Is the CCNA better than Network+?

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How's it going guys and gals! Here is my take on the usefulness of the CCNA and doing a light comparison against the CompTIA Network+ certification. I talk about how it affected my career, some of the interview questions, and whether if I recommend others to obtain this.
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@damonaniton 3 года назад

Comptia teaches you "about" things. They dont teach you how to "do" anything. Employers want you to be able to "do" things when you come in the door. There is a vendor cert for any and everything you can do. Which means there is a vendor cert that teaches everything that Comptia does and more.

@damonaniton 3 года назад

@R Coffee There will always be a burden on you to learn before and outside of the job. The debate here is between studying for a Comptia cert or a vendor cert. Your time and energy will always be better spent on a vendor cert, in this case CCNA, than Comptia. But the same is said for all disciplines. Wireless, cloud or anything else you can think of. If there is a technology there is a vendor that leads the industry in that sector. And you will always be better off getting that cert than a Comptia cert. Because as he explained in the video. You will come across someone like me who is going to ask you "how to do it" and dont car what it is.

@STD927 Год назад

In my opinion CompTia Network + applies better for whom works in the field providing IT technical support, it teachs you many and good concepts about networking. Cisco CCNA applies better for whom needs to work with Cisco router configuration and/or troubleshooting network problems

@damonaniton Год назад

@@STD927 Lets start at the top. Name something Network+ teaches that the CCNA does not. Then name something the CCNA teaches that the Net+ does not. Now add all them up and tell me which cert teaches more things than the other. Trick question. I know the answer. Now if all things being the same. The exams cost the same money. And it takes the same amount of time to prepare for them both. Why the hell should anyone study for the exam that teaches the least. Last little tidbit. Nobody gets into the field to be IT Tech Support. So even based on your own logic why would someone take an exam suited for that and not 1 that has a higher career ceiling??????

@mellord83 Год назад

@@STD927 I think you are always better off with the CCNA. Both courses teach you the basics of networks but with CCNA it goes a bit deeper plus you actually get to apply the theory knowledge when you start configuring routers and switches.

@2inDaggerZ Год назад

@@damonaniton Network+ material is great knowledge. Teaches you about different types of networks, different data links, structure of networks, cabling, networking tools, networking applications. All great stuff you should know about - could be fine just studying the material and not getting the cert but you mine as well get it at that point

@keonsk2960 3 года назад

Great video! I’m currently studying for my CCNA atm and your videos boost my motivation to get it done!

@Niggro07 2 года назад

This is the kind of solid advice we all need. I particularly liked the part where you demonstrated the level of questions in interviews, it told me to keep learning and understanding the fundamentals. To be the person you want to be you have to stay humble and work.

@shelbralong Год назад

Thank you. I am new to this and listened to many opinions of people in the perspective fields. You have by far explained to a degree that is understandable to a novice like me without having an agenda to promote. Now, I know how to move forward with the certifications.

@devontemason1613 3 года назад

I have been battling between which one to gravitate towards and this was a sign. Appreciate the content

@ETPHHM1 3 года назад

This video really helping me about OSPF and other theories. Looking forward obtaining my first CCNA since I’m already currently in the IT field. Keep these videos going

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Best of luck!

@prentisdavis9781 2 года назад

You’ve earned a subscriber. I had net+ but I let it expire. You’ve encouraged me to go for the ccna. Thanks!!

@claudefozao8427 2 года назад

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@cjmurray7892 2 года назад

Love the video bro just subscribed ! As a newby Im going to study the network+ to get a solid foundation better diving into the ccna and taking my time to thoroughly understand it and then vmware virtual network after that! Then I planned on the Linux essentials and google it automation with python course!

@Oomtet Год назад

great insight man..thank you for your time and sharing your knowledge...

@Bpboshoff 2 года назад

Thank you so much, this is exactly the direction that I needed. You've helped me so much. I'm going to study right now.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Grind it out!

@nyramtf4406 2 года назад

Thanks for the video. This really helps put things in perspective, and gives me more motivation as someone who's going straight to the CCNA, and skipping the other certs, since I want to zero in on Networking.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad I could help bridge the gap! Grind it out!

