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Hi all

I dont currently work in IT but desperately want to, i am interested in support but would ultimately like to become a network admin.

Would you say the MCDST would be a good place to start and then what do i need to do??

Thanx

 

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It may be a good place to start, but it depends on your background.

How much do you currently know about PC's and networks?

 

i've done some support but not in depth and basic cat5 peer to peer networking

 

You may find that a better place to start would be with the CompTIA A+. This will give you the understanding of PC systems that you will need in support, rather simply the XP troubleshooting skills that the MCDST tests.

Take a looka round our fourms and see what others have suggested.

 

Yeah I would say without some support experience the MCDST exams might be a little tough, but that's not to say you wouldn't be able to do them, it just helps to have some working knowledge. What kind of support work have you done?

 

I too would urge you to start with a non vendor specific cert.

A tried and tested route would be A+ then Net+ then onto a vendor cert with Microsoft or Cisco.

You will find out soon enough that there is much to learn and therefore it is essential that you have the basics down solid, so that you can build your knowledge on a strong foundation.

 

It looks like compTIA is where to start, then MCDST then maybe cisco?? or would i benefit more from a MCSE

 

that would be down to you to decide after you done your MSDST...

 

The MCDST will get you on your way to becoming a MCSA then MCSE. It's a good path to follow.

 

It depends on you. With the A+ and Network+ under your belt together with a MCDST - you will be well equipped to find an entry-level job. From there once you have experience you can start looking at bigger things like MCSA, MCSE and Cisco Certification.

JMO