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Practice Exams $59 through August 31

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

For the rest of the month, PrepLogic is keeping the price of our practice exams lowered to just $59. As many of you know, almost 80% of certified professionals use practice exams to pass their tests. So, if you’re working towards passing a certification exam it’s very important that you get a great practice exam that will help you get prepared for exam day.

For years, one of our most popular practice exams is for the CCNA certification. The Cisco CCNA Certification is still one of the most important credentials a technician can earn. PrepLogic’s Practice Exams give you the most practical and reliable training you can get for this exam with 6 complete practice test modules. You’ll have the option of using simulation mode, which is a straight up simulation of your exam, or learning mode which gives you the opportunity to customize and randomize the exam for your own needs. There’s over 340 questions available in this practice exam, which will give you plenty of experience answering questions before test day. Want to test your skills now? Check out this sample question from our CCNA Practice Exam:

Question
You have two routers within your network, and you need to enable RIP as your routing protocol. The routers are connected by the 192.168.1.0/24 network. Router A also has an interface in the 10.1.1.0/24 network. Router B has an interface in the 172.16.0.0/16 network. What are all the commands necessary to enable RIP on router B, and ensure all connected networks are reachable by router A?

Select the best answer.

A. router rip
B. router rip network 192.168.1.0
C. enable router rip network 10.0.0.0 network 192.168.1.0
D. router rip network 172.16.0.0 network 192.168.1.0

Exhibit:

Q63-Exhibit

The correct answer is D

Explanations
Answer A is incorrect because this command would just activate the routing protocol.

Answer B is incorrect. In order to ensure that router A learns all the connected networks on router B, you must use the network command for each interface, and directly connnected interfaces.

Answer C is incorrect because “enable router rip” is not a correct command.

Answer D is the correct choice. The “router rip” command activates RIP as the routing protocol. The “network” command then activates RIP processing for interfaces associated with the networks. In order for router B to propagate and receive information, both the 192.168.1.0 and 172.16.0.0 network statements must be present.

PrepLogic’s CCNA Practice Exam also provides advanced scoring and testing features to help increase your learning speed, as well as integration with Lecture Series audio training to give you audio coaching along the way. The everyday price for the CCNA practice exam is over $100, so now is a great time to pick it up for just $59. All of our practice exams will be discounted from now through August 31. If you have any questions about the CCNA Practice Exam (or any of our other exams for Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco and many more) give our guys a call at 1-800-418-6789. Thanks and good luck on your exam.

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U.S. Army Developing Private Cloud

Monday, August 9th, 2010
The U.S. Army is in the early stages of development of its own private cloud computing environment. The Army Private Cloud (APC2) is being developed “to reduce cost and energy use while improving the Army’s cybersecurity posture and speed of innovation.” An ultimate goal of the APC2 is to consolidate the number of Army data center worldwide from approximately 200 to fewer than 20.
In July a series of Requests for Proposal were issued indicating that the APC2 project is being contracted in two separate parts. The first project involves the development of a private cloud environment housed in fixed data centers. The other project involves mobile containerized data centers “that can meet urgent needs in contingency operations or where rapid or temporary cloud computing is needed.” The requests for proposal represent an attractive opportunity for private contractors with a potential budget of $249 million.

The U.S. Army is in the early stages of development of its own private cloud computing environment. The Army Private Cloud (APC2) is being developed “to reduce cost and energy use while improving the Army’s cybersecurity posture and speed of innovation.” An ultimate goal of the APC2 is to consolidate the number of Army data center worldwide from approximately 200 to fewer than 20.

In July a series of requests for proposal were issued indicating that the APC2 project is being contracted in two separate parts. The first project involves the development of a private cloud environment housed in fixed data centers. The other project involves mobile containerized data centers “that can meet urgent needs in contingency operations or where rapid or temporary cloud computing is needed.” The requests for proposal represent an attractive opportunity for private contractors with a potential budget of $249 million.

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Microsoft Office 2010 The Movie

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Check out this preview video for Microsoft Office 2010. It’s safe to say this is probably the best trailer for a productivity suite you’re ever likely to see.

