This is what you need to know: Interested in networking? Just about every device we use in today’s world is networked. The CompTIA Network+ certification is an important certification for anyone in the IT field. Although the CompTIA Network+ is considered to be entry-level, any IT professional from tech support to project managers benefit from understanding the essential concepts of networking. This is what you might want to know: CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that recognizes a technician’s ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.The demand for skilled network support professionals continues to grow, and CompTIA Network+ is a valuable credential to help start or enhance a networking career. In fact, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+ into their Microsoft programs and other corporations such as Cisco, HP, Lotus and 3Com also recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks. |