Server 2k8 Training

[Reaper]

Has anyone heard of or been on any good Server 2K8 training courses? I've seen a couple on Learning tree etc but have been put off by a lot of work on AD which I already know from 2K3. Ideally we're looking at something on updating 2K3 to 2K8.

 

 

Thanks

[kesomir]

I have the MCITP Books for Windows server 2008 Enterprise Administrator + the MCTS Configuring windows vista client one.

 

I'm not studying for the exams, but they make a handy bookshelf addition and I have no major complaints about the format or content.

 

(exams 70-620/640/642/643/647).

 

For you however, you just need the conversion set which is a different path and different exams - I would imagine that the MS books for that would suit you better.

[PiqueABoo]

There was for 2K -> 2k3 so there must be 2K3->2K8 upgrade paths for MCSA/Es that mostly concentrate on the new bits (and any bits they think folk are mostly rubbish at on 2K3). I'd look into something like that.

[MNHughes]

I'm thinking about MCSE 2003 should I wait and take MCSE 2008?

[dalsoth]

No, take the MCSE 2003 and then upgrade as necessary. If you work on 2008 stuff then fair enough do those new exams. If you work with 2003 i would do that. Server 2003 will be around for a long time to come and it would look better on your CV if you had both the 2003 and then the 2008 later.

 

Remember folks you can also self study if you don't want or can't afford to pay for courses. Great forum for help with self study for all sorts of certs is certforums. Many members here also post there.

 

Hope that was some help.

[Kitkatninja]

I'm thinking about MCSE 2003 should I wait and take MCSE 2008?

 

Personally I would do the MCSE then do the upgrade exams. Windows 2003 will be around for at least another 5 years, plus unlike the new MCTS/MCITP credentials the MCSE will not retire.

 

BTW, there is no MCSE 2008, there's the MCITP: SA and the MCITP: EA, unlike the MCSA/MCSE route the SA & the EA are aimed at 2 different job roles.

 

-ken

[SYNACK]

Another thing to consider is that the 2003 MCSE does not have an expirey date where as the new qualification does, 3-5 years I think for the newer one. I am not sure whether they offer a refresher course or if you have to do the whole next batch to stay certified.

[Kyle]

NEOS-IT in Worcester do good courses on 2008. Good prices for education as well.

[Leeoakley]

we run this, it may be suitable for you;

 

Windows 2008: Updating skills from Windows 2003

 

give me a call if your want further info tel:01905 726222

Edited February 27, 2009 by Leeoakley

[MatthewL]

I've just bought Windows Server 2008 Administrator's Companion a Microsoft book, reading it things look good, just waiting to get Server 2008 so I can play

[Reaper]

we run this, it may be suitable for you;

 

Windows 2008: Updating skills from Windows 2003

 

give me a call if your want further info tel:01905 726222

 

 

I don't think you posted the link correctly

[FragglePete]

NEOS-IT in Worcester do good courses on 2008. Good prices for education as well.

 

I'm booked in for their Exchange 2007 course next month. Prices indeed are very good for education, will report back here when complete.

 

Pete

[Diello]

NEOS-IT in Worcester do good courses on 2008. Good prices for education as well.

 

They do look very good! Thanks - been looking for a decent, good priced, trainer for my new Senior Tech.

 

Now... if it was just a bit closer!

[Leeoakley]

Here i'll try again.

Windows 2008: Updating Administration Skills From Windows 2003

sorry about that.

 

 

They do look very good! Thanks - been looking for a decent, good priced, trainer for my new Senior Tech.

 

Now... if it was just a bit closer!

 

We can deliver courses down with you, if there is enough interest in your area. You could host a bespoke onsite course to cover any area you want. Again, give me a call if you would like further information.

 

Lee

Tel: 01905 726222

Edited March 2, 2009 by Leeoakley

[MNHughes]

Hi Everyone,

 

Just a quick question:

 

Are there any MCSE boot camps down (cornwall) this way?

 

Cheers,

 

Martin

[Reaper]

Here i'll try again.

Windows 2008: Updating Administration Skills From Windows 2003

sorry about that.

 

 

 

 

We can deliver courses down with you, if there is enough interest in your area. You could host a bespoke onsite course to cover any area you want. Again, give me a call if you would like further information.

 

Lee

Tel: 01905 726222

 

 

How much interest do you think you would need? I'm in the Sussex area.

[Leeoakley]

if you can give me a quick call i can take you through what would be needed. tel:01905 726222

 

if anyone in the south of England (Sussex) or the surrounding area is interested in the possibility of this server 08 update course please let me know. we are looking at running a course in the area. With similar educational discount rates!

 

thanks

 

Lee

Edited March 17, 2009 by Leeoakley

[Leeoakley]

hello guys just got some late availiability on the Hyper V course running 23rd-24th March and the 2008 Active Directory running 15th-17th April.

 

Anyone interested?

[superfletch]

Hi Everyone,

 

Just a quick question:

 

Are there any MCSE boot camps down (cornwall) this way?

 

Cheers,

 

Martin

 

I expect Cornwall College (Camborne) do it - they do most of the MS exams.

 

They'll probably run it over half term too.

[thudson]

I've just done my MCITP Enterprise Admin with Firebrand Training, I can't speak highly enough of them. If you're looking to get certified quickly (13 days!) then they're perfect.