What to do after desktop support?

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I guess it depends on where you see yourself. I went up the route of 1st, 2nd & 3rd line, then became an IT manager (but still doing 1-3 support at the same time).

Whether you go down the route of team leader/helpdesk manager or move up to network/server support, you're going to be learning alot. Even though you'll still be having your hands in both pockets (eg with team leader/helpdesk manager the greater emphasis will be on management, whereas if you move on up your emphasis will be on technology).

IMO, I would say develop and move up the ranks/tiers, then move into management, that way you'll have more background knowledge to assist you. But that's just my opinion

-ken