As 2010 comes to a close, I wanted to share a few more answers to your questions that I was able to track down.
Q: Will there be an different self-study book for 70-659 other than 'use the one for 70-652? A: (provided by Jeff Koch) No self-study book for 70-659 is planned.
Q: Will there be an different self-study book for 70-659 other than 'use the one for 70-652?
A: (provided by Jeff Koch) No self-study book for 70-659 is planned.
Q: When will the TKs and Windows Server 2008 books be updated with information related to Windows Server 2008 R2?
A: (provided by Jeff Koch) All of the books are currently being updated to R2 with the exception of the 648/649 upgrade combo book, which wasn’t affected by the R2 updates. The remaining 2008 TKs should be shipping around the end of June 2011.
Q: Do we give out VMs in the TKs or is it trial software?
A: (provided by Jeff Koch) Nothing like this is shipped with books, but we do include instructions for people to set up their own VMs/systems for labs covered in the books. In the past, we have included trial software, but I don't believe that we do anymore as everything is so readily available through the Microsoft download site.
Q: Any estimated dates / quarters for 70-162?
A: (provided by J Seymour) Beta should happen in March (be sure that you update your SME profile (or create one) if you want to participate in the beta!). The exam should be live in May.
Q: I'm surprised no TMG exam will be developed. There have been exams for each version of ISA since it was still called Proxy Server. The recent added functionlity to TMG would - in my opinion - warrant a new exam. Is this a clue as to the demise of TMG (in favor of UAG)?
A: (provided by J Seymour) The TMG exam (as well as the FIM/UAG and the RMS exams) were canceled due to BG funding reprioritization. At this time there are no plans to make a new TMG exam.
Q: About a year or two again, Prometric use to have this crazy (after discount code) price for an exam, $25. Will they ever be doing that again?
A: (provided by Ken Rosen) Never say never but not likely. Keep watching Born to Learn, though, because we announce significant promotions that readers will likely benefit from here.
Q: Whatever happen to those contests, answer some questions (not easy by any means), get them right, get a free voucher?
A: (I'm answering this one) I'm guessing that this is a reference to the contests that we did around the release of Windows 7 (I posted old Windows questions and the first person responding with the correct answer recieved a voucher.) Nothing is currently planned, but we usually have these ideas on the spur of the moment. So, to steal a little from the answer answer above, keep watching Born to Learn because if do something like this again, it will be on this blog.
The only question (unless you submit some more--please do!) outstanding is this one: When is my "MCTS - Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deployment - Charter Member" certificate going to show as that instead of "Windows 7, Deployment - Charter Member"? I know that this is being investigated to determine when the correction will take effect. I'll let you know when I get the answer.
You can now happily ring in the new year knowing that I continue to search for answers to your questions. By the way, keeping asking your questions. I'm learning a lot in the process!
Wishing you all the best in 2011!
Whichever holiday you celebrate, and however you observe it—may yours be filled with peace, joy, and good will; and may the new year be one of good health, prosperity, and always learning.
Happy holidays from the staff of Born to Learn!
Thanks for all the great questions to the original post! I did have to use other people's brains to answer most of the questions, though, and am still waiting for answers to some of the questions. Here's what I (well, "we" may be more appropriate) can answer now. Note that I modified your questions a bit for conciseness in this post; if I changed the intent of your question, let me know. I will find an answer and tell you what I can!
Q: Is Microsoft making plans to completely move away from the multiple choice/selection based exams to more exams of the 'virtual lab' type? If so, when do you expect this to happen? Will there be more exams like 83-640?
A: The one question I can answer! As some of you know, we had some delivery problems with lab based exams in some parts of the world. As a result, we decided to remove these items from market while investigating root causes and identified solutions. We are pilot testing the use of this item type on a smaller scale as we make improvements and re-evaluate the scalability (i.e., ability to deliver worldwide) of these item types. To learn more about this decision, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/exam-dev-release.aspx#tab4
We are exploring other item types that will increase the real world/relevance of our exams. Some of these item types include other forms of performance based testing, while others are variations of item types that we use today. I don't want to let the cat out of the bag, but I promise some fun (psychometrically speaking) stuff is on the horizon. I'll be blogging about that soon!
