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For those who have already started to search the Internet for Microsoft MCSA / MCSE related web sites, I am sure you have been a bit overwhelmed by the HUGE numbers of web sites devoted to obtaining these Microsoft certifications. Problem is with so many web sites available, it is most difficult for the new student to decide which web sites they should visit. With a full time job and other items that require your attention like, eating, sleeping and spending time with the significant other, time management is of the up most importance! Spending countless hours surfing the endless number of certification web sites can kill many evenings.... this is not a good thing. You can skip the TOP "whatever" MCSA / MCSE web site lists and other "site ranking" Microsoft Certification web sites since they are usually full of blind, dead or misdirection links for site ranking purposes that will have you clicking endlessly as you try to close those annoying "pop-ups" that fill your screen. Also, the majority of the web sites listed on MCSE ranking sites are out of date, old material and are of little use to the serious student. I have listed the "cream of the crop" when it comes to MCSA / MCSE Certification related web sites, there is no need to visit any other. Each link will open a new Browser Window so that you can come back to this page easily.... Enjoy!
	The MCSE Directory lists many MCSE related site sorted by categories with info and ratings for each site. Vince's tip: Focus on their highly recommended sites only, looking at other sites on the list usually end up "404 - Page Not Found"!
	One of my favorites, Labmice finds and consolidates the best resources from hundreds of the biggest tech sites, and sort them by topic. The links are hand picked and verified weekly which saves time since many sites come and go quickly.
	MC/MCSE provides extensive certification info and preparation materials for MCSE certification and more, it also has a career center. The Tech Tutorials section has over 800 free computer/networking related tutorials and white papers.
	ExamNotes offers free on-line practice exams plus popular discussion boards, books, and of course more links. This site host a unique IT Job search engine that lets you search the databases of 5 leading online recruiters.
	Home - Sweet - Home for all Microsoft Professionals. Has tons of recourses for the MCSE in training as well as seasoned professionals. Once you are certified be sure to sign up for the "Members Only" section which is open only to MCP/MCSE.
	If you haven't heard of Brainbuzz by now then you may be missing one of the best all-in-one technical web sites on the Internet. They have a huge section for MCSE Certifications as well as an excellent IT recruiting and job search section.
	Although not as comprehensive as the MCSE Directory, this site offers a very "clean" look that is easy on the eyes. My main recommendations are to take advantage of the on-line quizzes, tests and explore it's huge IT job search database.
	Great site with a large listing of FREE on-line or downloadable technical tutorials. Currently there are over 80 tutorials on Windows 2000 alone, I strongly suggest you review those dealing with Active Directory, Administration and Installation.
	If you haven't shelled out the money for a Microsoft TechNet subscription yet (and you will eventually), then the next best thing is the on-line "limited" version. Use the on-line version to help you research MCSE related questions on sample tests.
	While we are on the subject of Microsoft, the "Official" Windows 2000 site is a must! As an MCSE in training it is highly recommended to frequent this site often for technical information right from the horse's mouth! (Sorry Bill)
	You WILL be using this site more once you become certified. The depth of technical information is outstanding and many articles can help you in your MCSE studies now and later, when your on site dealing with Active Directory related issues.
	Everything you ever wanted to know about ISA Server, all in one web site! Although the ISA class is only two days, the test is much more difficult and more technical info is needed to pass. Hands on experience and using this site is a MUST!
	More on ISA Server? Trust me you will need it! Once again our friends at MS provide an outstanding resource that can be used for MCSE study as well as deployment. Major Hint: Download and USE the eval copy, read all the case studies!
	If you have cable, DSL or any other fast connectivity to the Internet then a visit to this site is very helpful. 56K may be tolerable, AOL? Forget it! Get a real ISP! View the technical seminars on Active Directory, Group Policy, RIS and DDNS.
	Original software documentation is usually, shall we say... lacking in many areas? Oh, but our friends at MS did their homework with Windows 2000. You will find many gems on this site, worth your immediate attention for any design tests.
	Looking for quick answers to your MCSE 2000 Certification questions? They claim to be the Internet's #1 certification discussion board, lots of traffic. However, I suggest your "research" (aka TechNet) any responses, just to make sure.
	This is probably the only "personal" Windows information page worth listing for the MCSE student. Pay special attention to Franks helpful "how to" guides, they are very specific and written in easy to read format for the new Windows 2000 user.
	For some unknown reason this site comes and goes, but I suggest you try again later. Why, simply said this is the BEST site for on-line tutorials on how to subnet. They use PowerPoint slides with voice over, you will need Media Player.
If there are any Microsoft Certification training websites you have come across that perhaps you feel are good enough to be listed here, please let me know and I will review them. Of course, feel free to let me know if any of these currently listed sights no longer work... Thanks!