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Migration Paths from VMware v5 Certification to v6
Migration Paths from VMware v5 Certification to v6
Upgrading from VCP5 to VCP6: Only one exam is required. There is no course attendance required (but it is recommended). There will be five VCP6 migration options across the four technology tracks: Data Center Virtualization (DCV), Desktop and Mobility
Upgrading to VCIX6: For anyone certified as a VCAP5 one exam is required. There is no course attendance required (but it is recommended).
Upgrading to VCDX6: If you hold a VCDX5, you will only need to take the VCIX6 Design exam in the corresponding solution track.
More information can be found here
VMware Exam Retirement Announcement
VMware Exam Retirement Announcement
Effective March 2, 2015 the following certification exams will be retired and no new registrations accepted:
- VCID510 – VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 – Cloud Infrastructure Design
- VCIA510 – VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 – Cloud Infrastructure Administration
- VDTA510 – VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 – Desktop Administration
- VDTD510 – VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 – Desktop Design
CASP (CAS-001) Exam to Retire June 20
CASP (CAS-001) Exam to Retire June 20
An update to the CompTIA CASP certification exam launched January 20, 2015 (CAS-002) with the old exam (CAS-001) set to retire on June 20, 2015. CASP is a mastery level exam that validates advanced competency and skill in IT security. The new exam (CAS-002) addresses the latest enterprise-level cybersecurity threats.
More information here
Network+ (N10-006) launchs February 28
Network+ (N10-006) launchs February 28
The new version of Network+ (N10-006) will launch on February 28, 2015, the new exam has been updated to reflect the current thinking of industry professionals as well as to reflect technologies used today, with a greater emphasis on practical knowledge, especially how to identify and use elements of a network infrastructure.
More information here
Changes in Microsoft Exam Timing
Changes in Microsoft Exam Timing
To help you plan for your exams Microsoft are standardising exam timing by type, as well as changing how time is allocated during upgrade exams.
More information here
MS Press Discounts for MCPs
MS Press Discounts for MCPs
Microsoft have launced a new campaign to enhance the benefits, recognize the members, and better connect with the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) community. MCPs can now receive a 40% discount on print books (free shipping within the US) and a 50% discount on e-books (EPUB, PDF, or MOBI files) from the Microsoft Press Store.
Find out how to access your discount here
(ISC)² - CISSP and SSCP Exam Updates
(ISC)² - CISSP and SSCP Exam Updates
The (ISC)² - CISSP and SSCP exam is being updated to stay relevant amidst the changes occurring in the information security field. Effective April 15, 2015, the CISSP and SSCP exams will be based on new exam blueprints.
Refer to the Exam Outline and FAQs for details.
Free Second Shot for MCP exams
Free Second Shot for MCP exams
For a limited time, get a free retake on a Certification exam if you don't pass the first time. Take any applicable Microsoft Certification exam between January 5, 2015 and May 31, 2015 and, if you don't pass, you'll have 30 days to schedule a "retake" of the exam for free.
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CCNP Routing and Switching Certification Exams Upgrade
CCNP Routing and Switching Certification Exams Upgrade
The current Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching certification exams (642-902 ROUTE, 642-813 SWITCH, and 642-832 TSHOOT) retire on January 29, 2015, and this will be the last day to take these exams. Beginning January 30, 2015, you will be able to register only for the CCNP Routing and Switching v2.0 certification exams (300-101 ROUTE, 300-115 SWITCH, and 300-135 TSHOOT).
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TechNet Gallery - resources for IT professionals
TechNet Gallery - resources for IT professionals
The TechNet Gallery is the place to go to browse the latest updates, download installations instructions and tools and much more. You can download resources and applications for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, SharePoint, System Center, Office, and other products. Find resources written in VB Script, PowerShell, SQL, JavaScript, or other script languages.
Visit: gallery.technet.microsoft.com
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