9 questions about 70-640 preparation

1.To be sucessful in Exam 70-640 ,we must know what is  the relative weight of each major topic area on the exam.So ,the second question is What is the guideline for 70-640 ?or what technical tasks we should accomplish in the exams ?
(the percentages indicate the relative weight)
a. Configuring Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory (16 percent)
b.Configuring the Active Directory infrastructure (25 percent)
c.Configuring additional Active Directory server roles (9 percent)
d.Creating and maintaining Active Directory objects (24 percent)
e.Maintaining the Active Directory environment (13 percent)
f.Configuring Active Directory Certificate Services (13 percent)
 
2.when we prepare 70-640, we should know what is the  pre-requisite for taking the test 70-640? The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) on Windows Server 2008 is appropriate for you if you are working or want to work in a typically complex computing environment of medium-to-large organizations. There are no specific prerequisites for  this test, although it is recommended that you should have at least one year of experience .The MCTS candidate should have a minimum of one year of experience in implementing and administering a network operating system in an environment that includes 250 and more users, three or more physical locations, and three or more domain controllers.
3. What is the best materials for  Server 2008  exam 70-640,such as books ,training courses ?
Personally ,I recommend the three books below:
MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-640): Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active Directory
MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-643, 70-647): Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator Core Requirements
MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-646): Server Administrator Core RequirementsOf course ,some 70-640 braindumps or free resources site can provide the materials for free ,and you can free download the microsoft ebooks from those sites ,if you prefer ebook  or pdf to the papers .
4.When I apply for the 70-640,in my opinion ,the most important problem is the type of 70-640 exam, which matters most for my grade !
Q. How many questions are asked in the exam?
A. You will be required to attempt approximately 55 questions.
Q. What is the duration of the exam?
A. Users are required to attempt all questions in 120 minutes.
Q. Which type of the exam is it?
A. This test consists of Multiple Choice, Hot Area, Drag and Drop, Build list and reorder, and Build a Tree questions. The test can be adaptive, and simulation questions might be asked. There are no Case study type questions.
5..The biggest concern of the candidate for MCTS :70-640 ,might be What is the passing score for 70-640?
You need a score of 700 out of 1000 to pass the exam.
6.Where can the test 70-640 be taken?
 Microsoft exams may be taken at Prometric testing facilities.
7.I think each candidate for 70-640 will pay attention to the question that what is the cost for MCTS 70-640 or what is the 70-640 fee?
It depends on the region and country.The net price in American NewYork for taking test 70-640 is US$125.And In England ,It is 88 pounds ,In Brazil ,It is 80$. The net price does not include applicable taxes, vouchers, promotions or membership discounts you may have.Also you can the find cheaper vouchers for the exams from vendors that we will have a  chance to obtain a Prometric Voucher Number to enjoy a 20% special discount .The exam is subsidized in India and China. The net price for taking test 70-640 in India and China is US$50.
8.Unfortunately ,we could not pass the exam the first time  ,what is second shot or 2nd chance for 70-640 ? What is the exam retake policy?
We can retake 70-640 at any time when we don’t pass it the first time . If you do not achieve a passing score the second time, you must wait at least 14 days to retake the test a third time. A 14-day waiting period will be imposed for all subsequent exam retakes. If you have passed the exam, you cannot take it again.
9.when  we sucessufully pass 70-640 : TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring, we will complete the requirements for the following certification(s):
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration ,So ,if we want to go further for the certification ,what certification we can go forward ? There are two following certifications the exam counts as credit toward :
1.Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Enterprise Administrator
2.Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator