The book is a very easy read with smooth flowing dialogue and it introduces you to the new concepts within Microsoft’s new environment in a clear and friendly manner.
I think this book would be an ideal starting point for anyone of any level to start preparing for the new certification path (MCP, MCSA & MCSE). This was the first Mike Meyers book I have used as a study guide and unlike the Coriolis Group publications there is no preamble on the joys of test taking, you are into the lesson within the first five pages, I didn't put the book down until I had read it cover to cover.
A thoroughly enjoyable read covering the 70-270 exam prerequisites step for step and providing a solid foundation for learning to operate and support XP, this book alone will not prepare you for the Microsoft way of taking exams, the questions in the book are very friendly and not really to exam spec (there is a wealth of websites with sample questions to help with that!) Anyone with experience of 70-210 (2K Pro) or 70-215 (2K Server) will find this an easy exam, there are many similarities in the questions but there is a wealth of new features to learn for XP.
Paul; MCSA, MCSEx2, CCSA