Networking certifications

Career Changer Certification schools - are they worth it

I am almost scared to ask this here but the folks here seem like the best source to answer this question. I am considering a career change into the IT field. I would like specifically to work in network security. I have a BS in communications already. I have checked out a place that offers...

View Answer   |  Apr 9 2008   3:10 AM GMT   |  asked by Tarheelson
Security certifications, Certifications, MCTS

Need career advice for Network Communications Management

I am attending school currently, and will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Network Communication Management. I am wondering if this degree is enough to be successful or if I should consider obtaining my Master's degree prior to entrance into the workforce. I am also working towards my...

View Answer   |  Mar 28 2008   3:39 PM GMT   |  asked by Unified Communications ATE
VoIP jobs, CCNA, IT careers

ccna questions

just signed up to start N+ certification, actually begin tonight, and then CCNA, both are to be finished by August 2008, taking Cisco b/c i have an "in" at a company, have no previous, formal networking experience, am i going to be able to pass the CCNA? starting to worry. i do really enjoy...

View Answer   |  Mar 27 2008   9:22 PM GMT   |  asked by Jjb27
Networking certifications, CCNA, Network+

How To Calculate Effective Rights in Novell Netware 6.5

I am studying for the CNA 050-686 exam and trying to learn how to calculate effective rights. According to my exam cram study guide the formula is:Group Rights + Individual Rights - Any IRF's along the way = Effective Rights. Here's Scenario 1: If Alexandra has been granted the RWCEMFA trustee...

View Answer   |  Mar 25 2008   5:23 PM GMT   |  asked by Hfowler
SRWCEMFA, Networking certifications, Certifications

CCNA relation to MCSA/UNIX ???

a lot of community college offer "Network adminstrator certification class" which teach people with basic network knowledge for example such as TCP/IP, window 2003 server and UNIX/LINUX , I might take that as my first step as entry level tech,and will continued to study either MCSA , CCNA or...

View Answer   |  Mar 19 2008   8:38 AM GMT   |  asked by ITfuture
CCNA, MCSA, Unix

advice for N+

I am getting ready to start N+ certification next week, any advice on what/how to study for it, is it difficult, any suggestions are welcomed and appreciated

View Answer   |  Mar 17 2008   7:44 PM GMT   |  asked by Jjb27
Certifications, Networking certifications, Network+

Do I have to start at helpdesk to get networking experience? Won’t that waste my CCNA certification?

I currently hold my A+, Net+ and CCNA certifications and have experience in IT but not so much experience in the networking field with my CCNA. I am working with multiple staffing agencies looking to utilize my CCNA cert but am not having any luck. I hear all the time that I lack the experience...

View Answer   |  Mar 12 2008   8:05 PM GMT   |  asked by NetworkingATE
Networking careers and salaries, Networking certifications, Career development

CCNA need to know Dos Command line/Registry/shell script???

For any of Cisco certification job , do we need to know how to do DOS commmand line, fixing registry and writing shell script??? What I actually want to know is does cisco people only dealing with Physical side of newtork such as switch, routing & network configuration. do they need to know much of...

View Answer   |  Mar 11 2008   1:26 AM GMT   |  asked by ITfuture
Cisco, CCNA, Certifications

What qualifications do I need to be recognised as knowledgable on networking

Hi, I would like to study for some networking qualifications, but I'm not too sure which ones would be most useful for me in the job- market. I'm A++ qualified and have done a few networking jobs including a wireless network at my current work place. I enjoy networking but realise that without...

View Answer   |  Feb 28 2008   10:59 AM GMT   |  asked by Cmk
Networking, MCP, Network+

What order can one take the CCIP exams?

In what order can one take the CCIP exams?

View Answer   |  Jan 15 2008   11:35 PM GMT   |  asked by NetworkingATE
Cisco certifications, CCIP, Certifications

Will courses other than an MCP and CCNA give me the best salary?

Hi,I have completed a B.E in computer science with a second class degree. Now I am pursuing MCP and CCNA certification courses. Can these courses make me get the best salary in the company or do I have to do other courses?

View Answer   |  Jan 15 2008   11:32 PM GMT   |  asked by NetworkingATE
Cisco certifications, Salaries, Career development

Do I have to get an MCP or MCSE before getting into Cisco certifications?

I have been in the telecommunications field for seven years working for cable companies and now AT&T. I am A+ certified and working on Net+. I study a lot on backbone and network protocols ATM, MPLS, SONET, SNMP etc. I am wondering what path to take next. Do I have to get an MCP or MCSE before...

View Answer   |  Jan 15 2008   11:17 PM GMT   |  asked by NetworkingATE
Cisco certifications, IT, Networking

Got my CCNA - should I go for Network+ certification?

I passed the CCNA and am wondering what to try for next. I have no practical IT work experience and am trying to change careers. Is it worth adding the CompTIA Network+ certification even though I have my CCNA?

View Answer   |  Dec 3 2007   4:43 PM GMT   |  asked by JimmyIT
CompTIA, CCNA, Networking certifications

Masters in Network and Distributed Systems with CCNA????

Hi Guys,I am doing my Masters in Networks and Distributed Systems. Currently I have 2 months vacation in hand and want to do CCNA in that time.Need help on whether it is good idea??Will it help my Masters??Masters in Networks and Distributed Systems with CCNA is a good combination??Will the...

View Answer   |  Jul 17 2007   7:45 AM GMT   |  asked by manojdhirde
Networking, Availability, Bandwidth

Plz help me !!!!!!!!!!

I completed my B.E(computers).I applied for my Masters degree in computer science in usa.I received the I-20 for august.Since i am very keen in networking,i joined CCNA and planning to give the exam next month.I also want to complete both CCNA,RHCE.Some suggest me to leave certifications and go for...

View Answer   |  Jun 13 2007   10:59 AM GMT   |  asked by FlashGet
Business/IT alignment, Outsourcing, Career development

career change: programming to networking

I'm looking to move from programming to network administration and eventually security. I need advice. I have an AA degree. I did tech support and programming part-time in college. Since then, I've spent 2.5 years as a programmer (with some IDS responsibilities), 1.5 years doing QA on...

View Answer   |  Mar 22 2007   1:31 PM GMT   |  asked by unicityd
Networking, Hardware, Routers

Preparations for Cisco exams

I am preparing CCNA exam. I have studied from 2 cisco press books. I have found out that I had beed studying for long duration to master the whole concepts of the book. I have found no time to spend with my frineds just to play sport or read newspapers or spend some time with my family. My question...

View Answer   |  Jan 2 2007   2:13 PM GMT   |  asked by 136478457
Career development, Certifications, Training

career-2

I was wondering what my next might be to move up in IT. Currently I have an Associates in Net Admin. and have been working as a Net. Techician for over 3 years, mostly dealing with servers, both Windows and Linux. What would be best, certification in particular area, going back to school, or more...

View Answer   |  Jul 15 2005   9:18 AM GMT   |  asked by goretech
Career development, Certifications, CCNA

Technical College vs. University

Hello all- Would it be more beneficial to attend a technical college or university? A certain technical college, ECPI (www.ecpi.edu) in VA, has sparked my interest because they advertise 'they meet with some industry experts to discuss tech trends and what education needs to be put out to keep...

View Answer   |  Jul 9 2005   4:20 PM GMT   |  asked by neoCentric
DataCenter, Data center operations, Vendors

Certifications

I know the Answer to this question will vary between each person, but out of all the certifications out there which ones will help out the most for a person trying to get into IT/Networking.

View Answer   |  Nov 5 2004   10:50 AM GMT   |  asked by KJC4855
Security management, Career development, Certifications