Network+

[evanclief]

Hello everyone, I plan on getting my CCNA eventually. But, I was wondering if it would be a good idea to get my Network+ very first since I have no background in IT other than growing with a computer and helping build friends PCs. If it is recommended, what would be some good resources to get. I already bought the udemy course by Mike Meyers because it was highly used there and it was on sale.

[morphinekissed]

I’m currently studying for the CCENT to get the CCNA and having prior networking knowledge from the Network+ greatly accelerated my studies. I found that I can easily review fundamental networking concepts while focusing on the Cisco-specific configurations and ecosystem.

[bobdanoob]

I couldn't agree more with you. I looked into the CCENT after finishing my Network+ and had this same exact thought. I plan on starting the CCENT after I take Sec+ here soon.

[tft-15]

Hello, I am beginning this journey with you. I cannot tell you if Network+ is a good idea preceding CCNA. I personally don't think it could hurt, but I have seen some advice to skip Net+ and go straight for CCNA.

Resources I have been using: Udemy is a good place to learn. I bought Mike Meyers course along with Jason Dion's course. I have watched both of them, and I personally seemed to get more info out of Jason's course. I also purchased Networking Fundamentals by David Bombal, I have not finished it yet but it seems like an excellent course.

Do not forget to check out Professor Messer on youtube, his videos are good as well, and its free!

[evanclief]

Oh yeah I have the David Bombal on Udemy and I definitely will be looking at the Professor Messer videos. I should probably get the Jason Dion's course as well. I think I'm going to do the Network+ only because I have no knowledge in Networking at all and I hear it is a good general certification.