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How did you get your MCSE?
I would like to know how you got your MCSE certification. Which way worked for you? 1) Self-study? Buying books online, stores, get help from forums... 2) Attend classes (eg. EXCOM, Monash IT Pro...), paid high fees, get help from instructors?? 3) Join online classess (e-learning), (similar to attending classes but you do…
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Your thoughtful advice?
Hi guys, here we go. I have a real case scenario here: I currently work as IT support/IT programmer in a medium-large company. The company is upgrading their system into SAP. They need someone with windows server admin skills to manage their sql sever. I'm thinking of upgrading my skills by learning MCSE, SAP, MCDBA. I…
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Passing the Network +
I am studying for the N+ exam. Where can I download some previous exam questions and ansers.
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Convergence +
Anyone have any ideas about the Convergence + . Is it worth the time and effort?
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SCSA-10 / 302-203, anybody done it ?
Hi all, haven't posted for quite a while but I am now working towards my SCSA-10 cert (Solaris 9 is kinda old fashioned now). Has anybody taken the upgrade exam (from SCSA-9) yet ? Do you have any information on it ? Any help would be appreciated :D
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CCNA Bootcamps
My friend is looking for a CCNA Bootcamp in MN. I cannot find any, does anyone know of any located in MN?
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Problems with New horizons
My work paid for two training course places for myself and a collegue to train up on the 70-291 , ( I'm going to sit this one on the 5th Nov ) has anyone else had problems with them ? Here's our saga so far; 1:\ Turned up to find out tutor phoned in sick ( sod's law I suppose ), but no replacement tutor 2:\ Then put into a…
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Doubletake
Does anyone use Doubletake and/or have experience with the eLearning and certification exam?
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Books for CCNP Exam Preparation
For those already CCNP certified, which book series is best for Preperation for the exams? I found Sybex to be pretty thorough in CCNA but they don't have a CCNP series.
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Pearson Vue Voucher for MS
Where can I get a voucher for MS tests through Pearson Vue? I had been using GetCertify4Less to get them but it looks like they no longer sell them. I know VUE will not be giving MS tests after the new year but I was hoping to finish up my last few with them since one of their centers is less than 2 miles from my house.…
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Does Novell Open Enterprise = Netware 6.5
I help support users (on a small scale such as reset passwords and grant directory rights) using Netware 5.0. Im interested in learning a lot more since my job is planning on upgrading to Netware 6.5. Whats resources are available for learnign this material. I've done some research and it looks like Novell Open Enterprise…
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New worm targets Linux systems
New worm targets Linux systems This worm attacks web server software installed on Linux systems. McAfee assigns it "low risk" and Symantec "medium risk". The interesting thing to me is two-fold. First, since most linux users do NOT run AV software, how will they know they are infected? Second, it's not "really" attacking…
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Rent-a-pen-testing-target?
Are there business which rent online facilities for use as pen testing targets? There are business that rent remotely-accessible equipment to people that need to emulate equipment and networks for practicing Cisco exams. It seems that the same setup would also serve as a way to practice your pen testing skills on network…
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Newbie: MCDST & Network + questions
Hello, I'm new to this forum. I had some questions. If anyone could help I'd really appreciate it! First, I'm A+ certified and have been working at a call center for two years now. But, I'm moving to another state and need to start fresh with another job (still searching). At this moment I'm not expanding in my career. So…
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eLearning for CCA
Yesterday, I completed the eLearning module, 1455BW, that is required for the CCA on PS 4.0. It took a little over an hour. It was not very difficult, but you do need to read through it carefully, because there is a short assesment quiz at the end. I have taken some other eLearning modules that were required for technical…
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What is the average time frame for completing your MCSE
Hi, I am new to this fourm and like what I see so far, I am currently studying for my mcse and just wanted to get some feedback on a time line for the mcse certification exam. I am talking from start to finish - Studying to Writing all your exams. From what I can see after reading some threads, this site has a few people…
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70-270 Study Material
Currently studying for MCP which Practice exams are recommended?Already read the MS Press book and using Test out but still feel I need a good Practice Exam.
