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September 23, 1998

Windows Technical Forum

Len Segal, MCP

Segal Computer Consulting

September 23, 1998

© Copyright 1998, Segal Computer Consulting, All Rights Reserved

Agenda

  • - 7:45 - 8:30 - Technical Presentation - "Microsoft Certification Issues and Tips" We will discuss the ATEC (Microsoft Authorized Training & Education Center) training vs. non-ATEC (aka "out of the box") training.
    • Presenters: Marie Tosi (Microsoft Corp.), and Len Segal (Segal Computer Consulting)

 

Info Update

  • Immigration Bill to "Import" High-Tech Workers (H1-B’s)
  • Y2K Lawsuits Could Bury Consultants

www.mcpmag.com

 

Trade Shows

  • CAUTION: Events May Be Managed by Companies that Will Sell Mailing Lists or Spam Registrants with Junk Mail!
  • Microsoft Explorer ‘98 - Hynes, Dec 1-3, 1998
  • http://www.dci.com/explorer
  • Sales Force Automation - Hynes, Dec. 1-3, 1998
  • http://www.dci.com/SFA

 

Valuable Info (Repeated from Previous Meetings)

  • Potential SMTP and NNTP [Network News Transfer Protocol] Denial-of-Service Vulnerabilities in Exchange Server
  • Hacker victims develop defense plan
  • Windows NT Server 4.0 Terminal Server Edition Released
  • Win98 glitches with Proprietary Computer Systems
  • Presario, Win 98, CD-ROM and DOS don’t mix
  • ZDNet’s Guides to Win98
  • Win98 - Do NOT Upgrade "E" Series Machines Until IBM Fixes BIOS & Drivers
  • Current "Work Around" is Disable All 32-Bit Disk Drivers!
  • Ensoniq SoundScape - OK "Standalone", Kills NetBEUI Network
  • Machine With This Card Can Push/Pull Across Network, Other Machines Can’t See This One With Win98 (OK With Win95)

 

Tips & Tricks

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Technical Presentation - Microsoft Certification

  • What is the Intent?
  • Strictly to Get Certified? MCP, MCSE, MCSE+I?
  • To Learn About Products & Get Certified?
  • Keep in Mind: The Quality of ANY Course Will Depend a Great Deal on the Quality of the Instructor!!
  • Salary Survey

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