Is a Microsoft certified database administrator (MSDBA) certification course good with my SQL Server experience?
I am working in a data migration team on SQL Server. I am planning to do the Microsoft certified database administrator (MSDBA) course. Please let me know if this certification matches with the line of work I am doing, or if there is a more preferable certification that would contribute to my SQL Server work [...]

Answer Question   |  February 11, 2009  7:30 PM
IT career planning, IT jobs, Microsoft certifications, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, MSDBA, Networking certifications, SQL Server, SQL Server certifications, Training, Training and certifications

Is this network certification path good for an aspiring ethical hacker?
Hi there! I am a student that’s currently getting a degree that focuses on networking and ethical hacking. I am working to earn a few certifications while holding a part time job for experience. From beginner to expert, I am aiming to achieve the following certifications (in order): 1) CompTIA Network+ 2) CCENT 3) CCNA [...]

Answer Question   |  February 18, 2009  5:29 PM
Career development, CCENT, CCNA, Certification and specializations, CompTIA certifications, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, degrees, Ethical hackers, IT careers, IT jobs, MCSA, MCSE, Networking, Networking careers, Networking certifications, Students

What certifications would help me switch from network engineering to administrator?
I have two years of experience as a technical support analyst for Elsevier employees where we had access to Elsevier servers through Citrix Metaframe. I worked on Active Directory in creating accounts (Mail and File) on Windows Server 2003. I have an engineering background. I have not had any theory on networking, though I worked [...]

Answer Question   |  February 19, 2009  5:22 PM
career advice, Career development, IT careers, IT certification and training, IT jobs, Network Administrator, Network engineering, Networking, Networking certifications, Staffing, Windows Server 2003

Which network security certifications would you recommend and why?
I have currently finished a degree in Information Science from Bangalore, and I’m looking forward to a career in networking. Though Bangalore is known as the IT hub, I’m somehow not attracted towards the IT sector. I want to do something more security related. The CCNA and MCSE certifications are both offered by various institutes [...]

Answer Question   |  February 18, 2009  5:15 PM
CCNA, Cisco certifications, degrees, IT training and certifications, MCSE, MCSE CCNA, Network security, Networking, Networking certifications

CCNA 640-802
I had completed ny CCNA last month. Now i am studying for CCNA Global Exam. Eventhough i studied, i forget most of the things and concepts. I am having exam on January 17th. Please tell me the easy way to clear the Global Exam(Exam Essentials)?

Answer Question   |  January 12, 2009  10:42 AM
640-802 CCNA Exam, CCNA, CCNA exam, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Cisco Certified Network Associate, Networking certifications

Suggestions and guidance for IT courses/career
Hi david, I m vaibahv from india i jus saw ur blog n info about ur courses. I want sum suggetions from u…..i m doing Bs.IT n i have don basic networking course(TCP/IP) n m doing job from last 4 yr but b coz of i dont have any cirtification i dont get the sallary [...]

Answer Question   |  February 18, 2009  3:36 AM
Career development, CCNA, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Cisco Certified Network Associate, IT careers, IT education, IT training, Linux administration, Linux certifications, Networking certifications

What is the difference between a collision domain and broadcast domain?
what is the difference between collision domain & broadcast domain?

Answer Question   |  October 8, 2010  8:56 AM
Broadcast domain, CCNA, CCNA exam, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Cisco Certified Network Associate, Collision domain, Networking certifications

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
A+, Career development, CCENT, CCNA, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician, Cisco Certified Network Associate, CompTIA, Computer engineering, IT certification and training, IT education, IT jobs, IT training, MCP, MCSA, MCTS, Microsoft certifications, Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Networking certifications, Security certifications, Security+

Finding a good institution to pursue a CCIE certification
I am looking for an institute in South India to pursue a CCIE certification. How do I narrow down my options and figure out which institution has a well-equipped lab with experienced faculty?

Answer Question   |  December 7, 2008  8:16 PM
Career development, Certification programs, Certifications, Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, Degree programs, Institutes, Networking, Networking certifications

Does an A+ certification hold any value anymore?
Is A+ worth anything anymore now that wireless LANS and WANS are the standard user method of computing? Most people are on laptops, PDA’s or some other mobile device. Does it still makes sense to become A+ certified nowadays?

