-
Is it possible to have too many certifications?
I was wondering what the members opinions are on this topic. First of all should your certification reflect your experience / skill sets or does that not mean that much? Example Help desk employee with a MCSE or a Operations Tech with a CCNP. Do you think that listing to many can look ackward or even strange? Should your…
-
Given a choice, which would you prefer?
As a hiring manager, which person would you hire assuming everything else is constant? Intermediate Certs being CCNA/SSCP/etc High Level Certs being MSCE/CCNP Tried to keep it as fair as possible. Choose your top 2 likely to be hired.
-
Seeking Certification Advice
I am currently pursuing my CISSP (associate) scheduled in Jan. 2011 After CISSP I was planning on doing E|CSA/LPT based really on interest...really don't see much demand for it in the industry just enjoy learning. I am seeking advice on what I should tackle next. I currently work as a DoD contractor doing Vulnerability…
-
Need your opinion - SANS related
-
LPIC-1: Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide
Hello Has anyone used this for study? Amazon.com: LPIC-1: Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide: (Exams 101 and 102) (9780470404836): Roderick W. Smith: Books And if so, is it worth it? Thanks in advance! :)
-
SCNS, my impressions
I just got back from taking the Tactical Perimeter Defense exam, the qualifying exam for the Security Certified Network Specialist (SCNS) offered by the Security Certified Program. After a search here, it looks like I may be one of the only people on the board who has actually sat for a SCP exam -- though I see at least a…
-
Do employers care?
So while in the cisco forum, some douche comes up and boast about how easy the cisco certs are if you use brain **** and such. I saw this in a post: Now some of the people here are in hiring positions and are probably not an accurate representation of the populous at large. What I would like to know is do employers…
-
Passed E20-001
Passed the EMC Information Storage Management test the other day. I took the 5 day class with EMC and it was a very good class. The cert was challenging but was very passable as long as you know the material. I highly suggest this class/cert for someone wanting to get into storage.
-
Beta Exams Question
How does one go about finding out which beta exams are available and how do you sign up? I am talking MS or Comptia.
-
I'm back . . .
Just got a new job were I will get to focus on Citrix. Probably will not be as involved here as I was a few years ago, but definitely will be posting more often. I see the CCA on XenApp 6 and maybe Netscaler in my future. Not sure about the CCEE yet.
-
Black Friday - Cert Education Deals
INE has 35% off deal on all their materials. I think I am going for a workbook, just thought I should share, and maybe we could take advantage of the thread and have anybody who finds other deals post them here. Anybody seen any other deals?
-
At a Crossroads... Seeking advice
I recently passed the CISSP exam, and am currently working on the submission of all relevant documents to make it official... But now I am at a decision point in my life... I have 5 years remaining in the U.S. military before I retire and am actively working in the Information Security field as an IASO but have no clue on…
-
Preplogic Audio is $10 until 11/28
If you've been wanting to try out Preplogic's audio product, they're on sale for $10.
-
A Light Dinner, A Light Cert
Okay, so I have one more "bonus" test to complete this year, since 70-299 decided to blindside me with a punch to the kidneys. Revenge will be mine next week, though (if all goes well) and I'll be done for the year. I think I'll sip a Rip-It, gaze out into the sand, and contemplate the climate. Okay, I'm lying. I need…
-
RHCSA - Deploying http file sharing services
Studying for the rhcsa. Wondered if anyone has an idea how to setup http file sharing services. Link or any assistance would be appreciated.
-
Real World Security Professional (RWSP) certification
I ran across these links to a "Real World Security Professional" certification. Anyone have any experience with the RWSP cert? Looks like a pen testing and CTF training cert. http://www.infiltrated.net/rwspreview.html Black Hat ® Technical Security Conference: Abu Dhabi 2010 // Real World Security: Attack, Defend, Repel by…
-
Best learning techniques?
I have found myself in a 2+ year funk trying to get motivated to get new certifications. I end up spending a couple days getting into full gear, then something happens in my life (work, family, etc) that makes me slip and I don't touch the material again for weeks. Part of it is I am certian I have ADD, dry book material…
-
How long for cert?
Hey guys...I just passed my network + plus on Monday and I was wondering when would I get my certificate. I forgot what my instructor told I guess because I was so excited for passing the exam..:D I'm sure it varies, but I thought I would ask.... Thanks!