@ZERO_TO_IT_HERO 3 года назад

Awesome breakdown! Congrats! On knocking out the exam and becoming an engineer 💪🏽

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Appreciate it!

@nellfergie1456 Месяц назад

I’m currently studying for the ccna, don’t have any job experience in IT yet. This video really helped a lot when it came to the interview aspect and what to expect and what I should really focus on in the scenario of the interview. I really appreciate this content.

@carloscastroquintosa3598 2 года назад

Oh man! Glad I found your channel, I just get my A+ certification and now I'm studying for Net + then I will go for CCNA , I have been watching your videos and I can tell for sure that your videos give me an idea about which certification takes first, keep doing this great videos bro 👍

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Thanks for the support! Glad I can assist. Congrats on the certification! I’ll shout you in in my next video!

@steveflorvilus4660 3 года назад

You really beefed up these videos I’m loving the music and the Outro I appreciate the work you put in these videos get the gains 💪🏾

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Yes indeed! Doing the best I can to help and give back! I’m glad your enjoy the content!

@martyfgc275 Год назад

You are very engaging as a person and gave good explanations around things.

@anzwertree 2 года назад

This dude can multitask for real. He teaching us CCNA and helping some kids watch a movie at the same time.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

It has taken years to build up this skill. lol

@steveill215 Год назад

Thank you for this brother!🙏🏾

@Grizz-one 2 года назад

Great insight, Buff! thanks

@willysan45 2 года назад

Excellent tips and advice. Thanks for the great vid!

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@tramellmalone9146 2 года назад

Great video bro! Very humble and down to earth.👍

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I appreciate that!

@incrediblebrotha4779 Год назад

Good vid. Just recently got my RHCSA however I've had my CCNA for awhile. Got a year left before its expiration. I was gonna let it expire however I'll renew it even though I'm not in a network admin role.

@gauravpatel2005 Год назад

Dude ... Thanks a bunch... I was on the edge about network+ vs ccna..... I work as an SRE and networking is not my strongest subject.... I am gonna work hard on CCNA

@stephenhall9620 Год назад

thanks alot for the insight and your interview experience

@maxkeo9249 Год назад

Awesome video great insights on interview questions💪💪💪

@FaLkraydz 3 года назад

Extremely valuable content. Thank you.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@calvin4959 2 года назад

Loved to hear you explain the differences man. Wow! I am in school and took the CCNA course in my bachelor program last semester and passed. I am currently doing A+ and Security+ right now this semester. This gives me hope that I can leave my terrible paying job and gain these certifications to help my family and I. I appreciate you and your videos man! I’m also a father trying to do more for my life and more for my family financially. Keep the videos coming !!!

@claudefozao8427 2 года назад

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@FM-cw8fx 2 года назад

Why are you doing bachelors if you are taking comptia basic certs. Net and A plus will get you a helpdesk job. Is that what you want even after all the money invested in your bachelors?

@Stoneface_ Год назад

@@FM-cw8fx what about associate degree? Is it worth it or bootcamp is better?

@FunnyManQ419 Год назад

@@Stoneface_ companies value these certifications as much as a degree in today's industry

@Stoneface_ Год назад

@@FunnyManQ419 really? Can you expand on that?

@tbringit Год назад

Great video very informative I was thinking about getting both of them because I want to get into networking

@k1tty-knws959 Год назад

This was very informative. Thank you for sharing. I like my job but I've always wanted to get into IT. I feel this has made me want to move forward and at least try to go back to school.

@TheBuffNerd7539 Год назад

I’m glad I could help inspire. 😁

@hankmoody5241 2 года назад

Thanks for this video! This was really helpful! I have a much better understanding about these certifications

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ryan-banks 3 года назад

Great video man. I don’t have my Network+ cert but I went through some course work on Udemy. I just passed my CCNA last week as my first certification and I agree with you. Putting in for admin/engineer roles now. Glad you’re pumping out videos. I enjoy your content. Keep it up!

@ejay2075 3 года назад

Good stuff! Im working on my CCNA right now. I WILL pass the test within the next 2 months. Question, did you have any previous IT experience? And, do you plan to skip the help desk if you don't already have IT experience?

