CompTIA
stands for Computing Technology Industry Association and is an
association of over 8,000 companies in the IT industry.
They provide computer certifications for IT Professionals on a variety of subjects. These industry recognized certifications include A+, Network+, Server+, Linux+, Security+ and others. CompTIA certifications tend to be entry level in difficulty and never require upgrading.
They provide computer certifications for IT Professionals on a variety of subjects. These industry recognized certifications include A+, Network+, Server+, Linux+, Security+ and others. CompTIA certifications tend to be entry level in difficulty and never require upgrading.
CompTIA offers twelve certification programs
in key technology areas.
| CompTIA A+ | CompTIA Network+ | CompTIA Server+ | CompTIA Security+ |
| CompTIA RFID+ | CompTIA CTT+ | CompTIA CDIA+ | CompTIA Linux+ |
| CompTIA Project+ | CompTIA Convergence+ | CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ | CompTIA PDI+ |
The IT certification arena (Cisco, HP, Novell) recognize the value of CompTIA credentials. Some vendors have integrated CompTIA titles into their program requirements.
For instance, Microsoft accepts either the Network+ or the Server+ as an elective credit for their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) title. Microsoft also accepts the Security+ as an elective for their Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification program.
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