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What certifications should I get that relate to working in a dedicated web server farm?

I got a job working in a Linux/Windows web server farm and I want to know what certifications would help me improve my career?

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1. You can try Microsoft Certified Professional exam (MCP)
2. Any network related certs. Look into the Cisco stuff, it's one of the better.
3. Anytime webservers are involved, start with at least Security+, I assume you have your A+? This is often overlooked, but is an absolute must for a good groundwork. MCSA is useful for windows and all that just as a good background but not really specific and not useful for linux. If this will be Citrix based at all, and a lot of companies tend towards citrix solutions, the Citrix Certified Enterprise Administrator (CCEA) is useful. On the hardware side of things, figure out where you want to focus. Most companies today seem to prefer cisco solutions, so a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification is useful. All of these have different paths, there are a lot of companies that will help you find the best path for you. Check out CompTIA. http://certification.comptia.org/security/ Hope this helps. The right choice is different for everyone, but this should give you some ideas. Good luck!!!