-
Anybody Avaya certified?
I have a friend who does telecom/system adminstration, but their phone system is set up with Avaya. He really enjoys it and when he utilizes his employee tuition/certification reimbursement plan he always flys out to Denver Colorado and takes Avaya training. This coming year will be his 3rd training, each time getting…
-
My guide and overview in regards to IT and certifications.
I think the main reasons why I write this, is a combination of two things. One is my own feelings towards certification and two, is to pass this information to some of the younger or inexperienced IT people in the forum. There are 3 major things to remember in regards to getting any IT Certification: * To learn and update…
-
XenDesktop Express as a starting point??
I'm highly interested in learning XenDesktop and XenApp technologies...I've got XenDesktop Express downloaded...I'm assuming that it would be a good place to start. Honestly I'm not too interested in getting the cert, but I would really like to know how to work those two technologies. I've read a good bit through the posts…
-
audiobooks certification study
Hi, I've heard of people on these forums using audiobooks to help study for certain exams. Where can I find these? I realize it's not necessarily the best way to study, but it's better than nothing. I think audiobooks could be useful for exams that cover large numbers of concepts without going into technical detail (it…
-
How to recover data after a virus?
My labtop was infected by a trojan virus i was not able to restore from an earlier setting. I did get rid of the virus and reinstalled windows vista but now i want to recover my word documents and pictures and other programs but i do not know how. How can i recover all my data? ________________[FONT="] [/FONT]…
-
Please point me in the right direction
hi all I work in the electronic security field in australia (alarms, access control, cameras) where a lot of equipment is turning IP or has the capability eg a lot of cameras have turned IP or customers want to view their cameras through their recorders from home in training i went through some of the ccna course, ip…
-
I have a CompTIA ID through Prometric. Vue has a different ID. How to combine?
I took A+ and Network+ through Prometric, passed, and CompTIA assigned me a CompTIA ID. I just bought a $190 Security+ voucher through GetCertify4Less which is a Vue only voucher. Within 2 minutes of buying the voucher, GetCertify4Less called me (a guy who couldn't speak English) saying they'd e-mail my voucher in about 10…
-
At a fork in the road
I just wrapped up a 4 test stretch (VCP, 70-290 & 70-291, and Sec+), and I'm taking a couple weeks off. But now I'm trying to figure out what's next. I'm torn between going after CCNA, or finishing up the MCSE track. I currently hold a MCSA, but I definitely want to be a MCSE at some point. I need 70-293 and 70-294, and…
-
Audio Training
Where have you guys picked up audio training if you have used it before? I had a crap load of road time sunday so listened to Getting Things Done by David Allen last Sunday. I will have the same trip this Sun coming up. It is 8 hours. I picked up CEH from Preplogic. Wondering if there is other sites that have some good…
-
Anyone ever thought of using alternative options for taking notes?
Anyone ever thought of using alternative options for taking notes? I’m on a never ending quest to make my notes more effective and more productive as I study multiple subjects, and for certifications. Currently, I take notes in a notebook, and then I transfer them into a One Note Cornell template notebook. This format…
-
Prometric voucher issues?
Is anyone else having issues registering for an MS exam with your exam pack voucher number? I canceled one exam and am trying to schedule another, and instead of scheduling the exam as paid for it's trying to make me pay a discounted amount ($87.50) and is showing a balance of the amount I paid for for the pack ($212.50).
-
IT folk: free Juniper certification plus $25 Best Buy gift card
IT folk: free Juniper certification plus $25 Best Buy gift card when you pass http://www.pipelinenow.com/client...promo.html Having taken steps toward certification, you're already familiar with many of the benefits—including commanding a higher salary with this valued skill set. To incent you to become certified on the…
-
Passed SCJA
Like many others before me I just walked out of the SCJA exam with a positive result. This was the last class I needed for my BS NTDM from WGU! Now I sit and wait for them to apply the score report so that I can ask my mentor to submit the necessary forms to receive my diploma. I would say this makes the passing result…
-
Scjp+
I wonder if anyone knows anymore about this exam? It looks like it's going to replace the SCJP and Sun is getting rid of multiple choice in favor of actually having the testers type the code in to produce an output. Beta for this started July 22nd; no reports at JavaRanch of anyone actually being contacted with a voucher…
-
SCJP Videos
I thought i would pass this along, while studying for the SCJP exam, I am recording videos and uploading them to youtube.com YouTube - VoidRealms's Channel They are probably not perfect, I am doing this mostly for review.
