Jericho: Network+
I have been studying for over two years on and off, but yesterday I finally took my Network+ test. I passed! I have my first real, non-manufacturer specific certification.
It took two years, two books, a video lecture series and test simulation software to get certified. I wanted to make sure I passed the test and didn't blow the $225 test because I wasn't prepared.
So, the next time I whine that I can't finish a project, I want you all to point me to this entry. I can finish things - I just take my own sweet time!
It took two years, two books, a video lecture series and test simulation software to get certified. I wanted to make sure I passed the test and didn't blow the $225 test because I wasn't prepared.
So, the next time I whine that I can't finish a project, I want you all to point me to this entry. I can finish things - I just take my own sweet time!
posted by Jericho Brown at 5/20/2007 11:12:00 PM
7 Comments:
I took me a month and one book.
And 10 years - more or less - of professional experience.
Hmm, looks like they opened up Blogger again at work for me ...
See, here's my problem. I didn't want to blow the $225 for the test. I have always been on the software side of the fence. I never got to build networks - until recently. So, I went out of my way to make sure I had a fighting chance to pass the test.
I'm looking to get Linux+ right now. Why? Well, I think it's a good base certification - also it's something they will have very little need for here at my current job - so they won't tempt me to stay with a raise. But, other places will love that I have my Linux+ and will pay me more than I currently make - making it easy to go to a new job.
The problem is that I don't use Linux. I'm a total noob with it. I plan to become very good with it in the ensuing months. I just found something called DSL - Damn Small Linux. It allows you to run Linux off a USB thumb drive inside of Windows. This sounds like a good learning tool - allowing me to take a consistent Linux desktop to work or use at home. The MacOS is now a shell over Linux, BSD to be more precise. So, that gives me another framework in which to work and play.
I ordered my book for Linux+ on Saturday. But, I was pleasantly shocked today when I turned in my Net+ training disks to my supervisor that they have Linux+ training disks. The Net+ lecture series on disk was pretty cool - I'm hoping that this will be cool, too.
So, if my employer gave me my Linux+ training disc, does that mean I'm wrong about them trying to retain me after I earn my Linux+? Oh, boy ...
Well, congrats on the Network+! I hope it helps you out.
Ain't that the way? I work my ass of in networking to get my Net+, while you just use some study material. I actually use Linux as my main OS, and you will probably have your Linux+ before me.
What book did you order?
Linux+ 2005 In Depth
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592007287/102-5799398-0982563
It's written by Thompson, one of the groups that proctor the tests - so I figure it's gotta be close, right?
If you are looking for a place to donate that book when you are done, you have my address.
Of course, if he takes another year or so to take the test, it'll be out of date by the time you get it! :P
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