Overview:  A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Windows Vista, Configuration (MCTS:  Windows Configuration) possesses the knowledge and skills to configure Windows Vista for optimal performance on the desktop, including installing, managing, and configuring the new security, network, and application features in Windows Vista.

Microsoft Exam Requirement:  70-620 Microsoft Windows Vista Client, Configuring

VTEC Courses:  5115 & 5116

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Technology Specialist:  Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuration

Overview:  The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuration (MCTS:  Exchange Server 2007) possesses the knowledge and skills to operate as the second tier of support between the mailbox operator and the messaging administrator.  An MCTS in Exchange Server 2007 also installs, configures and administers an enterprise messaging environment that includes managing messaging security with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007.

Microsoft Exam Requirements:  70-236 Exchange Server 2007, Configuring

VTEC Courses:  5047 & 5051

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Technology Specialist:  Microsoft Office SharePoint 2007, Configuration

Overview:  A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuration (MCTS:  SharePoint 2007, Configuration) possesses a deep and broad understanding about properly configuring Microsoft Office SharePoint 2007 in a corporate environment.  The qualified candidate for certification typically has a general understanding of Office SharePoint Server 2007 and how to administer Microsoft SQL Server, as well as knowledge about security and Microsoft .NET 2.0 as they relate to SharePoint Server 2007.  A general understanding of configuring these technologies is also possessed:  ISA Server, Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Administration, Microsoft IIS, network load-balancing for application and back-up restoration of data.

Microsoft Exam Requirements:  70-630 Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring

VTEC Courses:  5061

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Technology Specialist:  Windows Vista and 2007 Microsoft Office System Desktops, Deploying and Maintaining

Overview:  A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Deploying and Maintaining Windows Vista Client and 2007 Microsoft Office System Desktops certification (MCTS:  Deploying and Maintaining Windows Vista and 2007 Office Desktops) possesses the knowledge and skills to successfully deploy and maintain client desktops using the appropriate Microsoft tools during the various stages of the deployment lifecycle.

Microsoft Exam Requirements:  70-624 Deploying and Maintaining Windows Vista Client and 2007 Microsoft Office Systems Desktops

VTEC Courses:  5105 & 5058

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Technology Specialist:  Microsoft Office SharePoint 2007, Application Development

Overview:  A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Application Development (MCTS:  SharePoint 2007, Application Development) possesses a deep and broad understanding of developing applications utilizing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.  This certification verifies the abilities of a corporate developer or consultant to build Web portals and integrate business applications using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, including building business intelligence solutions, targeting content based on membership, and customizing functionality. 

Microsoft Exam Requirements:  70-542 Microsoft Office SharePoint 2007, Application Development

Course:  (Self-Study)

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