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How many different types or levels of vendor certification are there?
Learn about the different types and levels of vendor certification. FAQ
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Should there be a tiered vendor certification system where some exams cover only basic, vendor-neutr
Learn why a tiered IT certification system that begins with testing vendor-neutral skills makes the most sense. FAQ
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Is vendor certification still valuable if, as some studies have found, noncertified IT professionals
Discover whether IT vendor certification is still valuable at a time when some noncertified IT professionals make more money. FAQ
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CCENT/CCNA Certification Study Guide: Networking fundamentals
Cisco's CCENT/CCNA certification qualifies VARs and SIs for extensive networking projects, creating more business opportunities for the company. Test your knowledge of networking fundamentals in part one of this quiz series designed to help you pass ... Quiz
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Information security certification: Top five Ask the Expert Q&As
Information security certification provides you with the tools and training you need to provide a consistently high level of service for your customers. Read these top five Q&As from our expert to learn more about certification, and how to make it wo... Top Ask the Expert questi
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Information Security Certification Guide
This guide provides a comprehensive listing of available vendor-neutral information security certifications. Certification Guide
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Vendor Information Security Certification Guide
This guide provides an overview of the many vendor-specific security certifications available to value-added resellers, systems integrators and consultants. Certification Guide
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VCE redo aims to boost Vblock sales
As the VCE Coalition morphs to the VCE Company, partners hope for better, faster Vblock sales. Article | 12 Jan 2011
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VMware flashes secret vCloud Service Director plan; Cisco falls victim to cert cheaters; other news
VMware flashes secret vCloud Service Director plan for linking private, public clouds; Cisco falls victim to cert cheaters Article | 28 May 2010
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VARs brace for shakeout from Cisco data center server
Cisco's planned data center server could cause channel confusion and angst for Cisco partners that also work with HP, IBM or Dell servers. Article | 02 Feb 2009
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Oracle layoffs hit channel operations hard
Channel managers and other channel-facing employees got hit hard in recent Oracle layoffs. Article | 19 Jan 2009
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IT Channel News Briefs, Jan. 13
Today's headlines: Comptia issues new networking exam; Sage updates CRM Article | 13 Jan 2009
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SonicWALL adds deal registration, new specializations to partner program
SonicWALL adds deal registration, enterprise and MSP specializations to its partner program. Article | 13 Jan 2009
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IT Channel News Briefs, Dec. 15
Today's headlines: Cisco takes over the phone market, and Symantec gives tips for surviving the recession. Article | 15 Dec 2008
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MSPAlliance launches legal services hotline
Today's headlines: The MSPAlliance launches a legal hotline, and Exchange and SQL Server get virtual. Article | 10 Dec 2008
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Cisco offers new CCIE wireless certification
Today's headlines: Cisco offers a new wireless certification, and Symantec's former CEO praises his outgoing successor. Article | 03 Dec 2008
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MSPAlliance promotes green IT initiatives with new certification
The MSPAlliance wants to help members and their customers cut power consumption, explore alternative energy sources and do more to save the environment -- and money. Article | 27 Oct 2008
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Converged infrastructure approach coming together, albeit slowly
Data center infrastructure integrators say interest in converged infrastructure has increased and, with it, the need for cross-training technicians on servers, networking and storage. Tip
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Open-source based IP PBX for small business: Training and support
Beyond installation and configuration, open source IP PBX for small business offers value-added resellers an opening for training and support. Tip
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Information security awareness training presents business opportunity for resellers
If you think information security awareness training is a waste of time, think again. Value-added resellers (VARs) and security consultants can use their existing training skills to sell annual training retainers and make a boatload. Tip
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Channel Forecast: Vista and Longhorn training and certification in 2007
The advantages of upgrading to Vista and Longhorn, including improved security, will drive the need for channel professionals to acquire training and certification in the new Microsoft OS and server in 2007. Tip
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CISM and CISSP certification for the channel
Learn what certifications channel partners value with this expert advice from Don Donzal, and make sure you gain recognition and meet with success. Ask the Expert
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CompTIA A+ certification and the MCSA credential
A+ must be combined with Network+ or Server+ in order to count as an MCSA elective. This expert advice will help you create an exam plan that will be more beneficial to you and more attractive to customers. Ask the Expert
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) vs. Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA) training
If you are trying to decide between taking the CEH and the CNDA exams, get advice here. You may even be able to turn your CEH credential into a CDNA certification. Ask the Expert
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Vista, IIS on Windows Server 2003, and Web apps certifications
Get advice on the Vista certification process, IIS on Windows Server 2003 certification, and important Web apps credentials from our information security training and certification expert, Don Donzal. Ask the Expert
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Understanding ISO 27001 and ISO 17799
Help your customers develop a security posture capable of achieving external certification by understanding how ISO 27001 and ISO 17799 work together. Ask the Expert
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SANS-GIAC vs. (ISC)2's certs: Advice on which is more beneficial for security consultants
It can be difficult to decide which security-related certifications will serve you and your customers best. This expert advice will help you choose a program so that you can meet with greater financial success and widespread recognition. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft certifications and the CISSP exam
While Microsoft certifications don't help specifically to prepare you for the CISSP exam, the vendor-specific exam and has its benefits. Ask the Expert
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Where can I find an advanced ethical hacking/penetration testing course?
