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Get a head start on transitioning your skills and credentials to Windows Server 2008 technologies—or begin with a new certification. Microsoft Learning offers a complete set of training, resources, and streamlined certification paths to help you stand out in your field.
Special Offers
Find new and special Windows Server 2008 offers, such as free e-book offers, free e-learning clinics, and classroom training.
Learning Plans
Let renowned experts guide you through a Learning Plan that is tailored to your personal learning needs.
Learning Snacks
Preview some of our new free, brief lessons and interactive demonstrations.
Windows Server 2008 certification: Whether you are ready to be a hero for having the knowledge to work with Windows Server 2008 right from the start or you are transitioning from Windows Server 2003-based certifications, learn more about Windows Server 2008 certifications.
Windows Server 2008 – Offers and Campaigns
Whether you want an overview of the new features of Windows Server 2008 or you want to upgrade your credentials, these limited-time special offers help you get the skills you need to succeed.
Train on Windows Server 2008, and get the software free
While supplies last, you can receive Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition when you take select training courses to upgrade your Windows Server 2003 skills or prepare for Windows Server 2008 certification.
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Evaluation and readiness offers
Readiness events | Show off your skills and get ready to be a hero for having the knowledge to work with Windows Server 2008 right from the start. |
Books from Microsoft Press | Microsoft Press books help you improve your expertise on Microsoft products and technologies.
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Microsoft E-Learning | Official Microsoft E-Learning courses for Windows Server 2008 provide a simple and effective way to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. For a limited time, you can purchase a premium Windows Server 2008 e-learning collection, which contains 30 courses at tremendous savings. See this limited-time offer, learn what certifications are available, view exam roadmaps, and read the most frequently asked questions about Windows Server 2008 certification. |
Certification | Show off your skills on a brand-new product by earning a Microsoft Certification. Get ready to be a hero for having the knowledge to work with Windows Server 2008 right from the start, and earn specialized certifications on Active Directory, network infrastructure, applications infrastructure, and more. Learn what certifications are available, view exam roadmaps, and read the most frequently asked questions about Windows Server 2008 certification. |
Learning Plans | Get learning guidance and improve your knowledge of Windows Server 2008 through free Learning Plans, which provide step-by-step training. |
Skill upgrade offers
Certification | Capitalize on your Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) on Windows Server 2003 certification with an expedited path to Windows Server 2008 certification. Upgrade from Windows Server 2003 MCSA and Windows Server 2003 MCSE to Windows Server 2008 certifications, with upgrade exams that are available now. |
Classroom training | Special three-day classroom sessions can help you upgrade your skills from Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008. |
Learning Plans for Windows Server 2008: Overview
A Learning Plan is a step-by-step roadmap of recommended training on a particular technology. It provides a personalized learning experience in which you can choose the training resource that is right for you, track your progress, and retain your learning history.
Adoption Phases
Let our expert-built Learning Plans guide you through all phases of a product adoption lifecycle.
Key Technology Areas
Use Learning Plans for expert guidance as you examine each of the five key technology pillars of Windows Server 2008.
Career Paths
Explore Learning Plans that offer you a personalized career path that can get you closer to a promotion or new job.
Learning Plans for Windows Server 2008: Adoption Phases
Planning and evaluating
Use this Learning Plan for guided training and learning resources that introduce Windows Server 2008 and provide you with the details you need to plan and evaluate the most advanced Windows Server operating system yet.
Deploying
Use your Learning Plan to guide your training and help you acquire the information you need to deploy Windows Server 2008.
Maintaining
Obtain the knowledge and skills you need to implement, monitor, and maintain Windows Server 2008 servers by using step-by-step Learning Plans.
Troubleshooting
Get step-by-step guidance and training resources for troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 by using this Learning Plan.
Learning Plans for Windows Server 2008: Key Technology Areas
Virtualization
Use our Learning Plans for guided training and learning resources that enable you to make the most of the built-in virtualization of the Windows Server 2008 operating system and simple licensing policies.
Security
Use your Learning Plan to guide your training and to help you acquire the knowledge you need to help prevent unauthorized connections to Windows Server 2008.
Management
Obtain the knowledge and skills you need to use the all-new Server Manager to simplify and streamline setting up, configuring, and managing Windows Server 2008.
Reliability
Get guided training and learning resources to get you up to speed with the new technologies and features of Windows Server 2008, the most versatile and reliable Windows platform for all of your workload and application requirements.
Terminal Services
As you are introduced to the new functionality of Terminal Services included in Windows Server 2008, find tailored step-by-step training for connecting to remote computers and applications.
Learning Plans for Windows Server 2008: Career Paths
Whether you are upgrading from an earlier certification or are a new IT professional, our step-by-step Learning Plans help provide the training you need to support Windows Server 2008 and ensure that hiring managers notice you. In the following list, find a title that matches your current certification or career position, and you will find a link to a Learning Plan designed to help you develop your skills and earn certifications on Windows Server 2008.