-
Master CIW Manger
Hello all, I'm new here, and it seems interesting place to ask and know about certificates, I'm planning/thinking to start my way to get master CIW manager, but I'm still little confused, is it really worth? what do you think? anyone got this certificate and has seen changes in their career, advise me plz? Thank you :)
-
where HP exams threads !
sorry but I'm a new member to this forum i feel excited when i saw it fist time really appreciate the work done here but unfortionaly i can't find HP exams section witch is necessary in today's IT world thanks again and good luck to all eng. ahmed douban
-
Here's the plan
Alright! The wife left town this morning. She won't be back until Monday. It fundamentally sucks. BUT on the other side of the coin I have decided to give my weekend to IT certification. I have a few options. 1) Just drive my efforts into CCNP, I know I won't pass Route in a weekend. But there are some good lab hours in…
-
Panicked! Please help with MCDST Decision.
Hi all I am new to the forums and although I am fairly good with computers and have previously done 1 year at Uni doing a computing science degree it was over 13 years ago! I’ve recently decided on a career change since I am already fixing/upgrading family, friends, and colleague’s pc's and laptops I thought I’d change to…
-
New guy here
Hello. I forget how, but I stumbled upon these forums. I use to be a regular at ProProfs.com, but the activity there is a fraction of what it is here. Especially with regard to Windows 7 stuff. Anyway, I am an IT Specialist for the state of Iowa. Been here for almost 2.5 years now and had 2 years in the private sector…
-
certified Data Center Professional
Anyone familiar with EPI's Certified Data Center Professional, Specialist, Expert and Operations Manager certifications? Just ran across it for a job posting, as the datacenter manager for a large bank. Here's a link to EPI: EPI Training
-
Assigning credentials to a business?
Saw this on CraigsList tonight. Wanted - your MCP credentials assigned to our firm (Minneapolis) Date: 2010-11-10, 1:31PM CST WANTED: MCP Credentials assigned to our firm. (Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) refers to all individuals who have completed a Professional certification by Microsoft.) If you have credentials…
-
RHCT to RHCE
I am currently at a point where I think I could pass the RHCT, but not the RHCE. If I understand correctly: RHCT now ($399) + RHCE later ($799) = $1198 Wait until I can just take the whole RHCE = $799 Am I missing/misunderstanding something? Is there a test that lets you upgrade from RHCT to RHCE without taking (and paying…
-
Cert Goal 2011
I am sure there is a thread around here already. But here are my thoughts for certs for the coming year. Somewhere in there I want to build a Linux from scratch. Any input? Think it's too much? 11/10 - 70-298 (Earns MCSE: Security) 12/10 - Securing Networks with ASA Foundation 01/11 - Securing Networks with ASA Advanced…
-
A+ Voucher Discounts
Hello guys, (If this thread isn't allowed, feel free to remove.) I am going to take my A+ within the next week. Can anyone recommend any sites that offer cheaper vouchers than paying regular price? I know of a few so far GetCertify4less Voucher4You TotalSem they all range in the 140-145 range. i'd assume the most…
-
Shaka, When the Walls Fell
As of tomorrow, I'll no longer be CCNA certified. Considering what a journey it was to obtain the cert, it's a pretty hard blow. I had been planning to take the CCDA in order to renew my CCNA, but thanks to some last-minute financial setbacks, I just didn't have the $125 to spend on the exam. So, what's next now that I've…
-
Sans gcfw
-
Licences for XenApp 5
Hi, I am starting studying tommorow for XenApp v5 on Server 2008. Does anybody know where i can get a 90-day trial licence? I know you can get one from Citrix for XenApp 6 but thats not what i am after.
