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MTA: Security Fundamentals

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MTA certifications are a great place to start if you would like to get into the technology field. MTA certifications address a wide spectrum of fundamental technical concepts, assess and validate core technical knowledge, and enhance technical credibility. Note: MTA exams do not qualify for MCP certification, nor are they a prerequisite for MCSA or MCSD certification.

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CERTIFICATION EXAM

Security Fundamentals

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FUNDAMENTALS CERTIFICATION

MTA: Security Fundamentals

Skills measured

  • Understand security layers
  • Understand operating system security
  • Understand network security
  • Understand security software

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Job role: Administrator

Required exams: 98-367

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  • 98-367: Security Fundamentals

    Languages: en zh-cn zh-tw fr de it ja ko pt-br ru es es-mx

    Retirement date: **

    This exam validates that a candidate has fundamental security knowledge and skills. It can serve as a stepping stone to the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) exams. It is recommended that candidates become familiar with the concepts and the technologies described here by taking relevant training courses. Candidates are expected to have some hands-on experience with Windows Server, Windows-based networking, Active Directory, anti-malware products, firewalls, network topologies and devices, and network ports.

    Price based on the country or region in which the exam is proctored.

    We strongly recommend that you register for an exam with a personal MSA account. If you register with an organizational (work/school) AAD account, your exam records will be lost if you leave your organization and they will be unrecoverable.
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    All objectives of the exam are covered in depth so you'll be ready for any question on the exam.

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** Complete this exam before the retirement date to ensure it is applied toward your certification. After the retirement date, please refer to the related certification for exam requirements.