Windows server knowledge, is it necessary?

--chris-- · 2015-01-10 21:52:33

How vital is windows server know-how if I wanted to work on networking / network analysis focusing on the security aspect of those two areas? Is it possible to deep dive into networking subjects while knowing just enough to get by in Windows servers and have a successful career in networking (working towards a career in…

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gorebrush Member Posts: 2,743 ■■■■■■■□□□

January 2015

Personally I think a lot depends on the size of the company you work for. I was a one man band for a company that had 20 Windows Servers and a full blown Cisco network and VoIP too. CCNP and MCSE was a massive advantage for me. I now work in a massive MSP and while I don't need my MCSE to be a good network engineer - I have a definite advantage over those who are not because a lot of our tickets are related to server problems. Having a strong understanding of Servers helps the network aspect. I think the same applies to Linux or any other end-device.

Also I think I want the MCSE 2012 but I want more than one CCIE too....

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