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Server 2012R2 Server Maintenance
To anyone running their infrastructure with Server 2012R2 servers, has this little "improvement" impacted network\server performance? We're thinking of upgrading but during my work with VMs, this feature has killed performance. Yes, I've googled it. More than one article mentions a possible hack to get around it. Anyone…
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Google Voice
Does anyone know if you have a google number if you can disable that " Hello this is good voice, let me connect you......." I would prefer it just to ring
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Password Database
Hi guys, Can anyone recommend a password database for storing usernames and passwords as we have a large client base and the database we use at the moment is getting a bit untidy and it needs a new lease of life. Suggestions welcome!
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Clusters and load balancing on AWS (and cloud in general)
I've got a question about how horizontal scaling is achieved in AWS, and maybe on other cloud platforms. By that, I mean how do you add extra servers to increase throughput and availability. I've got some pre-cloud experience of using clusters of servers to achieve horizontal scaling, using IIS, SQL Server and Weblogic. In…
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Process to automate getting IOS ver and SN to check EOL?
Hello all, I'm currently working on a project to help with automating the process of taking a list of devices, getting their IOS version output and serial numbers and checking EOL/EOS advisories against that. I'm curious what tools folks may be using to automate that as much as possible? I've set up a python script that…
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Free Powershell Book
I know this site has been shown a few times on here, but just wanted to let those looking to learn Powershell (which should be a lot of people) they are offering a free ebook today. https://www.packtpub.com/packt/offers/free-learning
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Old Books
Hi All I have a friend offloading tons of 2001~2008 Cisco books etc. Would anybody here recommend having them? I know technology changes but in general i'd say they're still useful to read. Thoughts? :)
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Bash Scripting Python Scripting administration tutorials
Guys are there any good tutorials out there which walk you through bash scripting / python 3 for useful system administration stuff like backup scripts.
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Home router setups
I am curious on what everyone is using on here for their home router and wifi. When I first got into Cisco networking I used an 1841 with an HP AP. This was okay to see Cisco networking in a live environment, but knew for home use it was easier to have something, well, for home use. Currently I use an ASUS RT N66u. While…
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Any good forum for resume reviews/ critic?
Monster.com had a great resume forum but looks like it's no longer existing. Anyone has recommendations for a good forum to review resumes?
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Viceland Cyberwar Show
Anyone else watch the Cyberwar series on Viceland? I thought it was interesting, but it doesn't take much to entertain me.
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Web application vendor recommendations
We are looking to do a web application and network penetration test, we did one last year on the web application and are looking to repeat with a different vendor. I have already spoken with a number of vendors and gotten a SOW from a couple but wanted a few more before we decide. Any recommendations of good companies that…
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help with compare-object in powershell
i'm very new to powershell and what i'm attempting to do is automate code releases into production by using some form of verification check during the process to ensure files have been copied. after i copy-item from source to destination, i want to be able to: 1. compare the size of folder1 and folder2 2. if the sum is…
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Do you reject random people on Linkedin?
I get a lot of random adds for some reason. I reject them all.
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KeyW
We are looking at KeyW offerings. Understand they provide cybersecurity training for government. Can someone share your experience with them?
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Who ever bought cisco equipment from this website？
Just saw their big discount on many cisco items, such as WS-C2960-24LT-L, List Pirce is $1,362, now is $363. And wanted to know who ever bought from them.Router-switch Ltd. | HongKong Yejian Technologies Co., Ltd
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Cisco ISE 100 Node Deployment Question
Hey Guys, I have a project to deploy two AAA servers, but I was wondering is it possible to use the ISE appliance accounting feature to see what commands users use on lets say a Cisco ASR 9000 router? Reason im asking is that I need to find a AAA solution before next year begins and I don`t want to make a bad decision by…
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What did you screw up at work today?
I clicked on a company sponsored Phishing campaign email link, you would think the Cyber Security guy would know better. I'm sure I'll get a call from my manager soon to tell me what a dumb ass I am.
