Certification Tip: Finding Windows practice software

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July 01, 2004 Published by  SearchWin2000.com Certification Tip NEWS     TOPICS     ASK THE EXPERTS     TIPS     WEBCASTS     WHITE PAPERS     Issue Sponsored By:   > Windows Job Opportunities! IN THIS ISSUE:   > Finding Windows practice software   > Perks for Microsoft Certified Professionals   > What course should I follow to obtain a Windows 2000 MCSE?   > Sure-fire skills for IT success in 2004   > Know-IT-All Chapter Quiz: Learn SQL tricks from The Guru! Finding Windows practice software [Ed Tittel] Where can you get Windows software for low or no cost to use in a home or practice lab? This turns out to be a more interesting question than you might expect. Furthermore, the answers differ depending on the version of Windows you're using.   Windows Job Opportunities! Gain immediate access to thousands of Windows job listings at the SearchWin2000.com Career Center powered by Dice. Make your job search easier with our Career Center resources. Sign up today!   Perks for Microsoft Certified Professionals [Ed Tittel] If you've passed at least one currently valid MCP exam and have a valid Microsoft passport account, it's worth your while to check out the newly redesigned MCP Member Home. This tip provides a quick overview of what you'll find there. What course should I follow to obtain a Windows 2000 MCSE? [Ed Titel] Dear Ed, I have taken the 210, 215, 216, 217, plus the Exchange 2000 and SQL. I now need to take my last class towards an MCSE 2000. I would like to do programming SQL as my second elective. However, I was told by my instructor that I can only do a design class such as Active Directory. Sure-fire skills for IT success in 2004 [Robert Westervelt] These days, most IT workers are either looking for new jobs or trying to insulate themselves against the threat of being laid off or outsourced. Fortunately, there are high-tech skills and certifications that should help you stay on top of the game. Read more about them here! TOPICS:  Know-IT-All Chapter Quiz: Learn SQL tricks from The Guru! Are you a true SQL master? If not, it's time to gather 'round and listen up! This week's featured book is 'The Guru's Guide to SQL Server Architecture and Internals' by best-selling author Ken Henderson. Want a free copy of this book? Take the challenging chapter quiz and send us your score for a chance to win! TOPICS:  Crash Course: Spyware Spyware can be seen as a malicious thief, or as helpful if an employee is stealing company info. Read these tips and advice to learn more about spyware and how to protect yourself. NEWS:  How virtualization is changing IT Virtualization software is winning new fans in IT because it simplifies the process of deploying new applications. And the savings on maintenance and other costs are welcome. 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: Administrator Tips 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