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PowerShell v.3 Crash Course
Windows PowerShell Crash Course | TechEd North America 2012 | Channel 9 YES! From the Month of Lunches author, et al...
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On Boarding Process
All, My team will be taking over responsbilities for a $million+ dollar applicaiton stack from another department. Just wondering if anyone had been in the place before? Did you have a check list? Any ITIL templates? Anythig you followed? I feel like we're shooting from the hip and missing a lot of stuff.
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W7 machines all run 5 minutes fast when added to domain
We are slowly (and I mean S L O W L Y) rolling out W7 machines in the main office. Once they are added to the domain (Server 2003) they all run 5 minutes fast on the Windows time. You reset it locally, and by the end of the day it will be back to 5 minutes fast. The time on the domain is correct, the XP machines remain…
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Question Need some Help about it
Hey I have a question plz somebody help me to solve it Assume that three I/O devices are connected to a16-bit, 100 MIPS CPU. The first device is a hard drive with a maximum transferrate of 2MB/sec. It has a half word (16-bit) bus. The second device is a floppydrive with a transfer rate of 10KB/sec over 8-bit bus, and the…
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Cisco ASA SSM-10 help
Is there anybody who can give me some help. I have a Cisco ASA 5510 with the SSM-10 card with no password for the card. I am having troubles with the recovery procedures. greatly appreciated!
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im a network noob and in need for help!! lol
hi everyone i need some help i have server 2003 running in vmware on my mack book pro i have set up a dc and i want to plug my other laptop in to my macbook via ethernet cable so i can do stuff in ad i just wondered can this work? many thanks for your advice :)
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anyone used this product before ?
Hello guys, Does anyone has an experiment with TP-LINK TL-SG3424 ? TL-SG3424 - Welcome to TP-LINK This product is not my decision here but it looks like i have to go with this. I wonder what are your experiments with that ... lol, i think i will have the first experiment on that device, wait for my comments then ^^
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Server for virtualization?
Hi all, I'm wondering what kind of setup you guys have for virtualization (i.e home labs, not enterprise). I would like to setup a home server including SVR 2k8 R2, multiple servers serving roles(DNS, DHCP, WSUS, ect), domain clients (Windows 7, maybe vista). Eventually I will redesign so I can try Hyper-V, then a later…
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Creating/Editing Digital Signature
I just recently joined and this should be my 3rd post. I cannot find how to create or edit my signature. When I click on User CP (the "gear") and look at my settings, I can't discern any location where I can create or edit my signature. I've attached a screenshot. Can someone please help me?!? I've did some searches and…
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Remotely control a computer over the internet
My father lives hundreds of miles away and needs some basic issues on his PC fixed that would be easier for me to do myself if I were sitting there at it, but that's not possible at this time. Is there some free or built in program that allows me to remotely access and control his computer (with acceptance on his end of…
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RAdius server for login authentication
I wonder how many of you uses radius server for login authentication for your network equipments in example switches, routers etc IF you use it, would you feel its insecure? as it just encrypt the password and not the user name? and it does not encrypt all the packet like with tacacs+? I know many of you i guess uses TACAC…
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Happy Fathers Day
Have a great one today!
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Online/Simulated Router Gui's
I was wondering if there was like any kind of resource or maybe application that has some of the most popular residential router functional(as in navigational) gui's. The reason I ask is because it's a lot easier to troubleshoot or help a friend or family member if I know what they're looking at and how it's laid out…
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Home Network
Hi guys, As i dont get to configure many switches, routers etc in real life i was thinking about setting up my own little lab at home but to act as fully working lan network with internet connection. Id say it will be costly but i would ideally like to stick with cisco products. I dont wnat to be spending hundreds though.…
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Datacenter Design
Any good books you would recommend for high availabilty data center design?
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Spent my week at UWEC. You want to know why tuition is so high?
