do not get discouraged
try a tech support position for an ISP. they will hire people with no experience. it is a great place to learn. classroom is different from real world. as a tech for an ISP you will deal with a broad spectrum of operating systems. after a short stay you could add the experience portion to your resume. that is where i started.
and it was very useful.
and, not to start a different topic, but, a few certs would not hurt if you do not have any.