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Hey, i have been laid off for a while and am wondering to see if i can use this time to get myself either the MCSA or the MCSE certifications. I don't know excatley how long is a good time to get prepared considering that i must say i am average with the Microsoft and it's components. I know, it could be easy for most people but i do have all the time now and i don't mind studying. Please help me out with your experiences and give me your words of wisdom so i can enhance my career, please and thank you.