FAQ Answers
What are the site's browser requirements?
The WestNet Tech Series Web site takes advantage of the functionality provided by Netscape Navigator version 4 or later and Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4 or later. The browser must also have both JavaScript and Cookies enabled for the book ordering system to function. The online courses also require the installation of Macromedia Shockwave and Real Audio Player.
The WestNet Tech Series site does not support America Online's built-in browser. AOL users should install Netscape Navigaor or Internet Explorer.
Why are the courses bundled?
The Technology Series Course bundles are arranged to provide the participant with a track for certification preparation. Each of the three bundles provides the courseware for four different certifications.
- The Basic Networking Bundle provides a track for the NACSE (National Association of Communication Systems Engineers) and Associate Network Specialist and the CompTIA (Computer Technology Industry Association) Network+ certification examinations.
- The Advanced Networking Bundle provides a track for the NACSE Senior Network Specialist certification examination.
- The WebMaster Bundle provides a track for the NACSE Webmaster certification and the CompTIA i-Net+ certification examinations.
What is the NACSE NANS Certification?
NANS stands for NACSE Associate Network Specialist. The NANS certification covers Introduction to Networking, LANs, WANs, and TCP/IP at the industry professional level. The NANS certification exam is used to test the student for baseline networking knowledge. The student must also have 2 years of industry experience to receive this NACSE certification.
What is the NACSE NSNS Certification?
NSNS stands for NACSE Senior Network Specialist. NSNS covers Introduction to Networking, LANS, WANS, TCP/IP, Network Architectures, Internet Technologies, Processes & Protocols, Internetworking and Network Analysis & Design at the industry professional level. The NSNS exam is a comprehensive exam that covers a wide range of networking knowledge.
Who is CompTIA?
CompTIA, the Computing Technology Industry Association, is a 17-year-old association representing over 7,500 computer hardware and software manufacturers, distributors, retailers, resellers, VARs, system integrators, training, service, telecommunications and Internet companies. Visit their website at www.comptia.org
What is the CompTIA Network+ Certification?
Network+™ is a testing program sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). It certifies the knowledge of networking technicians with 18 - 24 months experience in the IT industry. This exam, administered by Sylvan PrometricT™, became available in 1999.
What is the CompTIA i-Net+ Certification?
The i-Net+ certification program is designed specifically for any individual interested in demonstrating baseline technical knowledge that would allow him or her to pursue a variety of Internet-related careers. The certification program validates entry-level knowledge of Internet technology. Certification not only helps individuals enter into the Internet industry, but also helps managers determine a prospective employee’s knowledge and skill level. The exam is designed to test Internet technical professionals who are hands-on specialists responsible for implementing and maintaining Internet, Intranet and Extranet infrastructure and services as well as development of related applications.
Earning the i-Net+ certification means that the candidate possesses the knowledge needed to configure and install the TCP/IP client. This exam covers a wide range of vendor and product neutral networking technologies.
What is the difference between the CD-ROM, the workbook and the online course?
The information found in the workbook, online course and CD-ROMs associated with this series provide similar content. The online course is essentially identical to the workbook, but provides additional information in the form of animations, audio descriptions and pretests that are not found in the workbook. The CD-ROM is a copy of the web course pressed to a CD-ROM for your convenience.
