A+ Network+ Security+ //Path\\

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my goal is to get the A+ Network+ and Security+...........

Where do I start?
I would love some guidance as I'm really confused

I see that there is different tests for the A+
which one is the best?

I have the comptia complete A+study guide and the Mike Meyers A+ book

what are some good books for the Network+ and Security+?
also what would be some Microsoft Certs I should gear towards for starting Off?
what kind of money am I looking at?

I would like to get off on the right foot

thanks in advance

 

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To attain the A+ certification you must pass two exams, A+ Essentials (220-601) and either IT Technician (220-602), Remote Support Technician (220-603) or Depot Technician (220-604). Most people choose to do 220-602, and unless you specifically require 603 or 604, you should too. There isn't a great deal of difference between all three.

That's a good start

I don't know about Security+, but for Network+ the Sybex book (by David Groth) and the All in One Guide are good. Keep in mind that the current, 2007 exam, retires at the end of June, so you may want to look at the newer editions of the aforementioned books that cover the 2009 version of the exam (N10-004). The Network+ lasts forever, so if you can get the 2007 one before June, there's no reason why you shouldn't.

I'd look at doing A+, N+ and S+ first, but the MCDST is a good starting place.

Spending - the cost of books, your time, and the exams (on average £100/each)
Receiving - that depends on how good you are, rather than how good your CV is

- Gav

 

2007 exam objectives for the Net+ retire on JULY 31st.
Although probably a moot point since the OP has only just started the A+.

 

GAv n Wagnerk

you guys have been extremely helpful

now I have an idea of what to do, now I guess its just doing it.
I plan on reading both books comptia n mike meyers and taking the A+ in August

ill keep you guys posted and if i have questions i know where to ask


P.S

This forum is great I get the feeling people really want to help you which is hard to find

cheers from Canada