CISSP Exam Updates: Domains, Threats, and Exam Format

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional exam, widely known as CISSP, has long been considered the gold standard of cybersecurity certifications. Issued by (ISC)², this credential carries tremendous weight in the information security industry and is recognized by employers and government agencies across the globe. When (ISC)announces updates to the CISSP exam, the entire cybersecurity… Read More »

Take Microsoft Exams Online. Yes, Now You Can

The way professionals earn technology certifications has changed dramatically over the past several years, and Microsoft has been at the center of that shift. For a long time, sitting a Microsoft certification exam meant booking a slot at an approved testing center, traveling to a physical location, and completing the assessment under the supervision of… Read More »

EMC: New Exams Coming in January: E2O -597, E20-377, E20-375

The December 2014 announcement about EMC examination codes E20-597, E20-377 and E20-375 was useful to candidates preparing for changes expected in January 2015. Those codes are not a responsible starting point for a new examination booking in 2026. Rather than treating a historical launch notice as a current exam catalog, readers should examine what the… Read More »

Holiday Special: Take New MCSE Exams For FREE!

Editorial update — October 2026: The free-MCSE-exam holiday special in this 2014 post has ended. It is not an active exam-voucher offer, and the former MCSE exams can no longer be taken: Microsoft retired the last of the MCSA/MCSD/MCSE examination tracks on January 31, 2021. The original registration walkthrough remains here for historical context only.… Read More »

Must Bookmark: Microsoft’s Retiring Exams Directory

Microsoft has built one of the most extensive certification ecosystems in the technology industry, spanning cloud computing, database administration, development, and infrastructure management. Within this vast program, exams come and go with regularity as technology evolves and product versions reach the end of their supported lifecycles. For IT professionals who are actively pursuing Microsoft certifications… Read More »

It’s Cyber Monday & Cyber Week! Get Codes Inside!

A Cyber Week announcement belongs to its year This article was originally published on December 1, 2014, during that year’s Cyber Monday promotions. Discount codes from a specific holiday period are time-limited by design. Repeating the old headline without context could encourage readers to expect an active code at a checkout where none is offered.… Read More »

Breaking News! New MCSE: Enterprise Devices and Apps is Here

Editorial update — October 2026: The ‘new’ MCSE: Enterprise Devices and Apps credential was newly announced in 2014, when this article was published; it is not a new certification today. Microsoft’s MCSA, MCSD and MCSE exam routes were fully retired by January 31, 2021. The management skills described below have evolved into current Microsoft 365… Read More »

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certifications: News & Overviews

The AWS certification portfolio described in older announcements has changed materially. As of October 2026, CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) replaced SysOps Administrator, Machine Learning – Specialty ended on March 31, 2026, and the Database and Data Analytics Specialty assessments were withdrawn in 2024. Developers and Professional Solutions Architects also face announced late-2026 exam-version transitions.… Read More »

NEW Cisco Service Provider Mobility Specialist Certs: CDMA and UMTS

Cisco’s certification program has consistently evolved to reflect the technologies that matter most to the organizations and professionals who build and maintain critical communication infrastructure. The introduction of new Service Provider Mobility Specialist credentials focused on CDMA and UMTS technologies represents a significant addition to an already comprehensive catalog of networking and telecommunications certifications. These… Read More »

Mobile App Security Professional? Get CSSLP-Certified!

Mobile application security has become one of the most pressing concerns in modern software development, and professionals who specialize in this area are finding themselves at the center of an industry-wide conversation about how to build software that resists attack. Every day, millions of people trust mobile applications with their most sensitive personal and financial… Read More »

Coming Soon: GNFA, World’s First Network Forensics Certification

When GIAC introduced the Network Forensic Analyst credential, the emphasis was on recognizing a discipline that often sat between network engineering and incident response. The original 2014 'coming soon' framing is now obsolete: GNFA is an established certification with a published syllabus and exam format. Its enduring reader value is a clear explanation of network… Read More »

Take New Microsoft Azure and Office 365 Exams For FREE!

Editorial update — October 2026: The Azure and Office 365 free-exam opportunity described here was a limited 2014 promotional program. It is not evidence of a valid Microsoft voucher in 2026. The former exam selection, redemption steps and eligibility conditions belong to that campaign; anyone looking for free learning or an actual discount now should… Read More »

Cloudera Certifications: Worth Your Attention

Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on October 14, 2014, this article records Cloudera's earlier certification portfolio. The discussion below retains the language and assumptions of its publication period. Words such as “new,” “now,” “coming soon,” “free,” and references to exam registration or a specific product release are historical statements, not active offers… Read More »

Passing DAT: There is an Easier Way

What the DAT measures The Dental Admission Test is used by dental education programs to help assess academic readiness. The American Dental Association describes four main sections: Survey of the Natural Sciences, Perceptual Ability, Reading Comprehension and Quantitative Reasoning. Natural sciences includes biology, general chemistry and organic chemistry. The test is broader than a single… Read More »

The New Windows Is On Its Way: Have You Heard of Windows 10?

In October 2014, Microsoft’s reveal of Windows 10 signaled a change in the Windows experience after the controversy surrounding Windows 8. The return of familiar navigation, new security features and a broader device strategy were central talking points. Those announcements are now history. Windows 10’s general support lifecycle reached a major endpoint on 14 October… Read More »