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Microsofoft Virtualization Certifications All in One Place

Thursday, June 17th, 2010
Virtualization is all about reducing costs and reducing risk. No wonder it’s such a popular technology. Now Microsoft has put all the information you need about their Virtualization Certifications all in one place. Check out Microsoft’s Virtualization Certification page for an overview of their programs, detailed requirements for each certification path and more information about becoming MCTS and MCITP certified in Microsoft Virtualization technologies.
Microsoft Virtualization MCTS and MCITP Certifications
Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization (MCTS)
Windows Server 2008 R2, Desktop Virtualization (MCTS)
Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring (MCTS)
Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator (MCITP)
Another cool feature you’ll find on this page is a downloadable PDF Virtualization Certification Roadmap that plots your course towards these valuable certifications. If you have any questions about Microsoft IT certifications, including virtualization, give PrepLogic a call at 1-800-418-6789. Thanks, and good luck.

Virtualization is all about reducing costs and reducing risk. No wonder it’s such a popular technology. Now Microsoft has put all the information you need about their Virtualization Certifications all in one place. Check out Microsoft’s Virtualization Certification page for an overview of their programs, detailed requirements for each certification path and more information about becoming MCTS and MCITP certified in Microsoft Virtualization technologies.

Microsoft Virtualization MCTS and MCITP Certifications

  • Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization (MCTS)
  • Windows Server 2008 R2, Desktop Virtualization (MCTS)
  • Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring (MCTS)
  • Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator (MCITP)

Another cool feature you’ll find on this page is a downloadable PDF Virtualization Certification Roadmap that plots your course towards these valuable certifications. If you have any questions about Microsoft IT certifications, including virtualization, give PrepLogic a call at 1-800-418-6789. Thanks, and good luck.

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New Product Focus: Convergence+ LearnSmart Video Training

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

One of PrepLogic’s newest titles is Convergence+ LearnSmart Video Training. The new course trains IT professionals in the topics you need to know to pass the CompTIA Convergence+ certification exam. Over the past few years, the Convergence+ certification has grown in popularity and acceptance as the adoption of VoIP technology has ramped up.

Convergence+ is a credential for technicians who specialize in unified communications. Passing the exam illustrates a technician’s ability to design, implement and manage both data and voice networking.

The Convergence+ LearnSmart Video Training course goes into detail about why VoIP really matters. Expert Tom Carpenter discusses the origins of telephony and the series of technological advances that have brought us into this era. In addition to Convergence+, the material in this video can prepare you to earn your CCNA Voice certification.  Some of the topics Tom covers include:

  • Understanding Traditional Telephony
  • VOIP Fundamentals
  • Unified Communications
  • Working with Gateways
  • Configuring Dial Peers
  • Quality of Service
  • Gatekeepers
  • Troubleshooting

The 13 hour Convergence+ LearnSmart Video Training course takes you step-by-step through the process of implementing IP address schemes and IP services to meet network requirements in a medium-size enterprise branch office network. In addition, this course will show you how to design and implement full featured switched networks that converge efficiently. To help get you familiar with the course, PrepLogic has put up a free 30-minute preview of Convergence+ LearnSmart Video Training. Check it out today.

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Server 2008 Active Directory (83-640) and (70-640): What’s the Difference?

