How long does it take to become a Linux or Windows Administrator?

How long does it take to become a Linux or Windows Administrator?

It would probably be easier to get a Windows Administrator job. A lot of times, just getting MCSE or MCSA certified is all you need to land the job. Since you are after the fastest possible route, I would go for a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate. MCSA is much easier than MCSE. www.testout.com has some videos that can help you get certified. Here is basically the tests you need to pass in order to get MCSE certified or MCSA.


70-270 (MCSA/MCSE - 2 Discs)
Installing, Configuring and Administering Windows XP Professional (v2.1)
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70-290 (MCSA/MCSE)
Managing and Maintaining A Windows Server 2003 (v2.2)
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70-291 (MCSA/MCSE)
Implementing a Server 2003 Network (v2.2)
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70-293 (MCSE - 2 Discs)
Planning a Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (v2.2)
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70-294 (MCSE)
Implementing a 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure (v2.2)
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70-297 (MCSE)
Designing a Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (v2.2)
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70-284 (MCSE Elective)
Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 (v2.0)
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70-228 (MCSE Elective)
Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2000 (v2.0)
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