The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification is the New Generation certification of Microsoft which emphasizes on specific skill sets and job roles.
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications on Windows Server 2008 demonstrate an IT professional's in-depth, current skills on Active Directory, network infrastructure, or applications infrastructure.
So Microsoft has come with an easy upgrade path for MCSE/MCSA certified candidates to multiple MCTS certification
Upgrading Your MCSA on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist
Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist
The benefits:
Upon the completion of our MCTS certifications on Windows Server 2008 course, students will know proper understanding of Network Infrastructure, Active Directory and Applications Platform technology in Windows Server 2008 and also how to demonstrate skills as a systems administrator with a specific focus on implementing a Microsoft windows 2008 Network infrastructure.
Prerequisites:
There is a significant technology gap between Windows 2000 Server and Windows Server 2008, only IT professionals with specific Microsoft Certifications on Windows Server 2003 can utilize this transition or upgrade paths. In addition, there is no upgrade path from messaging or security specializations to Windows Server 2008 certifications.
| MCSE/MCSA 2003 to windows Server 2008 Course content |
| If you have this certification |
Exam needed |
Earn these MCTS certifications |
| MCSA on Windows Server 2003 |
Exam 70-648: TS: Upgrading Your MCSA on Windows Server |
1. MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active |
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2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist |
1. Directory, Configuration
2. MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration |
MCSE on Windows Server 2003 |
Exam 70-649: TS: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist |
1. MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
2.MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
3. MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration |