Windows 2012

MCSA Windows Server 2012 Exam for IT Professionals

With the new products coming in the market every other day, one needs to stay updated with the latest information, especially if his or her field is related to Software and Technology. IT experts need to update their knowledge constantly because this field is not a stagnant one. They can do so by taking different certification exams. Experts can take the latest certification exams to build up on their existing knowledge whereas the beginners can start with the entry level certification exams.

MCSA: Windows Server 2012 is a certification designed for professionals and experts.  After completing this certification, the candidate can easily qualify for a job of Network Systems Administrator, Computer Systems Administrator and Computer Network Analyst.

MCSA Exams:  MCSA – Windows Server 2012 has three exams in total and the candidate needs to pass all these exams in order to get this certification. These exams are:

Although it is not mandatory that a candidate sit in these exams according to the order, but it is recommended that they do so because the topics in these exams develop according to the order.

Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 exam topics: This paper tests the individual’s skills in installing, configuring, managing and implementing the Windows Server 2012 and the relevant Network Services. Furthermore, the candidates should have some knowledge about the implementation of Local Storage, File and Print Services, Group Policy and Server Visualization with Hyper-V.

Administering Windows Server 2012 exam topics: For this exam, the candidates should be able to implement a Group Policy Infrastructure, Manager User and Service Accounts, maintain Active Directory Domain Services Configure and Troubleshoot DNS and Remote Access, Optimize File Services, Increase File System and implement Update Management.

Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services exam topics: The questions in this exam revolve around implementation of Advanced Network Services, Advanced File Services, Dynamic Access Control, Network Load balancing, Fail over Clustering, Disaster Recovery, AD CS and AD FS.

MCSA will not only give you an in-depth knowledge of Windows Server 2012 but it will also benefit you in case you are planning on taking MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) exam for MCSA is a pre-requisite for MCSE. Since Windows Server 2012 is the backbone of all windows related programs, getting a certification in MCSA will go a long way.

Target Audience: This certification is designed for System Administrators who have an in-depth knowledge of networking and servers and who are focused to enhance their understanding about server administration. This exam is available in only two languages: English and Japanese.

Candidates can register for this exam by visiting the Pro metric website and the exams are held in Pro metric testing centers. MCSA: Windows Server 2012 is quite a cost efficient exam: the price of this exam is $240 in total. So, you should take this exam if you want to improve your understanding about Server Administration.