If you're interested in learning more about penetration testing, but don't necessarily need a certification on the topic, look here for course recommendations and advice. Ask the Expert
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The value of product certification for VARs and consultants
Certification expert Donald Donzal addresses the value of vendor certifications for channel partners. Ask the Expert
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Why it's hard to predict cost of personnel and training
A reader pointed out that Andrew Kutz may have missed the cost of training employees on VMware when it comes to TCO. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft Partner Network shakes up channel partner program
Darren Bibby, IDC's program director for software channels research, talks about how the new Microsoft Partner Network will affect channel partners in this Worldwide Partner Conference 2009 video. Video
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Microsoft cuts Gold and Certified partner designations
Alan "Skip" Gould, CEO of BrightPlanIT, talks about the new Microsoft Partner Network, which will get rid of the Gold and Certified partner designations. Video
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Converged infrastructure approach coming together, albeit slowly
Data center infrastructure integrators say interest in converged infrastructure has increased and, with it, the need for cross-training technicians on servers, networking and storage. Tip
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VCE redo aims to boost Vblock sales
As the VCE Coalition morphs to the VCE Company, partners hope for better, faster Vblock sales. Article
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VMware flashes secret vCloud Service Director plan; Cisco falls victim to cert cheaters; other news
VMware flashes secret vCloud Service Director plan for linking private, public clouds; Cisco falls victim to cert cheaters Article
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Microsoft Partner Network shakes up channel partner program
Darren Bibby, IDC's program director for software channels research, talks about how the new Microsoft Partner Network will affect channel partners in this Worldwide Partner Conference 2009 video. Video
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Microsoft cuts Gold and Certified partner designations
Alan "Skip" Gould, CEO of BrightPlanIT, talks about the new Microsoft Partner Network, which will get rid of the Gold and Certified partner designations. Video
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News from Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2009 in New Orleans
Get all the news affecting Microsoft channel partners from the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in New Orleans, including articles, blogs and videos. Conference Coverage
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Tips for successful technical certification testing
Key technical certifications can boost a VARs career. Here's how to best prepare for the required tests. Feature
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VARs brace for shakeout from Cisco data center server
Cisco's planned data center server could cause channel confusion and angst for Cisco partners that also work with HP, IBM or Dell servers. Article
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Oracle layoffs hit channel operations hard
Channel managers and other channel-facing employees got hit hard in recent Oracle layoffs. Article
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IT Channel News Briefs, Jan. 13
Today's headlines: Comptia issues new networking exam; Sage updates CRM Article
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About Technology and Vendor Certification and Training
News, trends and advice on business technology certification and vendor certification for resellers and service providers in the channel. You'll better manage your channel sales business with vendor-neutral information on the value of certification, the differences among various certifications, and tips on how to choose and complete certification programs, as well as maintain certification levels, from major technology vendors such as Cisco, Sun, Microsoft, Symantec, SAP and Oracle and other programs such as the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL). Also learn about the importance of training for IT professionals and how to get free or low-cost training for leading business software and hardware products as a value-added reseller.