Monday, May 26, 2008

Exam 70-620: Windows Vista Configuration

Officially launched January 4, 2007, Exam 70-620: Microsoft Windows Vista, Configuring earns Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Vista, Configuration certification.

The certification is aimed at technical staff having at least a year of experience providing phone support in organizations ranging from retail stores to enterprise-scale environments.

Microsoft recommends candidates have experience

  • Repairing network issues
  • Troubleshooting Windows desktops
  • Configuring security and applications
  • Repairing logon problems
  • Resetting passwords
  • Eliminating desktop program conflicts

To successfully pass the exam, candidates must demonstrate proficiency

  • Installing and upgrading the new OS
  • Configuring and troubleshooting Vista's post-installation system settings
  • Configuring security features (including user account controls, Windows Defender and Windows Firewall).

Technology professionals must also demonstrate expertise configuring

  • Network connectivity
  • Applications included with Vista (including Windows Mail, Windows Meeting Space, Windows Calendar, Windows Fax and Scan and Windows Sidebar)
  • Mobile computing features.

Further, candidates must also prove their ability to maintain and optimize Vista performance.

Read more here.

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