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
What to Know
Server 2008 Active Directory (70-640) and (83-640): What’s the Difference?
Many of our callers recently have asked what the difference is between TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring (70-640) and TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring (83-640). So, here’s the answer.
The difference between the (70-640) and (83-640) is the format of some of the questions you’ll be be asked.
The (83-640) exam is mostly multiple choice questions, but also includes some performance-based “virtual-lab questions.” The (70-640) exam includes only multiple choice questions.
That’s the only difference. The content you need to know to pass is the same for either the (70-640) and (83-640) exams. The performance-based “virtual lab” questions on the (83-640) exam allow a technician to prove their knowledge by completing various tasks in a lab environment. These are tasks that you must know in order to pass either exam. So, your study and preparation will likely be the same for either version of the exam.
The price of admission is the same, whether you’re taking the (70-640) or (83-640). Like all Microsoft exams, (70-640) or (83-640) are available only at Prometric Test Centers. Microsoft vouchers are essentially “one size fits all,” so you can take either exam wiwith a Prometric Microsoft Voucher.
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=83-640
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-640
Here’s a short rundown of each version of this Server 2008 Active Directory Exam:
(83-640) TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
- Valid for credit toward MCTS and MCITP certification
- Includes multiple choice and “virtual lab” questions
- Available in select countries (including U.S)
- Is the only version available in the U.S.
- Available in English only
- May be taken at Prometric Test Centers
- Check with your local Prometric Test Center for more details
(70-640) TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
- Valid for credit toward MCTS and MCITP certification
- Includes only multiple choice questions
- Available internationally outside of the United States
- Not available in the United States
- Available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese [Simplified], French, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Spanish.
- May be taken at Prometric Test Centers
- Check with your local Prometric Test Center for more details
If you have any questions about your TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring exam, or about the training materials you should use, give PrepLogic a call at 1-800-418-6789. Our guys have heard every question a million times before and we’re always ready and available to serve you. Good luck on your exam.

Many of our callers recently have asked what the difference is between TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring (83-640) and TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring (70-640). It’s an excellent question that’s very important to your Microsoft exam training, so here’s the answer:

The difference between the (83-640)  and (70-640) is the format of some of the questions you’ll be be asked.

The (83-640) exam consists mostly of multiple choice questions, but also includes some performance-based “virtual-lab questions.” The (70-640) exam includes only multiple choice questions.

That’s the only difference. The content you need to know to pass is the same for either the (83-640) or (70-640) exams. The performance-based “virtual lab” questions on the (83-640) exam allow a technician to prove their knowledge by completing various tasks in a lab environment. These are tasks that you must know in order to pass either exam. So, your study and preparation will likely be the same for either version of the exam.

The price of admission is the same, whether you’re taking the (83-640) or (70-640). Like all Microsoft exams, (83-640) or (70-640) are available only at Prometric Test Centers. Microsoft vouchers are essentially “one size fits all,” so you can take either exam with a Prometric Microsoft Voucher.

Here’s a short rundown of each version of this Server 2008 Active Directory Exam:

(83-640) TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring

  • Valid for credit toward MCTS and MCITP certification
  • Includes multiple choice and “virtual lab” questions
  • Available in select countries (including United States)
  • Is the only version available in the United States
  • Available in English only
  • May be taken at Prometric Test Centers
  • Check with your local Prometric Test Center for more details

(70-640) TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring

  • Valid for credit toward MCTS and MCITP certification
  • Includes only multiple choice questions
  • Available internationally outside of the United States
  • Not available in the United States
  • Available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese [Simplified], French, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Spanish.
  • May be taken at Prometric Test Centers
  • Check with your local Prometric Test Center for more details

If you have any questions about your TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring exam, or about the training materials you should use, give PrepLogic a call at 1-800-418-6789. Our guys have heard every question a million times before and we’re always ready and available to serve you. Good luck on your exam.

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PrepLogic’s Hiring Manager Secret #8

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
8. Don’t Look Stupid on the Internet
Social Media makes it very tempting to be more and more transparent about your personal life. It can be easy to let your guard down and reveal facts that shouldn’t be for public consumption. Now is the time to reel it back in.  Carefully manage your privacy settings and closely monitor the content you allow to be seen publically. Better yet, you may want to follow this rule: only post material that you’d show directly to your boss. It’s important to be in control of your online presence. Employers Google your name, you should do the same to see what comes up.
Be purposeful about your online presence. In response to an online blog, one poster commented that this year they planned to “be more diligent at linking my LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook strategies in order to facilitate more of a personal connection.” This is a wise strategy you can employ for yourself. It’s also important to keep to the topic at hand. Not all social media serve the same purpose. Look at what the “mission statements” are for Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIN.
Twitter
Discover what’s happening right now, anywhere in the world
Facebook
what’s on your mind? / Facebook helps you connect and share with the people in your life.
LinkedIn
Over 65 million professionals use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas and opportunities
Stick to the topic! Try not to include too much personal activity on your LinkedIN. Your contacts won’t appreciate it. Don’t use Facebook and LinkedIN for minute-by-minute updates, that’s what Twiter is for. Use your social and professional media to your advantage, don’t let it tear you down. Also, make sure thay you use the highest integrity with your screen names, avatars, email addresses and even your passwords. No hiring manager wants to seriously consider a candidate with sexydude37@yahoo.com for an email address.

