Microsoft Certification: The New MCTS Tracks And Exams by Chris Bryant
Microsoft is revamping its certification tracks, and will eventually retire the familiar MCSE certificatons. The new certification setup is much like Cisco's, where there are specialist certifications to go along with the more general CCNA, then mid-level certifications such as the CCNP, and... There is also a one-exam SQL Server 2005 certification, as well as a BizTalk Server 2006 single-exam certification. ... It's up to you to stay informed of these changes, so I recommend you visit Microsoft's certification website often.

Microsoft Vista Certification Exams Announced by Chris Bryant
Microsoft Vista certification is on the way, and Microsoft recently announced the first Vista exams. In keeping with trends in certification, these particular exams are designed for different job roles. These exams are scheduled to be released in "early 2007", according to Microsoft's website:... Microsoft does make some recommendations to candidates currently working on their MCDST certification. ... Even if your organization is happy with their current network operating system, you should still be making long-term plans to get certified in Microsoft Vista.

The History of Microsoft Certifications - Now and Then by Natalie Aranda
When Microsoft announced recently that the new generation of Microsoft Certifications had just arrived, they inevitably made one stop for a moment remembering how all started and evolved throughout history with over 10 years of certifications to date. ... Among the old certifications under review, we can name some Microsoft training, such as the Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) on Microsoft SQL Server 2000, which candidates are required to pass 3 core exams and 1 elective exam to get the certification.

Boost Your Career and Benefit from a Microsoft Certification or Two or Three by James Croydon
You went to college and thought you were prepared for the job market. If you are going for entry-level work, yeah, you are prepared. However, to really get ahead, you need Microsoft certification, whether it is an MCP, MCSA, MCSE or any other string of letters. ... Some of the Microsoft certifications require you have to have at least one year of practical experience in order to pursue a certification, namely an MCSE or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. ... Without that Microsoft certification on your resume, these employers would have no idea about your skills and most likely would...

Microsoft Certification: Farewell To The MCSE by Chris Bryant
Microsoft is in the middle of a major push to overhaul its certification program. Last year, they announced the new Microsoft Certified Architect (MCA) certification, which is not a written exam but rather a practical exam that will be graded by a board of examiners. ... Whether you agree with Microsoft's planned changes, I urge you to visit Microsoft's certification site regularly to keep up with these changes. ... Those of us who have been on the certification track for a while remember the outcry when Microsoft planned to phase out the much-maligned NT 4.0 certification in the move to...

How to Choose the Right IT Certification Training by Natalie Aranda
IT training is an important part of your professional formation, offering a range of alternatives in software training, technical training and certification training, that sometimes make it hard to find out which one is the most convenient when it comes to deciding. ... Although, any major IT giants have their own certification courses and programs, it is more likely people normally choose Microsoft Certification - the most renown and generalized computer certification. ... For example, Microsoft certification and Cisco certification are on two different areas of information technology.

Overview of Major IT Certifications by Natalie Aranda
In today’s competitive IT job market, an IT certification is often a prerequisite to get a high-paying job or a salary increase. Professional certifications are the best way to demonstrate your skills and expertise in any given technical field to present to prospective employers. ... Other Microsoft certifications include MCAD (Microsoft Certified Application Developer) certification, MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Analyst) and MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer). ... The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification prove an individual's expertise in designing and...

An Overview of A+ Certification by Natalie Aranda
The IT industry is one of the few that requires A+ training to demonstrate computer-training skills acquired outside the frame of a normal job experience. This requisite is achieved by passing industry standard A+ certification tests, the most basic qualification that any IT professional should... This approach is also considered getting certification from Cisco, Novell, Oracle or Microsoft, although some prerequisites may apply depending on the chosen certification. ... Anyone who is enrolled in computer training may benefit from the knowledge acquired with A+ training or getting an A+...

An Overview of CompTIA Certification Programs by Natalie Aranda
High-tech is often associated with computers or information technology (IT). IT has transformed the way we live and the way we conduct businesses. A well-established certification program is often the indication of maturity of an industry or profession. ... A+/Server+ certification focus on the general knowledge of various servers while the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification, of course, test the knowledge of Microsoft products - NT server, SQLServer or Information server for web publishing.

An Introduction To MCSE Certification by Elizabeth Morgan
Microsoft certifications are one of the most popular and coveted certifications in the information technology industry today. There is great demand for Microsoft-trained professionals in the job market. Microsoft also offers many certification levels depending upon user proficiency and the... The certification is ideal for anyone who wishes to design and implement infrastructure for business solutions in certain installations that use Microsoft Windows platforms. ... Microsoft has independent requirements for the MSCE certification on the Windows 2000 platform and on Windows server 2003.