Office Communications Server R2 was officially released on Feb 3, 2009. Microsoft held a Virtual Launch which was very interesting – you received a “virtual backpack” in which you received content after attending virtual breakout sessions at the launch.
There are two certification tests – for OCS: 70-638 TS: MS Office Communications Server 2007 Configuring and the Voice Partner Competency Exam 088-924: Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 – Unified Communication Voice Specialization. The 70-638 certification test for Office Communication Server has been updated to include material from OCS R2. I would hazard to say that you would be hard pressed to pass this test unless you have worked with R2 or have done some extensive reading on OCS R2 The 088-924 exam is focused more on the voice and remotes access side of OCS rather than conferencing or IM. Both the 70-638 and 088-924 exams are required as part of the requirements for the Microsoft Unified Communications Solutions Competency. If you are interested in pursuing the Microsoft Certified Masters program for OCS, then this exam is.
I suspect there will be more certification tests for OCS in the future as this product grows in capability, functionality and popularity. Office Communication Server is an amazing product that has tremendous potential for customers for their communication needs whether it be for IM, PC2PC calls or conferencing using the Office Communicator client.
Author: Randy Muller
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