| Microsoft has announced the first MS Vista | | | | announced what some considered a hasty end to |
| certifications exams. Learn about Microsoft's | | | | the NT 4.0 certification. This time around, |
| newest certifications from Chris Bryant, CCIE | | | | Microsoft's website makes a point of saying that |
| #12933. | | | | "although progressive organizations will adopt |
| Microsoft Vista certification is on the way, and | | | | Windows Vista immediately, Windows XP will |
| Microsoft recently announced the first Vista | | | | continue to be a driving force in IT for years to |
| exams. In keeping with trends in certification, | | | | come". MS hasn't announced any further |
| these particular exams are designed for different | | | | information how Vista will affect XP or Server |
| job roles. These exams are scheduled to be | | | | certifications, but I suspect they won't be quite as |
| released in "early 2007", according to Microsoft's | | | | fast to stop supporting earlier certifications. |
| website: | | | | Microsoft does make some recommendations to |
| MCITP - Microsoft Certified IT Professional - | | | | candidates currently working on their MCDST |
| "Consumer Support Technician" and "Enterprise | | | | certification. If you're working on that cert, visit |
| Support Technician" certifications | | | | the Microsoft Learning website to read more. |
| MCTS - Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist - | | | | Even if your organization is happy with their |
| "Windows Vista, Configuration" | | | | current network operating system, you should still |
| Unfortunately, there are no blueprints or details | | | | be making long-term plans to get certified in |
| available right now detailing the differences | | | | Microsoft Vista. The first step in assuring yourself |
| between the Consumer Support and Enterprise | | | | of a long career in IT is planning to meet changes |
| Support certifications. | | | | and challenges along the way. Nothing stays the |
| Those of you who were around when MS went | | | | same, especially in networking! |
| to Server 2000 may remember that MS | | | | |