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Learn More About the MCSA 2003 Certification

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Learn More about the MCSA Certification

The new Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA 2003) on Microsoft Windows® Server 2003 credential will advance your career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully manage and troubleshoot system environments running on the Windows Server 2003 operating system.

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Requirements of the Certification

 

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA 2003) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows® Server 2003–based operating environments.
An MCSA 2003 candidate should have 12 months of experience working with a desktop operating system, a network operating system, and an existing network infrastructure.

Exams Courses Hours
Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment. Course 2274: Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment.

40

Course 2275: Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment.

24

Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. Course 2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts.

16

Course 2277:  Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services.

40

Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional Course 2285: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional.

16

 

Exam 70-227: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2000, Enterprise Edition. Course 2159: Deploying and Managing  Microsoft Internet Security and acceleration Server 2000.

24

Exams are Recommended by KIT  

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160

Updating from 2000 to 2003
Exam 70-292: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment for an MCSA Certified on Windows 2000. Workshop 2209: Updating Systems Administrator Skills from Microsoft Windows 2000 to Windows Server 2003.

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  • Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.

  • Access to technical and product information direct from Microsoft through a security-enhanced area of the MCP Web site.

  • Access to exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies.

  • MCSA on Windows 2000 certificate, transcript, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify you as a Microsoft Certified Professional to colleagues or clients. Electronic files of logos and transcript may be downloaded from the MCP Secured Site upon certification.

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  • How is Microsoft Windows Server 2003 different from Microsoft Windows 2000?
    The Microsoft Windows Server™ 2003 family takes the best of  Windows 2000 Server technology and makes it easier to deploy,manage, and use. For more information.

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  • I am an MCSA on Windows 2000. Will I need additional skills and experience to be certified on Windows Server 2003?
    Yes. Although your Windows 2000 skills are highly relevant and provide a solid foundation for an upgrade to Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 has significant new or changed technologies.
    The skills you acquire while working with Windows 2000 will be highly relevant to and provide a solid foundation for a migration to Windows Server 2003. Additional study may be necessary to be fully prepared.

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