Basically my current role involves supporting/testing/specing fixes for etc... financial software but mostly from a business perspective. Have got a couple of years experience doing this and want to develop some other skillsets in case I want to jump ship in future.
In terms of techie stuff I do have some exposure to unix and SQL in my current job and am looking to increase my knowledge in those areas & perhpas pick up a scripting language.
One thing I do drastically lack is any decent knowledge of networks, I've got some knowledge of basic network topology from an academic POV but absolutely naff all practical experience.
So is the N+ worth doing (or at least covering the sylabus/buying a book geared towards N+) or would I be better off with something else - self tuition with no particular exams in mind from a good book(s)? Or perhpas CCNA? Perhaps getting really involved and buying up a load of 2nd hand network gear to play with?
I'm not necessarily looking for a certificate per say I just want to build my knowledge in this area.
In terms of techie stuff I do have some exposure to unix and SQL in my current job and am looking to increase my knowledge in those areas & perhpas pick up a scripting language.
One thing I do drastically lack is any decent knowledge of networks, I've got some knowledge of basic network topology from an academic POV but absolutely naff all practical experience.
So is the N+ worth doing (or at least covering the sylabus/buying a book geared towards N+) or would I be better off with something else - self tuition with no particular exams in mind from a good book(s)? Or perhpas CCNA? Perhaps getting really involved and buying up a load of 2nd hand network gear to play with?
I'm not necessarily looking for a certificate per say I just want to build my knowledge in this area.