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Sun Java certifications info & resources
Sun Java certifications and tracks Exam Objectives for all Sun exams ePractice Sample Questions Sun Certification FAQ Java Tutorial for beginners from About.com www.onjava.com JavaRanch I'd appreciate it if others can suggest sites with 'clean' cert material and or worthy general Java sites.
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Recomend new Forum - Java
I realize this is posted in the wrong area, was hoping to catch JDMurray's attention... Noticed there are a a lot of programmers going for both Java and C# certifications. Maybe we could get a Sun Java Certifications Forum? http://www.sun.com/training/certification/java/index.xml
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FREE: SCEA for Java EE 5 BETA
Thought I would share this here as well, for anyone who might be interested. Sun announced the (long awaited) update to SCEA. http://saloon.javaranch.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=26&t=007094
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what about java?
Hello there, I am now in the course of studying for the 70-536 exam (Microsoft), I love programming a lot, But all my experience in so far was in c++ and the MS.NET using c#. I have read about java and found the idea of write once run every where to be very attractive, I mean come on, from cell phones and small hardware…
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Sun is to buy MySQL
What do you folks think of this move?
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Mapping VB Code to Java Code
Here's an interesting technote I came across that gives a practical comparison of Java and Visual Basic 6 fundamental language features. As a long-time VB programmer, I found this insight into the Java language rather interesting. Mapping VB Code to Java Code
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A+ or MCSE?
Hi, cheers for reading :D first of all, last year i completed a 2 year course at college (national diploma) in IT. Whilst randomly scanning over some areas of a+ cerification, i noticed that they were near enough the same areas covered at college. I've been studying mcse (exam 270) and I did some of the practise questions…
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guys
can you give me a link where i should get a NGX R65 Suite for Windows coz i can't download the evaluation copy from their site checkpoint.com.. thank you guys
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help
can u give me a ngx r65 installer? thanx
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Soft-Certifications
Hi All, Let me make this fast, I am 17 holding only CompTIA A+, MCP & MCDST.. and some other things like NVQ ICT, and Key Skills Level 2... I Stumbled across Brainbench and done a couple exams.. it told me what i was weak in which was appreciated... so i can do extra studying, but i still passed 3 exams.. all governed by…
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SANS Conference?
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Oralce vs. cisco
I have dilemma in choosing oracle DBA and Cisco certs. I want to be a security professional but I don't like hardware certs(cisco,juniper).Is that necessary to achieve ccnp or ccsp like cisco-certs to pass Cissp or CEH certs.? My future plan is having Oracle DBA,RHCE,CEH,Cissp. Can I achieve my goal without entangle with…
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Checkpoint NGX R65
i am using a trial version of checkpoint NGX R65 which im using for my home firewall. i have 2 ethernet interfaces one which will be external and one internal, my question is which of these interfaces should i use as the management interface?
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MeasureUp
I have been using Exam Cram questions to compliment my study. I have seen other users that were concerned about their questions and their overall effectiveness to prepare for actual tests. I was wondering if anyone has used these as preparation for A+ or N+. If so, did they help/not help? Thanks, -Jon
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Software development
Can anyone point me in the right direction for software development/computer programming books and certs.?? Thanks in advance.
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Citrix Xen
Anyone taken this exam or looking to take this exam? I was looking at doing it self study so any resources pointers would be greatly received.
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Prometric center closed until April 7th
I tried to schedule a Microsoft exam last week and now today and it says this particular exam has no dates available, which makes me think the exam center is close permanently. I finally called today and the representative from the center and he said they are closed until April 7th. I asked him to check the website because…
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Prep Logic "free"
I just wanted to let everyone here know that PrepLogic ran a "promotion" where you pay $143 for their practice exams, and then get an exam voucher for "free." Well, all over their website it was saying that the vouchers they provide for A+, Net+, and other popular exams were FREE, FREE, FREE, FREE... but after you purchase…
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going to self-study LPIC-1 and need some help
hi, I am going to self-study LPIC-1 and I bought O'Reilly's "LPI linux certification in a nutshell" a few days ago. I think I am going to get CBT nuggets later too. I just checked LPI's web site and found it's detailed objectives are quite different than O'Reilly's. So is my O'Reilly outdated already or something ? Do I…
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LPIC-3 Linux Security
For all you crazy cats out there that care about Linux security. http://www.lpi.org/en/lpi/english/about_lpi/news/news/lpi_to_develop_enterprise_level_security_exam
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Need Advice
Hi Everyone, i have finished MS in information network and computer security, i am looking to start my career in security field, i had applied for several jobs but didn't get success. every one is looking for some kind of experience which i don't have. Finally i got a contract job in big corporation as a validation tech. i…
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If you fail an exam...
