The 070-742 exam leads to the MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification, a Associate-level credential from Microsoft. It validates the skills measured by the Microsoft Identity with Windows Server 2016 syllabus and is a recognized step for IT professionals building their careers, and it sits alongside related credentials such as 70-740 Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016, 70-741 Networking with Windows Server 2016.

The Microsoft Identity with Windows Server 2016 exam includes 40-60 questions and gives you 120 minutes to complete them. That works out to a fairly tight pace, so reading each question carefully but decisively matters more than perfectionism. If a question stalls you, flag it and move on; banking the easier points first keeps time pressure from snowballing near the end. Before test day, run at least one full timed session with the Exam4PDF practice test so the rhythm feels familiar rather than rushed.

You need 700 / 70% to pass the 070-742 exam, and the official registration fee is USD 165. Keep in mind that a failed attempt means paying the full fee again to retake the exam, so it pays to be honest with yourself before booking a seat. A practical benchmark: work through the 286 practice questions at Exam4PDF until you can score comfortably above the passing line in timed mode, then schedule your exam.

No mandatory prerequisites; recommended experience with Windows Server 2016 administration; one of three exams required for MCSA: Windows Server 2016 Because Microsoft may adjust its policies over time, we recommend confirming the latest requirements on the official exam page (official exam page) before you register.

You can sign up for the Microsoft Identity with Windows Server 2016 exam through any of the official registration channels below:

• Microsoft Exam Registration
• Pearson VUE

As for how the exam is delivered: Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE centers or online proctored (before retirement).

Microsoft suggests the following training options for candidates preparing for Microsoft Identity with Windows Server 2016:

• Microsoft Official Course 20742
• Microsoft Learn Self-Paced Training

Formal training is a solid foundation, and pairing it with the 286 practice questions from Exam4PDF helps you turn that knowledge into exam-day confidence.

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The Microsoft Identity with Windows Server 2016 syllabus is divided into 5 main domains, including Create and Manage Group Policy (25-30%), Implement Identity Federation and Access Solutions (15-20%), Manage and Maintain AD DS (15-20%). Each domain carries a different share of the total score, so knowing where the weight sits helps you allocate your study time wisely. You will find the complete, up-to-date outline in the Exam Topics section above.