Microsoft has made a recent announcement that Windows Server 2008, previously codenamed as ‘Longhorn’, will be launched on Feb. 27, 2008. This new server operating system, with a host of advanced features like Network Access Protection, Read-Only Domain and Federated Rights Management gives any server running it a new level of security and reliability.

In spite of this announcement, the strength and popularity of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that the demand for related IT expertise will continue for many years to come. Thus, if you are planning to get a MCSE or MCSA certification in Windows Server 2003, you don’t have to make any hasty changes to your plans. If you already hold a MCSE or MCSA certification in Windows Server 2003, continuing to build on your existing skills and to become one of the first certified experts on Windows Server 2008 would be a valuable way to demonstrate your skills and inspire confidence in your employers and clients.

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSEs) in Windows Server 2003 can quickly and easily transfer their skills to achieve Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) accreditation on Windows Server 2008. The MCTS credential enables professionals to target specific technologies and distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in those technologies.

To make the transition from MCSE Windows Server 2003 to MCTS Windows Server 2008, professionals with an MCSE on Windows Server 2003 must pass one exam to become an MCTS on Windows Server 2008. This exam being 70-649: Upgrading your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to MCTS on Windows Server 2008.
On passing this exam, the MCSE 2003 professional will earn three distinct MCTS certifications:

• MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Active Directory Configuration
• MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Network Infrastructure Configuration
• MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Application Platform Configuration

Likewise, to make the transition from MCSA Windows Server 2003 to MCTS Windows Server 2008, professionals with an MCSA on Windows Server 2003 must pass one exam to become an MCTS on Windows Server 2008. This exam is 70-648: Upgrading your MCSA on Windows Server 2003 to MCTS on Windows Server 2008.
On passing this exam, the MCSA 2003 professional will earn two distinct MCTS certifications:

• MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Active Directory Configuration/p>
• MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Network Infrastructure Configuration

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