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Demand
for individuals performing network and systems administration tasks
has seen significant growth this past year, and candidates as well
as the industry have indicated that a certification is needed. The
new MCSA credential is in response to this growth. The MCSA
credential is for professionals who implement, manage, and
troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on the
Microsoft Windows® 2000 and
Microsoft Windows® .NET Server
operating systems. These individuals typically do not deploy new
networks and systems as part of their job function, as is expected
of individuals holding the MCSE credential. In addition, unlike
MCSEs, MCSAs are not expected to have design skills.
The
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential proves
that you have the skills to successfully implement, manage, and
troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows® 2000–based
operating environments, including Windows .NET Server.
An MCSA candidate should have six to 12 months of experience
working with a desktop operating system, a network operating
system, and an existing network infrastructure.
MCSA
candidates are required to pass three core exams and one elective
exam.
The
MCSA certification covers the skills of network administrators,
network engineers, systems administrators, IT engineers,
information systems administrators, network technicians, and
technical support specialists as defined by the National Workforce
Center for Emerging Technologies Skill Standards for Information
Technology and other research worldwide.
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