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Answer» I'm working on making the transition from hospitality to IT. I am currently halfway through a community college series for A+, Network+. I have a good idea on what needs to be done to pass the cert. test, but I wanted to know what I can do to build my knowledge and experience. My fear is being on of the A+ techs with the book knowledge and little HANDS on experience. My To-Do List:
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Any and all feedback is greatly apperciated. Check this out: http://www.professormesser.com/ tons of videos and practice tests to help you. Personally the secret to being a good tech (I am currently an IT for a logistics company) is always be prepared to learn something new, and when you do write it down. There are a lot of little tricks for every problem\issue, but you have to learn them as you go along. I have an A4 counter book that goes every where with me at work. When I discover a new trick I write it in my book for future reference. Also remember that good customer service is a big + in IT, and that doesn't mean just getting the job done on time. Next certification: it DEPENDS on what direction you want to go, but a good starting place (I think) is one of the Microsoft certifications Good luck!!!! Get yourself some Cisco gear and start playing around with network configurations. Download trial version of Windows Server 2008 R2 and play around with it in virtual machines. Also check out www.cbtnuggets.com. If you can afford the SUBSCRIPTION, it is absolutely worthwhile. If not, you could just get the Cisco videos. Thanks for the advice. I have a feeling I'll be watching SEVERAL videos in the near future. I also started the advice on keeping notes at the hotel I'm working. |
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