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Getting into IT support
Hi, I'm 32 yrs old living in the UK and a want to re-train with the aim to get into the IT support industry. I consider myself computer literate with a good understanding of PCs Win Xp etc. but have no commercial experience in the IT support field. I have looked at the various MCP/COMPTIA qualifications and I am wondering…
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Wireless network deployment
Can one of those normal linysys soho routers handle 30 concurrent users on the network at the same time...if not how about 2? Thanks Kenny.
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I passed the CWNA!
Started studying last week by reading the Plant 3 book...did about 100 pages a day then got the Sybex book and read 250 pages a day...ran through the online practice exams and passed the CWNA with an 80%. Next is the CWSP!
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Consulting for wi-fi setup
I'm currently doing some consulting for a local web shop that wants to migrate from the wired infrastructure to a wireless network. They currently have about 15 desktops and at any given time about 5-7 laptops that will plug in to the wired network. Its a small building but it has 2 floors. I'm thinking a single access…
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guide me 2 pursue RHCE....
heya frnz.... m an engineer n nw wanna pursue RHCE...can u plz help me out wid da possible study pattern for it and how much time an average person need to get its certification... thankx :)
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Where to next
I have worked for a vendor for 23 years. I work on pcs, networks,cisco gear, servers. etc. Have 20 plus years experience but had no certs. Decided to try to the CCNA and the deadling motivated me to try the exam prior to the 11/6 for the deadline of 801. I passed the exam on Monday. I am now ready for the next challenge. I…
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NEWBIE HERE!
Hi to everyone. I'm a newbie.. Need help! I'm a graduate of Computer Engineering year 2006. I had about 1 year experience about computers and call center stuffs. To be honest, it was kind of a lousy job, I wasn't able to put in to full practice what I have learned when I was in my college days. I wish I could have found a…
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Tips on studying?
First of all, 'Hi' from a newbie :) I have worked using MSSQL and various languages for many years, however I have never had anything on paper to prove I know anything, I have always like working with SQL, probably because I'm a sadist :P so I have started on the DBA route. However this is a very basic question, but I have…
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Scam or real training?
I received a email from this site http://www.mytrainingbroker.com/BD/MTB_emailBD10.htm offering training from $ 89.00, I think is a scam, can somebody tell me about it? Thanks. Raul
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CWNP training kits now with free Wi-Spy Spectrum Analyzer
Now thru October 31st, all CWNP Self-Study Kits are just $199.99US, a savings of 15-40%. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!! Buy any self-study kit or exam voucher and you'll get a FREE Wi-Spy Spectrum Analyzer, which retails for $199.00 itself! Remember, this offer from the CWNP is only good thru October 31, 2007. I've been putting…
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Coming back to the Technology field after 7 years
Currently I am doing my research on Microsoft, Cisco... Certifications in order to comeback to the the field. I worked as a Sr. sales engineer and field engineer in the field of PBX, Call-Centers (No hands-on knowledge of routers, switches...etc) for a major Telecom manufacturer for 5 years up into 2000. Since then I got…
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Question about MS Second Shot
" Register for the Microsoft Second Shot offer between September 15, 2007, and January 30, 2008, and receive a free Second Shot at passing the exam if you do not pass on your first try." Does this mean you have to take the exam & if necessary the re-sit by the end of January or just have registered by the end of January &…
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jus passeed ccna
was my firsto time do a ccna and passed wiredly 987 so whats next and thanks to all in techexams. big up
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LPI 101 down
Impressions for what they are worth.... First up I am likely biased as I do not like Linux - sure it's free and has a lot of good tools I want to use but it's blatantly obvious there are too many fingers in the pie. Good to get that out of the way first ;) . I only ended up doing this course as the one server we have that…
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LPIC levels
Hi to all :D If someone have LPIC level 1, LPIC level 2 and now he go for LPIC level 3 after 10 years he must upgrade this certifications, in which way ? He must upgrade all levels LPIC 1 LPIC 2 and LPIC 3 to be up to date and wait another 10 years or he just upgrade LPIC 3 and all below certifications will be upgraded as…
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Veritas Storage Foundation Cert (SF-040X)
