IT Certification FAQ
Q: What is the best book to prepare for Exam 70-270 (Windows XP Pro)?
Q: 70-210 - what is the test format like?
Q: [mcp id] How long after you pass a test does it take microsft to get you a mcp id number?
Q: 70-217 & 70-219 - Which is tougher? Taking both of these within a couple of days of each other in two weeks time. Which one should I spend more time on studying.
Q: 70-224 how was it? I know some ppl here took that exam recently. How would you rate the exam? Recommended materials?
Q: [w2k exams] I've succeeded in 3 exams so far (210,215,270). Does anybody know when the w2k exams are going to stop being offered? I wanna get an mcse on w2k.
Q: [MCSE - is it worth it?] I am new to this whole MCSE business. I have worked in the IT world since about 1997 but I've sort of ignored the certification craze. I make pretty good pay. What real benefits will I get if I work my butt off to become a MSCE? Is it worth it?
Q: [70-270] I'm planning on writing the 70-270 exam soon. Any helful advice?
Q: [NT4] Just wondering how often you guys are seeing NT4 networks? I do alot of outsourcing for small companies , and I have yet to see any of my customers running NT , although almost every job posting I come across requires some NT4 experience? I well on my way to obtaining my MCSE,MCSA (win2k)but concerned that I'm leaving NT4 out, should I be concerned?
Q: [score] I must be looking in the wrong place, but what score is currently required for passing on MCSE tests (70-210 for example). I can't find it on Microsoft MCSE site nor on the Thomson Prometric site. Also, what is the allotted time for taking the test.
Q: How Important is the MCSD? I am considering getting this cert but I am not sure how important this cert is in getting a job. Is this as important as the MgbSCE in getting your foot in the door. I want to get in software development but I do not the empahsis on this cert. I see more emphasis on actual ability and experience.
Q: [MCSA>MCSE] I have just completed exam 70-218 and I am now MCSA certified. I would now like to aim for my MCSE. Since the 2003 exams have been released, which 2003 exams will I need to take to become MCSE certified? OR would I have to take the 2000 exams (such as 70-216, 217 etc.)?
Q: [70-215 how difficult?] How hard is the win2k server test (70-215)? How long did you guys prepare for the test and what is your study sources?
Q: [taking an exam without taking any class] I want to take the 70-215 exam without taking any class, but just studying by myself. What do you think? Will be hard? Anyone does this way? Any advice? How much time do you think I'll need considering that i have already experience on atleast half of the stuff examined in the exam.
Q: What's the best track for MCP--MCSA--MCSE--MCDBA?
Q: [2000 or XP] A friend of mine is embarking on their MCSE. What do you people think would be the best exam to take nowadays, the 2KPRO or XP exams ? I would have thought that there are more PRO boxes out in the field but do you think a XP cert would be better?
Q: [70-215 tips] I'm going to take 70-215 server certification in 2 days, does anyone have any tips for what I should read or study for repeating the stuff?
Q: [70-217 book] Anyone know of a good book for 70-217?
Q: [how long it took] I was just curious as to how long it took people to finally become MCSE certified. I am about to begin my studies, and am wondering how long I should expect to be studying for.
Q:[MCSE>MCSA?] I am already an MCSE. Is there any point to getting my MCSA? All I need is to pass 70-218.
Q: [MCSE books] I have passed my Network+ and A+ exams, and am now studying for my MCP 70-210 exam. I want to carry on after i have done that, and am just looking at some books to buy. I think the Sybex ones are going to be the best - anyone any opions?
Q: [MCSE tests - format and scoring] I looked up all the info I could find on the MCSE tests but I haven't found the format. Are they multiple choice. How long does it take to get results. What is the scoring format like.
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