@ryan-banks 3 года назад

@@ejay2075 I work as an Automation Technician and have been working with technology for a few years now at industrial plants. I have done desktop support work at these plants as well as the Automation work. I don't intend on finding a help desk or desktop support job. I intend to go straight to network admin or engineer

@ejay2075 3 года назад

@@ryan-banks good stuff! You are good then. I just stared my help desk job 3 weeks ago and already want out, it's terrible. Plan to take 2 months to study for the CCNA and try to get into some type of junior networking role as well. Help Desk is terrible.

@digitalxdan 3 года назад

What materials or courses did you use to study?

@ryan-banks 3 года назад

@@digitalxdan i went through David Bombal’s CCNA course on Udemy and really liked it. You can catch Udemy courses on sale for $10 all of the time. I also read the CCNA Exam Guide by Glen D. Singh. I also used packet tracer but didn’t care for it. I like being hands on so I got me some used equipment off of eBay and have a home lab now

@Stickyyy401 2 года назад

Just subbed … love the info and communication skills

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Thanks, sometimes its nerve racking but I am trying to dial in and be able to freestyle more :)

@francobeltran318 Год назад

Thanks for the info bro.

@robertnicholson8209 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video.

@oosbsolee8299 Год назад

Great video! Appreciate you bro! 🔥🫡

@skippaspam 2 года назад

Hey man should make a video about interview/study/test-taking tips & a video about the most common commands used in the actual field.. these would be cool man.. you’re a inspiration!

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Im on the job lol Stay tuned and thanks for the support!

@JohnKennedy-kh3eu 3 года назад

Great video. Miami, FL.

@lunarjordan 3 года назад

Working on my CCNA! I got my Network+ last year. Using ExBosom, Neil Anderson, and the OCG. Hoping to take it in September!

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

With that game plan i am sure you will succeed!

@supremecy187 2 года назад

I'm someone who has both and I always recommend getting both.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Yes indeed! I agree 100%

@huligancho Год назад

Thank you ! Can you make an in debt video about the questions and the answers of the interview ?

@77matius 2 года назад

Informative and interesting. Good job.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@MrDarman210 2 года назад

I'm studying Sec+ (already have A+ and Net+) and want to figure what to get next. This video was very helpful!

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@StylistecS 2 года назад

I studied network+ but I did not get the cert. I immediately started CCNA and am still studying CCNA as I plan to take the exam later this year. I can immediately tell the difference. The CCNA is far more detailed and more in depth of what you are actually doing and learning. Some of the Network plus material did prepare me for some basics such as learning how to solve from decimal to binary. But some protocols and commands that I have learned so far is nowhere near what Network Plus teaches. I am very excited learning CCNA. It's fun but challenging.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Yes indeed! Studying for the CCNA was very fun yet challenging! Keep grinding it out! :D

@user-zg9sg7qc4y 11 месяцев назад

Subscribed Thanks for motivating me

@myadventuresinuganda7907 2 года назад

Basing on employer requirements , I feel the pressure to do CCNA. I am enrolling this year.

@MichaelM2K23 4 месяца назад

First watched this video two years ago while studying for my Network+. I had zero networking experience but was able to convince my job at the time to pay for my training. The Net+ cert led to me securing a job with a 40% pay increase. Two years later, I’m finishing up my preparation for CCNA and have already started applying for network admin roles, just to see if anything happens before I actually take the exam.

@Frissdas1207 7 месяцев назад

For those who are curious, the reason interviewers ask for specific commands isn't to see if you get it right, it's usually to see how fast you get it right. It helps gauge experience. Someone with little experience will have to think about it. Someone who has typed certain commands hundreds or thousands of times will answer almost instantly. This is why labbing is so critical, especially if you're newer.

@timmoss5756 3 года назад

I’ll have it in 3 weeks

@thierrylaborde_6097 2 года назад

Thank you !

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@MidnightVentures Год назад

When you mention the CCNA, you mean Cisco CCNA correct? Btw i just subbed.

@razredge68 3 года назад

I just passed my CCNA. I've been working in networking for several years now without it but potential employers do hint at wanting candidates to have the CCNA. One of the things that helped me was transitioning from Active Duty where I did networking to becoming a contractor on the same base for one of the local organizations. Job experience is key to interviews but having a CCNA helps get views.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I can definitely agree with that.