Our new 12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want whitepaper has many great secrets that will help you get the edge when you’re looking for your next job.  Check out hint #8 and learn something very important about your online reputation. And when you’re done, go and get the full 12 Hiring Manager Secrets document free from PrepLogic. Enjoy.

Hiring Manager Secret #8. Don’t Look Stupid on the Internet

Social Media makes it very tempting to be more and more transparent about your personal life. It can be easy to let your guard down and reveal facts that shouldn’t be for public consumption. Now is the time to reel it back in.  Carefully manage your privacy settings and closely monitor the content you allow to be seen publically. Better yet, you may want to follow this rule: only post material that you’d show directly to your boss. It’s important to be in control of your online presence. Employers Google your name, you should do the same to see what comes up.

Be purposeful about your online presence. In response to an online blog, one poster commented that this year they planned to “be more diligent at linking my LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook strategies in order to facilitate more of a personal connection.” This is a wise strategy you can employ for yourself. It’s also important to keep to the topic at hand. Not all social media serve the same purpose. Look at what the “mission statements” are for Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIN.

Twitter
Discover what’s happening right now, anywhere in the world

Facebook
What’s on your mind? / Facebook helps you connect and share with the people in your life.

LinkedIn
Over 65 million professionals use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas and opportunities

Stick to the topic! Try not to include too much personal activity on your LinkedIN. Your contacts won’t appreciate it. Don’t use Facebook and LinkedIN for minute-by-minute updates, that’s what Twiter is for. Use your social and professional media to your advantage, don’t let it tear you down. Also, make sure thay you use the highest integrity with your screen names, avatars, email addresses and even your passwords. No hiring manager wants to seriously consider a candidate with sexydude37@yahoo.com for an email address.

Ready to find out more? Check out the full 12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want for the full list of helpful hints about managing and maintaining your career and positioning your skills and accomplishments for maximum value.  Got any questions? Give us a call at 1-800-418-6789.

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IT Interviews Gone Way Wrong

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

From our friends at Microsoft, here’s some hints on ways not to make a good impression with the hiring manager. ( Watch the video, then make sure to check out PrepLogic’s 12 ways you can make a good impression with the hiring manager.)

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Secret Tips to Help You Get Hired

Friday, May 14th, 2010
We’ve just released our newest career-advice article, “12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want.” This article is packed with great info you can use and it’s fun to read also. The point of this article isn’t to help you “trick” your way into a job, it’s to help you develop habits and attitudes that will make hiring manager’s genuinely want to give you the job. It includes:
• Patterns of employment hiring managers want to see
• How to position your accomplishments and achievements
• The proper way to communicate and provide your information
• How to get your email opened and your resume read
• Leveraging Social Media to your advantage (and preventing it from tarnishing your image)
• Answers to commonly asked interview questions
• IT skills and certifications that speak the loudest
Our new “12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want” is free and it’s available for download now. If you have any questions about these tips, or anything else to do with IT training, give our guys a call at 1-800-418-6789.

We’ve just released our newest career-advice article, “12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want.” This article is packed with great info you can use and it’s fun to read also. The point of this article isn’t to help you “trick” your way into a job, it’s to help you develop habits and attitudes that will make hiring manager’s genuinely want to give you the job. It includes:

  • Patterns of employment hiring managers want to see
  • How to position your accomplishments and achievements
  • The proper way to communicate and provide your information
  • How to get your email opened and your resume read
  • Leveraging Social Media to your advantage (and preventing it from tarnishing your image)
  • Answers to commonly asked interview questions
  • IT skills and certifications that speak the loudest

Our new “12 Hiring Manager Secrets to Getting the Job You Want” is free and it’s available for download now. If you have any questions about these tips, or anything else to do with IT training, give our guys a call at 1-800-418-6789.

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