Answer Question   |  December 7, 2008  7:43 PM
A+, certification, Certification and specialization, Networking, Networking certifications

confusion in networking
i have MCSA 2003 and i interested in ccna & red hat certification but i am not making right decision which certification i do ,when to give me grate opportunity in IT industry and benefit my carrier i know IT filed so varied both certification is required which certification for best my.

Answer Question   |  December 1, 2008  2:25 PM
CCNA, Linux certifications, MCSA, MCSA Certification, Networking certifications, Red Hat

Which SAP certification will benefit my Cisco certification?
I have recently completed my cisco course which consisted of my CCNA, CCNP, COMPTIA SUITE(A+,N+,Server+,Sec+), LINUX, ORACLE, SOLARIS, JAVA, MS VB and WINDOWS. I have been reading on SAP and Have been interested it, What certfication with SAP can i do that will benefit me as i enjoy the networking infrastructure side, if Anyone can [...]

Answer Question   |  December 3, 2008  11:17 AM
A+, CCNA, CCNP, Certifications, Cisco, MCSE, Network+, Networking, Networking careers, Networking certifications, SAP, SAP careers, Security+, Server+

What course precedes Cisco’s CCNA exam?
I learned about computer hardware 8 years ago and I don’t have any experience with it. Now I want to get CCNA certification. Is there any course before starting the CCNA? Please advise me. Thank you.

Answer Question   |  November 14, 2008  11:25 PM
CCNA, CCNA exam, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Networking, Networking certifications

Right way to do CCNA
HI, I have recently completed Polytechnic Engineering in Computer Science & Post Graduate Diploma in IT. Now I want to complete the CCNA, Please tell me how should i PROCEED & which study material & BookI should consult. Thanks Mir A

Answer Question   |  October 20, 2008  12:20 AM
Career development, CCNA, Certifications, Cisco certifications, Networking certifications

Which certs should I take first?
Hi everyone, completely new here so.. Here goes my question. I’m currently taking a diploma of Cyber and Digital Security, which covers on networking and ethical hacking (all very lightly). After this Diploma, I’m planning to head more into the network and security side (following the steps of my diploma) The certs I aim to [...]

Answer Question   |  February 14, 2011  6:35 PM
CCENT, CCNA, Certifications, Cisco certifications, MCSA, MCSE, Microsoft certifications, Network+, Networking certifications, Security certifications, Security+

For a networking career, should I get CCSP or CCNP certifications?
I have my BE in electronics and communication, and I am also CCNA certified. Currently, I am working in a BPO as tech support for Symantec Antivirus. So I just want to know if this experience will count towards networking domain experience on my resume. I am also deciding whether or not I should get [...]

Answer Question   |  October 24, 2008  5:14 PM
Career development, Careers in networking, CCNP, CCSP, Cisco certifications, degrees, IT careers, IT jobs, Networking, Networking certifications, resumes

How to be a professional hacker
Can you tell me how to become a professional hacker? Are there any global certifications for it?

Answer Question   |  February 25, 2012  4:08 PM
Career development, Career in Information Security, Careers in networking, Hackers, Hackers and hacking groups, Hacking, Network security, Networking certifications

Beginner networking certifications: Tips for passing A+ and Network+ exams
I studied IT two years ago. After I couldn’t get an IT job I had to settle as a manager to a pizza shop. This job is satisfying, but I’m currently studying for an A+ certification. Do you think there’s still hope for me? And do you have any tips for passing the A+ and [...]

Answer Question   |  September 29, 2008  10:23 PM
A+, Career change, Career development, IT training and certifications, Network+, Networking, Networking certifications

What are my chances of getting a good networking job without a college degree?
I want to start a career in networking. I have started taking A+ classes. After that I intend to go for N+ then CCNA. I want to be sure I am on the right track. If I don’t have a college degree, what are my chances of getting a good job or having a good [...]

Answer Question   |  September 29, 2008  9:42 PM
A+, Career development, CCNA, College, Degree, IT jobs, N+, Networking, Networking careers, Networking certifications

CCNA
hi, i am doing bba now 2nd year and now i am planning to do cisco courses (ccna, ccnp etc.) i want to know is it worth to do for me beacause i am from management field this is different from that and hows the latest market value of these courses and salary expectation.

Answer Question   |  September 15, 2008  4:32 AM
CCNA, CCNP, Certifications, Cisco certifications, IT careers, IT jobs, IT salaries, Networking certifications