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Exam 70-557:

TS: Microsoft Forefront Client and Server, Configuring

Published:October 05, 2007
Language(s):English, Japanese
Audience(s):IT Professionals
Technology:Microsoft Forefront Client Security
Type:Proctored Exam
About this ExamThis exam is for IT professionals who work in mid-sized to large computing environments and who are deploying and using Microsoft Forefront technologies. This exam focuses on Forefront Client Security, Forefront Server Security, and Forefront Edge Security. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in desktop administration and Microsoft Windows server administration as well as knowledge of malicious software (malware), anti-virus software, and spam protection software.Typical tasks include deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting each Forefront product. Candidates should have a good understanding of general security concepts.
Audience Profile
This exam is for IT professionals who work in mid-sized to large computing environments and who are deploying and using Microsoft Forefront technologies. This exam focuses on Forefront Client Security, Forefront Server Security, and Forefront Edge Security. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in desktop administration and Microsoft Windows server administration as well as knowledge of malicious software (malware), anti-virus software, and spam protection software.
Typical tasks include deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting each Forefront product. Candidates should have a good understanding of general security concepts.
Typical work environments have the following characteristics:
  • Supported users range from 250 to 50,000
  • Multiple physical locations
The typical candidate should have knowledge of the following products and technologies:
  • Active Directory
  • Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2005
  • Microsoft Operations Manager
  • Microsoft Exchange Server 2007
  • Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007
  • Microsoft Live Communication Server
  • Instant Messenger security
Credit Toward CertificationWhen you pass Exam 70-557: TS: Microsoft Forefront Client and Server, Configuring, you complete the requirements for the following certification(s):
  • Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft Forefront Client and Server – Configuration
Exam 70-557: TS: Microsoft Forefront Client and Server, Configuring: counts as credit toward the following certification(s):
Note This preparation guide is subject to change at any time without prior notice and at the sole discretion of Microsoft. Microsoft exams might include adaptive testing technology and simulation items. Microsoft does not identify the format in which exams are presented. Please use this preparation guide to prepare for the exam, regardless of its format.
Skills Being MeasuredThis exam measures your ability to accomplish the technical tasks listed below.The percentages indicate the relative weight of each major topic area on the exam.
Deploying Client Agents and Policies
  • Deploy client agents and policies.
  • Configure server products.
  • Maintain the infrastructure of the client and server.
  • Review status and activity.
Configuring Server Products
  • Deploy a Forefront client.
  • Create a Forefront Client Security (FCS) policy.
  • Deploy an FCS policy.
  • Configure FCS updates.
  • Customize notification messages and admin notifications.
  • Configure reporting services.
  • Enable clients to download updates outside a corporate network.
Maintaining the Infrastructure of the Client and Server
  • Configure definition and engine updates for server products.
  • Configure settings for server products.
  • Deploy templates to multiple servers.
  • Customize notification messages and admin notifications.
Monitoring Protection Status and Activity
  • Configure default actions.
  • Configure file-blocking rules.
  • Configure a manual scan.
  • Configure an ad hoc update of engines and signature files.
  • Optimize the performance of scan engines.
  • Troubleshoot issues by using default installation log files and operation log files.
Preparation Tools and ResourcesTo help you prepare for this exam, Microsoft Learning recommends that you have hands-on experience with the product and that you use the following training resources. These training resources do not necessarily cover all of the topics listed in the "Skills Measured" tab.
Classroom Training There is no classroom training currently available.
Microsoft E-Learning There is no Microsoft E-Learning training currently available.
Microsoft Press Books There are no Microsoft Press books currently available.
Practice Tests
Microsoft Online Resources
  • Product information: Visit the Microsoft Forefront Web site for detailed product information.
  • Microsoft Learning Community: Join newsgroups and visit community forums to connect with peers for suggestions on training resources and advice on your certification path and studies.
  • TechNet: Designed for IT professionals, this site includes how-to instructions, best practices, downloads, technical resources, newsgroups, and chats.
  • MSDN: Designed for developers, the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) features code samples, technical articles, downloads, newsgroups, and chats.
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