CompTIA

my experience, so I decided to pursue a Microsoft IT certification. Eighteen months later, I completed earning an MCSA certification in Windows Server. I interviewed with the same company a few weeks later, and with the new certification on my resume I received a job offer. While my own experience showed that an IT certification leads to better job prospects, my research backs that claim. In my research, I found that whether obtaining a vendor-specific IT certification or a third-party certification, an IT professional found either new jobs, promotions or raises. First, the IT professional needs to find the proper certification for the field in which he wishes to apply. CompTIA offers many certifications, starting with their A+ certification, which covers basic hardware and software operation. Since the CompTIA certifications are not specific to one particular vendor or technology, they provide a good groundwork for new IT professionals. However, if applicants know the technology upon which they wish to focus, they can select a vendor-neutral certification based on a particular technology, such as networking or security, or they can select from a vendor-specific certification from Cisco or Microsoft, for…

After researching several IT industry certifications that are available I choose to write about the CompTia A+ certification and the Microsoft MCDST certification. Reason being I learned that both of these certifications are considered great entry-level starting points which will kick start my journey into the computer industry. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTia) was founded in 1982 and it’s made up of resellers, distributors, and manufactures this entry level certification is…

was an important literacy event in my life because it motivated me to pursue more education and ignited my passion of becoming an IT professional and working with computer technology. It all started when I decided to go back to school to get my A plus certification. I went to a technical school that focused on helping students obtain IT certifications to help them pursue career in the IT field which was my goal. First, I earned my A plus certification. Then, after I got my A plus certification I…

Unitizing my previous experience at Kroger as a courtesy clerk and applying effective communication from working with customers and employees in as fast past working environment. Through, interacting with challenging customers has provided me with the skills to work in the business environment, thus multitask accomplishing Also, applying what I have learned through my coursework. For instance, in my Business Communication and Business &Technical Report Writing: the understanding of written and…

computers will have added protection. In a book written by Keith Barker et al., titled, CompTIA® Network+ N10-006 Cert Guide, states, “confidentiality, integrity, and availability are all main goals in keeping networks and computers safe” (398). Barker's statement means that keeping networks and computers available will ensure that users have the ability to perform daily task. Also, by adding confidentiality with user credentials will also add in the needed protection to keeping the system…

I noticed this position for teaching apprenticeship and I couldn't wait to jump at this opportunity. Year Up, being a place where I really learned about work and self improvement, is a place that I hold close to me. I believe in Gerald's mission to reach out to the impoverished and show them the tools they need in order to take advantage of the opportunities that are out there for them. As a firm believer that our lives are in our own hands and that we will make of them what we will, I also…

was a CLEP test in Spanish, it was time for me to apply my efforts toward a degree. Even though it had been 23 years since my last class other than what the military has given me in training and military education which, allowed me to advance in ranks, my civilian education suffered. Many of my superiors told me to enroll in college, but going back to school was not in my plans, therefore, taking care of the mission and Soldiers were my priority, but those were just excuses not to return.…

skills in network security. Your first priority should be determining what area of security you want to invest your time. There are many neutral certifications and then there are those that are specific like Cisco certifications. Once you have figured out what you would like to focus on then you can spend your focus there and gain those certifications to help you. In this paper, the focus will be mainly on the entry level certifications that can help you as you enter the IT field. (Ericksen…

Connecting to the Internet at home is becoming a must have for many. Because homes vary in distances from their Internet Service Providers (ISPs), different technologies allow us to establish the connection. While most internet participants have hear of dial-up, Modem, ISDN and fiber connections an even faster connection is near. The new technology, known as next-generation passive optical network, or NG-PON2 is being tested. So what is the difference between a fiber connections to the home,…

He was sitting on the floor with his back to the family sofa resting his left arm on his dad's knees. He loved to watch his two late night shows on Friday with his dad, The Dukes of Hazzard and Dallas. Worn out from a long day at school and playing after he got home, Julio headed off to shower and to bed. His life would be changed by the events that would soon take place. Hello, my name is Julian Martin Oviedo. I am a creative and driven information technology professional with over 20 years…