Microsoft MCSA Certification Program

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Microsoft MCSA    

MCSA is a four-test credential that fills the systems administrator job role. The MCSA focuses on implementing, managing and troubleshooting existing network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 and .NET server operating systems.

Qualified candidates will have six to 12 months' experience implementing and administering a desktop operating system or network operating system, along with experience managing an existing network infrastructure. In a nutshell, MCSAs do not generally deploy new networks or systems, as is required of MCSEs. The MCSA certification could be used also a stepping-stone on the way to becoming an MCSE.

MCSE is still the premiere certification for professionals who support, design and implement Microsoft Windows networks.  The MCSE can now be complemented with the newly released .NET Enterprise Server certification track. 

Prior to embarking on this certification, individuals should have an understanding of ‘basic’ network configurations and concepts.  Prerequisites include:  CompTIA A+ and Network+ training and/or comparable work experience.
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CompTIA Network+

Network+ is a CompTIA vendor neutral certification that measures the technical knowledge of networking professionals with at least 9 months experience in network support or administration.

Earning the Network+ certification means that the candidate possesses the knowledge needed to configure and operate a variety of networking products. This exam covers a wide range of vendor and product neutral networking technologies that can also serve as a prerequisite for vendor-specific IT certifications.
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CompTIA Server+

Server+ deals with Industry Standard Server Architecture (ISSA) issues, such as RAID, SCSI, multiple CPUs, SANs - and more
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Cisco CCNA

The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking for the small office/home office (SOHO) market. CCNA certified professionals can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP, IGRP, IPX, Serial, AppleTalk, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists.
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Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP)

The Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) program is the first and only vendor-neutral program available to teach today's network engineers a standard body of knowledge for wireless LANs. CWNP Wireless LAN Training and Certification leverages existing networking knowledge and skill by applying that expertise to wireless networking. The CWNP program imparts credibility, confidence, and recognition, while measuring the knowledge of IT professionals. Achieving CWNP status - at any level - shows that you are a technical leader with the ability to successfully implement and manage wireless network solutions for your organization or your clients.
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