... and you need to gain a little perspective have a look at this blog. I LMAO at this one, his face is priceless!
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LPIC 2 books?
Hello all, I know there is online material for this certification but are there any certification books? (i.e. exam cram or sybex). Thanks
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Network analyser
Hi, I'm looking for a decent network analyser that will suit my needs. Has anyone had an experience with one that might be suitable? I'm doing some research into the comparisons between a standard PPP WAN link and an IPSec VPN. I have a simple lab set up, 2 nodes and 2 routers with the WAN and VPN connections running…
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Exam Vouchers
Hi IT Pro's, Is it possible to use someone else's free MS exam voucher? For example: A Friend who is entitled to it but does not need it? "I hope this is no FRAUD" Many Thanks.
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CompTIA exams
£185 Youre kidding???? Right???
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Nuggets vs Mike Meyers Learnkey
I cannot decide on a study plan for my N+ : I figure the video training looks more appealing than a text book however i just bought an MS book for 70-620 which i also would like to take. Your thoughts appreciated
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PrepLogic Free Voucher this week (with purchase)
Free exam voucher (Comptia and MS) with the purchase of a practice exam. People seemed to have good luck with the deal they ran last year, so I figured I'd link this here... http://www.preplogic.com/products/promo/list_page_promo.aspx blargoe
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Best way to use Transcender?
Im using a Transcender for the first time on a Microsoft exam and Ive taken the first test and got 62%, I took the second test and got 57%. After each test I wrote down the answers which caught me out. And im going to go over those again. But should I take the third test? Repeat what Ive done before? Revise all of my notes…
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I think you will like this: Changes to the MCITP program
I think you will like this Microsoft certifications for new technologies--in the MCTS, MCPD, MCITP format--will retire when Microsoft discontinues mainstream support for the underlying technology. At retirement, your certifications will move to a 'retired' section on your MCP transcript, so you can show a full picture of…
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Advice Needed: Solaris And Security
Hey guys, I am an old reader and newly registered :) To be brief, I have a humble experience in Sun Solaris, and there's a security certification in Solaris SCSECA , which I can take anytime soon. I seek your advice on how to combine Solaris (and Unix in general) experience with security experience ??? and what good is it…
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Is only A+ needed to be a Computer Repair Technician?
I am studying for my A+ certification, and I am thinking about becoming a Computer Repair Technician, and maybe starting my own computer repair business someday. So I would like to know if A+ certification is the only certification I would need? And which exam would I be best off taking in addition to the Essentials exam?…
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Programming languages? - question for security people
What programming languages do you guys/girls know and how well? Just curious , planning to go the security path! My was to start with Perl and then... Thx
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NCE = Novell Certified Engineer
No, I didn't screw up the subject. Novell has a new certification coming out. http://www.novell.com/training/certinfo/nce/es/index.html There is a short article about it here: http://certcities.com/editorial/news/story.asp?EditorialsID=1273 I know a lot of MS people are worried about HR people being able to figure out the…
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hi i am new
Hi my name is Colby and I am 19, I am a+ it technician, and network+. I plan on getting my ccna in the next few weeks but since I didnt know where to put this I thought I would put it here Is there any ccie people here? And if there is, what kind of job do you have and are you paid amazing? I have always heard a+ and net…
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CCSA NGX
Hi Guys, I am doing an intership whcich involves a bit of everthing ,risk management, network documentation. I am CCNA, Security+, Network+ ..appearing for SSCP. I was planning on studying for the CCSA NGX just as to have a fell of firewall technology and bolster my skills for a full time job....basically targetting as a…
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what courses to become MCP ?
