Server+ or Net+?

MercJ

Been a long time since I did my A+ ....is Server+ the next best cert to take?

My options are N+ or Security+.....Just want to get back as to whats new out there since its been a long time.

Thanks

sthomas

Server+ is not as well know as Network+ and I think it is more difficult than Net+. If I had to do it all over again I would probably take Server+ instead just because not that many people take it. Most people take Net+ though so in the end it is up to you. If you like to work on Servers then take Server+ if you like to work with Networks then take Network+. Both A+/Server+ and A+/Net+ count toward an elective for MCSA 2003. And of course you could always do both if you wanted. I hope that helps.

MercJ

Thanks I appreciate it....Im planning of doing both but i have to choose which one i'll do first.

ilcram19

my recomandation would be net plus...in some topic is related to server+, not all, but ill would help u with the logic of the test, to me the hardest of the comptiatest is been the server+, then again i only studied for like 3 weeks, but thats a good cert to have

royal

I agree that I would do the Network+. It's more recognized in the industry as well as gives you a good foundational knowledge of networking which will help you out in your studies for higher-level networking certifications. Of course there's always the option to do both.

MercJ

Thanks again.....Any suggestions on what N+ book/material is good and comprehensive?

Bob Kiwi

I'll agree with the conclusion that Net+ is a better choice before/in place of Server+. My company seems to think one should go A+, Net+, Security+, then Server+.

In terms of materials, all I used for Net+ was Mike Meyers Passport book and some online tests- but that's only if you are comfortable with networking. I'd definitely study up on the obscure Novell stuff

Plantwiz

MercJ wrote:

Thanks again.....Any suggestions on what N+ book/material is good and comprehensive?

http://www.techexams.net/technotes.php

Check out the 'gift' PDF listed under the NET+ section near the top
Thanks go to Webmaster if you like them...pretty certain you will find them helpful

MercJ

Thanks again and hopefully I get a chance to finish mine this august.