Berikut ini tanggapan MS Yang menarik.. perhatikan MCSE itu bertujuan memberikan pengetahuan untuk "produk MS" bukan generic knowledge.... 8-) IMW ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ http://www.coriolis.com/tellmicrosoft/microsoft_response.asp Dear Mr. Weiskamp and Coriolis Web site visitors, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and concerns regarding our recent decisions on the Microsoft certification program. We are noting the concerns and strong reactions that are expressed on the Coriolis Web site and would like to take the opportunity to help your readers understand our recent program changes. We would also like to use this opportunity to share Microsoft's perspective on the definition of the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and the qualities of a meaningful certification credential. Microsoft created the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification to provide leading systems engineers with a credential that would acknowledge their skills with Microsoft products. The credential was also intended to offer organizations a means to identify IT professionals who have the technical abilities to help them take advantage of the most advanced Microsoft technology and compete successfully in their industry. With Windows 2000, Microsoft has created a business operating system for the next generation of PC computing that provides organizations with huge benefits and opportunities. To ensure that the MCSE certification is recognized as a leading IT professional credential with value and credibility, it is critical that MCSEs be up to date on the most advanced technology available. While we are aware that organizations make decisions to upgrade to a new technology based on numerous factors, we foresee that individuals who keep their certification current before their employer decides to upgrade will have a major advantage by being able to demonstrate that they are prepared to perform the upgrade. We expect any individuals who choose to certify in the MCSE track to assume a leadership role in helping their employers or clients stay competitive. And maintaining current certification shows that those individuals are fully equipped with the needed skills to meet that challenge. MCSEs are leaders in their field -- not followers. Some customers have expressed concern regarding the one-test-opportunity policy of Exam 70-240: Microsoft Windows 2000 Accelerated Exam for MCPs Certified on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. To understand why this policy was instated, it is important to understand the accelerated exam's purpose and how it will help MCPs to upgrade. A major software release like Windows 2000 is a key element of the premier MCSE credential; comprehensive testing of upgraded skills is essential. Microsoft realizes that the new track will require considerable effort by current and aspiring MCSEs to meet the Windows 2000 certification requirements. However, for most MCPs, the major effort will be in acquiring the new skills -- not in taking the certification exams. Historically, candidates upgrading their certification were required to be tested on the entire set of questions just the same as new candidates pursuing the certification for the first time. With the launch of the Windows 2000 track, we are offering the accelerated exam as a convenient way for candidates to make the transition to the Windows 2000 track. Offering this exam also acknowledges that candidates who have passed all three Windows NT 4.0 exams have some of the relevant skills required by the new Windows 2000 MCSE track. As part of our commitment to giving MCPs long-term benefits in return for their commitment to the program, Microsoft is offering the accelerated exam free to eligible candidates. Exam 70-240: Microsoft Windows 2000 Accelerated Exam for MCPs Certified on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 should be considered a convenient alternative to taking the four core exams, not a shortcut to achieving certification. However, to protect exam security and integrity, candidates are allowed to take the accelerated exam one time only. Individuals who regard the accelerated exam as too comprehensive or who fail the exam have the option of taking the four core exams individually, if they choose. Some MCSEs have expressed confusion on your site about the invitation-only beta exams. To clear up any confusion related to the selection criteria, I'd like to provide some background information on how candidates were selected to be invited to take the beta exams. The function of a beta exam is to collect data that can be used to predict how test candidates will perform on test questions before the exam is delivered in its live version. The sampling technique Microsoft used in the beta invitation process is supported by several decades of research in the study of educational and psychological measurement theory and statistics. Our goal was to ensure that the composition of the beta sample was as representative as possible of the ultimate target audience. We believe it is the Microsoft Certified Professional program's responsibility to retain the value and relevance of the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer credential as well as all other Microsoft Certified Professional credentials. The decisions the program has made ensure that MCSEs and organizations will continue to benefit from this credential in the future. Windows 2000 provides enormous opportunities for Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers to help their companies and clients take advantage of a business operating system for the next generation of PC computing. MCSEs who have planned for and made the transition to Windows 2000 will have a significant advantage over uncertified individuals. MCSEs will need to invest time and effort in Windows 2000 as well, but we are confident that the ultimate payoff will be significant. For more information on the updates to the MCSE program, please visit: http://www.microsoft.com/mcp/certstep/mcsechanges.htm. Thank you for this opportunity to respond to your concerns. Sincerely, Donna M. 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