@huangzeyong Год назад

right ,how about the salary?

@Stoneface_ Год назад

@@huangzeyong great salary

@huangzeyong Год назад

@@Stoneface_ are you in USA? my meaning is CCNA .not CCIE ,the salary ,thanks

@Chrisp0394 Год назад

That's awesome man! I'm transitioning off active duty now, but I did Intel my whole career but I really want to switch over to the IT field. I've got a few certs already (A+, Net+, Sec+) but the big thing employers want is that experience. I'm struggling to even find an entry level help desk job

@peterjesus9087 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing Budd, jah bless

@Reason_over_Dogma 2 года назад

I'm going to try to get my CCNA off the rip. I'm in college but they just cancelled the CCNA courses this fall, so I'm disappointed. I found affordable courses on Udemy. So I'll shoot for that. Hopefully I can land an internship through school and be on my way to network admin by the time I graduate! Thanks for all your insight and tips. It really helps and motivates me to do better!

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Thanks! All the power to you!

@Reason_over_Dogma 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 thanks! crazy how I wrote this a month ago being inspired by you, hoping I'd just land an internship at my school. Not knowing much other than building my personal PC. I was able to get hired as help desk at my school. I start Monday. I really hope I can come back and say I passed the CCNA.

@Reason_over_Dogma 2 года назад

Crazy I achieved this goal. Man, 4 months ago, I was wondering what the hell I'm going to do with my life. Man. What an emotional moment for me.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

That’s good stuff man!!!! I’m proud of ya! All it takes is finding a why! If you can find a WHY, you can withstand almost any HOW 💯

@kkdfjiti23 3 года назад

Failed a couple times with the same score of 750. Hopefully third time lucky.

@visionaryapril_art 3 года назад

Good luck 🍀

@visionaryapril_art 3 года назад

You will pass next time

@richardrodgersjr8296 2 года назад

Was the test really hard

@skippaspam 2 года назад

Keep going search ccna failed 3 times. A guy on youtube went through the same exact thing also took him a year to even get a job after he pass the 3rd time. Never give up. Im studying for my first attempt right now

@Frissdas1207 2 года назад

@@richardrodgersjr8296 your question is completely subjective.

@shazzz_land Год назад

cool insight btw

@stevevazquez1429 Год назад

For the CCNA where do you recommend to study? Any course or books as well

@SlashPatriarchy Год назад

I’m new to IT. I have the A+ but no degree related to computers. Networking is by far my weakest area but I want to get into cybersecurity. Would it be better to start with Network+? I know CCNA is objectively better but I’m worried it will be overwhelming if I don’t have a more general understanding of networking first.

@ejay2075 2 года назад

Question, what do you think about the CCT (Cisco Certified Technician) certification? I hear it's on par with the Network+ but specific to Cisco equipment.

@claudefozao8427 2 года назад

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@marcussafeabrima4635 Год назад

That so perfect

@Frissdas1207 2 года назад

Comptia is great for gov jobs. They actually require them.

@thesqaanalyst Год назад

Thanks for the tips. Appreciate it. BTW, did you get your CCNA?

@TheBuffNerd7539 Год назад

Yeah I got a previous video that talked about it. Go check it out.

@Chrisp0394 Год назад

Class D is the Multicast range isn't it? 224 - 240? How many hosts would be in that kind of subnet?

@nhabib114 2 года назад

Interesting journey.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Very!

@G.D.Martin Год назад

I hold several CompTIA certs. A+,Sec+,CySA+ and CASP+. I also have a BS degree in Infomation Systems. I have a Government job as a Sys Admin, so I only do a little networking. I have a basic understanding of networks in terms of theory but not much hands-on. I am probably going to do CCNA to round everything out. I feel like I don't really need Network+ at all.

@TheBuffNerd7539 Год назад

Interesting enough, I had a friend who took the A+ a week ago and he told me it’s about three times harder than it was back in the day. A lot of IPv6 on it. I may do a video on the future talking about the difference between taking it back in 2018 and taking it for years later

@leopaulevans7573 3 года назад

already A+ certified with network engineering training with about over 6 years of IT working experience work about 3 years in a server to client environment currently working as Computer Tech and consultant but am studying for my ccna , and going to do my N+ before my A+ expire next year

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Sound like a man with a plan!

