With classes but no hands-on experience, should I try for CCENT or N+?
I have a general understanding of networking protocols, infrastructure, etc., after having taken a 400 level university class on networking and telecom. I believe that I have a good foundation to pursue Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), at minimum. Would you still recommend the Network+ (N+), though? I’m changing careers and have no hands-on [...]

Answer Question   |  November 19, 2009  10:05 PM
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CCENT or CompTIA Network+
Is the CCENT the Cisco equivalent to the Comptia Network+ ? I want to learn basic networking fundamentals before I take on the CCNA.

Answer Question   |  September 16, 2011  11:09 PM
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Is paying a training school worth the money to obtain certifications?
Hi, I am currently considering enrolling in an IT training program that supplies all training and materials along with the testing for 7 certifications (A+, Security+, MCTS, MCP, MCSA, CCENT & CCNA) Everything is included in the tuition along with a new computer to do the training on. The cost is around $25,000. Is this [...]

Answer Question   |  March 13, 2012  7:50 PM
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