a new guy around

hi everybody, i just signed up for this site and i really love it because of all the good infos and the knowledge that you guys have in the IT world.
im currently taking a CST (computer support technician) class, my goal for now is to get certified in: A+ - Network+ - IT Technician- Security+ - Help Desk and Depot.
i need some advice please tell me the best way to get to my goal.

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mikej412

dlx509 wrote: »

i need some advice please tell me the best way to get to my goal.

Exercise, eat right, and get plenty of sleep. And then every other waking moment live computers, breathe computers, be the computer. And come back here when you need a study break or have a specific question you need some help with.

Welcome to the TechExams.net forums.

janmike

Welcome to the forums!

thomAZ

Schedule the test! When your ready of course. It seems like my biggest problem is I don't schedule the test so I really never take studying as serious as if I had a deadline. Schedule the test a couple months in advance, depending on how prepared you are, and see if that helps get you motivated to study.

unsupported

mikej412 wrote: »

Exercise, eat right, and get plenty of sleep. And then every other waking moment live computers, breathe computers, be the computer. And come back here when you need a study break or have a specific question you need some help with.

Welcome to the TechExams.net forums.

Naw, you need to train, eat your vitamins, say your prayers, and be a good little IT-Maniac.

You can do this relatively inexpensively. First, go to your local library. They are guaranteed to have A+ books and DVDs. It is a good solid intro into computers and a solid beginning certification. Study, study, and study. Go to the A+ forum for specific books. I've read over some of them and I like those big red ones, Exam Prep, Exam Cram? One of the two.

Good luck! Stick around and learn. You seem to have the desire.

Aldur

Welcome to the forums!

My advice would be to say that certification is not a sprint, its a marathon. Pace yourself and you will do well. Burn out is a major factor for me and many other people here. Do as much studying as you can but don't forget to relax and enjoy life every once in a while.

veritas_libertas

Welcome!

stephens316

Here is track for you :

Network + March 15
Security + April 15
70-680 MCTS: Windows 7 May 30
CCENT June /July 30
70-640: MCTS: Active Directory, Configuring August

billybob01

Its a Big welcome from me too.....

captobvious

Welcome to TE!

Don't be afraid to lean on the people here, lots of good folk. Ok and you'll meet dynamik sooner or later!

veritas_libertas

phoeneous wrote: »

I highly disagree on this track for a beginner.

I don't necessarily disagree with the path but speed I definitely disagree with. You can ingest and spit out information in one month maybe, but to truly understand what you are reading? That I highly doubt.

Kaminsky

Welcome aboard.