Dear all, haven't posted for a while but still watching the forums, always interesting :D As the company I now work for is using Veritas Volume Manager with Solaris on quite a few machines my boss will pay for the Veritas Storage Foundation Course at Symantec (the new owners of Veritas). I have learned that there is a…
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Cert Mode
I am in need of some advice/help I having a big problem trying to get into "cert mode" The last cert that I completed was the elusive mcse 2k3. That was back I think near the end of 05 or early 06. I knew once I obtained my mcse I would take a break. Thinking I would jump right back to it. That is where the problem lies. I…
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How do I get started
Hey there guys, I'm 23 and currently work as the opposition, you Know IT Sales, but I'd like to cross over and become an engineer, does anyone have any advice on how or where I should start? Eventually I'd like to be a cisco enginner but to be honest I don't have any Knowledge(to speak of) so it would be totally starting…
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Man Hacks 911 System, Sends SWAT on Bogus Raid
http://www.ocregister.com/news/home-emami-county-1894171-ellis-system
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Citrix exam 1y0256 100%
hey everybody what s up i got my certifcation 1y0256 i obtained 100%. Now i am looking for a job I have a proposition to work with citrix compagnies at dublin what do you think ? the citrix compagny is good ? salary ? evolution carreers ? work hard ? let me ur opinions please would to know more about this compagny
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Adobe vouchers
Anyone know of a place that sells Adobe test vouchers? I looked at getcertify4less.com and no vouchers there. This isn't for me, so I have no idea what test other than he wants to take a Cold Fusion test.
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Did you read this article....... windows-server-2008
http://www.trainsignaltraining.com/windows-server-2008-certifications-death-to-the-mcse/2007-06-19/
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Did you read this article....... windows-server-2008
http://www.trainsignaltraining.com/windows-server-2008-certifications-death-to-the-mcse/2007-06-19/
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SCNP ?
Hi Folks, I would be thankful if you could give me your valuable advise. I am a CCNA,Network+,Security+ I am appearing for CISSP in a couple of weeks. I would like to study for another certification .I dont have a work exp ...and looking for a job ......while searching for the job ....I was thinking of SCNP. What are ur…
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requirements for taking a+ certification
I'm a newbie here so sorry for asking a dumb question.... I want to know what are the requirements to take a+ certifications...not the technical requirements but like what information do you need...sss #, what kind of id..passport.. Thank you
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Got a degree!..now where to?? Another security Q)
Hi guys, Ok so im on my way to getting my degree. its a degree in Business Information Systems. Ok so i know its been said a million times but i want to go into infosec...possibly because my degree in BIS typically puts me in a position to be a Business Analyst, therefore i wouldlike to go into Security Consultant/Analyst.…
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What certifications to start with?
This is my first time posting on this site. I really need some expierience, strength and hope as far as what direction/order I need to go with these certifications. Presently I have none. I have been building computers, troubleshoting hardware/software, wireless networks, redundant backup systems, etc., within Windows…
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Test de recrutement de la societe citrix
bonjour quelqu'un a deja passe les test d'entretien technique pour la societe citrix a dublin si oui j aimerai savoir si vous pouvez répondre rapidement merci d'avance
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which exam
I have been using linux/unix for about 5 years. I admin FreeBSD systems currently, but I have admined: red hat, fedora, ubuntu, nexenta, and suse. I have setup installed and maintained linux/unix: firewalls, webservers, backup servers, databases, etc... Just wondering which if any of the linux certs I should persue...…
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Websense Certified Systems Engineer WCSE
Hi, Im wondering if there's anyone who has info about this certification, or if someone is holding this cert that can share his/her experience with the rest of us.
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CCIE is like the PHd of IT networking
except with a PHd there are millions of them. With a CCIE I doubt there are even 15000 of them. I was looking through a CCIE certification guide I had to put it down because stuff like that makes you crazy. maybe in a few years I can pick it up after I do my homework
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flash cards
printable flash cards http://www.flashcardexchange.com/ do your searches and see the cards i have found bgp, ospf to name a few
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CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ study guides, materials or cbt's?