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Terminal Multiplexers
This is for the Linux / Unix Wizards do you run a terminal multiplexer? if so which one? screen? tmux? What does your setup look like :) enlighten me chaps
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AutoCAD 2016
Anyone supporting desktop PC`s with AutoCAD 2016? Just curious as to know what hardware do you recommend, in regards to graphics cards.
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Cloud Servers security questions...
Hey! So this is my first time moving an entire server from on site to the cloud that is not a web server and have some questions regarding security that maybe some of you could help with! :) We currently have a production Kerio server on Linux (red hat) that we want to move to the cloud and are curious what security…
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Do you have a favorite tech podcast?
Hi Everyone, Do you have a favorite tech podcast? Looking for stuff to listen to. Thanks!
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Chromebooks - Security Concern?
In regards to security concerns, just wondering what everyone's thoughts are on using Chromebooks in the enterprise for remote users (using VPN)? I don't know much about them but from what I'm hearing from the team is they don't require AV (they don't get viruses). Viruses are one thing, but what about malware? Just unsure…
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Building a Website Question
Happy Friday everyone I am looking into something for a friend of mine. He wants to build a website that will host many short videos that a team of people will upload to, but he doesn't want to worry about storage space. Also, he will need some sort of database attached so that he can run statistics and comparisons etc.…
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Remote Access Software
Hey everyone Was wondering if anyone had any first-hand experience with remote access software for personal use. Could be free or $ but I'm just looking for a stable way of accessing family computers remotely in order to properly assist them. I used to use LogMeIn a while ago but would love to hear alternatives. Thanks
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Outlook Issue
Ok, its late in the day and I am having a brain freeze. Just got a user logged onto another workstation, opened up Outlook 2016, noticed it was updating and left for a coffee. when I got back the user says that all her folders that she created are missing. We are using a hosted email service. Is this a missing pst issue?
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Cisco Switch - ACL priority: interface or vlan?
Hi Everyone, If a Cisco switch has an ACL applied to a physical interface, and a different ACL applied to a interface-vlan on the same physical interface, which ACL is used? Or both? Can there be conflicts? Thanks!
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Error installing SP1 for a Win 7 Machine
Has anyone come across issues with installing SP1 on a win 7 machine. I keep getting Error Details: 80078940 Googled the error and there are tons of different ways to try and fix this issue. Just hoping to reduce my search by posting here.
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Decent Network Rack for Home Lab
I'm looking for a decent rack for my home lab. Needs to be able to house a few servers, storage, as well as a few switches/firewalls. I had a skeletek rack at one point in time, but I remember they were somewhat expensive. Any advice? What do you guys use?
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Metasploitable3 is here!
For those who are working on security studies, Rapid7 has made a new release to the ever popular Metasploit. For those that dont know, Metasploit is a purposely vulnerable VM that allows people to get some experience in basic vulnerability scanning and exploitation. Have fun!…
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Annoying email problen
So we are using Office 2016. One user called to say that his emails are stuck in his outbox. I tried using send and receive and restarting his outlook, but now the emails have disappeared. I ran scanpst.exe that repaired some issues, but the emails have completely gone. Anyone come across this before? If so, what`s the…
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Sys Admins -- Any good network/system monitoring software?
I'm looking to install some kind of network/server monitoring software on our network. I'm the only member of the IT department and we have quite a few servers. It's getting harder and harder to manage them all by myself. What kind of software do you guys use to monitor your network, let you know when servers go down,…
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5 aigns an employee wont make it
5 Signs a New Employee Won't Make It in Your Company | Inc.com Don't know if I agree with everything but it's good to know what HR people are looking for warning signs.
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Studying, Labbing, and Implementing Cisco ISE
This isn't really certification-specific so I thought I'd drop it in here. I have been put into an interesting position at work. We were supposed to deploy ISE last year but that got held up when he hit a bug code in the XE IOS that caused some issues with dACLs that would eventually freeze the switches and make us hard…
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Do you use online library of books to help in your study of certification?
