70-685 vs. 70-686

I am trying to decide which cert would be worthwhile. I am working as a Tier 2 technician for the DoD and I already have my 70-680. I could get both within 8 weeks if that would be better.

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OctalDump

The only real reason to get two like this is if you are collecting certifications. The 686 is definitely harder, but does give you an option to upgrade to MCSA Server 2012 with 417

OctalDump

Skyliinez92 wrote: »

Just found out the MCITP has expired for the 685 path but you can still get the MCITP for the 686. The 686 seems like a no-brainer...

Hmmm... the MCITP Enterprise Desktop Technician on Windows 7 isn't on the withdrawn list. And neither 685 nor 686 are yet on the retired or scheduled to retire lists. And both still show under the MCITP certifications. I'd say that it is still current.

ablindsey

I would like to go into a more lead technician role or hopefully go into IT security for a large business or enterprise environment.