By the way, one of the people asking about 83-640 mentioned a learning disability that prevented him from finishing the exam in the time allotted. Microsoft is dedicated to developing technology that is usable by and accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. If you are unable to take a Microsoft Certification exam, either using standard testing equipment or within the standard exam duration, the Microsoft Certification program is committed to making all reasonable efforts to accommodate you. To learn more, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/exam-policies.aspx#tab5
A: (Provided by Joe Sack) Regarding the new format, the only program to have this announced change is the Microsoft Certified Master: SQL Server 2008 program. The Advanced Certifications program will certainly keep track of the success of this new program; however, any potential future changes to other programs will be based on the needs of that particular program and also the needs of that particular product community (including customer & partner feedback).
Q: I've been staring and comparing at the differences between the MCSA Security and the MCSE (standard) tracks, trying to determine which to go for next. In the MCSA Security Track, you can use 70-299 "Implementing and Administering Security" in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network but not 70-298 "Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network" as an elective. In the MCSE (standard) track you can use 70-298 but not 70-299 for the design core component. Why are you not be able to use 70-298 in the MCSA Security Track?
A: (Provided by J Seymour) 70-298 is a design exam while 70-299 is focused on security implementation and administration; as a result, 70-299 cannot be used to meet the design requirement for the standard MSCE track. Because design is considered a higher level task than implementation/administration, 70-298 is a more appropriate for the MCSE credential, which is considered a higher level certification, than it is for the MCSA Security credential, which is a lower level certification focused on administration (so an administration exam makes more sense for a certification focused on administration). Both 298 and 299 could be used for MCSE Security (one required, one as an elective).
Q: Are there books in the works to cover the Server 2008 R2 question additions in the 70-640 series exams?
A: (Provided by J Seymour) Windows Server 2008 courseware has been updated for R2, and books are in process of being updated and/or written to cover this new functionality.
Q: What is the status of the virtualized exams, will they be coming back?
A: (Provided by J Seymour) The Virtualization Administrator TK bundle as well as the individual exams (659/669/693) are available. Prep guides and associated learning materials can be found here:
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/Exam.aspx?ID=70-659&locale=en-us
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/Exam.aspx?ID=70-669&locale=en-us
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/Exam.aspx?ID=70-693&locale=en-us
To learn more about the virtualization certification, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/cert-virtualization.aspx
Q: Is there any news about the delayed/cancelled exam for Forefront Threat Management Gateway?
A: (Provided by J Seymour) We will not be developing this exam. We are developing a Forefront exam (70-162) that covers FEP, FPE, FPSP instead.
Q: Can you give us any news about 70-402 PRO: Microsoft System Center, Data Center Administrator and 70-404 TS: System Center Service Manager 2010, Configuring? They have been listed on the Partner sites forever, but all I get is silence when I ask about them.
A: (Provided by J Seymour) We are currently planning to beging development on the System Center learning products in the first half of 2011.
Q: Will training books soon contain virtual machines on DVD with the right configuration? When I train for an exam, I review the prep guide, and try to perform the tasks. Or, if I read a book I try to do the tasks as I read about them, but I spend a lot of time downloading software.
A: (Provided by J Seymour) We occassionally include VMs in books, but licensing is a huge issue. Trial software has to be used, or you're buying the OS. Keep in mind that our exams are intended to validate real skills. The absolute best way to study for an exam is to download the software and play with it even if it takes time to download it. It's great that you downloaded and installed systems center! That's what you should do! Keep playing with it, and take the test!
If I didn't answer your question here, I'm still looking for an answer. I'll post a follow up with those answers in the new year. See, I really do want to know what's on your mind and will find the answers to your questions. So ask away! What other questions do you have?
Happy Holidays from all of Microsoft Learning!
You are invited to take beta exam 71-665: PRO: Microsoft Lync Server 2010, Administrator. If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form.