-
Good cert/company review
I found this over at EHNet, thought you guys might be interested. I'm really glad I found it. The Ethical Hacker Network - Infosec Intitute & Intense School
-
Mike Meyers passport vs all in one books
Whats the difference between the "all in one" books vs the "passport". Ive read his passport book for A+ but saw he had the other series too. Im guessing the passport is the one you need to pass the cert just hitting on the main objectives and the all in one is the more in depth version that can be kept as a reference…
-
DB Candidate Keys
Hey all, Im having a bit of difficult understanding candidate keys that Im hoping someone might be able to help explain it. Id ask the DBA's at work but they wont be in until Monday and Im hoping to get through this material before than which means I need to understand them but cant wait till monday. So the problem Im…
-
New rule at Prometric
The receptionist at my Prometric center told me they had a new rule. No talking to yourself or reading out loud, even when you're alone in the little area. This is because they caught someone with some type of mic or something and he was reading all the questions into it. The dumpers will find any way to get their stuff.
-
Fortinet training/Certification?
I work in an environment full of these fortigate firewall boxes and I know next to nothing about firewalls, let alone fortigate. They are giving me one to play with, but I want to find some training to get my warmed up to the stuff. Fortinet offers training, but at the cost of $1.5k for a two day course, I'm going to pass…
-
Epic Fails
if you have any history of an epic fail or funny history this is where you post it heh okay ill start The other day i installed a firewall on a client, this client has like i dont know could be like 50 small branches so its not that small... Anyways i install my firewall i configure it and im done like 3 days after i get a…
-
I'd like to thank Reddit for directing me here!!!
I've been pretty down in the **** here lately after having gotten laid off from a warehouse i was working at and making a decent sum. I was intimidated by going to college but not out of fear of classwork, but of the debt and length of time. I'm a very computer literate person. I'm not extremely advanced but I love…
-
My Study Style: Overload
Hello all. I am wanting you all to critique my study style in a way, for I cant tell if its a flaud style or good style. I know we all learn by various ways and methods, but here is how I learn. My style is to pretty much overload, and by overload I mean read as many cert books I can get my hands on, and watch as many CBT…
-
CCNA exam 640-802
Hi there, I'm doing the CCNa exam above next friday and am just wondering has Cisco now allowed the use of the TAB key and the Question Mark when doing simulations? thanks, Dave
-
Unix DNS config Question
hey guys, ive been learning some unix stuff for work and are working through some of the basics using this online unix lab website at uni. it gives you various tasks to complete and verifies they are correct. At the minute im playing about with DNS zones on fedora creating forward and lookup zones. The question asks you to…
-
Advice needed on certs for major career change!
Hi I am new to the forum and since I hold no certified IT qualifications I am new to IT too. When I originally left school I went to university to study BSc Computing Science. I hated it! I lasted 10 months then left, it was all C++ and heavy on maths which I always hated! Since leaving uni a whole 13 years ago I’ve always…
-
2010 Certification Plans
I'll go ahead and start this year's version of this thread. I'm curious as to what everyone's certification plans are for 2010? When I look back at 2009, I did most of what I wanted to do in terms of certifications. The only thing that I really didn't do was start on the CMC. My plans for 2010 include: CMC - How to Become…
-
MCDST or MCITP:EDST7? or Both?
Hey everyone, i'm currently studying for my Network+ which i plan on completing before new years. After that, i was planning on getting a desktop support certification to snag a helpdesk job or any entry level job to break into IT(even pc repair). (life goal is in networking) I am 21yrs old and currently in college. I've…
-
Decent IT Certs Article
This is a decent article from network world. Gives a break down of a few certifications and things you should look for beyond certifications. IT Certifications That Matter
-
Best Websites for Infosec information
Hi Is anyone able to recommend a good website for Infosec information? I'm looking for a website that will provide all the latest known security threats/Vulnerabilities. My job role in networking has recently changed and as an organization we have to be a lot more security focused than we have been. This prompted me to…
-
Next Up: GCIH
-
Microsoft Reality Show
Interesting concept, for someone who has the time! ______________________________________________ Born to Learn Microsoft is introducing a new reality show called “Career Factor” that needs a few outgoing, social media-savvy individuals who need help with their technology careers. Career Factor is a reality show, told…
-
need a good fast answer
hello everyone, ok my problem is this. i went to school for cisco in 03 and 04 and i got my a+ cert. i almost got my ccna i was 3rd in my class and was within 50 points of passing the exam. but i never retook the test and i never got into the field. now i really need to get a good paying job and i am diving back into…
-
CIW Certifications??