@leopaulevans7573 3 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 if want great career you have to plan to move forward and I am living in the Caribbean where all the job are requiring degree so I hav stay on the ball but not only having the certs but able to conduct the task, by having these certs will give a edge over most applicants

@antoniobowden4849 2 года назад

@@leopaulevans7573 at this point i feel like any company will hire you with any degree as long as you have a background in technical skills and understand it with your certs then your good to go.

@harrysearia1784 3 года назад

Good info.

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@harrysearia1784 3 года назад

Keep doing yo thing bro. Its inspiration for us.👊🏾

@InwardGaze 2 года назад

Preciate this man! My plan is studying A+ material, then studying Network+ material while taking a course for the CCNA as my first cert. Really understanding the material. I've seena lot of people say if you're not taking the certs, at least understand what they're getting you to understand. Any tips on what else to learn to get hired besides CCNA certification and understanding networks?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Honestly if you master those fundamentals then you will be able to mesh well in any networking environment. A few other things to check out... DHCP servers, Authentication servers and the 802.1x protocol.

@trayjobe6995 2 года назад

Im studying for my CCNA right now. I am using Neil Anderson's Udemy course, Todd Lammle's book. I also will be finishing my associates in Computer Networking, as my instructor uses netacad to teach cisco.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Nice!!! Seems like you are on a road to success! Keep grinding!!!!

@Reason_over_Dogma 2 года назад

Nice. Same as me.. singing up for Neil Anderson's Udemy course tomorrow. I'm also doing my associates and will be purchasing Todd lammles book as well as boson practice tests. I haven't taken network essentials course yet. But I hear Neil's class should for absolute beginners. So I'm excited.

@jayvet8402 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 what was your offer on your first network admin role ... the range at least?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

@@jayvet8402 $48,000 - $56,000 annually.

@jayvet8402 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 thanks brother... and where is the paytable for the government roles in IT. I know in the military I could just look it up in opm and go by rank

@Yalbou Год назад

What do you guys do and use to study for this?

@renatorobles7440 2 года назад

Good day! Hi I have a question about the levels: If the CCNA and security plus are in that level, what level is the CCNP? Thanks! 👍🏻👍🏻

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

The CCNP Security is IAT Level III in the list I just checked. Doesn't seem like they updated it since the Certpocalyse. Here's the link to it. public.cyber.mil/cw/cwmp/dod-approved-8570-baseline-certifications/

@renatorobles7440 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 wow nice! Thanks a lot keep it up !!!!!!!!! 👏❤️🙂☕👍🏻

@Akihito007 2 года назад

Just took the Network+ 007 and bombed with a 675 even though I know I aced the PBQS. I was thinking of bypassing the 008 and just studying for the CCNA but now concerned because I’ve heard the test is much harder than the Network+ and if I couldn’t even pass that in two tries, idk. I’m A+ certified but after lots of applications and only 3 job interviews, I was only offered a temp help desk job at $13 an hour.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Screw that temp job. you should be able to land a better gig with the A+. Keep grinding! Im sure you will get a good bite soon.

@tahntalus Год назад

Would the ccent exam be comparable to the net+? If a person wanted a ccna, why would they go the net+>ccna route as opposed to ccent>>ccna?

@TheBuffNerd7539 Год назад

I took the CCENT back when it was a thing. Totally different ball park from the Net+. You don’t configure vlans or RONS with the net+. Net+ is for the newborns. Lol

@badbug911 2 года назад

CCNA cert is very much worth it.

@jeevan9041 3 года назад

Nice one, tamil nadu, India

@techfly3 2 года назад

Hi I was wondering what are your current top certifications recommendations

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

If networking is where you comfy... I recommend the CCNA easy! It covers just about everything the network+ covers and then some. If your a newbie I would recommend the A+ which is a really easy cert. that should get you familiar with the fundamentals of a PC. After that it depends on the area of the business you want to focus on.

@lppap9774 Год назад

So the ccna will be the 1st exam of the ccnp?