By participating in beta exams, you have the opportunity to provide the Microsoft Certification program with feedback about exam content, which is integral to development of exams in their released version. We depend on the contributions of experienced IT professionals and developers as we continually improve exam content and maintain the value of Microsoft certifications.
71-665: PRO: Microsoft Lync Server 2010, Administrator counts as credit towards the following certification(s).
· MCITP: Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Administrator
Availability
Registration begins December 20.
Beta exam period runs: December 30, 2010 – January 20, 2010
Receiving this invitation does not guarantee you a seat in the beta. We recommend that you register immediately. Beta exams have limited availability and are operated under a first-come-first-served basis. Once all beta slots are filled, no additional seats will be offered.
Testing is held at Prometric testing centers worldwide, although this exam may not be available in all countries (see Regional Restrictions). All testing centers will have the capability to offer this exam in its live version.
Regional Restrictions: India, Pakistan, China
Registration Information
You must register at least 24 hours prior to taking the exam.Please use the following promotional codes when registering for the exam: UCPROJ
Receiving this invitation does not guarantee you a seat in the beta. We recommend that you register immediately.
To register in North America, please call:
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Prometric: (800) 755-EXAM (800-755-3926)
Outside the U.S./Canada, please contact:
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Test Information and Support
You are invited to take this beta exam at no charge.You will be given four hours to complete the beta exam. Please plan accordingly.Find exam preparation information: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-665
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find answers to Frequently Asked Questions about beta exams here:
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/exam-dev-release.aspx#tab2
For Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) help and information, you may log in to the MCP Web site at http://mcp.microsoft.com/ or contact your Regional Service Center: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/help/assisted-support.aspx
Every year college students take a couple of weeks off to relax, watch football and spend time with family. While all of those activities are important, you can also dedicate some time to advancing your career. A couple of weeks may not seem like a lot of time to make relevant career progress, but small steps can make a big difference.
Build a website for yourself – In the current economy where there is a surplus of potential employees and a deficit of open jobs, the first thing an employer will do to sort through applicants is plug your name into a search engine. If the first result is an attractive online portfolio showcasing your work, then you will increase your chance of getting in for an interview. This is especially important as an aspiring IT professional, where a substantive website is a showcase of your core capabilities. Additionally, as you put yourself out there on social networks, you need to have one central hub to direct traffic, which assures continuity between your accounts across the social web.
Social network with a purpose – Social networks are not just for photo sharing and status updates. Social networks act as a way to connect with potential employers and colleagues, and to demonstrate your level of engagement related to IT topics, such as Microsoft TechNet forums. Be sure to read and re-read your posts to make sure that what you are posting is accurate, appropriate and grammatically accurate. This shows attention to detail that all employers are looking for.
Love it or hate it, Twitter allows you to share publicly your interests and your level of expertise is on a given topic. For example, if you are an expert in Windows Phone 7 developing, you can join discussions and answer questions on Twitter. When potential employers look at your Twitter handle, they will see your active involvement in these conversations. It also demonstrates a level of dedication to the industry and a passion for IT that is valuable to all potential employers.
Land a freelance gig – Freelance work may not be as glamorous as working with a Fortune 500 company, but it carries many benefits. First, you get relevant work experience while not having to sign on for a long-term commitment. This is perfect for the short-term break between semesters. Second, freelance work demonstrates to potential full-time employers that you are proactive and resourceful. There are many resources you can tap to find freelance gigs, including localized classified ad sites like Craigslist.org, or freelance-specific ones like Guru.com or RentACoder.com. Most IT-specific job search sites such as Dice.com also have pages dedicated to freelance jobs currently available.
What else are you doing during the break between semesters to help advance your career?
Microsoft User Research would like to hear from Microsoft Certified Professionals across the nation in an upcoming research study. If you’ve received your latest certification in the past four years, this would be a great opportunity to share your experiences and ideas with Microsoft usability researchers and help make the Microsoft Certified Professional website more valuable and easier to use.