I passed 70-270 and 70-290 already... what course should I take to become MCP ? please help...thanksssssssss
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Basic Programming cert?
Hi I would like to know if there is any programming certification out there? I have practically NO knowledge of programming except HTML and CSS which is basically not exactly programming. So is there any way in which I can get a little taste of programming to figure whether it is the right thing for me or no. Thanks
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New Comptia Cert
Hello all, I copied the below link from an email i received from Comptia. The Description came from a page further into the survey. Just sharing with everybody. I might jump on it but don't want to pay the extra $50 after paying ~$250 - $300 for the exams to get it. Should be like MCSA or MCSE, once you pass the exams they…
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Certification Goals for the Year
Bouncing around the various boards here recently I have noticed a lot of people passing exams this month. So many, in fact, that I am starting to wonder if people got CBTNuggets or Transcenders in their stockings. That or the weather kept everyone inside studying. First, congratulations if you have recently passed an exam.…
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Java on Linux to communicate with Windows via DCOM
Does anyone here have any experience with implementing Java apps for Linux that must communicate with COM objects on a Windows host using DCOM? Can it be done easily without the use of a commercial DCOM library? And what are the limitations? If anyone knows of a site with a discussion forum where cross-platform Java…
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RHEL General Admin Guide
Hey all, Just wondering if anyone has any personal favorites when it comes to a handy administration guide for Red Hat enterprise? My job has quite a mixture of windows and unix systems and im starting to get into writing basic scripts and low level admin of the Red Hat servers. Iv decided to go for the RHCT to get a good…
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EUCIP certification
EUCIP - European Certification of Informatics Professionals EUCIP, European Certification of Informatics Professionals, is a professional certification and competence development scheme aimed at IT practitioners and undergraduates. EUCIP, like ECDL, was developed by CEPIS, the Council of European Professional Informatics…
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Can we get CIW exams on techexams.net?
I'm taking CIW exams later this year for BSIT at WGU. CIW 510 CIW 520 CIW 441 Can we get a forum for these exams? or maybe just one forum for all CIW exams? Muchas Gracias
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interesting read
http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,143198-pg,1/article.html
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ConsoleOne on Win XP SP3
I'm doing a test on Win XP SP3, however the ConsoleOne starting STOP reponsed when I click on user > properties. The User Account properties never pop out. The workstation already installed Java 6.. comment or suggestion why this act up? Thanks
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Questions about IT certifications training - please help
Hello, I am new to the forum, and I have some questions about the best way to study for IT certifications. I would like to get into the IT field, most probably Networking. I would like to get A+, Network+, and CCNA certifications to start with. One at a time of course. I want to start with studying for A+. I have…
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Wee list of MS exams that will retire in 2009
To follow on from this post, I thought that I may as well post this. Wee list of exams that will retire in 2009 Here is the list I've seen kicked around for exams that we'll announce to retire in a year+ from now (to retire in 2009). We'll include a notice in the MCP newsletter when it is published and official, but…
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Retired exams
I noticed Microsoft are retiring most if not all of the 2000 exams in March, i need the 70-291 for my MCSA 2003 while using my 70-210 mcp as a credit. Does this mean i wont be able to count the 70-210 exam?
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Need a bit of advice-
I am in the Air Force and about to go reserve so I'm going to have to get a real job. I have some work experience(not much) in IT so I was going to add on some certs. I got an A+ back in high school(~7 years ago) and picked up a few net+ books. CCNA is the path I believe I'm heading towards so I figured the net+ would give…
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what practice exam recommend to pass comptia A+ 220-601
anything that would help me to pass comptia A+ 220-601
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Does Microsoft Hate All MCSE 2000 ?
