Differences between Network+ and Server+

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Hi All,
Im an Network Admin and Im just now getting some certifications since my hours have been cut
Question is:
- what is the difference between the Network+ and Server+ exams. Which one is "higher"?
Im assuming the server+ exam is higher up, since its actually applied network principles.
Thx
Im an Network Admin and Im just now getting some certifications since my hours have been cut
Question is:
- what is the difference between the Network+ and Server+ exams. Which one is "higher"?
Im assuming the server+ exam is higher up, since its actually applied network principles.
Thx
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(DISCLAIMER: do take all that with a grain of salt...I just took the Server+ beta exam so I have no idea how I did yet, and this is all just my opinion.)
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In looking at the exam guidelines for these, (I'm studying up for the Server+ beta at the moment,) I'd say that this is an accurate assessment. A+ and Server+ both focus on hardware and operating systems, in addition to networking concepts. While Server+ certainly goes deeper into networking, (being that it focuses on network operating systems and servers,) it doesn't begin to cover the same kind of material that Network+ does in that area.
As for which one is more advanced, that's tough to tell since they're very different. In terms of recognition and prestige, the Network+ is definitely going to look better on your resume and be recognized by more employers. Server+ isn't completely foreign to employers, and the knowledge you pick up studying for it is certainly beneficial, so I say go for both.
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What is the difference between the two? The Network+ concentrates on Network toplogy, cabling, the OSI, etc... While the Server+ concentrates on server hardware, software, etc...
As for which one is higher... Well they are both on the same level, just different areas. At least in the UK, see here: Welcome to CompTIA UK . Both have been assessment to the national qualification framework (NQF) at level 3.
-ken
BTW, I do not work in IT as a profession.
Ron
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Old thread but wanted to bump for this post... I really have no interest in the future in the networking path, my focus/goal is towards system administration/virtualization/servers so I would assume a good place to start would be Server+? Although involved to a slight degree, I talk to SA's and VCPs all day, all who seem to have no real knowledge of networking outside the basics. Maybe study for Network+ but skip the actual test?
I am thinking off the top of my head the tests actually worth taking (ie paying money for) would be MCSA/Server+/Security+ from the getgo as security seems to be a pressing issue no matter which path/vertical your in. Maybe the A+ just for resume purposes?
If you're looking for Sys Admin/engineering positions then knowledge of both networking and servers will come in handy. Getting server+ cert after reading through network+ study guides also will help.