This study will be one hour long, and will be held over the internet and telephone. Study sessions can be chosen any day between Tuesday, January 18 and Friday, January 21. And in appreciation for your time, you’ll be offer you a choice of Microsoft hardware, software or games, with a value ranging from $49 to $999.
If you’re interested, please respond with the following information in an email titled “MCP” to uccoord@microsoft.com
1.) Name & Phone Number
2.) Job Title & Company
3.) City & State
4.) Do you have a Microsoft certification? Which one(s)?
5.) When did you receive your latest Microsoft certification?
6.) On a scale from 1-7 (1 = not interested and 7 = extremely interested) how interested are you in obtaining additional Microsoft certifications?
To enroll in future Microsoft User Research studies specifically for IT professionals, please visit http://www.microsoft.com/usability/itpro.htm
Also, be sure to check out Microsoft User Research on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/msftur
If you work for a "use it or lose it" organization, you may be scrambling to make sure you spend every dollar by December 31. Here's a last minute suggestion: Invest in Microsoft Certified team for 2011.
Purchase a Microsoft Certification exam voucher 10-pack now and you'll save 15% for your organization. Even better, complimentary retakes (Second Shots) are included for any failed exam. If your employee does not pass the Microsoft Certification exam on the first try, they can retake the same exam at no additional cost to you. The Microsoft Certification exam voucher pack is flexible and doesn't have to be used by one person, just by one organization. For instance, you can provide one voucher each to 10 employees or give multiple vouchers to put your employees on the path to an MCITP or MCPD certification. Just use your vouchers within one year from the date of purchase.
Certify Your Team. Learn More.
Need more convincing? A 2009 study1 showed that Microsoft Certification helped organizations improve performance:
1. Source: IDC, Impact of Training on Network Administration: Certification Leads to Operational Productivity, Doc # 220563, Nov 2009.
Another note from our friends at MIX - they're looking for speakers so if you want to participate, submit your proposal!
It would be quite cool to have a Born to Learn reader or an MCT be a speaker at MIX11 :)
Be a Presenter at MIX11
Do you have a topic you’d like to present at MIX11? Submit your session proposal by Friday, January 14, 2011. The MIX content team will select the best proposals, and the MIX community will vote to determine who will present. MIX11 registration opens in late January - join the MIX email newsletter for details.
Make your new year's resolution now to finish that coveted Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 Master certification... the Master requirements will be getting tougher next year!
What's Coming? Starting March 1, 2011, to earn your MOS 2007 Master credential, you will need to pass the new Expert level Word and Excel exams. These exams are set to tentatively launch in English at the end of January, 2011, which means we'll be giving a grace period before triggering the new requirements.
What's Going? Prior to March 1, you can still become a MOS 2007 Master by passing these exams: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and your choice of Outlook or Access. Please note that due to a system issue, if you complete the original 2007 Master requirements between November 1, 2010 and February 18, 2011, the Master certification will not immediately appear on your Microsoft transcript. After February 18, your transcript will be automatically updated. You will, however, receive your Master certificate, and your Master status will appear on your online transcript at Certiport.com.
Why? To date all versions of MOS have required an Expert level Word and Excel exam to achieve the Master credential, with the exception of MOS 2007. We're bringing MOS 2007 back in line with the rest of the certifications in terms of what it takes to gain the coveted MOS Master status.
All of these same details are outlined on the MOS Master Certifications page here. If you have any questions though, please let me know.
Born to Learn readers stay up to date on training and certification announcements through this blog, and I'll bet a lot of you also subscribe to the MCP and/or MCT Flash newsletters for program-specific news. Now you can get additional and in-depth information about our products, services, and special offers by signing up for the Microsoft Learning mailing list!
When you sign up, you'll get occasional, single-topic emails highlighting specific learning resources and how you can take advantage of the latest special offers. While you're on the sign-up page, check out additional opportunities to stay connected and up to date by email. Check out the options and sign up today!
UPDATED: 12/20/10 08:19 PT --- And we're back - registration code is working now. Good luck!
Best, Stephanie
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You are invited to take beta exam 71-169, Pro: TS: Windows Small Business Server 7, Configuring.