@rashedblackley4335 2 года назад

So don’t have a cert at all but I’m good with computers. Do you think I should start off with network + than get for CCNA? I’m just trying to get my foot in the door

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I think you should start with the A+. There aren't too many entry level networking jobs. But since you are trying to get your foot in the door... aim at the helpdesk. The A+ will help you land the role.

@ItsJustBlaz1 2 месяца назад

How long did you study for network+

@ccurrell 2 года назад

I have been a sys admin for over 25 years. I did start by getting my Microsoft Certified System Engineer (NT 4.0 and NT Workstation). Getting the MCSE certificate gave me so much information that I still use today. But that is the only certificate I have and never had a need to get another one. At some point years of experience means way more than a piece of paper on the wall. I find it funny you frame and hang your certificates... I use to do the same thing. I have interviewed lots of people that all kinds of certification but cant do the job. In the end certificates mean very little because people can memorize and spit the information out during the test. Do you truly understand the information and how it all fits together is way more important.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I agree 100% I work along side a few paper tigers and its irritating hearing them talk about using brain dumps in order to pass certs. Some of them have never touched a lab a day in their lives. At a certain point when it comes to certs you are absolutely right but for me the certifications are needed because on the government side they have baseline certification requirments when it comes to certain positions.

@xunililak1674 2 года назад

The ccna now has labs incorporated in the exam, everyone is crying about it but I started the ccna journey for the knowledge and not the cert. There are a huge difference in peoples desire, some just want a job and fake it til they make it. I want to know all the info over the cert. My passion is security although that requires a solid networking base to be truly competent in security!

@xunililak1674 2 года назад

By the way Brendan nice job with the video although im little late to the party!

@Stoneface_ Год назад

@@xunililak1674 I'm little bit late too. Which one you think is the best, a bachelor degree, an associate degree or a bootcamp?

@motivatdguy2000 7 месяцев назад

While an agree to part of what you are saying, most people cannot even get an interview to demonstrate that knowledge without having a certification. Having a certification show that you have skin in the game and the basic knowledge to do the work.

@themmaboom8045 2 года назад

Would you recommend getting the Security+ to get a Network Engineer position ?

@enriquemino9963 2 года назад

I would say it will help.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

there are some security topics in the CCNA so yeah it would definitely help. I dont thing its a good prerequisite tho.

@emoney295 3 года назад

So I have no experience with networking but my cousin was telling me to go for ccna. What do you recommend ?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

If you are already in the industry yes I would suggest going for the CCNA. If not, check out some of the comptia certs so you can get familiar with the fundamentals.

@abdikanimohamed3885 3 года назад

I want to make CCNA my first IT certification

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Go for it!!!!

@gamingraw1018 3 года назад

I can relate to you and I would like an honest answer please, does your dreadlocks stops you from getting into a position? You know how corporate is…just wondering how it didn’t affect your come up

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Honestly it has not. Fortunately I have obtained jobs in both the private sector and the government side while growing my dreads. I am sure I may eventually face to push back, if so I will do my best to adjust.

@abes2078 3 года назад

Thanks for the video man. Will you consider doing Network+ a waste of time? I just got my A+ last weekend with zero IT experience. I'm thinking of doing Network+ in September to get some foundational knowledge in Networking, then security+ in November and CCNA in February next year. Also, do you find the knowledge acquired from studying for security+ useful towards CCNA?

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

I find the sec+ somewhat useful when it came to the CCNA. Some topics cross paths from a security stand point like wireless security type. outside of that they are different.

@RejectedJoker 2 года назад

No gained knowledge is a waste of time. I just passed the Net+ and studying for the CCNA now. I feel like I have a greater foundation now and things make much more sense.

@Megatrance9000 2 года назад

I have an Associates and a couple years of Helpdesk experience and an A+ I am deciding between N+ or CCNA. I know some co-workers who have the N+ and it doesn't seem nearly as valued.

@FM-cw8fx 2 года назад

Cuz A+ and Net+ are certs that give employers the idea you are a novice. They have no weight

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I agree. The most you'll be able to get with that cert is a role in a NOC. Go for the CCNA. it teaches everything covered in the Net+ while also showing you how to actually configure devices.

