Certification


Microsoft's Resident Psychometrician: Part 2

In the second part of this Q&A, Microsoft Learning Group's Liberty Munson explains some of the challenges in developing the developer-related exams, and what strides Microsoft has done to combat exam piracy.

Microsoft's Resident Psychometrician

The Microsoft Learning Group's exam maven, Liberty Munson, offers some insights into exam development, piracy, and the innovations that come from asking the right questions.

Analysis: Certifications Not a Panacea for Security Woes

As Congress debates legislation to improve cybersecurity, one idea that has gained traction is the development of a national certification program for security professionals.

Study: In IT Hiring, Volatility Is the Rule

The IT hiring landscape is extremely volatile, according to a new study from IT workforce management specialist Foote Partners.

MCITP Titles Get ANSI Stamp

American National Standards Institute give accreditation to two of Microsoft's new-generation Professional=level admin certifications pass muster, get ANSI accreditation.

New MCITP Title for W7

At WPC, Microsoft introduced a new Professional-level certification for Windows 7 that adds a twist, with a requirement that candidates pass one of two hardware-based exams from the Help Desk Institute.



Microsoft Offers Free Training to Virginians

Virginia's governor has announced that the state is partnering with Microsoft to offer free technology training and skills certification to residents.

Microsoft Debuts Virtualized Windows Exam

The Microsoft Learning group introduced its first virtual lab-based MCP exam this week.

Turning In Your Homework

There are as many ways to do things with PowerShell cmdlets as there are ways to skin a cat.

Beta in May: Windows 7, Configuring Exam

Microsoft Learning to put Exam 70-680 through the proverbial wringer from May 5-18.

IT Is Hiring, But Just Barely

According to IT staffing specialist Robert Half Technology, a net 2 percent of CIOs anticipate adding IT staff in the coming quarter, compared to a net 8 percent increase in Q1.

High Availability (Exam 70-652)

High Availability and Exam 70-652: Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring

Windows 7 Exams Development Under Way

Microsoft Learning announced some preliminary information on three new MCST-level exams for the upcoming OS.

Windows 2008 Virtualization (Exam 70-649)

Physical to virtual migration

Windows 2008 Hyper-V (Exam 70-649)

Keeping Your Options Open

Now that you're familiar with functions, here's how to pass information to them. A look at the Param keyword.

Windows Embedded Cert Now Live

Microsoft Learning released exam, certificatin for IT pros working with Windows XP on embedded devices.

Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services (Exam 70-643)

Configuring Terminal Services RemoteApp

Microsoft Skills Week Coming in March

Microsoft offers discounts on exams and other incentives to visit your local MCPLS center.