I just reviewed Microsoft's policies for upgrading from Windows 2000 MCSE to Windows 2008. There is no direct upgrade path. You have to upgrade from Windows 2000 to 2003 MSCE by taking 2 upgrade tests, and then you upgrade to Windows 2008 with at least 2 more upgrade tests. I looked at the Upgrade tests from 2000 to 2003,…
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OSCP/OSWP
I haven't dug deep on these forums, but has anyone checked into the Offensive Security guy's certs? The actual certification process sounds pretty cool as you actually hack into a network and have to document everything along the way much like a pen tester would at a real site. Once I get some basic linux knowledge…
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Certs, legacy technology, & the DMV
For those who are wondering why some certs throw in questions about legacy technology and its relevance to your cert, I thought I would share this information. I was at the NY DMV yesterday and the nice lady behind the desk was a little slow with her new touch screen monitor. I was told that they had added them this week,…
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SECURITY +
On a wild hair trying to find out if security + caould be used twice 1 as elective for mcsa 2 as elective for mcse 2003 70-270-290-291-security for mcsa then 70-293-70-294-70-298 to finish out mcse
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Changing FSMO roles
I have a PDCE (primary Domain Controller Emulator) and three three other Domain controllers and all four are being replicated. The OS is Windows 2000 and sometime this year i have to upgrade them to 2003 server. The only problem is that the hardware is going away and my boss is wanting me to put the PDCE on on VMWare. So…
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CCSP or CEH??
hi i am CCNA certified...... i would like to do some IT security certification. so what certification can i do? CCSP or CEH? which is having good career???? Thank u.......
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Whats one of the most easiest cert?
I want to know which cert you think is the most easiest. The reason why I am asking is because I am procrastinating a bit and with an easy certificate, I mgiht get triggered onto cert fever. I dont want some obscure unbranded cert but soemhting professional like from CompTIA or Microsoft or things like that. In what part…
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CEPT vs. CEH?
I was just curious about a couple of security certifications. I have thought about going and getting my CEH and then met a guy that works for a large credit company and does penetration testing on the side and he actually said not to worry about the CEH or a lot of the SAN courses and to look more towards the CEPT exam.…
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Which group of certificates are most recommended to take?
Hello, I'm new to the world of IT certificates and don't know which certificates are highly regarded. The only one I know anything about is the A+ certificate. I have had tons of exposure to computer systems; networking, programming, hardware and operating systems, yet I don't have anything to show for it and want to get…
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Sair Linux?
I was just going through my class schedule and I noticed the Linux classes preped you for Sair certification. How does it compare to LPI, RHCE, and Linux+? It seems like its expensive at $99 dollars per test, 4 tests per level and theres 2 levels. Would doing these classes pretty much cover everything for all the other…
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Number of Microsoft Certified Professionals Worldwide
I just noticed that they updated this page. No wonder we don't have any MCPD-certified people on here!
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Which MS cert to do next.
Hello all, I currently studying for the 70-291 exam. I have it scheduled for Thursday morning, unfortunately I know i am not overly prepared for this one but prometric is booked solid for the rest of the month so i cannot reschedule at this time. I will pull an all-niter to try and fill the gaps as best i can. I've been…
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Microsoft Cowboy needs to get certs...
I have been building and supporting networks as an independant consultant for over 8 years. Some of my clients are growing to 80+ users and have no onsite IT employees, it's just me... on call 24/7. I've survived by playing with lab setups and finding answers via search engines and Technet. No formal training. Before my…
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unix/Linx box as a router
Hey All, has anyone ever used a linux box as a router in a business environment? Would this be something you would recommend?
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VPN between Cisco 1841 and NGX 61
I have my ipsec vpn sites with split tunnel config on cisco routers and terminate to CP NGX 61 boxes. I monitor site availbily via icmp requests (what's up gold). the issue serveral times a day I get notifcatiosn that teh private netowrk is not responded. So when i check the logs i see Encryption Scheme: IKE VPN Peer…
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Question on Quest Activeroles Server
Does anybody have any experience with Quest Activeroles Server? How have you found the softwares compatibility with AD? Are there alot of employers out there moving toward this type of AD administration? Any comments would be greatly appreciated?.
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certification questions
Hello Everyone, I am new to this forum and the IT field. I am 26 and have been a musician my whole life. I pursued music performance degrees, but now I have obviously undergone a significant career change. I am currently pursuing an AS degree in IT, and am halfway through the program (12 courses). I have no experience…
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Exam test simulator
What is a good testing software for the new ccna exam?