Do you think subscribing to them is useful as an aid to our studies?
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One ring to rule them all or Pieces of Eight? Need your opinions on security tools
I think some of you might already know where i am going with this. Around this time many companies are preparing their budget for next year and getting their projects ready but with that comes the frustration and annoyance of incorporating or having to deal with yet another security tool that you will have to be trained,…
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Virtualization Lab for Cisco and Microsoft
Hi all, I'm not sure if this is possible (I can't find anything online), but I am looking for a virtual lab that allows for me to setup Cisco routers, switches, ASA (that would be ace!) and Windows Server 2012 R2. I'm shortly to begin a big university project and I don't have access all week to the physical equipment, so…
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Need to replace a DC
So one of our branch offices requires an upgrade to their server. So my plan is to build a 2012 R2 Domain Controller, log into their 2003 sbs server (they don't use any other applications like SharePoint or Exchange) copy all the settings and then ship it out to them, to replace their old server. Seeing that its a replica,…
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SHIPS vs. LAPS
Is anyone using either of these utilities and if so, what do you think are pros and cons of each. One is Shared Host Integrated Password System (SHIPS), the other is Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). The Shared Host Integrated Password System (SHIPS) is an open-source solution created by Geoff Walton from…
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Qradar learning resources
Does anybody have any good learning resources besides administration and configuration for QRadar?
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InterOp conference 2017?
Have any of you members here ever attend Interop ITX? Know anything about it? :
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FFIEC handbook
Is anyone using this FFIEC handbook to make recommendations to their company on how to improve information security in their organization? I know its industry specific but just wanted to know if anyone here has used or using this handbook. I'm trying to get some preparations in case we have to do something.
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Intel Focus16
Anyone from TE here at Focus 16 in vegas?
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Laptop/Tablet Recommendations
So my wife and I are having a weight loss competition that starts today, first person to hit their target weight wins, I have to lose 19 pounds and she loses 15 pounds. Each of us are putting up $500 in cash and we put the $1000 in cash and taped it on the wall in our bathroom. Whoever hits their goal wins the cash. Now I…
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Running Security Onion on Atom procs
So I have been eyeballing one of these for awhile SUPERMICRO SYS-5018A-FTN4 1U Rackmount Server Barebone FCBGA 1283 DDR3 1600/1333 - Newegg.com I started using Security Onion at work and we implemented SO on some old ACS chassis' that were no longer going to be used. They work well enough to dip our toes in the water with…
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INE - Buy One Get One Free
Hey all,Just a heads up - INE are doing a buy one get one free offer on a 2 year all access pass. It's a pretty sweet deal and a huge saving:All Access Pass - INE P.S No, I am not sponsored to post this I just thought i'd share a great deal.
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Do you use git or some othe revision control system as part of your workflow?
in the past, I had done web development so I gained some exposure to the revisioning systems of the day (mainly SVN) and I recently started to use git more as part of my daily workflow. I setup an internal git server(gitlab), which is used for storing configs from some network devices, scripts, source code, package lists…
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ISSA conference Dallas
Anyone going? Want to meet up?
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Happy Halloween TE!
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Top tools for web pen testing
I am trying to compile a list of the top tools to be familiar with for web testing enumeration. So far I have burpsuite, dirbuster, net cat, dnsrecon, the harvester and fierce. What top tools do you use for your enumeration phase?
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California DMV computer system failure. What happened?
More Than 102 California DMV Offices Impacted by Major Computer Outage | KTLA I just saw this. I'd love to know what happened to blow up the entire states' DMV system. What sort of computer failure. The CA DMV was slow enough when it was working, I'd hate to see the long lines out the doors of the DMV offices now!
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Anti phishing solutions?
I'm looking for enterprise anti phishing solutions. What solutions have you used and do you recommend it? Also, what do you think of Google's safe browsing API for anti phishing (if you used it)?
