MCSA 2008 vs. MCSA 2012: Which certification should you pursue?

Over the past two weeks, a number of difficult participants asked the same question: Do I have to study for the MCSA: Windows Server 2008 Certification or MCSA: Windows Server 2012 certification? Well, that's a very good question and without a definitive yes or no answer. Like many things in it, it depends. It depends on the number of tests carried out so far on the dance Windows Server 2008, now working on the environment, and a number of other factors. For those of you weighing the elections, I will try to break down the different options.

You Have No Exams Complete For Either Certification

If you are in this camp, my suggestion would be to go for 2012, since the challenge is to provide resources designed for people who work for MCSA: Windows Server 2012. Although most of the tips and resources to remain relevant 2008, the goal of the challenge is in Windows Server 2012 out of the challenge, getting the 2012 certification shows that you are proactive and updated on the latest technologies.

You Have One Exam Completed In 2008

If you are in this area, which is a little more complex. With a comment below, are two exams away from your MCSA: Windows Server 2008, and an additional exam (70-417) away from MCSA: Windows Server 2012. This is an absolutely viable path, but you should know that exams upgrade certification to another, they are traditionally very broad and difficult. I have updated exams in the past and found it very difficult to study because, as the body of knowledge is immense. Since I have not been 417, I can not give a recommendation on it. Another thing to consider is the platform that works. If the track is filled 2008 will help you excel in your current position, I would recommend this way.

You Have Two Exams Completed In 2008

If you are in this field, I think the choice is simple. Take your last exam and start down the road to 2012 going from 70-417.

Whatever path you choose, you will learn a lot and move his career forward. By winning its MCSA: Windows Server 2008, will develop a knowledge base for when you want to make the jump to Windows Server 2012, and are only a remote test MCSA: Windows Server 2012.