If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form.
If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form. The 71-xxx identifier is used for registering for beta versions of MCP exams, when the exam is released in its final form the 70-xxx identifier is used for registration.
Registration: Now Open
Beta exam period runs: December 22, 2010– January 14, 2011
Beta exams have limited availability and are operated under a first-come-first-served basis – we recommend that you register immediately. Once all beta slots are filled, no additional seats will be offered.
You must register at least 24 hours prior to taking the exam. Please use the following promotional code when registering for the exam: SBSS
Responding to this invitation does not guarantee you a seat in the beta; we recommend that you register immediately.
· Prometric: (800) 755-EXAM (800-755-3926)
· Prometric: http://www.register.prometric.com/ClientInformation.asp
You are invited to take this beta exam at no charge. You will be given four hours to complete the beta exam. Please plan accordingly.
The online version of the exam prep guide will be available shortly – until then, please see the version of the prep guide included at the end of this blog post.
More Information
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Prep Guide for Exam 70-169:
TS: Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard, Configuring
About this Exam
This exam is designed for information technology (IT) professionals who work in or consult with small businesses that use Windows Small Business Server Standard 2011.
Audience Profile
This credential is designed for information technology (IT) professionals who work in or consult with small businesses that use Windows Small Business Server (SBS) Standard 2011. The MCTS candidate for this exam should have at least one year of experience deploying and managing network solutions in an environment that has the following characteristics:
• Up to 75 devices
• Company networks with Internet connectivity
• Individual users or user groups that connect to the company network from remote locations
Credit toward Certification
When you pass Exam 70-169: TS: Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard, Configuring, you complete the requirements for the following certification(s):
MCTS: 70-169: Microsoft Small Business Server Standard 2011, Configuring
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 Measured
This 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.
Installing and Setting Up Windows Small Business Server (SBS) Standard 2011
• Prepare for migration.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: run Windows SBS Best Practice Analyzer (BPA), DNS cleanup, domain cleanup, run preparation tool, create an answer file for migration)
• Install and migrate to Windows SBS Standard 2011.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: from Windows SBS 2003, from Windows SBS 2008, Migration Wizard tasks, configure a new installation of Windows SBS
• Configure connectivity.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: configure Internet domain, configure DNS name resolution (internal and external)
• Configure network infrastructure.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: ports, protocols, inbound or outbound rules, enable outbound popup and logging, install and configure a gateway appliance/firewall for common Windows SBS services, configure and maintain WAN/LAN/NAT for email/web/ActiveSync (e.g., IP addressing, network hardware configuration)
Configuring Remote Access
• Configure remote client access to internal resources.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: VPN
• Configure Remote Web Access
o This objective may include but is not limited to: configure the Windows SBS server, e.g., to admin console, to computers, to shared folders; configure RWW to use Remote Desktop Server server; configure client computers
• Configure Remote Desktop Services (RDS).
o This objective may include but is not limited to: configure RemoteApp applications, configure RD Session Host, RD Web, RD Gateway
Configuring and Managing Messaging and Collaboration
• Configure email.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: Exchange Server, POP3 Connector, configure email client protocols [POP3 (on client side), SMTP, RPC/HTTPS (also known as Outlook Anywhere), IMAP], configure Microsoft Outlook settings, configure a smart host
• Manage Microsoft Exchange Server.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: maintain logging; db management, e.g., defragment db; quota management, add additional email domains, redirect email, configure mobile device Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
• Configure folder shares.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: using Windows SBS console, using native tools (Quota console, File and Server Resource Manager, file screen, reports), shared folders, SMB permissions vs. NTFS permissions
• Configure storage.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: using Move Data Wizards, add additional storage, configure folder redirection policy
• Configure Microsoft SharePoint
o This objective may include but is not limited to: create and modify SharePoint sites (e.g., new team sites, blog sites, wiki sites), assign user permissions, configure document upload and handling
Managing Users, Computers, and Printers
• Create and manage user accounts.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: create, edit, and delete user accounts, assign permissions to users, assign users to computers, configure user RWW access using Windows SBS console, properties and native tools
• Create and manage user roles.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: change user roles, assign users to a role, assign groups to a role, assign quota policy
• Create and manage groups.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: create a distribution group, create a security group, add/edit/delete users to/from a group, mail enabled vs. not mail enabled; archived vs. not archived, OU structures
• Join computers to the domain.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: client and server computers, join an additional server, Connect Wizard, manage user permissions for domain computers (local admin vs. standard user, remote access), migrate local user profiles
• Create and configure shared devices.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: fax and printers, add a network printer, add drivers for 32 bit, configure user permissions for a device
Managing Health and Security
• Configure Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
o This objective may include but is not limited to: configure client exclusions, server security updates, maintain health and security, maintain server/client WSUS patching, change software update and schedule settings
• Manage monitoring and reporting.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: client (including update compliancy, client computer firewall, antivirus status), server (including core services; low disk space; success or fail)
• Configure backup and restore data on the server.