@brighteyesldy 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 Thank you for answering my question without asking :)

@brighteyesldy 2 года назад

@@FM-cw8fx Thank you!

@kokkunavyasai9104 3 года назад

Hi.. would you like to suggest how to learn CCNA, like some books or websites anything.. also can you please tell us how you have learnt it?? Many thanks..

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0Ad2-wj3m0o.html I made a video talking about the resources I used to learn the CCNA. Check it out :)

@ETPHHM1 3 года назад

Also obtaining the CCNA is definitely worth getting as the industry is changing rapidly. And I recommend anyone getting there CCNP right after getting there CCNA as well.

@user-lf6kg4sg8o 2 года назад

Does CCNP Security better than Security+ ?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Yes lol. Sec+ is entry level. CCNP is professional level.

@NateNesta 3 года назад

OSPF is not a better protocol than EIGRP. OSPF is scalable sure, but it was designed to be a catch-all for vendor routing. EIGRP being Cisco proprietary doesn't play well with others. OSPF has slow convergence time and constantly has to update thus making it a very heavy and less autonomous in making alternate routing paths in need based back up cases, where as EIGRP has that built in to its core.

@TheBuffNerd7539 3 года назад

Your absolutely right. Back when I did this interview though I chose OSPF because I had no practical experience with either of these protocols yet lol. I just knew more about OSPF at the time because the CCNA focused more on it instead of EIGRP.

@ssgus3682 Год назад

I have my Network+ and Security+. In order for me to get a promotion at Mt current job I need a Linux certification not CCNA.

@cgme9535 2 года назад

If you’ve *been* studying N+ and are now second guessing yourself, don’t stop studying N+. You will have effectively wasted all of that time for nothing. The vouchers aren’t that expensive, and at least it’s one more cert to have by your name. People that don’t get ahead are those that second guess themselves too much. I would know, I’m one of those people.

@MichaelM2K23 2 года назад

My job is about to pay for me to get my Network+ certification, but I'm already looking toward going for CCNA.

@FM-cw8fx 2 года назад

You can save some money but skipping the comptia certs and go directly to CCna

@lovelylonerboy7156 2 года назад

Do you need to be super passionate about this or can someone just study for the test so they can make more money?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

You could do both. However there a chance you will get bored or uninterested after a while if you are not passionate about it. If this is your thing, then you should make it YOUR THING! You know?

@tino3609 2 года назад

So I have a ? What would be the first thing should I learn In Cisco network

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

That depends on how much you already know about networking itself. Are you familiar with the fundamentals? Like subnetting, technical terms etc..

@tino3609 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 no I am not I am new at This and have no knowledge so I need to know where do I start off at ?

@tino3609 Год назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 he mention that network plus is the basic for learning which I’m asking should I start off with that one first

@TheBuffNerd7539 Год назад

@@tino3609 yes. The fundamental are what you should focus on.

@diversityfields5584 2 года назад

If you're going for DOD jobs or jobs that require a clearance get CompTIA certs.

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

Yeah the Sec+ is a must have for most positions.

@diversityfields5584 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 Ignore A+ and Network+. Everyone I know went straight for Sec+ because it's the one that the majority of employers want.

@averagedan3282 Год назад

👍🏽👍🏽

@only_boi1831 2 года назад

Do you have a Bachelor Degree?

@TheBuffNerd7539 2 года назад

I do not.

@only_boi1831 2 года назад

@@TheBuffNerd7539 Universities in my country do have undergrad programs for cybersec and networking. The only I.T program they got is software development. so I am stranded. I think getting industry certs can make up for that. Or what do u think? I am more interested in Cybersec

@vicg5323 Год назад

Studying the network plus for general network knowledge is okay but spending money for that cert will not result in a network job. Spending the money on a CCNA exam and passing will result in a job!

@bibi9984 Год назад

by the Way ccna worth It in Cybersecurity

@adamthomas6561 2 года назад

Your son name is Adam so is mines lol 😆

@cashmoney4736 2 года назад

what state are you in? the job market here is pure shit. always remember experience is king and IT field is extremely over saturated. everybody is learning IT. so the job market offers $15 an hour at Cisco requiring a CCNA.