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Ubuntu 12.04 network question
Guys been dabbling with Ubuntu server. I am trying to setup a DRBL / clonezilla server. The rig I am using has two network cards. (eth0, eth1) I want a static I.P for both cards one to be public and one to be private. As I will hooking up a switch to the private network card and using it to image machines. The question is…
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Vulnerability management: How do you do it?
This is a broad question, I'm interested to hear from those with experience in doing serious vulnerability management. How do you do it? Best practices? Tools you use? How do you think it should be done?
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Security Dashboards
Anyone have any TVs/Monitors up rotating on different dashboards in their security department? We've got a few things going on with Splunk, but just curious for any ideas for any external sites that are nice to put in the rotation. We've got Norse IP Viking up there too, but all it is is pretty to look at, no real…
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How Many iPhone Users Out There?
Just curious how many of you have turned to the “dark side”. As I move from job to job in this field I am noticing a trend in people in IT being iPhone users, not all, but a lot more than I had expected. I asked a coworker about this and he speculated that it is likely due to the fact that they tend to be more secure and…
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Threat Map
Let me start by saying that I understand, to us (IT people), maps are a joke. The Norse Map is notorious for freaking people out, but showing things that might or might not be attacks. Typically I avoid such things since it tends to cause me headaches, but their effectiveness cannot be understated. The Director of my…
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Humour me hear pleas
Hi, I'm after the solution to the following please, just think I might be forgetting how to do something from my dim and distant past. WE have a network with a number of laptops that connect over SSL open VPN. They get assigned a 10.*.*.* address fine however although they connect to our exchange fine they cannot map to…
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Where's a good place to start with storage concepts?
I was reading some threads yesterday and realized I don't know jack poopoo about storage. Not really looking to get certified, just want to understand the basics. When I studied for the VCP there was mention of LUNs and some other things that weren't really explained. It was more of a "just know it exists" situation, but…
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Pentesting RFP Questionaire
Anyone know where i can find a decent security questionaire for selecting a pentesting vendor? I've tried Mr Google but nothing good so far. I know i can come up with a list myself but i wanted to see if there is anything i might be missing or have not thought about. Thanks
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Cyber War With Russia
Does anyone have comments on this? Ideas on what America/Russia would target? Just threats? CIA Prepping for Possible Cyber Strike Against Russia - NBC News
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Just started in new position
So I am use to working in a corporate infrastructure where everything is under one roof as it were. I now find myself in sole charge of this companies IT of which they have multiple locations, two have a DC and the others are using File servers. I would like to change this setup so that maybe these small locations can…
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Python on a chromebook
Hey guys, looking to learn some relearn python but was unsure of the best way to go about that on a Chromebook? I have a 32GB usb 3.0 flashdrive that I use while traveling and perhaps could for putting programs/IDE's on. The only concern is the compatibility between the chrome OS and available programs. I would like to…
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Uses for config managment tools like salt/ansible/puppet/chef
I started using Salt last year to manage my Linux systems and gradually our windows admins became interested in what I was doing. It helped that I continually told them about all the time I was saving doing routine work. At this point, we are managing a good portion of our Windows servers and 100% of our Linux…
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Anonymous launches online hacking school to teach hacking to everyone
Haven't seen this article here and i just actually came across it today and wanted to share. For those interested link is below. https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2016/04/22/anonymous-launches-onionirc-a-school-for-hacktivists-on-the-dark-web/
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RD Web Access Help!
RD Web Access I have a Remote Desktop Server Setup, I have all my user licenses, is there a way to get my users to use the remote App and desktops to load their roaming profile onto the remote desktop server. that way when they go to the remote desktop web access they can use it as if they were at their workstation. Right…
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Track users by 'mouse movements' !