I spent my week working with an AV crew at UWEC (University of Wisconsin Eau Claire). They are building a new student center there. The amount of money wasted in that building is mind blowing. There is 2 IDF's on each floor, 3 floors for a total of 6 rooms. Each room has anywhere from 300 to 500+ drops, upwards of 25,000…
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Resume Question
If you have been working for a company and they promote you from say help desk to system engineer how would you reflect that in your resume?
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Techexams Android App
Has anyone thought of this??? It would be pretty awesome to have an app on my phone for this amazing site, right? :D
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IT Desktop Support to be Wiped Out!
IT Desktop Support To Be Wiped Out Thanks To Cloud Computing Hopes there's room in the museum for dinosaurs like me ;)
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tracking hosts on the network
I asked this in the check point section but was hoping for some more ideas. Currently due to security restrictions where i work we keep all host on static ip's (using MAc address resevation in DHCP), this is beccasue we have to be able to keep a history of what ddevice sent data out one of our wan links to a third party.…
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Re: Forum, word duplication at line break ?
That is an odd one, just noticed with one of my posts http://www.techexams.net/forums/virtualization/78572-2-boxes-vs-1-a-2.html#post646099 With browser minimized Here maximized, notice the double 'with with' - one before and one after the line break ? Just before the hyperlink regarding the iSCSI target. Wonder if that is…
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WDS questions
Hi guys! I'm trying to make a mobile deployment server using WDS on a laptop. I have a perfectly good working dep server in house, but need the mobile. That being said, is there a "correct" or "proper" way to migrate the image and associated files over to the new server? I tried just copying the files over and making…
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Internet Explorer tax
Love it lol BBC News - World's first 'tax' on Microsoft's Internet Explorer 7
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Flame: design required world-class cryptanalysis
Some of you guys suggested Flame was nothing special a few weeks ago. I disagreed but kept relatively silent. Here is an indication of why Flame is such a big deal: CWI cryptanalyst discovers new cryptographic attack variant in Flame spy malware | CWI Amsterdam | Research in mathematics and computer science This is not…
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issue with owa
Anyone have a solution for this issue? We have computers in our environment where we use OWA. come of the computers will not let users download attachments from their owa accounts. Because it only happens to some computers, we dont think its a network issue, possibly a local policy or configuration issue. I did a search,…
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Anybody familiar with Adobe Flash Objects within Adobe reader?
These are dynamic reports that utilize flash to launch in reader to display the reports. I'm getting a 3d parsing error when I launch the file. I'm going to see if she can send me the file and try to open up on my machine to make sure flash isn't corrupt. She is able to open standard Adobe files without the flash object.…
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iPad/iPhone + iCloud + ActiveSync contacts nightmare
Has anyone seen this ridiculous issue where Exchange contacts get duplicated in an endless loop? Scenario involves big number of contacts and a possible bug in iOS which triggers the duplication. Our CEO's contacts went from 5,000 to 155,000 in a matter of 8 hours. When my colleague called Apple support this is what they…
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Nice discussion aid : iSCSI vs. FC
Seems to be a little bit like the iPhone vs. Samsung discussion or Marmite, but on my hunt for some cold facts I came across this one : http://www.cuttedge.com/files/iscsi_vs_fiberchannel_explain.pdf
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Learning PowerShell
Hello all, What is the best way to learn PowerShell? I feel like I should know some basic knowledge to PowerShell. I've used it very lightly in my past in Exchange 2007/2010 scenarios but have drifted away since then (current company uses Exchange 2003 so its non-existant). Is there a book for learning this or any kind of…
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issue with remote desktop web access
I am trying to enlarge the web icons in remote desktop web access page. But it seems like there isn't any options to do so. I have also manually changed the icon by going into the icon folder. But still nothing. Any thoughts?
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Cheap and Cheerful switch needed supporting ..
