New Old Timer Here

Discussion in 'New Members Introduction' started by videoman, May 23, 2008.

  1. videoman

    videoman Bit Poster

    42
    0
    14
    May 23, 2008 #1
    Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
    Hi All, First post on forum as I have only just found it. I am late forties and probably much too old to get a job in IT but have had an interest in computers for many years. I also spend part of my life in the UK and the rest in Spain which would also make having a proper job difficult.
    Interested in learning more about PC's especially hardware side (Mech. Eng. by trade so nuts and bolts) and possibly gaining some basic qualifications A+ etc as I just need to learn something new before I get even older and would only repair computers for people who I know.
     
    Certifications: ECDL
    WIP: A+
  2. hbroomhall

    hbroomhall Petabyte Poster Gold Member

    6,624
    117
    224
    May 23, 2008 #2
    Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
    Hi and welcome to CF!

    Old timer? Some of us here are even older and make a success of IT, so I don't see why you shouldn't be able to! :p

    Harry.
     
    Certifications: ECDL A+ Network+ i-Net+
    WIP: Server+
  3. zimbo
    Honorary Member

    zimbo Petabyte Poster

    5,215
    99
    181
    May 23, 2008 #3
    Welcome to CF! 8)
     
    Certifications: B.Sc, MCDST & MCSA
    WIP: M.Sc - Computer Forensics
  4. Johnd76

    Johnd76 Megabyte Poster

    707
    16
    64
    May 23, 2008 #4
    Hi and welcome
     
    Certifications: MCP, MCDST
    WIP: Not a thing
  5. stutheview

    stutheview Byte Poster

    173
    2
    25
    May 23, 2008 #5
    Hi and welcome to CF! :D
     
    Certifications: A+, N+, MCP 70-270 70-290
    WIP: 70-291
  6. UCHEEKYMONKEY
    Honorary Member

    UCHEEKYMONKEY R.I.P - gone but never forgotten. Gold Member

    4,140
    58
    214
    May 23, 2008 #6
    Your never too old to learn something new!

    Welcome to CF:biggrin8)
     
    Certifications: Comptia A+
    WIP: Comptia N+
  7. Notes_Bloke

    Notes_Bloke Terabyte Poster

    3,230
    54
    146
    May 23, 2008 #7
    Hi & welcome to CF:D

    NB
     
    Certifications: 70-210, 70-215, A+,N+, Security+
    WIP: MCSA
  8. onoski

    onoski Terabyte Poster

    3,120
    51
    154
    May 23, 2008 #8
    Welcome to CF:) and yep! age is a number as character and attitude would take you a long way if you persist.
     
    Certifications: MCSE: 2003, MCSA: 2003 Messaging, MCP, HNC BIT, ITIL Fdn V3, SDI Fdn, VCP 4 & VCP 5
    WIP: MCTS:70-236, PowerShell
  9. BosonMichael
    Honorary Member Highly Decorated Member Award 500 Likes Award

    BosonMichael Yottabyte Poster

    19,183
    500
    414
    May 23, 2008 #9
    Welcome!

    I also know a lot of people who got started in IT in their 40s and 50s.
     
    Certifications: CISSP, MCSE+I, MCSE: Security, MCSE: Messaging, MCDST, MCDBA, MCTS, OCP, CCNP, CCDP, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CNE, SCSA, Security+, Linux+, Server+, Network+, A+
    WIP: Just about everything!
  10. greenbrucelee
    Highly Decorated Member Award

    greenbrucelee Zettabyte Poster

    14,292
    265
    329
    May 23, 2008 #10
    Hi Welcome :)

    Your never too old to start in IT
     
    Certifications: A+, N+, MCDST, Security+, 70-270
    WIP: 70-620 or 70-680?
  11. NightWalker

    NightWalker Gigabyte Poster

    1,172
    25
    92
    May 23, 2008 #11
    Welcome :)
     
    Certifications: A+, Network+, MCP, MCSA:M 2003, ITIL v3 Foundation
  12. videoman

    videoman Bit Poster

    42
    0
    14
    May 24, 2008 #12
    Hi all and thanks for the welcome. I think it all down to a preconceived idea we have regarding people who are into computers as being young and trendy. This certainly rules me out.
     
    Certifications: ECDL
    WIP: A+
  13. Bluerinse
    Honorary Member

    Bluerinse Exabyte Poster

    8,878
    181
    256
    May 24, 2008 #13
    I have been on this planet a while too, I am definitely 'into computers' and have been for the last 20 years. All that matters is that you have a thirst for knowledge and an appetite for all things geek. 8)

    Welcome to CF!
     
    Certifications: C&G Electronics - MCSA (W2K) MCSE (W2K)
  14. BosonMichael
    Honorary Member Highly Decorated Member Award 500 Likes Award

    BosonMichael Yottabyte Poster

    19,183
    500
    414
    May 24, 2008 #14
    Fear not: that preconceived idea is false, and isn't shared by those who are actually IN the industry. :)
     
    Certifications: CISSP, MCSE+I, MCSE: Security, MCSE: Messaging, MCDST, MCDBA, MCTS, OCP, CCNP, CCDP, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CNE, SCSA, Security+, Linux+, Server+, Network+, A+
    WIP: Just about everything!

Share This Page

Loading...
Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...