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Be a Vista and Office 2007 Guru

Do you want to be the one everyone turns to when Vista or Office 2007 go awry -- or does the mere thought make you flee in terror? If the answer to the first question is yes, you might want to check out Microsoft’s new certifications. The approach is a bit unique -- you start off learning basic skills, then develop talents suited for specific jobs, such as consumer customer support.

Posted by Doug Barney on November 27, 2006


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