Everyone, I'm needing to get an OS Cert to comply with DoD 8570.01-m standards, and wanted to get input from anyone that might have experience with CIW. This is a requirement filler, and if I learn something in the process, that's great, but if it's a rehash from some of my previous certs.....as long as I meet the…
-
computer/digital forensic
Do any one have certification in computer forensic, please need advice on requirements how long and how good the job market.
-
Security+ or Start on MCSA
Finished Net+ a few weeks ago and am taking A+ this coming Monday. Just wondering overall would getting Security+ or starting on the MCSA track be more valuable? The reason I ask is my current position is being eliminated so i'll be out of work come Wednesday and need to try and roll on into something else quickly. To…
-
Cost of RHCE exam
I'm in the process of booking the RHCE exam ( RH 302 ), and I have a doubt. I just want to know if the cost of the exam is the same everywhere ? I found the RH302 cost = 799$ USD..is this price universal ? I'm planning to take the exam on December...still didn't finish the material yet !!
-
CWTS Pass
Took this one this afternoon. Definitely an entry level exam for wireless. I look forward to the CWNA. I used experience and the Sybex book for this and found it to be a great book for this exam though it covered more detail then what was in the test itself.
-
passed the CWTS today
Passed it today. It wasn't the cakewalk I thought it would be but I did ok I guess (83%). How hard is the CWNA?
-
MS certs or a CCNA..a dilemma
My background includes mostly I.T. contract work, mostly in NOCs doing monitoring, some troubleshooting, and configuring of Cisco 2500s, HP Openview, etc. I was laid off, went into management (non I.T.), and then owned/own an ecommerce (home based) for the past 5 years, until recently getting a position in Operation…
-
You never know until you ask...
When I started my latest job I asked a few coworkers about reimbursement of certification costs and everyone seemed to feel that there was no budget or plan in place for that. Even my supervisor told me that unless it was directly related to your CURRENT position (which is desktop support) it wasn't likely. He also said…
-
voucher4you.com is a ripoff!!!
I just wanted to warn everybody else before you wasted your money at this site. I bought a Microsoft voucher from them a few days ago for $75. I was able to initially schedule my exam with the voucher they sent, but when I checked my Prometric profile today, my exam had been cancelled. I called Prometric to find out what…
-
Opinion about certification track
As some of you might know and some might not I am a help desk tech tier 2. I've been doing this type of work for several years in some form of capacity for a while now, except for a 6 month stint when I was more involved in transition / project management. Anyway all pride aside I felt the need to get some network…
-
JNCIP-M Preparation Kit
I have searched alot for JNCIP/M exam kits and books but yet not succeeded... Can anyone provide me the link for books/Guides/Study Materials/Exam Preparation kits??? Any help would be appreciated..... Regards....
-
CISA - December 2010
-
Is a person without a HS degree hirable in IT if they have a certification?
Are High School Dropouts Good IT Job Candidates? - InsideTech.com Article says yes, surprisingly.
-
What Certification should I get?
Hi guys, I've been working as a desktop support for almost a year now. I currently have no certification right now so I'm thinking of getting some to solidify my resume for future jobs. Which certs should I look to get?
-
Thought I would share this
I (and I'm sure plenty of others) purchase TONS of IT related books. I have been a member of a couple sites for a while and decided to share something I came across. Recently I needed the CCNP Routing and Switching Foundation Learning Library, Cisco Press has it listed for $157.50. half.com has it for $100.41 sounds good…
-
CBT Nuggets
I am reading the Mike Meyer network + book and was thinking about purchasing the CBT nuggets, but at 299 that is pretty steep. Any other solutions or video training that is more reasonable? If the Nuggets are that good I wouldn't mind dropping the extra cash, but I would hate to **** 299+tax and then get nothing from it.…
-
Anyone, ever use Career Saver?
Anyone ever use Career saver? I ran their website through cert guard, and it looks legit. I’m just wondering if anyone has had any experience with them? CareerSaver.com - Free Downloads CareerSaver.com - Free Downloads
-
CompTIA "Advanced" Security Certification ?
