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Exam 70-659: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization Jump Start This 1-day online accelerated Jump Start training presents fundamentals and skills necessary to pass Exam 70-659: TS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization, and thereby earn a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS...
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The cloud is coming and you need to get ready for it!!!! According to IDC Predictions 2011** "80% of new software will be available as cloud services; by 2014, over one-third of software purchases will be delivered through the cloud." That being the case, whether you’re a...
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My Microsoft Certification Exam Taking Methodology….. for what its worth :-)
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I was at a user group meeting last night and the topic of certification came up. I mentioned I had a post where I discussed how I approached taking Microsoft certification exams. After the meeting I searched my blog for the post and realized that it wasn’t easy to find as it was part...
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New Horizons Offer for Microsoft Partners to Get Certified to Meet Requirements of the Microsoft Partner Program
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Many Microsoft Partners have to get more of their staff certified on MS products to meet the new higher requirements of the Microsoft Partner Program. Our friends at New Horizons (Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions) just put this great offer together to help fellow partners build the...
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If you've been deploying Windows 7 and Office 2010 with Microsoft tools like the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit and the Windows Automated Installation Kit for Windows 7 then you've probably picked up enough experience and knowledge to take this new certification exam, Exam 70-681: TS: Windows 7 and Office...
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New Microsoft Certification for Students: Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) available today!
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Microsoft Certifications have helped many professionals start and advance their careers in the IT Industry. We wanted to offer students a similar ‘career springboard’ and today we proudly announce our first official certification designed specifically for students: the Microsoft Technology...
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If you’re looking at catching up on your certifications, this is a deal you might not want to miss. Until December 31st 2009, or while supplies last, you can get up to 25% off Microsoft certification exams. For a full listing of exams that have 15%, 20% or 25% off click HERE or on the image...
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If you’re interested in certification and Windows 7 then you’ll probably be interested in this exam. I was one of the fortunate ones to be able to take the beta exam back in May. If any of you have ever taken a beta exam, you know they’re quite long and you do not get the instant gratification, or disappointment...
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I know many of you are interested in keeping your certification up-to-date. What better way to do this than to take the Windows 7 beta exam and be one of the first to get certified in Windows 7!!! Registration doesn’t open up until April 27th and the exam period runs: May 5, 2009– May 18, 2009. ...
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Fun and certification? An oxymoron? Not at all!!!! Are you looking to test your expertise? If you’re an IT pro or a developer considering certification, or if you simply want to sharpen your skills, then you may be interested in checking out “Are You Certifiable?”, a new online...
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Are you interested in Microsoft Certifications but aren't sure where to start? Then you might want to join us for one of these Certification 101 webcasts. Who's the Audience? IT Professionals, developers who think they might like to get certified, but aren't sure it's right for them and/or aren...
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I thought in the current economic climate this article has some good pointers, although I'm not sure I'd agree with all of them. I'd like to add some other steps you might want to take if you're a Microsoft Technologist: KNOWLEDGE: Have you updated your knowledge to latest release of whatever you...
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The latest System Center Beta exam has been announced and registration will start on September 23, 2008. Exam period runs from September 30, 2008– October 24, 2008. This is a great opportunity to test your knowledge and get certified on this member of System Center family. For...
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Another SQL 2008 Beta Exam: 71-433 TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Database Development
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Are you a SQL Server 2008 database developer? Then you might want to look at taking this beta exam. Registration opens up September 19th and the actuall exams must be taken between September 22, 2008– October 10, 2008. Go to the Beta Announcements blog for more details!...
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Time to take the Beta Exam: 71-653 TS Windows Small Business Server 2008, Configuring!!
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Yes folks!! Another beta exam opportunity!!! If you're an SBS specialist and want to get a head start on your peers, then take the Windows Small Business Server 2008, Configuring beta exam. What do I need to know for this exam? Go to http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/Exams/70-653.aspx...
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Are you a SQL Server 2008 BI guru??? Then you need to take this new Beta Exam!!
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Yeah, I'm pushing certification again, although in this case I won't be taking the exam as I am so not a SQL guru. But if YOU are and you want to test your skills, as well as help guide the resulting final exam, then show your worth and take this beta exam. Sign-up before September 10th, 2008!!! You...
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MS Press Self-Paced Training Kits to help you get your MCTS and MCITP Certifications
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I did a post last week about the NEW MCTS and MCITP Certifications. It occurred to me that you might want to know what MS Press books are available to help you prepare for the tests. Just click on the book icons below to get on the specific training kit. And the big daddy of them all, the complete...
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Time to Upgrade your MCSE to the new MCITP Certifications
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If you're currently an MCSE on Windows Server 2003 and like to keep up-to-date on your certification you should look at the NEW certifications available from Microsoft. If you're already an MCSE 2003 you only need to take this exam: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008 ....
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Interested in whats on the horizon for System Center Certifications?? Sign-up for one of these webcasts!!!
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For those of you that manage IT infrastructure and want to maintain your certification in the Systems Management area, register for one of these webcasts (same webcast, different times) that discuss the future System Center certifications. Session 1: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 7:30 AM Pacific Time...
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Windows Server 2008 Upgrade Exams available at the end of October
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It’s time to get ready to update your certifications to Windows Server 2008. The upgrade exams will be available on October 29, 2007. Listed below are the topics covered in the exam. If you want more drill down into the topics go to Exam 70-648: Upgrading Your MCSA on Windows Server 2003 to Windows...
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Windows Server 2000 exams retiring March 31, 2008
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On the subject of getting yourself ready to the "Longhorn" Server upgrade exams, if you're already Windows Server 2000 certified your best path to "Longhorn" certification is to take the upgrade exams to get you to Windows Server 2003. Exam 70-292: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft...
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Longhorn Certification is coming soon!!! Get a jumpstart on it!!!
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Are you Windows Server 2003 cetrtified yet? What are you waiting for?? Get certified on Windows Server 2003 by June 30th, 2007 you'll be able to get a 40% savings voucher for the Longhorn Upgrade Exam!!! Need help getting certified by June 30th? Go here for Information and training offers to help...
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