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Thursday, November 17, 2011

Top 20 IT Training Companies for 2011 Announced by TrainingIndustry.com

Cary, NC - October 21, 2011 - TrainingIndustry.com announced the 2011 Top 20 I.T. Training Companies list, as part of its mission to continually monitor the IT training marketplace for the best providers of training services.

View the 2011 Top 20 I.T. Training Companies

Selection to this year's Top 20 I.T. Training Companies was based on the following criteria:

Leadership and innovation in I.T. training
Breadth of I.T. training and delivery methods offered
Company size and growth potential
Strength of clients
Geographic reach

"Our Top 20 I.T. Training companies stand out as the best providers in a very competitive segment of the training industry. Companies demonstrated that they could cover a broad range of topic areas in the modality of choice for their clients," said Ken Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, TrainingIndustry.com.

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Friday, September 23, 2011

Register Today for Access 2010 October 3rd!

Access 2010; Intermediate, First Look Edition www.executrainga.com

Description

This ILT Series course builds on the skills and concepts taught in Access 2010: Basic. Students will learn how to normalize data, manage table relationships, and enforce referential integrity; work with Lookup fields and subdatasheets; create join queries, calculated fields, and summary values; add objects to forms and create advanced form types; print reports and labels; create and modify charts; and use PivotTables and PivotCharts.

Outline

Unit 1: Relational databases
- Topic A: Database normalization
- Topic B: Table relationships
- Topic C: Referential integrity

Unit 2: Related tables
- Topic A: Creating lookup fields
- Topic B: Modifying lookup fields
- Topic C: Subdatasheets

Unit 3: Complex queries
- Topic A: Joining tables in queries
- Topic B: Using calculated fields
- Topic C: Summarizing and grouping values

Unit 4: Advanced form design
- Topic A: Adding unbound controls
- Topic B: Adding graphics
- Topic C: Adding calculated values
- Topic D: Adding combo boxes
- Topic E: Advanced form types

Unit 5: Reports and printing
- Topic A: Customized headers and footers
- Topic B: Calculated values
- Topic C: Printing
- Topic D: Labels

Unit 6: Charts
- Topic A: Charts in forms
- Topic B: Charts in reports

Unit 7: PivotTables and PivotCharts
- Topic A: PivotTables
- Topic B: Modifying PivotTables
- Topic C: PivotCharts
- Topic D: PivotTable forms

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Thursday, August 18, 2011

Data Center Project: Project Management Training

A successful data center design and construction project depends not only on the installation of physical equipment, but also on the integration and coordination of all parties involved in the process - including end users, service providers and general contractors. This exclusive resource stresses the importance of communication and distribution of management roles when building a new infrastructure or upgrading an existing data center.

Discover the following key tips to effective data center project management:

Understanding terminology to avoid miscommunication
Assigning and tracking every role for performance
Coordination among suppliers of equipment and services

Learn More because project managment training is key. www.executrain.com/Georgia.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Training Benefits to the Enterprise

Research shows that 40% of operational downtime is due to operator error - attributable to a significant lack of training on core systems. Microsoft Official Courses, help companies accelerate new Microsoft technology deployments, reduce downtime, and get the most out of their technology investments without relying on consultants. Microsoft Official Courses combine instructor-led classroom training with job-relevant, technically-accurate Microsoft technology courseware.

Practical and Applicable

Students can develop practical skills that directly transfer from the classroom to the workplace with courses designed for specific job roles.

"Training and certification are effective measures of how well team members can work with specific technologies, hardware and software"

Saves Time and Money

Microsoft Official Courses can help organizations meet their needs, while providing a positive return on their investment.

"According to Gartner Group, 40 percent of operational downtime is due to operator error - attributable to a significant lack of training on core systems."

Monday, June 6, 2011

Configuring, Managing and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

Microsoft 10135

ABOUT THIS CLASS:

This five-day, instructor-led course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to configure and manage a Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 messaging environment. This course does not require previous Exchange Server experience, but does require that students have significant experience in managing Windows Server and Active Directory directory services or Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS). This course will teach you how to configure Exchange Server 2010, as well as provide guidelines, best practices, and considerations that will help you optimize your Exchange server deployment. www.ExecuTrain.com/Georgia

Target Audience

This course is intended for people aspiring to be enterprise-level messaging administrators. Others who may take this course include IT generalists and help desk professionals who want to learn about Exchange Server 2010.

