Thursday, June 25, 2020

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)

The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) group of certifications provide a foundation for Microsoft technicians. This group includes several certifications that a network administrator should consider:

The MCSA: Windows 7 certification (previously known as MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician) validates the skills to configure and maintain Windows 7 computers in a business environment. This certificate requires two exams:
70-680 | Windows 7 Configuring
70-685 | Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support Technician

The MCSA: Windows 8 validates the expertise to setup, manage & support Windows 8 PCs, and includes two exams:
70-687 | Configuring Windows 8
70-688 | Managing and Maintaining Windows 8

Microsoft’s mobile-friendly Windows 8 OS isn’t being adopted as quickly as the tech giant would like. Many organizations are sticking with Windows 7 so this certification is still preferred in many circles. An interesting article in Forbes suggests Windows 8 adoption may pick up around 2014, as the BYOD (bring your own device) trend gains steam in corporate culture.

The MCSA: Windows Server 2012 certification proves you can install, setup and manage Microsoft Windows Server solutions in an enterprise environment, and has three exams:
70-410 | Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012
70-411 | Administering Windows Server 2012
70-412 | Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services
More Info: what jobs can i get with a+ certification

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