Any of you guys heard of this? Supposedly CompTIA is coming out with this "advance" security certification to complete with CISSP and try to get CISSP "equivalent" ISO approval in regards to the DoD 8750 "CISSP level". Two things about this. 1) This is a slap in the face to everyone who took the Security+ exam, especially…
-
What is the best options
After struggling to get a job for a while, I became very depressed and did not have much energy to continue with my studies for further Certs. I did pretty good getting my A+ and N+, and got started with my MCDST studies before giving up. Anyways, things have now finally settled pretty well and I'm looking to get back to…
-
career change
Well first I want to just say hi, my first post here. I am 28 years old with only a high school education. I just been working job to job. Right now I am a sales and service technician for an exterminating company for the past 3 years. Long story short I want to change paths and get on into the IT field. I don't have a…
-
HP Opens Attack on Cisco Certifications
HP opens attack on Cisco certifications
-
Wireless Requirement Question?
Hello mates, Please move this question to appropriate forum. I have a task to design or recommend the simple wireless solution for a nursing school. there are 3 buildings with 3 floors in each building. I want to ask about the some recommendation of wireless equipments, Security whether it would be WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2 etc.…
-
Free Server 2008 R2 e-book
I'm not sure if this has been posted yet, I haven't seen it. It was mentioned in the October newsletter. Scroll down to the special offers section. Windows Server 2008 Training and Learning Courses | Training Portal
-
Do you binge and then just chill?
Now I haven't been doing certifications as long as a lot of you all, but I have done quiet a few in a relatively short period of time. Do you ever take a break and then realize that it's going to take some serious motivation to continue on. Right now I am in the middle of a book ISO 27001 super light read, still I can't…
-
Braindump reporting?
Do vendors have email addresses where we can report draindump sites? If so, can we post them here?
-
Free voucher codes
Folks, I have 4 voucher codes that'll get you 15% off your Microsoft exam, good till end of this year. Now I know the second shot offer is there, but if someone still wants them, pm me. First in best dressed. P.S. Offer only open to regular and active members of the TE forums.
-
Are the best IT certifications the ones recognized by HR?
I know this topic has been touched on a few times in several different post. But wouldn't it make sense to do a search on the job boards and see what certs get the most hits? Factor that in with the job you want to do and how much pay you want and come up with a determination of certifications you should study an sit for.…
-
Storage and EMC for noobs
Anyone have any suggestions for good material for getting started in storage and (more importantly ) EMC storage solutions? I have looked on the EMC website so I know about that one. I have also looked at the SNIA SCSP objectives.
-
Citrix licenses ??
Folks, I have been asked to start learning Citrix at work. Having been bugging our Citrix guy to lemme know how it all works in our company. Now I would also like to start labbing this at home so I can accelerate my learning and perhaps pass an exam or two in the process. I looked up Citrix.com and there are heaps of…
-
Which CBT and why?
If one is trying to supplement some of their book and lab training with some CBT's, which CBT is best and why? CBT Nuggets? Testout? Trainsignal? Other? I've noticed in the forums that people say Testout seems to provide tests, labs and instructor based training. However, some people felt that there was more instruction in…
-
Starting in Wireless Technologies
Hello everyone, Im fairly new to TE and have got some good advice already, so thanks. Im very close to figuring out what type of path I want to go down, but just had a few questions about starting in Wireless technologies. I have no certs yet, Im about to start Network+ and am interested in this field, so what wireless…
-
Next Step after MCSE and Security+??
I'm working on finishing the MCSE right now, and then I'm going to upgrade it to MCSE:S via the 70-299 (and because I already have Security+ down). I would like to get into the security world, but don't really know where to start. I have heard good things about the CISA and CISM, but they both have work experience…
-
Cheapest it certification ?
Hi Everybody. I really found these forums very helpful and guiding. I would like to know which IT certification is cheapest in terms of exam fee ?
-
just passed composite CCNA
hello everyone! just passed the composite CCNA. my 2 years attending Cisco Netacad pays off (it's actually part of the curriculum). i used Ciscopress books + CBT Nuggets. btw, i'm still unemployed and looking next either MCSA or LPI/RHCT. i prefer Linux route though, but most of the job postings require MS certs. is my…
-
Osstmm
Some of my recommended readings while studying for security+ was OSSTMM. While it may not be on the exam, I am interested in reading more about it, but now I'm confused. OSSTMM is supposed to be an open-source security testing methodology manual, yet when you visit the main site it's only available to paid subscribers. Am…
-
Toughest certifications
I hear a lot of how hard certian cert tests are. I am just asking the opinion of everyone "What brand of cert tests on average are the toughest to pass?" Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA, and any others I am leaving out. Let's hear 'em.