Microsoft Exchange Server – Training Portal

Take advantage of new training resources for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 and become an expert on this latest messaging technology from Microsoft. Exchange Server 2010 is the first server in a new generation of Microsoft server technology that is built from the ground up to work on-premises and as an online service. It helps you simplify administration, protect communications, and meet user demand for greater business mobility.

The new suite of Exchange Server 2010 training resources is designed to differentiate technology skills and job-role skills clearly, cover skills relevant to today's real-world IT functions, and streamline certification with simplified, specific learning roadmaps.

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View Learning Snacks about Exchange Server 2010

If you are hungry for information about Exchange Server 2010 but do not have much time, check out one of our free Learning Snacks. Our new Snacks cover popular topics and enable you to explore the features and functionality of Exchange Server 2010.

• Explore the features and functionality of Microsoft Exchange Server 2010

Use free Exchange Server 2010 e-Learning Clinics for a limited time

• Clinic 6899: Exploring Features of Exchange Server 2010 (two hours)

• Clinic 6900: Introduction to Exchange Server 2010 (one hour)

• Clinic 6901: Exchange Server 2010 in an Enterprise (one hour)

Learn about the new unified messaging features, effective deployment scenarios, development platform options, and more.

Stay up to date on news and special offers for Exchange Server 2010

Exchange Server 2010 is coming soon, and Microsoft Learning wants to help you make sure you are ready. By taking advantage of our free resources and training offerings, books, and certifications, you can gain the skills and knowledge you need to deploy Exchange Server 2010 effectively.

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Training resources

First-look courses and hands-on labs

Microsoft Learning offers the following courses. The First Look clinic and the hands-on lab (each a three-hour course) provide helpful information about new features and administrative tools in Exchange Server 2010, and they describe how to upgrade from previous Microsoft Exchange versions. The Ignite course (a three-day course) provides a more in-depth look at Exchange Server 2010 and is designed for IT professionals who work with messaging in enterprise environments.

Course 10133A: First Look – What’s New in Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 (three hours)
Course 10134A: Hands on Lab – What’s New in Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 (three hours)
Course 10150A: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 (beta) Ignite (three days)

We are publishing new training materials for Exchange Server 2010. Be sure to check our Learning Catalog for the most recent updates.

Microsoft prePress chapters

Microsoft prePress is early content, straight from the source. What makes it "prePress"? Each draft chapter comes fresh from the minds and laptops of our respected authors, before we have edited and debugged the content. Microsoft prePress chapters are a great way to get cutting-edge information right now, just when you need it!

Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Administrator’s Pocket Consultant
By William R. Stanek

Download free Microsoft prePress chapters of this Microsoft Press book to get an introduction to Exchange Server 2010 administration. These chapters can help you get up to speed quickly, and they are an excellent reference to have on hand as you work.

Chapter 1: Exchange Server Administration Overview, and Chapter 6: Mailbox Administration

Download PDF file (903 KB)

Download XPS file (10.3 MB)

Learning Snacks

If you want to learn more about Exchange Server 2010 but do not have much time, try Learning Snacks. Learning Snacks are short, interactive presentations on popular topics. Each Snack is created by Microsoft Learning experts and delivered by using innovative Microsoft Silverlight technology. Each Snack includes various media, such as animations and recorded demos. At the end of each presentation, you can view additional Snacks, learn more about the topic, or visit a related Web site.

High Availability and Storage in Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
Learn about the high mailbox availability in Exchange Server 2010 and find out how the improved database recovery and storage features help organizations better manage their messaging environment.

Unified Messaging in Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
Discover how unified messaging works and get an overview of its architecture. You also will learn about voice-mail integration in Exchange Server 2010.

Note To view Learning Snacks, you need to install Microsoft Silverlight and enable pop-up windows.

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Learning Plans

A Learning Plan is a collection of training resources organized into an interactive path that focuses on your specific learning needs.

Created by Microsoft experts, Learning Plans save you time by organizing the most relevant training content into a self-guided path. Resources include online courses, instructor-led classes, books, articles, and more.

Certification

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Classroom training

Classroom training is designed to help you build expertise with the help of world-class learning content. Classroom training includes "First Look" courses and classes. The authorized source for Microsoft training, Microsoft Certified Partners for Learning Solutions, are uniquely positioned to help you develop expertise on the latest Microsoft technology through classroom training; online, instructor-led training; and facilitated, blended learning solutions.

Microsoft E-Learning

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Books from Microsoft Press

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