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Are You Considering A Career As A Microsoft Network Administrator?

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Computer technology has become an essential part of every
industry and sector, whether civic or commercial. The industry
continues to expand its capabilities, making the continuous and
smooth operation of the Information Technology (IT) department a
crucial aspect of any large organization. As more computer
systems run on the Microsoft platform, there is a high and
growing demand for Microsoft Network Administrators.


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Are You Considering A Career As A Microsoft Network Administrator?
Copyright (c) 2009 Frank Pines
CDI Communications Inc
http://www.netwind.com/



Computer technology has become an essential part of every
industry and sector, whether civic or commercial. The industry
continues to expand its capabilities, making the continuous and
smooth operation of the Information Technology (IT) department a
crucial aspect of any large organization.

As more computer systems run on the Microsoft platform, there is
a high and growing demand for Microsoft Network Administrators.

As a Microsoft Network Administrator, you will generally need to
deal with both the hardware and software on computer systems -
dealing with installations, optimization, and trouble-shooting.

While your annual salary may start in the mid $30,000 range, as
you gain experience over time, this can double or even triple in
very short order.

Most Network Administrators choose to sub-specialize. This allows
one to work in a more technical capacity, and consequently
advances you to the next pay level.

The most typical selections are Microsoft Product Specialist and
Microsoft Systems Engineer, both of which one can earn industry
recognized certificates - Microsoft Certified Professional and
Microsoft Certified System Engineer. And the newest generation of
certifications include the Microsoft Certified Technology
Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
credentials

In the industry today, especially if you are newly entering the
field, you should expect to show clients a certificate when they
are looking to contract or hire you.

To become a Microsoft Network Administrator, you must first have
thorough knowledge of both hardware and software. If you choose
to enroll in a program, typically there are no pre-requisites and
a high school diploma is not required, so there is definitely the
opportunity to start from scratch and work your way up. Some
people choose to learn on their own through self-study training
courses, books, Internet research, and hands-on personal
experience.

Whichever education path you choose, there are some basics you
must learn:

1. Microsoft operating systems: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and any
new operating systems that may come out. You must know the older
versions in case your client uses it, but stay up to date on the
new versions, where you are likely to find the most demand in
installations and trouble-shooting.

2. Network cabling. This includes knowing the hardware, the
different types of cables out there, and which cables are best
suited for the needs of the computer network.

3. Know all about TCP/IP and how to sub-net a network.

4. Network security. Be well acquainted with all the security
software out there. Know Microsoft's built-in security inside
out - how to make it work and how to bypass it.

Once you have the basics down, you must learn the intricacies of
system architecture.

First, you must learn business analysis, where you must assess an
organization's needs and thereby design a system that will not
only meet its basic requirements, but optimize its efficiency and
profit making capabilities.

Next, the plan that has been created must be executed; this
includes installing new software and hardware, customizing the
configuration to the business, maintaining the system's
integrity, updating the system when better solutions come onto
the market, diagnose problems that may arise, and resolve those
issues in the timeliest manner possible.

All this means that on a daily basis, you must always be
prepared. This may include late night hours and weekends, as you
must be available to your clients at all times in case of
technical problems, which we all know constantly occur.

You must act with calm and patience; you will deal with quite a
few frantic people over the phone.

You must always be vigilant, constantly monitoring the systems of
all your clients, as the best problem treatment is problem
prevention.

In the end, a career as a Microsoft Network Administrator
requires a solid educational foundation and a commitment to
continuous learning, but it also requires you to bring your
"A-Game" to the job of helping your employer maintain smooth
and profitable operations.






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