Hi I was searching this forum and I couldn't find any free materials, study guides or computer based training cd courses on CEA-CompTIA DHTI+. Does anyone knows where I can them? Thank You
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GIAC GSEC Selfstudy
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CompTia Linux+
On a scale from 1 to 10, 10 being the hardest. How would you rate the Linux+ exam? I've heard it was a 10! Just want to know what others think?
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Linux & Me
Hi to all I was thinking and decide that I will follow Cisco & Linux path and put Microsoft aside , what do you think what is better in your opinion : 1. Microsoft & Cisco or 2. Cisco & Linux and Unix All the best :)
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1Y0-256 - Passed 98%
I like these tests more than Microsoft Tests...lol CCNA next...
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Evening / weekend courses....where?!
I'm from lovely Essex in the UK...i am looking at doing a evening / weekend course somewhere, but i damned if i can find any college that offer the MCE / MCSE course on a weekend or evening. Has anyone any suggestions? I'd probably need to go to college, as i spend all day fixing computers, servers etc so the motivation to…
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Just wanted to say HI
Hi guys, I just recently found this forum and decided to speak up after few weeks of just reading. I wanted to say hi. I'm in process of pursuing certifications as we all are, and your comments many times helped me. I'll try to help you as much as I will be able to. Talk to you soon Arvean
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GroupWise anyone
Anyone that can provide me some tips or general troubleshooting information? I already on the Novell GroupWise site. I need some help to troubleshoot and manage the Novell GroupWise on Win XP and possible Visita environment. Any CNA or CNE GW guy out there...? I'm only familiar with NetWare.... more Novell stuff is…
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Career in Information security
Hey guys. I'm thinking about making a career in information security. Am an MCP (70-270) and will be giving 70-270 coming Monday or Tuesday. Will be going for CCNA after this one and then working towards MCSE:Security with Security+ as an optional exam. Will be going for SCSA or RHCE after that perhaps. But the point is…
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recent graduate
I recently graduate college with BA in Fine arts. I have 5 years of teaching experience and did some IT work while teaching but no certification. I'm looking forward to become certified but have no idea what I should start with can anyone give me some suggestions. :D
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Transcender on Ebay?
There's some really cheap transcender stuff on Ebay. Is this stuff legit?
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Professional Portfolio
I have a question for all you experts here on this great forum. Especially to all you people that are out there in the field. Before I ask you, let me give you a bit of background so you understand why I'm asking the question. I have been in the I/T field for almost 4 years now. I spent 18 months doing helpdesk and that…
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Salary Increase
Hey guys, Does anyone know where I can find information on salary increases after receiving certificates? Thanks
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Can't find Nortel study materials
Hi, I'm going to start on the Nortel NCTS. My only problem is.....I can't find $hit. The only thing out there to use are braindumps. I searched for nortel and ncts books, and i don't even think they exist. The only thing i can find are webinars through nortel. How can i study for a cert if there are only braindumps
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Entire testout library for 495?
http://www.testout.com/cgi-bin/hazel.exe?action=serve&item=101954a.htm&CUSTID=ADVAN006 I received an email from them with this link after our company purchased the library for $1600+. Maybe this will help out others. Good luck!
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CISM
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Starting from scratch.
Hey everybody, I've joined this forum as a reference for CompTIA and I've been finding a lot of great stuff. I'm brand new to the world of certification and am about to start a self-study for my A+ cert and hope to have a future as an IT grunt in the near future. My question is this: If you were to start all over again, or…
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Your Lab setup
I am currently trying to get back into cert mode. Got married > wife is pregnant. Life’s been busy :D I have been having difficulty trying to figure out which route to take. I am looking at going for the MCSE: Exchange route to start with, But my old has been dismantled to make room for the baby. So space is becoming an…
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Certification Exam Expiry
Hi Please share information regarding validity/expiry of a certification (MCP/MCSE/CCNA). All might be aware that Microsoft is lauching server 2008. In that case, Will one certfied in server 2003 lose anything ?
