Geekzone: technology news, blogs, forums
Guest
Welcome Guest.
You haven't logged in yet. If you don't have an account you can register now.


Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


#136658 4-Dec-2013 20:07
Send private message

Hi there, i'm a recently finished my graduate diploma in computing from Unitec, And i would like do a IT desktop Certification from Microsoft ie., MCSA Windows Desktop Certification, so now i'm dilemma that which one to do either Windows 7 or Windows 8. So please suggest me which one is best in present NZ market thanks.

Create new topic
l43a2
1779 posts

Uber Geek

ID Verified
Trusted

  #945621 4-Dec-2013 20:13
Send private message

windows 7







Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945626 4-Dec-2013 20:18
Send private message

Hi there thanks for the reply can i know why windows 7? why not windows 8 . Some people said always go with new certification is always better than old one .Thanks.

nathan
5695 posts

Uber Geek
Inactive user


  #945635 4-Dec-2013 20:24
Send private message

I'd think you'd be better with the newer cert since it will be valid for longer



Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945651 4-Dec-2013 20:30
Send private message

That's what i thought, but we need to know about win 7 very well then we can go for Win 8 if necessary in one exam only. And most organisation's here using Win 7 for desktop support. 

Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945654 4-Dec-2013 20:33
Send private message

And this windows certification don't have a expiry date like MCSE, MCSM they do have expiry for 3 years and 2 years.  

timmmay
20511 posts

Uber Geek

Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  #945671 4-Dec-2013 20:52
Send private message

No enterprize is using W8. Most have barely gotten onto windows 7.

Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945677 4-Dec-2013 21:03
Send private message

Thanks :)

 
 
 
 

Trade NZ and US shares and funds with Hatch (affiliate link).
nathan
5695 posts

Uber Geek
Inactive user


  #945680 4-Dec-2013 21:08
Send private message

I doubt having a Win8 cert makes you less employable to a employer that is deploying Win7

Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945714 4-Dec-2013 22:01
Send private message

Yea that's why i'm going to take win  7 as he said many of the companies hasn't switched to Win 8. Anyways thanks 

Regs
4064 posts

Uber Geek

Trusted
Snowflake

  #945792 5-Dec-2013 00:39
Send private message

timmmay: No enterprize is using W8. Most have barely gotten onto windows 7.


there are definately enterprises that are using windows 8 - some are also using Windows Store Apps (aka Metro apps) on tablet devices for their sales reps.  There are also many enterprises have been on windows 7 for a few years.

Regarding the training, there is also a lot of cross-product knowledge between windows 7 and windows 8 so i'd also suggest doing the Win8 course.  If you're looking for training material, there is a bunch of free training for both Windows 7 and Windows 8 available on the Microsoft Virtual Academy site which is worth checking out.




timmmay
20511 posts

Uber Geek

Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  #945820 5-Dec-2013 07:12
Send private message

Win7 may get you a job now. Win8 may help you keep it or get a later job.

CB_24
366 posts

Ultimate Geek


  #945857 5-Dec-2013 08:44
Send private message

Why not get both?

Abhi20

14 posts

Geek


  #945895 5-Dec-2013 09:14
Send private message

If we do win 7 obviously after that we can do win 8, i'm currently looking which one is best in the NZ market. Thanks for your answers.

Create new topic





News and reviews »

Logitech G522 Gaming Headset Review
Posted 18-Jun-2025 17:00


Māori Artists Launch Design Collection with Cricut ahead of Matariki Day
Posted 15-Jun-2025 11:19


LG Launches Upgraded webOS Hub With Advanced AI
Posted 15-Jun-2025 11:13


One NZ Satellite IoT goes live for customers
Posted 15-Jun-2025 11:10


Bolt Launches in New Zealand
Posted 11-Jun-2025 00:00


Suunto Run Review
Posted 10-Jun-2025 10:44


Freeview Satellite TV Brings HD Viewing to More New Zealanders
Posted 5-Jun-2025 11:50


HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14-inch Review
Posted 3-Jun-2025 14:40


Flip Phones Are Back as HMD Reimagines an Iconic Style
Posted 30-May-2025 17:06


Hundreds of School Students Receive Laptops Through Spark Partnership With Quadrent's Green Lease
Posted 30-May-2025 16:57


AI Report Reveals Trust Is Key to Unlocking Its Potential in Aotearoa
Posted 30-May-2025 16:55


Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series Brings Intelligent Experiences to the Forefront with Premium, Versatile Design
Posted 30-May-2025 16:14


New OPPO Watch X2 Launches in New Zealand
Posted 29-May-2025 16:08


Synology Premiers a New Lineup of Advanced Data Management Solutions
Posted 29-May-2025 16:04


Dyson Launches Its Slimmest Vaccum Cleaner PencilVac
Posted 29-May-2025 15:50









Geekzone Live »

Try automatic live updates from Geekzone directly in your browser, without refreshing the page, with Geekzone Live now.



Are you subscribed to our RSS feed? You can download the latest headlines and summaries from our stories directly to your computer or smartphone by using a feed reader.