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Getting Into IT
Hi guys i'm new here and i 'm from the UK and currently i'm working for a hotel doing not an interesting job and i have come to a decision to get into IT,I have ZERO experience in this field although i have basic computer skills , I 'm 30yrs old and i consider myself to be good enough to do any course as i have been to A…
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PW0-200 passed
i passed it today.... I can say the Security+ really helped me with this one
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Can BA in Economics and BA in Media be helpful?
Well I'm finished with my associate in Computer Management, and I've made some steps toward obtaining BA. I decided to go with double major in Economics and Media. My motivation was to broaden my horizons and increase my chances to in future career. From I have around 2 years of desktop support/light network admin…
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score in %
at least Network+, what is the equivalen passing score in %?
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MCDBA2003 or MCITP DB Admin & DB DevelopSQL 2005
Good Morning Chaps Little background before my question is fired off. I have worked in IT for about 10 Years System Support, Network Admin and the last 4 Years a SQL DBA. I have just been made redundant from my well paid fairly local job and with the money I have got going to ivest in myself on a 30 day course in sunny…
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70-291 Books
I am currently studying for the 70-291 exam but concerned that my MS Press book does not cover any WSUS, the book is old now but still covers the majority of 2003 networking. I was hoping someone would clarify for me if the latest MS Training Book covers WSUS as i cannot find anything about the contents.
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Passed 1y0-256 and eLearning
I achieved CCA on Presentation Server 4 today. Got a 97% on the 73 question exam and 90% on the eLearning. This was a CCA upgrade for me. I previously held CCA certification on MetaFrame XP. I have no plans for CCEA as we don't use most of the other Citrix products such as Citrix Password Manager or Citrix Access Gateway…
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Free IT Service Management Pocket Guides - ITIL Study Aid
I have 5 free ITSMF IT Service Management Pocket Guides. These normally cost $15. Here's a link that explains the content of this pocket guide: http://store.nexternal.com/shared/StoreFront/default.asp?CS=itsmfusa&StoreType=BtoC&Count1=563869655&Count2=481010079&ProductID=14&Target=products.asp These are good to use as a…
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Hardest Certification in Technology to achieve??
So, what is the hardest?? Here is my answer: ________________________________________________________________ Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE-M) Exam code: CERT-JNCIE-M Practical exam (hands-on lab) Held at selected Juniper Networks testing centers Exam length: 8 hours Pass/fail status is available within…
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EMC YouTube Channel
EMC has a Channel on YouTube. Be sure to tune in next week when they show how they plan on connecting our servers to iSCSI targets using HBAs and switches that haven't been delivered yet. Doug Henning will guest host. As an aside, I don't poke around You Tube very much. Mostly because I feel the videos are evidence that…
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Too many qualifications? over qualified :(
hi all, am just looking for a little adivice, i used to work in the it industry a few years ago, for 6 years, building and repairing pcs, after that i moved into network administration for a year or so, before joining the royal marines, during my time in the industry i gained, nvq 2+3 in information technology, comptia…
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Resource requuired
Can anyone point me in the right direction. My manager wants me to look into MOM, knowing nothing about this product i need to find resources to find out how it works and basically what it does!
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What is the easiest exam for MCP Status
I am currently a A+ Technician and should be Network+ Certified shortly. I am interested in taking any Microsoft that will give me MCP status. What is the easiest test available from microsoft that would give me that status. Anyone want to guide me in the right direction
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Argggg....boring. (CWNA)
Is it just me or is learning about RF and trying to memorize literally 100+ different 802.11 acronyms incredibly boring? I'm half way through the Sybex book and I'm thinking about switching over to the Official McGraw Hill book. My revised plan: - Do the Official McGraw Hill Book (2 weeks) - Do the CBT Nugget (1 week) -…
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Need BGP!
