| In today's competitive economy, it's important to have | | | | manage system security, network infrastructure, and |
| an edge over the competition in the job market. One | | | | organizational security. Computer security threats are |
| way to get ahead is to get a well regarded CompTIA | | | | increasing in number and severity, so this certification is |
| certification. But which CompTIA certification is right for | | | | in high demand among employers in the business, |
| you? | | | | healthcare, and government sectors. Pursuing a |
| The Computing Technology Industry Association | | | | CompTIA Security+ certification is bound to ensure job |
| (CompTIA) offers a number of IT certifications that | | | | security for years to come. |
| can help you qualify for a well paying job. CompTIA | | | | Another important CompTIA certification is CompTIA |
| certifications cover a wide variety of disciplines | | | | Network+. This certification exhibits competence in |
| including computer basics, IT security, computer | | | | managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing, and |
| networking, Linux programming, and more. But before | | | | configuring computer network infrastructures. This is |
| you begin your CompTIA study, you should decide | | | | especially important for companies with large |
| which certification best fits your expertise and career | | | | computer networks connecting hundreds of |
| goals. | | | | employees. There is consistent demand for IT |
| If you are just starting out in the IT industry, then the | | | | networking professionals, so getting your CompTIA |
| CompTIA A+ certification is probably right for you. | | | | Network+ certification is a good next step after you |
| CompTIA A+ certification is designed to demonstrate | | | | complete your A+ certification. |
| competency as a computer technician. It covers topics | | | | If you have a passion for open-source technology and |
| such as installation, preventative maintenance, | | | | some Linux experience under your belt, you should |
| networking, security and troubleshooting. The exam is | | | | consider pursuing your CompTIA Linux+ certification. |
| also vendor neutral and internationally accepted, so | | | | This exam covers the management of Linux systems, |
| many employers see it as credible evidence of your | | | | user administration, file permissions, software |
| ability to work with computers. The A+ certification is a | | | | configuration, and the management of Linux-based |
| stepping stone to more advanced CompTIA | | | | clients. With many companies moving to open-source |
| certifications, so if you are just starting out in the | | | | software as a method to cut costs, qualified Linux |
| information technology industry, it's a must have. | | | | professionals are sure to be in high demand. Prove |
| For people more interested in an important and up and | | | | your ability with the right CompTIA certification, and |
| coming field, CompTIA Security+ certification is the | | | | you show potential employers a clear indicator that |
| way to go. This certification proves your ability to | | | | you are right for the job. |