Prerequisites

People coming into the course are expected to have at least 3 years experience working in the IT field—typically in the areas of network administration, help desk, or system administration. They are not expected to have experience with previous versions of Exchange Server.

Objectives

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Install and deploy Exchange Server 2010.
Configure Mailbox servers and mailbox server components.
Manage recipient objects.
Configure the Client Access server role.
Manage message transport.
Configure the secure flow of messages between the Exchange Server organization and the Internet.
Implement a high availability solution for Mailbox servers and other server roles.
Plan and implement backup and restore for the server roles.
Plan and configure messaging policy and compliance.
Configure Exchange Server permissions and security for internal and external access.
Monitor and maintain the messaging system.
Transition an Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 organization to Exchange Server 2010.
Configure the Unified Messaging Server role and Unified Messaging components.
Implement high availability across multiple sites and implement Federated Sharing.
In addition to their professional experience, students who attend this training should have the following prerequisite knowledge:
Fundamental knowledge of network technologies including Domain Name System (DNS) and firewall technologies.
Experience with the Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Windows Server 2008 operating systems.
Experience with Active Directory directory services in Windows Server 2003 or Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) Windows Server 2008.
Experience managing backup and restore on Windows Servers.
Experience using Windows management and monitoring tools such as Microsoft Management Console, Active Directory Users and Computers, Performance Monitor, Event Viewer, and Internet Information Services (IIS) Administrator.
Experience using Windows networking and troubleshooting tools such as Network Monitor, Telnet and NSLookup.
Fundamental knowledge of certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
Basic experience with Windows Mobile.

Outline

Module 1: Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

This module describes how to prepare for, and perform, an Exchange Server 2010 installation. It also provides details on the Exchange Server 2010 deployment.

Lessons
- Overview of Exchange Server 2010 Requirements
- Installing Exchange Server 2010 Server Roles
- Completing an Exchange Server 2010 Installation
Lab : Installing Exchange Server 2010
- Evaluating Requirements for an Exchange Server Installation
- Preparing for an Exchange Server 2010 Installation
- Installing Exchange Server 2010
Lab : Verifying an Exchange Server 2010 Installation
- Verifying an Exchange Server 2010 Installation
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe Exchange Server 2010 requirements.
- Install the Exchange Server 2010 server roles.

Module 2: Configuring Mailbox Servers

This module describes the management tools that you can use to manage Exchange Server 2010. It also describes the Mailbox server role, some of the new Exchange Server 2010 features, the most common Mailbox server role post-installation tasks, and public folders.

Lessons
- Overview of Exchange Server 2010 Administrative Tools
- Configuring Mailbox Server Roles
- Configuring Public Folders
Lab : Configuring Mailbox Servers
- Configuring Mailbox Databases
- Configuring Public Folders
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Use the Exchange Management Console and the Exchange Management Shell.
- Configure Mailbox server roles and databases.
- Create and configure public folders.

Module 3: Managing Recipient Objects

This module describes how you can manage recipient objects, address policies, and address lists in Exchange Server 2010. It also describes procedures for performing bulk management tasks in Exchange Management Shell.

Lessons
- Managing Mailboxes
- Managing Other Recipients
- Configuring E-Mail Address Policies
- Configuring Address Lists
- Performing Bulk Recipient Management Tasks
Lab : Managing Recipient Objects
- Managing Recipients
- Configuring E-mail Address Policies
- Configuring Address Lists
- Performing Bulk Recipient Management Tasks
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Manage mailboxes in Exchange Server 2010.
- Manage other recipients in Exchange Server 2010.
- Configure e-mail address policies.
- Configure address lists.
- Perform bulk recipient management tasks.

Module 4: Managing Client Access

This module provides details on how to implement the Client Access server role in Exchange Server 2010.