• Configure SSL certificates.
o This objective may include but is not limited to: configure a trusted certificate, self-signed certificates, Including manage certificate packages, import and export during setup for migration
Preparation Tools and Resources
To 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" section.
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 There are no practice tests currently available.
Other Questions?
For advice about training and certification, connect with peers:
• Visit the training and certification forum
For questions about a specific certification, chat with a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP):
• Visit our MCP newsgroups
To find out about recommended blogs, Web sites, and upcoming Live Meetings on popular topics, visit our community site:
• Visit the Microsoft Learning community
They say everyone has at least one book in them—maybe every trainer has at least once course in them, too!
Find out by downloading the new version of Microsoft Learning Content Development System (LCDS)—we just published version 2.6
What’s new in this release?
E-learning compatibility with Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.
Enhanced keyboard accessibility for all Silverlight interactive elements.
Two new templates: Sequencing Activity and Card Flip Game
LCDS 2.6 is available in English, Simplified Chinese, Hindi, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish—find the version that’s right for you here.
Do you have work experience with developing applications for Windows Phone 7? Want to help us create the first Windows Phone 7 exam? Here’s your chance! We are looking for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the following exam:
We’ll be using the MSL SME database to find participants for blueprinting as well as other phases of development for this exam. For your best chance of participating, create a SME profile by filling out the survey on the MSL SME site on Microsoft Connect. (See this post for complete instructions.)
Please note that if you already filled out your SME profile, you’ll need to go back and update it. We have changed the answer options for “Which technologies do you have work experience with?” to include Window Phone 7. We’ll be looking for folks who select Windows Phone 7 on this question to help develop these exams. If you filled out your SME profile awhile ago, this option was not available for you to select.
Hi guys
It's me, Inspector Gadget. :-)
In the past few weeks, I've been searching the net for information about Microsoft Certifications. Let's call it a microsoft Certification Inspection. I'm somewhat surprised at the amount of misinformation that is out there. No wonder it all seems so confusing at times.
I was hoping you guys could help me out a little.
First, I'd like to gather a list of web pages that contain wrong or ourdated information about our certs. (Grant it, I know we can't catch every single website... but it's worth correcting the "big" ones".
Second, I'd like to "clean them up" a little.
If you happen to fall on such misinformation, and think we can change it, send me the link.
I'm looking for things like:
Here a re a few examples of page where we need to correct information:
Thoughts?
In case you missed Shannon Bray's excellent Live Meeting, you can now view the recording on demand.
What Can SharePoint Do For You? Improve Productivity, Efficiency, Agility Microsoft SharePoint can help your company quickly respond to changing business needs. For IT managers, SharePoint 2010 helps you cut training and maintenance costs, save time and effort, and focus on higher business priorities. Learn about best practices for implementing Microsoft SharePoint 2010 and what you need to do in order to plan, deploy, manage, and support this product.
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Some hopeful news just published over at Dice.com. Among the conclusions based on feedback from almost 850 hiring managers and tech recruiters:
Full story here. Are your companies increasing their hiring? Are you finding it harder to find qualified professionals? Let us know your take on the job market!