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O.Reilly's A+, Network+, Security+ in a nutshell?
Hi everybody, I currently have no certifications and I'm studying for the Network+ cert. However, I don't know if I'm going to take the exams, because I just want to have the "knowledge" of it. I'm currently looking for a job as a desktop support/technician. Is this book good for reference and a good aid for desktop…
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RHCE expire?
My concern is on people taking RHCE on RHEL 4.0 now will have their cert expire with the release of RHEL 6.0. And it is estimate RHEL 5.0 will be released this december. And a guess estimate for RHEL 6.0 is end of next year. So people who get RHCE now will have it expire in one year? and the test cost 749$... which is very…
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Just one more reason we need good IT security pros
An interesting Computer World article on a Symantec Report: http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9036819 The report talks about the going rates for stolen bank accounts (up to $400), email passwords ($1 to $350 each) and that criminals are researching, developing and marketing…
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VPNs
I am studying for the CCNA, and hope to progress to CCNP, but when will i begin to learn about configuring VPNs? What is good reading material for VPNs? Thank you.
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Too many certifications?
I'm curious if anyone here thinks it's possible to have too many certifications. I ask, because I'm almost addicted to getting certified - the rush you get when you hit the submit button, the anticipation while you wait for your score, the proof that you knew enough about the subject to become certified on it. And then you…
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Is tech support/help desk the only way in?
Where I am living, the help desk/tech support type jobs are few and usually seem to have a lot of applicants (many with great experience). In my situation, I have no IT job experience. I would have no problem starting out at rock bottom with a help desk position. No problem at all! It is what I'm looking for. However, it…
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So far I feel I could have prepared better...How do you prep
So I have a few certs and I always feel I could have prepared better(I know I could have on two occasions), I end up reading the book- no practice tests or nothing and just some light review then I go and take the test. I think I need to get better at exam prep so I ask the TechExams community- How do you prep for a test?
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Help me in choosing the networking course
Hi Professionals Am a post graduate in Physics and i would like to do a course in networking. Am in dilemma in choosing the certification (MCSA/MCSE/CCNA/etc.). I have no knowledge about networking. Please throw light on the following: 1. Which certification will fetch me a job (am planning to visit Dubai for employment in…
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ctt+ tko 201
Hi can anyone please assist me!! I wrote my CTT+ tko- 201 exam on the 19th September 2007 and it was very difficult I studied very hard also purchased a simulated product which did not help at all - any advise on where I can get reliable informtion or study material My score was 643 out of 655 so I was very close. Please…
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CWNA RF Math?
How indepth should I study the RF math? Is there a pretty good focus on the CWNA (pw0-100) exam or just some basic rf math? Thanks in advance. JBeam
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Newbie! Some questions.
Hello All, I am somewhat "new" to this forum. I have been registered since 2004, but haven't posted anything. I have a few questions about certifications, suggestions are welcomed as i would like to be somewhat pointed in the right direction. I have an A.S. In Computer information technology. I am currently studying…
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Bootcamps
Can anyone please suggest a good MCSA/MCSE bootcamp? I was informed by my boss that if I get these certs then I get a promo, and I have a goal to get it by the end of the year. Any suggestions on a good, trustworthy bootcamp would be awesome. Thanks in advance. Ricky W.
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Microsoft Exam Discount Voucher
Hey All, I have tried to register for my next MS today with Prometric (I have taken my previous exams with VUE), and I have 3 discount vouchers remaining that came with the MS Press training kit. The problem is that when I tried to apply one of the vouchers (that I have not yet used), I was told that the voucher was either…
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Microsoft training: Take a "second shot" exam for
Microsoft training: Take a "second shot" exam for free Submitted by Micronet on Wed, 09/05/2007 - 1:33pm. So, if you want to get certified but aren't a great test taker, here is some good news for you. Microsoft and training company Prometric are offering what they call "a Second Shot" for taking certification tests.…
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Why did you fail your exams?
For those of you who have experienced a failed exam, I'm asking this so that I can learn from people's mistakes. (I make plenty of them myself) I haven't taken an exam yet. I'm just wondering what I should be focusing on. I'm just wondering what was the main reason why an exam was failed. Here is sort of what I'm wondering…
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Passing all msce in 18 months?????????