Lessons
- Configuring the Client Access Server Role
- Configuring Client Access Services for Outlook Clients
- Configuring Outlook Web Access
- Configuring Mobile Messaging
Lab : Configuring Client Access Servers for Outlook Anywhere Access
- Configuring Client Access Servers
- Configuring Outlook Anywhere
Lab : Configuring Client Access Servers for Outlook Web Access and Exchange ActiveSync
- Configuring Outlook Web Access
- Configuring Exchange ActiveSync
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure the Client Access server role.
- Configure Client Access services for Outlook Clients.
- Configure Outlook Web Access.
- Configure mobile messaging.

Module 5: Managing Message Transport

This module details how to manage message transport in Exchange Server 2010. It also describes how to deploy and configure the Hub Transport server.

Lessons
- Overview of Message Transport
- Configuring Message Transport
Lab : Managing Message Transport
- Configuring Internet Message Transport
- Troubleshooting Message Transport
- Troubleshooting Internet Message Delivery
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe Internet message transport in Exchange Server 2010.
- Deploy and configure the Hub Transport server.

Module 6: Implementing Messaging Security

This module describes how to plan for and deploy the Edge Transport server role and the security issues related to the deployment. It also describes how to configure secure SMTP messaging as well as Domain Security.

Lessons
- Deploying Edge Transport Servers
- Deploying an Antivirus Solution
- Configuring an Anti-Spam Solution
- Configuring Secure SMTP Messaging
Lab : Configuring Edge Transport Servers and Forefront Security
- Configuring Edge Transport Servers
- Configuring ForeFront Security for Exchange Servers
Lab : Implementing Anti-Spam Solutions
- Configuring an Anti-Spam Solution on Edge Transport Servers
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Deploy Edge Transport servers.
- Deploy an antivirus solution.
- Configure an anti-spam solution.
- Configure secure SMTP messaging.

Module 7: Implementing High Availability

This module describes the high-availability technology built into Exchange Server 2010 and some of the outside factors that affect highly available solutions.

Lessons
- Overview of High Availability Options
- Configuring Highly Available Mailbox Databases
- Deploying Highly Available Non-Mailbox Servers
Lab : Implementing High Availability
- Deploying a DAG
- Deploying Highly Available Hub Transport and Client Access Servers
- Testing the High Availability Configuration
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Identify high-availability components.
- Understand Mailbox server high-availability configurations.
- Understand non-Mailbox server high-availability configurations.

Module 8: Implementing Backup and Recovery

This modules describes the backup and restore features built into Exchange Server 2010 and considerations for creating a suitable backup plan.

Lessons
- Planning Backup and Recovery
- Backing Up Exchange Server 2010
- Restoring Exchange Server 2010
Lab : Implementing Backup and Recovery
- Backing Up Exchange Server 2010
- Restoring Exchange Server Data
- Restoring Exchange Servers (optional)
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Plan backup and recovery.
- Backup Exchange Server 2010.
- Restore Exchange Server 2010.

Module 9: Configuring Messaging Policy and Compliance

This module describes how to configure the Exchange Server 2010 messaging policy and compliance features.

Lessons
- Introducing Messaging Policy and Compliance
- Configuring Transport Rules
- Configuring Journaling and Discovery
- Configuring Messaging Records Management
- Configuring Mailbox Archiving
Lab : Configuring Transport Rules and Journal Rules and Discovery
- Configuring Transport Rules
- Configuring Journal Rules and Discovery
Lab : Configuring Messaging Records Management and Mailbox Archiving
- Configuring Messaging Records Management
- Configuring Mailbox Archiving
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe messaging policy and compliance.
- Configure transport rules.
- Configure journaling and discovery.
- Configure Messaging Records Management.
- Configure mailbox archiving.

Module 10: Securing Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

This module describes how to configure administrative permissions with Role-Based Access Control and how to secure the Exchange Server configuration.

Lessons
- Configuring Role Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Configuring Security for Server Roles in Exchange Server 2010
- Configuring Secure Internet Access
Lab : Securing Exchange Server 2010
- Configuring Exchange Server Permissions
- Configuring a Reverse Proxy for Exchange Server Access
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure RBAC permissions.
- Configure security for Exchange Server 2010 server roles.
- Configure secure Internet access.

Module 11: Maintaining Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

This module describes how to monitor and maintain Exchange Server 2010. It also describes how to troubleshoot Exchange Server when problems arise.