quite clever? https://www.rt.com/viral/335112-tor-mouse-movements-fingerprint/
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Best way to get InfoSec news
So what's the most efficient way that you use to get InfoSec related news? Do you have a favourites/bookmarks of websites that you read? do you use RSS feed tool? Do you just search twitter? I'm trying to be more efficient, so please share with me what you do :)
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Exchange email Encryption
Hi All, I'm just trying to workout to what level emails are encrypted using the built in encryption with Exchange. My understanding is that SMTP can be tunnelled through SSL using RPC. However I'm not sure if this means the connection between the client and server is all that is encrypted. If it is just the server and…
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Video apps for watching videos on the go
Does anyone know of any good app that i can create playlists of videos on my phone? I used to have an Apple Ipod few years back that I remember i had created video playlists and whenever I would stop or close the app, once I launched it again, it would resume to play the video from where it stopped. I am using Android…
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What have you learned lately?
I learned what to look for when a switch is having a spanning tree loop / broadcast storm. I was on travel and got a SMS message a distribution switch was down. I pinged the switch and it replied back, but after 10 or so pings it stopped responding, than after 30 or so failed pings the switch replied back. This behavior…
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Major Cyber Attacks limits access to multiple Domains
There was one heck of a major attack going on today, have been buried at work but just came across that quite a few sites went down...wow. Looks like Dyn…
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i CANT figure out powershell assignment
This is a paper with i cant figure how to do in adv server win class. the top part i did through GUI, the rest i cant figure out, please help
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Master's or CISSP?
Trying to decide what to do here. I have a B.S. in IT and was thinking about the CISSP next. But now wondering if a Masters first would be the better route? I'm not real familiar with WGU but apparently it is fairly well accepted in the IT realm? I had looked into the IA program at PSU, partially because of the pedigree…
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Creating NGN Network
Ok I have an assignment to create NGN (Next generation Network) end to end network design. So far I was able to create this : Access Layer (top diagram) , Layer Overview Diagram (bottom) Distribution Layer What I am doing is that: for inner suburb - I am using Fiber to the node and Fiber to the premises to outer suburb and…
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Any good VPN books out there?
I was wondering if there are any good VPN books out there. I checked Amazon but some of them seem to be out dated or way over priced. Trying to find something in the middle...
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What version of Windows to run on MacOS
I'm installing GNS3 on my Mac OS 10.12 (Sierra) to prepare for the CCNA and I apparently need Windows to install VMWare Fusion for it. Can anyone recommend a version of Windows 10,8,7 whatever? Thx
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ERP System
Has anyone on this forum worked in a company that has an ERP system. If so is there specific Training, certification or diploma course that I can get for ERP related software. Please let me Know Thanks!
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How do I become a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) ?
Greetings all, I've read forum and searched Google, but most of the information I can find is now quite dated. Anyone know of a good forum or recipe for starting up a WISP ? I'm in the Northwoods of Wisconsin 20 miles east of Hayward rather near to the old Navy ELF installation in Clam Lake. We're in a dead zone for…
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Pointless degree in computer networking
Hello, i was wondering if anyone thinks it would be a good move to drop out of school if you are unable to do anything that the degree is supposed to teach you. I went to a for profit school which was 18 months long for an AAB, which i thought was an AAS, but anyway i didn't learn anything, the instructor sat down and made…
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Supporting Multiple Offices
Hi all. Just wanted to ask the question about supporting multiple offices, from managing user requests, monitoring network, the whole IT support package. I have 7 office locations, mostly very small, I work out the headquarters which is the largest. I just want a solution that I can manage all from a single location.
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Google Fi - Anyone Using It?
Thinking about paying off my phone and jumping to Google Fi (from Verizon) when the Pixel comes out. Anyone using Google Fi? Just looking to get some opinions. Currently paying $111 a month for one phone and can get down to $70 a month (probably less) with Google Fi.
