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by bass0873

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Can you direct me to getting into the computer field? (I would eventually like to work in IS security - Network and Internet) My background is an accounting degree with an MIS minor about 6 years ago. I'm finding it pretty expensive to take classes to get certs. My plan is to get the A+ cert than the MCSE. Is this best route? Is there any reccomendations on self studies or less expensive way to accomplish this? Any suggestions what so ever would be very much appreciated.

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by avachon

Hi, yes, it is a good idea to get the A+ cert. because you will need to understand hardware and be able to troubleshoot (and your skills will increase continually with experience). As for the mcse, 4.0 retires in December but the OS will be in use for some time. If you completed one core test (except net. essentials) you would have mcp status. Complete all 4 core and you have a chance to take microsoft's accelerated test for win2k mcse. As for exppense, look at www.leapit.com (free on-line classes), www.elementk.com (all the networking and many programming courses are bundled for around $530.00-access as much as you want for one year. Also, microsoft's training books are pretty good; look up their isbn #'s at www.mspress.com and then compare prices at www.provantage.com (substantial savings). All these places provide training for win2k as well. Hope this helps.

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