Lessons
- Monitoring Exchange Server 2010
- Maintaining Exchange Server 2010
- Troubleshooting Exchange Server 2010
Lab : Maintaining Exchange Server 2010
- Monitoring Exchange Server 2010
- Troubleshooting Database Availability
- Troubleshooting Client Access Servers
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Identify key Exchange Server performance metrics.
- Describe how change management applies to an Exchange Server messaging environment.
- Describe basic Exchange Server troubleshooting techniques.

Module 12: Transitioning from Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010

This module describes how to transition an existing Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 organization to an Exchange Server 2010 organization. It also describes the various considerations for implementing coexistence between the two messaging systems after an Exchange Server 2010 deployment.

Lessons
- Transitioning to Exchange Server 2010 Overview
- Transitioning from Exchange Server 2003 to Exchange Server 2010
- Transitioning from Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010
Lab : (no lab)
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the various options, scenarios, and strategies for transitioning to Exchange Server 2010.
- Describe how to transition from Exchange Server 2003 to Exchange Server 2010.
- Describe how to transition from Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010.

Module 13: Implementing Unified Messaging

This appendix describes how Unified Messaging integrates Exchange Server with telephony networks. It also describes how to configure Unified Messaging.

Lessons
- Overview of Telephony
- Introducing Unified Messaging
- Configuring Unified Messaging
Lab : Implementing Unified Messaging
- Installing and Configuring Unified Messaging Components
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe telephony systems.
- Describe Unified Messaging features and integration with Exchange Server 2010.
- Configure Unified Messaging.

Module 14: Advanced Topics in Exchange Server 2010

This appendix provides an overview of how to implement a highly available Exchange Server 2010 deployment across multiple data centers. It also describes how to deploy Federated Sharing.

Lessons
- Deploying Highly Available Solutions for Multiple Sites
- Implementing Federated Sharing
Lab : (no lab)
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe how implement a highly available Exchange 2010 deployment across multiple sites.
- Describe how to deploy Federated Sharing.

Friday, May 27, 2011

Why Get Certified?

Q. Why should I get certified?

According to a recent study, there is a 40 percent gap between demand and supply of IT professionals with the right technical skills. As technology evolves, organizations are looking for employees with the most up-to-date IT certifications on the most current technologies. If you want to attain a competitive edge and help improve employability and earning potential, Microsoft Certification can help position you. In a recent poll, 63 percent of IT hiring managers reported that certified employees are generally more productive than those without certifications. Similarly, 89 percent of supervisors interviewed said Microsoft Office-certified employees are more productive because of their certification.

Q. How do I choose a certification path?

Choosing a certification path is all about your journey—where you are and where you want to be tomorrow. Are you more interested in developing software, deploying it, or using desktop applications and services? Visit the following pages to learn about your options.

Q. Will getting certified help me get a job?

Earning a Microsoft Certification can help you stand out from other job candidates by helping validate that you have the skills required to perform the job. Professional certification also helps show potential employers your commitment to continued learning and career growth.

Q. Will getting certified help with my matriculation?

Earning a certification from an internationally recognized provider creates lifelong opportunities to fill an estimated eight million IT jobs around the world. Students and Microsoft Certified Professionals (MCPs) can now get college credit by earning a Microsoft Certification. The American Council on Education (ACE) has recommended college credit for several Microsoft Certifications.

Q. Do hiring managers really value certification?

During a recent poll of IT hiring managers, 55 percent said that they consider employee certification as a criterion for hiring, and 63 percent said that they believe certified employees are more productive than noncertified employees. Similarly, 71 percent of employers indicated that Microsoft Office certification is advantageous to employees being considered in hiring, promotion, and advancement decisions.

Employ the best: The MCP advantage

Since many of our certifications are accredited, some employers will reimburse you for the cost of certifications through their tuition assistance programs.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

5 Most Popular MOC Training Classes for JUNE!

There are 5 classes developers just can't get enough of and they are all happening in June at ExecuTrain of Georgia. Sign up now while seats are still available! http://tinyurl.com/4yhnl7d

Installing and Configuring Windows 7
Configuring and Managing Sharepoint 2010
Implementing SQL 2008 Server Database
Implementing and Managing Windows Server 2008 with Hyper-V
Configuing, Managing and Maintaining Windows Server 2008

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