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Quality training in Information technology is becoming more and more expensive. Lack of standards in the I.T. training industry, shortage of experienced faculty and the tendency of training institutes to make a fast buck at the students expense are compounding the problem. In such a scenario it is worth exploring alternate options to train oneself to pick up infotech skills without burning a hole in the pocket. Internet is one such medium that offers a plethora of resources that will warm the cockles of every aspiring software wannabe's heart.
Without much ado, lets plunge in and discover the sites that offer free training and tutorials on information technology.
1. Freeskills
This is an amazing site that provides free training on a broad spectrum of topics. Topics range from basic computing and getting started with Windows to various Microsoft technologies, web development, Unix, programming, databases, networking and more. With free access to Microsoft, Novell and many other authorized certification courses, this site can also be used to study for qualifications in computing such as MCSE, MCSD, CNE or MCP. All tutorials can be downloaded in PDF format, that means no major expenses on Internet usage. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to access the tutorials.
2.Tech Tutorials
TechTutorials.com is a directory of free computer and networking tutorials for the I.T. professional, containing over 1300 free tutorials. Tutorial categories include: Networking; Windows NT; Applications; Databases; Hardware; Programming; Linux; Macintosh; Unix; Novell and more.
3.Free-Ed.net
Another great site with a listing of tutorials on almost all topics that an I.T. professional would require.
4.Freetutorials.com
This site offers free tutorials in seven major categories from applications to web design.
Site for Certification and Testing
1. Exam Corner
At ExamCorner.com one can test himself/herself with a wide choice of free practice exams on Cisco, Citrix,
MCSE & Novell.
2. Cyber Testing Center
The online adaptive testing services allow you to prepare and pass all the MCPs, MCSD, MCSE exams available on the site. One can test himself/herself free of charge by simply accessing this site.
3. Brainbench
Brainbench is one of the leading source of certifications on the Internet. More than 16,000 exams are administered every week on this site and it is recognized by industry-leading companies, including CSC, EDS, Ernst & Young, and Price-Waterhouse-Coopers. One can register for an exam in any of the 55+ Brainbench Certification categories and then take the test at one's convenience. All exams are administered over the web through a world class, adaptive online testing engine. Brainbench also offers online certification preparation courses to help one prepare for certification exams.
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