Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot mailbox databases Skill 1.1: Plan, deploy, and manage mailbox databases Skill 1.2: Plan, deploy, and manage high availability solutions for mailbox databases Skill 1.3: Plan, deploy, and manage a site-resilient Database Availability Group (DAG) Skill 1.4: Monitor and troubleshoot mailbox databases Skill 1.5: Plan, deploy, and manage backup and recovery solutions for mailbox databases. Chapter 2 Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot client access services Skill 2.1: Plan, deploy, and manage Client Access services Skill 2.2: Plan, deploy, and manage mobility solutions Skill 2.3: Plan, deploy, and manage load balancing Skill 2.4: Monitor and troubleshoot client connectivity Skill 2.5: Plan, deploy, and manage a site-resilient client access services solution Chapter 3 Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot transport services Skill 3.1: Plan, deploy, and manage transport services Skill 3.2: Troubleshoot and monitor transport services Skill 3.3: Plan, deploy, and manage message hygiene Skill 3.4: Plan, deploy, and manage site resilient transport services Chapter 4 Plan, deploy, and manage Exchange infrastructure, recipients, and security Skill 4.1: Plan and configure Active Directory Domain Services for Exchange and Organizational settings Skill 4.2: Create and configure mail-enabled objects Skill 4.3: Manage mail-enabled object permissions Skill 4.4: Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Role Based Access Control Skill 4.5: Plan an appropriate security strategy Skill 4.6: Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Chapter 5 Plan, deploy, and manage compliance, archiving, eDiscovery, and auditing 245 Skill 5.1: Plan and configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions Skill 5.2: Plan, configure, and manage Archiving and Message Records Management (MRM) Skill 5.3: Plan, configure, and perform eDiscovery Skill 5.4: Plan, configure, and manage a compliance solution Skill 5.5: Plan, manage, and use mailbox and administrative auditing Chapter 6 Implement and manage coexistence, hybrid scenarios, migration, and federation 295 Skill 6.1: Plan, deploy and troubleshoot coexistence with Office 365 (Exchange Online Skill 6.2: Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Exchange federation Skill 6.3: Plan, deploy, and troubleshoot on-premises coexistence with earlier supported versions of Exchange Skill 6.4: Migrate from earlier supported versions of Exchange

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-764—and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of skills for database administration. This exam is intended for database administrators charged with installation, maintenance, and configuration tasks. Their responsibilities also include setting up database systems, making sure those systems operate efficiently, and regularly storing, backing up, and securing data from unauthorized access. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: • Configure data access and auditing • Manage backup and restore of databases • Manage and monitor SQL Server instances • Manage high availability and disaster recovery This Microsoft Exam Ref: • Organizes its coverage by exam objectives • Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you • Assumes you have working knowledge of database installation, configuration, and maintenance tasks. You should also have experience with setting up database systems, ensuring those systems operate efficiently, regularly storing and backing up data, and securing data from unauthorized access. About the Exam Exam 70-764 focuses on skills and knowledge required for database administration. About Microsoft Certification Passing both Exam 70-764 and Exam 70-765 (Provisioning SQL Databases) earns you credit toward an MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration certification. See full details at: microsoft.com/learning Table of Contents 1. Configure Data Access and Auditing 2. Manage Backup and Restore of Databases 3. Manage and Monitor SQL Server Instances 4. Manage High Availability and Disaster Recovery

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-744–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of securing Windows Server 2016 environments. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSE level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: • Implement server hardening solutions • Secure a virtualization infrastructure • Secure a network infrastructure • Manage privileged identities • Implement threat detection solutions • Implement workload-specific security This Microsoft Exam Ref: • Organizes its coverage by exam objectives • Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you • Assumes you have experience as a Windows Server administrator and an understanding of basic networking and Hyper-V virtualization fundamentals, Active Directory Domain Services principles, and Windows Server security principlesTable of ContentsChapter 1: Implement server hardening solutions 1.1 Configure disk and file encryption 1.2 Implement server patching and updating solutions 1.3 Implement malware protection 1.4 Protect credentials 1.5 Create security baselines Chapter 2: Secure a virtualization infrastructure 2.1 Implement a Guarded Fabric solution 2.2 Implement Shielded and encryption-supported VMs Chapter 3: Secure a network infrastructure 3.1 Configure Windows Firewall 3.2 Implement a Software Defined Distributed Firewall 3.3 Secure network traffic Chapter 4: Manage privileged identities 4.1 Implement an Enhanced Security Administrative Environment (ESAE) administrative forest design approach 4.2 Implement Just-In-Time (JIT) Administration 4.3 Implement Just-Enough-Administration (JEA) 4.4 Implement Privileged Access Workstations (PAWs) and User Rights Assignments 4.5 Implement Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) Chapter 5: Implement threat detection solutions 5.1 Configure advanced audit policies 5.2 Install and configure Microsoft Advanced Threat Analytics (ATA) 5.3. Determine threat detection solutions using Operations Management Suite (OMS) Chapter 6: Implement workload-specific security 6.1 Secure application development and server workload infrastructure 6.2 Implement a secure file services infrastructure and Dynamic Access Control (DAC)