Book(s) I am looking for: BGP Implementation and Design; ISBN-10: 1-58705-109-5; ISBN-13: 978-1-58705-109-8 Anything else Cisco Press. Book(s) I have available to trade: I have Cisco Press for 640-801; Cisco Press CCDA - not sure which test, will verify when I get home. Cisco Press CCSP - not sure which test, will verify…
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Questions about the A+ certification exams
Hello, I have a question: I took my A+ back in April, 2002 and passed both on the first try. At that time there were only the 2 test exams the Core and the OS I think (220-221 and 220-222) I was down sized at that time and school training was paid for by the state. I found new employment in the customer service field and…
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Passed 70-290
Passed the 290 with 856 today.It was a bit harder than the 270.One more to MCSA track now on to the BEAST. for anyone going to take the exam know your permissions,backups,sus, TS,and IIS.
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When to start working on VMware Cert?
When is the best time to start learning how to set up virtual servers and the like? I'm currently in the middle of getting my Networking+ cert and my professor at my school says that VMware is the big thing right now. I'm going to take a few Unix classes next semester and I think I'll use VMplayer to host whatever distro…
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DCSE certs
Hello folks, I just started the process of taking different exams for the DCSE certification.. Have a question about a few of the exams. I have posted below the exams I took already.. I still have some exams noted under Notebook & Desktop to take. I would like to know if these are just general tests on ALL of the…
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How about SCNS??
Hi,i'm very interested in Network security and i,ve seen many mantioned about the CCSP,CCSA,or CISSP....How about this SCNS ?And this is 1 of the core modules that lead to the CISSP.
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Pros and Cons of Linux and Microsoft?
I'm almost to the stage to where I would need to pick where to head after my N+ and I'm curious if someone can give a quick summary of what kinds of businesses use Linux and how popular it is. I'm really the kind of person that wants to be a little different from all the people that are already MCSE certified yet I don't…
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Am I a paper technician?
Ok, So I'm still in school working in an office with little IT support duties and working on my certifications as long as I'm in school. In the next 3 years I plan to attack MCSA(E), some comptia etc. Having little actual experience since I'm not using my skills at work, I'm trying not to become a paper technician holding…
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How many are there who has got all 5 CCIE certs?????????
Hi Guys,... does any one care to find how many CCIES who has all 5 certs?
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70-272 Tomorrow, any last minute tips?
I know this post belongs in the MCDST forum, but I'm not getting too many responses in there. Thought maybe I could find some answers here. Anyone have any last minute study suggestions? I don't want to spend any money on material but if you could point me to any topics that are strongly focused on I'd appreciate it!…
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E-Planet Labs------Good Study Material?
www.****.com These guys sell cheap ebooks...are they any good? I'm trying to find study material for CIW exams... CIW 510 Foundations CIW 520 Site Designer CIW 441 Database Thank you //Goldmember
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Microsoft vs. CompTIA
I am getting ready to complete my MCSA and move on to CompTIAs. I just have a few questions for you all. What are some major differences between Microsoft and CompTIA certs? I've heard that Microsoft questions are a little more complex and wordy but I've never taken a CompTIA. I'm looking into the N+, A+, and Server+...…
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Help me figure out my path...
I got my A+ 4yrs ago after reading like 20pages of an A+ for dummies book, right when i got out the air force. (I did nothing related to IT). My job was in the air force doing satellite communications, i was a technician. My background lies in test equipment & communications. My tech school was easily 1 year. nearly 4…
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Advice pls.
Hi Guys, I would b thankful if you could give me advice and setup a direction for me.I am a ccna, comptia Network+,security+ and would soon be doing an internship as a security engg where in it is required to have risk assessment, and would deal with some security related issues. Since I dont have enough work experince (…
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Wireless#
wats the wireless# exam like?
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no lab to study
Any suggestions.... I have to study for and complete exam 70-218 to get MCSA2K, and then do exam 70-296 for the upgrade to MCSA2K3...I have until the end of March to do this....I need them for a new job I start in another week...If I don't get them done, not only will my new boss be not so happy, but I'll have to restart…
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(Wireless#, CWNA, CWSP) Vs (CCNA, CCNP)
I work as a Radio technician on telecommunication system (VHF, HF Transmitters and Receivers, VSAT, telephone, VOR, DME, ILS) use for air traffic service, navigation and landing system, voice recorder, LAN in a small airport in my country BURKINA FASO (West Africa). What of these certification will be benefic for me…