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IT certs for non IT resources
Does it make sense? I realize there are certifications tied to almost every industry, supply chain, procurement, project management, human resource etc..... But as far as grabbing technical certifications for analyst, managers etc who utilize the technologies? Does this make sense or is it a complete waste of time? I'm…
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AWS and VMware
Considering I was doing VMware before I moved into AWS. This is a welcome set of news for me. VMware, Amazon Ink Cloud Deal Despite Rivalry
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Imaging question
What is the fastest way to capture and deploy a Windows image? I work at a charity that refurbishes I.T equipment. For example I have a shelf full of Dell Optiplexs all the same model number, similar internals etc. I have been using tools like Acronis true image but wish to use something a bit more sophisticated any ideas?…
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CompTIA CSA+
Hey guys, So a few months ago I was one of the few selected for the CSA+ Beta and it was an interesting course. I think it's a great intermediate security exam and pretty indepth. I can see it being useful for many people that want a little more depth than the Security + can provide. It reminded me of the C|EH book in…
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Any tips for using LinkedIn to my advantage?
Just wondering how if at all I can use this resource to my advantage when it comes to getting my first IT position. I have built my profile and am looking to network but I don't know anybody the IT field. Is there a potential benefit to having a LinkedIn profile and if so how are you guys using it to market yourselves?
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Yahoo spying on users and the future of US-hosted IT services
I am sure this piece of news passed through your newsfeed: Yahoo spied on its users on behalf of a US gov agency, reading incoming emails in real time. Knowing that Yahoo isn't the only IT service provider based in the US that is spied upon by US gov agencies, how do you think these revelations would impact US-based IT…
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Moving Offices
So I have been asked to move a DC and computers from one office location to another. I have not done this before and so I am a bit out of depth, what steps do I need to take in order to make sure connectivity is working in the new location. Do I need to contact the ISP provider to put a line in, then reconnect the router,…
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Sites to Blog Study progress and notes
Hi All, Can any of you recommend any blog sites you use to upload study notes. I want to create a blog to track my path to CISSP and would like to upload notes after each chapter and possibly videos as well. Any recommendations? Thanks
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Labbing: L2VPN/LSP on Cisco 2500's?
Hi Everyone, I suspect the answer is no. But is it feasible to lab L2VPN / LSP / MPLS on Cisco 2500's or 2600's? Google searches dont give much hope. Thanks!
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"Windows Updates": Disabled, Enabled, or Server Installed
Just out of curiosity, since most of us probably work in tech roles. How do your IT departments manage Windows Updates in the company workstations where you work. Do they just: a) Let leave the "windows updates" enabled on the workstations leaving them to download and install Microsoft updates at will anytime without admin…
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Fake IRS call center raided in India
Information regarding the raid below. Fake IRS job lands 'scam center' workers in jail - MarketWatch
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5 Mind-Blowing Spying Technologies
I found this to be an interesting 10min video; maybe you will also. http://www.corbettreport.com/mp4/spytech.mp4
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Discriminated for not being Canadian Citizen
I've just applied for an IT Security position in a X Company in Toronto and today I received a call that I don't qualify because the position requires a Canadian Citizen, I'm a permanent resident. What to do in that case? I know is suitable but also I didn't record the conversation. Please let me know. Thanks!
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VoIP Monitor
Anyone here know where I can find some good training material for VoIP Monitor? We just started using it to monitor our VoIP traffic and I only had an overview of it. Would like in depth training on it on how I can I use to drill in deeper into it when troubleshooting voice issues.
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SecureWorld Expo
Has anyone been to a SecureWorld Expo? I was thinking about going to the one in Denver coming up and I wanted an opinion on it. Is it good hands on information? Is it worth it to get the upgraded pass or is the $30 entrance fee good enough? Any other opinions on the conference? My background is networking, but I don't have…
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Action required: Stop the internet takeover now!
Has anyone else seen this? https://youtu.be/-xu5p_nDcrg I'd like to know what people on here think of this.
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working in the banking industry
i received a call about a job (contract) the other day and was submitted for it by a recruiter. yesterday the recruitr called back and said the bank called them and asked if i was still availabl and if i would be interstd in this other position that just came up. it is a direct hire position. anyone have any input on…
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DDoS using IoT
Simply amazing: Record-breaking DDoS reportedly delivered by >145k hacked cameras | Ars Technica