http://www.techexams.net/ en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:17:13 GMT vBulletin 30 http://www.techexams.net/images/misc/rss.png http://www.techexams.net/ http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90357-taking-98-365-hour-so.html Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:38:59 GMT Used labs, the WGU provided stuff, and horusthesun's magnificent thread. Looks to be a manageable test. ]]> Other Microsoft Electives Cpl.Klinger http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90357-taking-98-365-hour-so.html http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90334-passed-mta-security-fundamentals.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:04:04 GMT Passed MTA Security Fundamentals.

Used CBT Nuggets and Sybex Microsoft Windows Security Essentials.

Now going to enjoy Father's Day and then start work on MCTS tomorrow! ]]> Other Microsoft Electives MCP2000 http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90334-passed-mta-security-fundamentals.html http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90024-sccm-server-08-r2-certs.html Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:29:49 GMT I've been wondering which of these certs would be best and more rewarding to take. I am leaning towards system Admin future roles and would like to start with Server 08 but, the company I have started working for, heavily depends on SCCM and my boss had already mentioned getting me trained. So I would like to get a head start and start doing to reading and research on SCCM so that I will have a good feel for it by the time I start my training, but I'm also worried that I will get started with Server 08 and will be asked to go train for SCCM. it's quite a concern for me right now so, any advice would be very much appreciated. ]]> Other Microsoft Electives ForeverIT27 http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/90024-sccm-server-08-r2-certs.html http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/89851-mta-98-349-os-just-passed-reflections-inside.html Sat, 01 Jun 2013 11:36:15 GMT Hello everyone!

Well, I've just passed the exam today with a score of 93, and I wanted to share my experience and thoughts.


What did I use to study?

1) The Microsoft Windows Operating System Essentials book by Tom Wiley (Sybex). It covered the topics well enough, but I feel there was too much fluff in that book. What I did to overcome the fluff and boredom, was to do...

2) Hands-on. Whenever the textbook started explaining stuff step by step, I would perform each step and download each tool to try it out. Because after all, it's the technical skills and hands-on that matters in the end isn't it?

3) I tried using the videos on Youtube, but the speaker was just droning on and on and reading off the slides on the video, which was basically lifted from Tom Wiley's book anyway. Don't waste your time on this.

4) I did the sample questions from Certiport. The answers were so obvious, they might as well have just put a big tick beside the answers anyway. Try it out if you have extra time!

With the book and some hands-on, I felt prepared for the exam.


Why take this exam at all? Isn't it a waste of money?

It's a matter of perception. I have a Diploma in IT Security, a Network+ certification and am currently studying my Part Time Bachelor's in Information Systems. I've taken on jobs here and there, but nothing related to Desktop/Server/Network support.

But nothing from my courses and experience would have thoroughly prepared me for this certificate, even though I've been using Windows XP and 7 for years. I even do some troubleshooting/fixing for friends and family!

Still, for example, I've never used nor heard of...

- Windows Easy Transfer,
- Microsoft Management Console,
- Microsoft App Compatibility Toolkit,
- MED-V and APP-V.

Arguably I could have learnt about all those in other exams, but at least this certificate gave me a light introduction, before I undertake the tougher exams; where there are plenty more new topics that I'll have to crunch through.


Who should take this exam?

1) Students,
2) Anyone who believes that their foundation knowledge is lacking,
3) Anyone who must have a "Microsoft Certified Professional" title on their resume within 1-2 weeks,
4) Anyone who hasn't gotten a technical job and doesn't know where to start out.


What do I go on to next?

MTA 98-365 (Server Administration) first, then MCTS 70-680.


What value do I expect from this certificate?

I'm not expecting IT/HR managers to flood my inbox with job offers. Instead, I've gained the following:

1) A good foundation and introduction to Windows 7,
2) A light (and needed) introduction to the tools in Windows 7, like Powershell and Group Policy,
3) A good introduction to taking an exam from Microsoft,
4) A morale boost!


I feel the third point is important, because exams are stressful, and knowing the environment beforehand (e.g. types of questions, user interface of the exam) can be very helpful in making you comfortable.



With that, I hope my post will help future students in their decision on taking up this exam. Cheers! ]]> Other Microsoft Electives nebula105 http://www.techexams.net/forums/other-microsoft-electives/89851-mta-98-349-os-just-passed-reflections-inside.html