>Could some kind soul reiterate the deal regarding the beta exams 70-100 Desktop and 70-150 distributed? I understand we would have to pay for them if we want to take them... $100 US? but that there are also vouchers available?
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The exams are 71-155 (Distributed) and 71-156 (Desktop). I believe that the cost per exam is $50; if you pass the beta exam, MS will send you two vouchers which can be used to take other MCP certification exams at no cost in the future, but only if you pass.