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-347--and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of the skills needed to help securely and efficiently provide Microsoft Office 365 services in any environment. Designed for experienced IT pros ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Manage clients and end-user devices Provision Microsoft SharePoint Online site collections Configure Microsoft Exchange Online and Skype for Business for end users Plan for Exchange Online and Skype for Business This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Provides exam preparation tips written by a top trainer, consultant, and sysadmin Assumes you have experience with the Office 365 Admin Center and an understanding of Exchange Online, Skype for Business, SharePoint Online, Office 365 ProPlus, and Microsoft Azure Active Directory Table of ContentsChapter 1:Manage clients and end-user devices• Manage user-driven client deployments• Manage IT deployments of Office 365 ProPlus• Set up telemetry and reporting• Plan for Office clients Chapter 2: Provision SharePoint Online site collections• Configure external user sharing• Create SharePoint site collection• Plan a collaboration solution Chapter 3:Configure Exchange Online and Skype Online for end users• Configure additional e-mail addresses for users• Create and manage external contacts, resources and groups• Configure personal archive policies• Configure Skype for Business Online end-user communication settings Chapter 4:Plan for Exchange Online and Skype for Business Online• Manage anti-malware and anti-spam policies• Recommend a mailbox migration strategy• Plan for Exchange Online• Manage Skype for Business

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Microsoft Exam 70-346, and demonstrate your real-world mastery of the skills needed to provision, manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Microsoft Office 365 identities and cloud services. Designed for experienced IT pros ready to advance their status, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. The new Second Edition reflects all updated exam topics released by Microsoft through mid-2017. It covers the expertise measured by the following objectives: Provision Office 365 Plan and implement networking and security in Office 365 Manage cloud identities Implement and manage identities by using DirSync Implement and manage Federated Identities single sign on Monitor and troubleshoot Office 365 availability and usage Microsoft Exam Ref publications stand apart from third-party study guides because they: Provide guidance from Microsoft, the creator of Microsoft certification exams Target IT professional-level exam candidates with content focused on their needs, not "one-size-fits-all content Streamline study by organizing material according to the exam’s objective domain (OD), covering one functional group and its objectives in each chapter Feature Thought Experiments to guide candidates through a set of "what if?" scenarios, and prepare them more effectively for Pro-level style exam questions Explore big picture thinking around the planning and design aspects of the IT pro’s job role See full details about Exam 70-346 at: microsoft.com/learningTable of ContentsChapter 1 Provision Office 365 Skill 1.1: Provision tenants Skill 1.2: Add and configure custom domains Skill 1.3: Plan a pilot Chapter 2 Plan and Implement Networking and Security in Office 365 Skill 2.1: Configure DNS records for services Skill 2.2: Enable client connectivity to Office 365 Skill 2.3: Administer Microsoft Azure Rights Management Skill 2.4: Manage administrator roles in Office Chapter 3 Manage cloud identities Skill 3.1: Configure password management Skill 3.2: Manage user and security groups Skill 3.3: Manage cloud identities with Windows PowerShell Chapter 4 Implement and manage identities by using Azure AD Connect Skill 4.1: Prepare on-premises Active Directory for Azure AD Connect Skill 4.2: Set up Azure AD Connect Skill 4.3: Manage Active Directory users and groups with Azure AD Connect in place Chapter 5 Implement and manage federated identities single sign on Skill 5.1: Plan requirements for Active Directory Federation Services Skill 5.2: Install and manage AD FS Servers Skill 5.3: Install and manage AD FS Proxy Servers Chapter 6 Monitor and troubleshoot Office 365 availability and usage Skill 6.1: Analyze reports Skill 6.2: Monitor service health Skill 6.3: Isolate service interruption

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Book SynopsisGain the knowledge and skills needed to become a certified Microsoft Power BI data analyst and get the most out of Power BIKey Features Get the skills you need to pass the PL-300 certification exam with confidence Create and maintain robust reports and dashboards to enable a data-driven enterprise Test your new BI skills with the help of practice questions Book DescriptionMicrosoft Power BI enables organizations to create a data-driven culture with business intelligence for all. This guide to achieving the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification will help you take control of your organization's data and pass the exam with confidence.From getting started with Power BI to connecting to data sources, including files, databases, cloud services, and SaaS providers, to using Power BI's built-in tools to build data models and produce visualizations, this book will walk you through everything from setup to preparing for the certification exam. Throughout the chapters, you'll get detailed explanations and learn how to analyze your data, prepare it for consumption by business users, and maintain an enterprise environment in a secure and efficient way.By the end of this book, you'll be able to create and maintain robust reports and dashboards, enabling you to manage a data-driven enterprise, and be ready to take the PL-300 exam with confidence.What you will learn Connect to and prepare data from a variety of sources Clean, transform, and shape your data for analysis Create data models that enable insight creation Analyze data using Microsoft Power BI's capabilities Create visualizations to make analysis easier Discover how to deploy and manage Microsoft Power BI assets Who this book is forThis book is for data analysts and BI professionals who want to become more competent in Microsoft Power BI. Although the content in this book will help you pass the PL-300 exam, there are plenty of other practical applications beyond exam preparation in the chapters. No prior experience with Power BI is needed.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Overview of Power BI and the PL-300 Exam Connecting to Data Sources Profiling the Data Cleansing, Transforming, and Shaping Data Designing a Data Model Using Data Model Advanced Features Creating Measures Using DAX Optimizing Model Performance Creating Reports Creating Dashboards Enhancing Reports Exposing Insights from Data Performing Advanced Analytics Managing Workspaces Managing Datasets Practice Exams

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