Become an expert on Windows Vista. The Windows Vista operating system is more secure, easier to deploy, and simpler to manage than previous versions of Windows. It provides enhanced communication, mobility, and networking features that enable users to view and organize information and control their computing experience like never before.
With the right Windows Vista training, you can use Windows Vista to achieve your goals—whether you want to get the greatest benefit from your technology investment, earn a certification, or advance in your career. Explore Microsoft Learning offerings, including Windows Vista training, and books.
Visit the Microsoft Learning Career Center
Are you looking to distinguish your Windows Vista skills and knowledge by earning a Microsoft Certification but not sure what is needed to attain the computer job you want? Get started by visiting the Microsoft Learning Career Center and reviewing the related Windows job roles: enterprise support technician and consumer support technician. You will find job descriptions, skills and experience needed, certification paths that meet your career goals, and customized Learning Plans that include the most relevant and appropriate training resources.
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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 can help save you time by organizing the most relevant Windows Vista training content into a self-guided path. Resources include online courses, instructor-led classes, books, articles, and more.
View the latest Learning Plans for Windows Vista 
Certification
Demonstrate your value to employers by attaining a Microsoft Certification. Certification helps you validate your understanding of technology features and inspire confidence in your abilities. We offer three types of certification for Windows Vista:
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
Earn the Microsoft Office Specialist certification on Windows Vista to show your advanced business skills.
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
When you earn your MCTS on Windows Vista, you help validate your skills in installing, managing, configuring, and maintaining the new security, network, and application features in Windows Vista. Certifications include MCTS: Business Desktop Deployment and MCTS: Windows Vista – Configuration.
Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
MCITP certifications are designed for experienced IT professionals to highlight a focused area of expertise.
View the latest certifications on Windows Vista
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 Learning Partners 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.
View the latest classroom training on Windows Vista
Microsoft E-Learning
If you learn best independently, explore Official Microsoft E-Learning courses, which provide a simple and effective way to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can use Windows Vista e-learning courses to improve your skills, prepare for a project or an exam, or earn certifications. Most e-learning courses include hands-on virtual labs.
View the latest Microsoft E-Learning for Windows Vista
Books from Microsoft Press
Microsoft Press provides comprehensive reference and training books that help you to get the most from Microsoft tools and technologies. Microsoft Press books are written by industry experts and Microsoft insiders who provide current information to help you find the answers you need and advance your skills.
View the latest Microsoft Press books about Windows Vista
Silverlight Learning Snacks
If you want to learn more about Windows Vista but do not have much time, try Microsoft Silverlight Learning Snacks. Learning Snacks, based on innovative Microsoft Silverlight technology, are interactive presentations that include animations, recorded demos, and other media. At the end of each presentation, you can view additional Learning Snacks, learn more about the topic, or visit a related Web site.
Note To view Learning Snacks, you need to install Microsoft Silverlight and enable pop-up windows.
