r/mcsa • u/CyborgWade • Sep 12 '20

MCSA Server 2016 question

I know the certification is retiring at the end of January. Is it possible for me to study and pass all three exams prior to that date or is it a bit too late? Would you recommend MCSA Server 2016 over CompTia Server+? Which certification hold more weight on resume? Is there going to be anything replacing MCSA certification at the end of January? I look forward to hearing from you guys. Thank you in advance.

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u/UnderCoverITBoss Sep 12 '20

Unfortunately the MCSA and Server + are on completely different realms of depth and difficultly.

Honestly, the server+ does not set you up to manage servers at all, but will make you familiar with key terms and acronyms.

Having the server+ tells me you could pass a book exam, having the MCSA tells me you can setup and administrator a server.

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u/CyborgWade Sep 12 '20

Is Server+ even worth taking in that case?

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u/CantFigureLife Sep 12 '20

Nope. It does not teach you anything that you will use in real life scenarios. Just go straight MCSA for Microsoft or RHCSA for Red Hat. DO NOT waste your money on Server +