Aspiring IT professional
Get step-by-step training resources to help you get started as an IT professional and work toward a Windows Server 2008 certification.
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) on Windows Server 2003
Obtain step-by-step training resources to help you prepare for the transition exam that will advance you from MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008 certifications.
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Windows Server 2003
Obtain step-by-step training resources to help you prepare for the transition exam that will advance you from MCSA on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008 certifications.
MCSA or MCSE on Windows 2000 Server
Get step-by-step training resources to update your skills on Windows 2000 Server and to prepare for a new certification track on Windows Server 2008.
IT professional new to certification
Follow this Learning Plan to understand what credentials and certifications are available to support your work with Windows Server 2008, and learn where to start as a Microsoft Certified professional.
Windows Server 2008 Learning Snacks
Want to learn more about Windows Server 2008, but are short on time? Learning Snacks are short, interactive presentations about popular Windows Server 2008 topics and have been created by Microsoft Learning experts. Each Snack is delivered by using innovative Microsoft Silverlight technology and includes various media, such as animations and recorded demos. At the end of each presentation, you can view more 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.
Windows Server 2008
Introducing Branch Office Server in Windows Server 2008
This free Snack describes the benefits that Windows Server 2008 provides for installing and maintaining a branch office network. It demonstrates the installation of a branch office network by using the new server core option. It also lists the benefits of Active Directory read-only domain controllers (RODCs) and BitLocker Drive Encryption.
Introducing Centralized Application Access in Windows Server 2008
This free Snack explains the operational benefits of centralizing applications by using Windows Server 2008. It examines the benefits of Terminal Services. It lists ways to provide remote users with access to centralized applications by using Terminal Services Web Access. It also describes the requirements for providing a single sign-on for remote users.
Implementing Active Directory Domain Services in Windows Server 2008
This free Snack describes the new options available in Windows Server 2008 for installing and configuring Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and auditing changes to it. It lists the features of read-only domain controllers (RODCs) and describes how to perform a nonauthoritative or an authoritative restore of AD DS data.
Implementing Network Access Protection in Windows Server 2008
This free Snack describes the benefits of implementing Network Access Protection (NAP) in Windows Server 2008. It describes how to configure network and health policies for various types of clients. It identifies the options for configuring Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) enforcement for NAP and demonstrates the steps for testing a NAP implementation with DHCP enforcement.
Implementing Windows Server 2008 Security
This free Snack examines and lists the features of Group Policy settings in Windows Server 2008. It demonstrates the steps for implementing Group Policy settings and the process of upgrading them. It also explains the purpose of security templates that can be imported into Group Policy settings.
Introducing Server Virtualization in Windows Server 2008
This free Snack explains the new virtualization features in Windows Server 2008 and lists the system requirements. It also demonstrates the steps necessary to install Windows Server virtualization.
Green IT and Virtualization (new!)
Organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the environmental and business benefits of adopting a Green IT environment. This free Learning Snack highlights how virtualization facilitates a Green IT environment. It describes the Hyper-V server role and System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) tool, which help create and support a virtualized infrastructure in Windows Server 2008.
Windows Server 2008 - Training Resources
Microsoft Learning offers a diverse range of innovative training products that includes personalized Learning Plans to guide your training, certification, Microsoft Press books, skills assessments, classroom training, and e-learning solutions. Whether you learn better in a group setting or independently, Microsoft offers you comprehensive training that helps you build technical solutions and advance your career.
Learning Plans
A Learning Plan is a step-by-step roadmap of recommended Microsoft resources that provide training on Windows Server 2008. This personalized learning experience enables you to choose the training resource that is right for you, track your progress, and retain your learning history.
Books from Microsoft Press
Microsoft Press provides comprehensive reference and training books that enable you to get the most from Microsoft tools and technologies. Microsoft Press books are written by industry experts and Microsoft insiders who provide accurate and current information so that you can get the answers you need and advance your skills.
E-Learning
If you learn best independently, Microsoft Official E-Learning courses provide a simple and effective way for you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. E-Learning courses can be used to improve your skills, prepare for a project or an exam, or earn certifications on Windows Server 2008. Most e-learning courses include hands-on virtual labs.
Classroom training
Classroom training is designed to help you transition your skills and build expertise on Windows Server 2008 with the help of world-class learning content. Classroom training includes both "First Look" courses and classes for transitioning your skills. Our training providers 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.
Certification
Microsoft Certification is one of the best ways to display your skills on a brand new technology like Windows Server 2008. Certification will help you demonstrate your understanding of new features—including new Web tools, virtualization technologies, security enhancements, and management utilities—and inspire confidence in your readiness.
- Get certified on Windows Server 2008
- Use our new Microsoft Learning forum to get answers to your certification questions
- Find Windows Server 2008 certifications in the Learning Catalog