Certification Tip: What 10-year product lifecycles mean for MCPs

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June 17, 2004 Published by  SearchWin2000.com Certification Tip NEWS     TOPICS     ASK THE EXPERTS     TIPS     WEBCASTS     WHITE PAPERS     IN THIS ISSUE:   > What 10-year product lifecycles mean for MCPs   > If at first you don't succeed -- try again for free!   > When to make the leap to a new job   > Ask the expert: Should I complete the Win2000 track or move on to the 2003 track?   > Crash Course: Passwords SPONSORED BY:  SearchWin2000.com Product and Vendor Guide Find the latest security products on the market. Do you worry about your security solution? Are you aware of the latest security products on the market? Security solutions apply to every IT pro. The SearchWin2000.com Product and Vendor Guide enables you to research the latest security products and communicate with vendors all in one place. Visit Today! What 10-year product lifecycles mean for MCPs [Ed Tittel] When Microsoft announced it was moving to a 10-year lifecycle for product support, Windows NT 4.0 customers around the world heaved a vast sigh of relief. But the devil is in the details. Find out the implications for those working on MS certifications in this tip. If at first you don't succeed -- try again for free! [Ed Tittel] It's rare that test-takers get a reward for failing. However, for a brief time between April 30th and July 1st, MCP candidates in the United States who sign up for, take, and fail any single Windows 2003 core exam at Pearson VUE can re-take that exam for free! Find out more details in this tip. When to make the leap to a new job [Krissi Danielsson] It's normal not to be happy with your job 100% of the time. If, however, you find yourself facing the Monday Blues every day of the week, you may have a problem. But how can you know when it's time to make a job change? Ask the expert: Should I complete the Win2000 track or move on to the 2003 track? [Ed Tittel] Dear Ed, I have my MCP Windows 2000 professional certification. I'm a bit confused; should I complete the Windows 2000 track or should I move on to the Windows 2003 track? TOPICS: Crash Course: Passwords Are password problems driving you crazy? Get the scoop from our tipsters and site experts, and learn how to be a password pro. TOPICS: Learning guide: Migrating to Windows Server 2003 Considering Windows Server 2003? We have gathered a wealth of helpful information to assist you through the process, from planning to post-implementation troubleshooting. TOPICS: Know-IT-All Chapter Quiz: Bulletproof remote security Remote network access doesn't have to be a technical headache; it can also be a security nightmare. Learn how to dodge the bullets in this information-packed chapter of the week from "MCSE Windows Server 2003 All-in-One Exam Guide" by Brian Culp, et al. Want to get a free copy of this book? Take the quiz and send us your score for a chance to win! Contact Us Sales For sales inquiries, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Editorial For feedback about any of our articles or to send us your article ideas, please contact us at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Free E-Newsletters! Select e-newsletters you would like to receive via e-mail! SearchWin2000: SQL Server Tip Not a Member? We'll activate your membership with your subscription. ABOUT THIS E-NEWSLETTER This e-newsletter is published by SearchWin2000.com, a targeted Web site from TechTarget, the most targeted IT media and events company. Copyright 2004 TechTarget. All rights reserved. To unsubscribe from "Certification Tip": Go to unsubscribe: http://searchWin2000.techtarget.com/u?track=NL-126 Please note, unsubscribe requests may take up to 24 hours to process; you may receive additional mailings during that time. A confirmation e-mail will be sent when your request has been successfully processed. Contact Us: SearchWin2000 MemberServices 117 Kendrick Street, Suite 800 Needham, MA 02494