How long to take all the following Mcse exams 70-270 windows xp 70-290 70-291 70-293 70-294 70-297 70-298 need your input :)
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IPSec between DC's
Is setting up any IPSec policies between Domain Controllers ideal, recommended? Would this be redundant? Hold my hand as I walk down this unfamiliar concept. Thanks!
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virtual pc help
hi guys really stupid question but how do i log on to my virtual pc i cant press ctrl alt del as task manager just pops up on my host pc. sorry for the lame question guys, i could probably figure it out my self but trying to get though my 70-218 book
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Just some thought about certifications
i have been wondering why there is so much resistance to computer certifications i work in an environment were most here dont have certifications but have experience the guys here are knowledgeable about what they do but when the topic of certs comes up in convo the claws come out i understand that hr types rely on certs…
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Career In Network Security...plz advice
I want to establish a career in Network Security.At present I am doing N+.Shall I go for CCNA->CCSP or I will do Security+ before that?
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Certification question
What type of certification would be useful to get into a data center environment? Is that along the lines of CCNA, Server+, or Security+, or even MCSE ?
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Did I speak too soon?
I just passed my 70-219 exam yesterday. My thinking is that I should be an MCSE now... I've looked at the requirements page several times, but on my MCP Transcript page it does not show that I am an MCSE... It shows I passed the 219 but not that I am an MCSE... When I go to Welcome Kit it states I am not eligible for a new…
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MS Exam Costs in London !
Hi people, does anyone here know how much it Costs to appear for a Microsoft Exam in London. I need to know the amount in GBP. I know it costs 50$ here in India. Anyone who can provide an info please ? thanks a lot.
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Networking Path questions
I'm currently studying for the Network+ exam which I hope to take soon. After that, I was looking at CCNA & CCNP to help give me a solid foundation from which to launch my career. Are there any other certifications I should consider along with those mentioned above? I'm in college at the moment on Uncle Sam's dime (thank…
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HDD Corruption? - Windows XP workstation.
Never seen this issue before so I want to confirm that I am thinking of the right issue. Background - Sometime between 11:15pm and 8:24am this XP system restarted by itself. Reviewed the logs and did not find throw any errors. However, browsing the contents (c:\windows, system32, documents and settings, root) all have…
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PWO-050 WIRELESS
Many thanks for your earlier replies, when will Techexams be writing some technotes, on the PWO-050 exams?
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Citrix VHD
This article is about preconfigured VHDs that are available for download: http://www.brianmadden.com/content/article/A-brief-look-inside-Citrixs-Evaluation-Virtual-Appliances It is a 30 day eval, but should still be a valuable training aid.
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Citrix - Multiple ICA Connections for Applications
Does anyone know any easy way to allow the server clipboard the be shared between mutliple ICA connections for different applications on PS 4.5? Regards, Luke
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Cant ping switch, but it's forwarding frames!
Team, I have a DELL powerconnects 3048, which is forwarding frame properly, but I cant ping it.My career depends on it just kidding, it's real annoying to see that switch as the only red icon on SNMP. PLease help!!
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PrepLogic free exam voucher promotion
Preplogic is giving away free exam vouchers if you purchase a practice test. Their tests cost about $99. The promotion ends on Thursday. Since I'm thinking about going for Security+ at some point, I decided to give it a try. I hope I didn't just waste $99. After the order processed, I had a link to download a form to mail…
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how to get started
Hi everybody. I'm still a student and I want to get started on passing some of the cetificates, to easier find a job after I finish my university. What I'm interested in: internet, security, linux Now, I would like to know what exams should I take in order to be any closer to my interesations. I don't have any certificate…
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Passed 1y0-259 !
Wooohoo, passed the 1y0-259 PS 4.5 Administration exam today with 78% (68% needed to pass). There were a total of 66 questions ranging from printing to load evaluators, I found the exam fairly straight forward but some of the questions were very weirdly worded! I've just have to complete the eLearning course now and I'll…