VLAN tagging / trunk ports and at least 16 ports (layer 2 is fine). Nothing too fancy (so no Cisco 3750G suggestions here lol) .. To give you an idea - at the moment I am using for this setup 2xDS108 from Netgear so you get the idea what I mean with cheap and cheerful :) I know I won't get them for 20 bucks, but I also…
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Deployment Guru wanted :)
Afternoon to you fine people. I am in the process of setting up WDS on 2008 R2 server, I have a few obstacles which I wish to overcome I am not asking for you guys to hold my hand but need a few pointers in the art of deployment :) . Firstly with WDS if I use a standard Vista / 7 image when I sometimes connect a client it…
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Weak in "Storage"
Heard that a few times after interviews but unfortunately I don't know in what area specifically as I am sure I am quite proficient in most areas (or so I believe). I am expert in iSCSI so I probably lack FC exposure (only ever played with the EMC UI). Now I was looking into learning more about it and trying to find out…
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dell ups auto shutdown software
has anyone have any experience with these?
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Do you like Jamba juice or ever did?
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Advice!!!
Hi, My name is Marquise Anderson. I'm 21 years old and I live in Washington D.C. I'm currently in a apprenticeship program receiving my A+,MCTS,and HDI, which they are paying for everything. I believe Im in a postition now to better myself in start on a great career path. Before starting this program I didn't know anything…
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linked-out?
Millions of LinkedIn passwords reportedly leaked online | Security & Privacy - CNET News i think its time to change some passwords edit: confirmed http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57448465-83/linkedin-confirms-passwords-were-compromised/?ttag=fbw
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What back up options are you using for your NAS/SAN?
I had Netapp come by the other day and show me some info on their 3000 series filers. Their snapshot and cloningtech coupled with price would make it so I could have a few trays / heads in something like a Raid 1 config with about 35TB. The problem is, this leaves nothing off site. This got me looking into way to back up…
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Is security really the big thing right now?
Everyone keeps telling me security is the big thing right now and its wise to get into it. Is there any real truth to that?
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Network Card Issue
Ok, so we are having a very strange network card issue. I thought I fixed it, but it has come back again. Basically, the user will login and cannot get an IP address. Now it seems to only happen on Dell 960's. I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling the card, loading a new driver, and even reimaged the machine none of…
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Really weird Remote Desktop Disconnection Issue on XPsp3
Basically this is what happens. Occasionally when our helpdesk folks get off the phone with our desktop users and they termintated the remote session a odd bug occurs. From then on the user that was being assisted can no longer Copy and Paste. As soon as they Press C Unicenter autolaunches. Looking on the application the…
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IP address Managment
HI, I am looking for some advice. In the past I have used VitalQIP (VitalQIP DNS/DHCP IPAM Software & Appliance | Alcatel-Lucent) for IP/dns/dhcp managment. Mostly in very large orginisatons. I was wondering if any one has any other products that I might consider, while QIP is a great product I was wondering if there are…
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How often do you think about leaving IT?
I'm just curious: How often do any of you think about leaving the IT field? It's been on my mind a lot, lately, seeing as the market where I am is pretty bad for entry- to mid-level IT folks at the moment. My problem is that I'm not sure what other jobs my skills might transfer to.. Sometimes I just find the job market and…
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OSI model
Is it me or is anyone else finding it very difficult to remember the OSI model.
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Tired of seeing "Rogue anti-viruses"
I'm in the process of cleaning my umpteenth PC of what malwarebytes calls a rogue antivirus. It's a program that people click on for a free scan of their PC and it latches on and wont let the user do ANYTHING but pay for and activate that antivirus. Can't anyone legally do something about the dirtbags that put these things…
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Finally Done with Degree
I have finally completed my BA. It has taken me around 6 years to accomplish with work and a family but I have done it!! Now I can focus my attention on getting my CCNP. Congrats to anybody else that is graduating this year!
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Verizon ditching phone plans and going to a shared plan
This is going to save me a ton of money moving forward. I was excited to see the new model implemented or soon to be. Any other Verizon customers out there excited to see this?
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Hacker in the Work Place
A Hacker: The Secret Ingredient Your IT Department Lacks | The Intechnically Savvy Blog Would love to see positions like this!
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Going Over You're Bosses Head
My boss has been here for two years and for the most part has been walked on during that time. Having been here six months, it getting harder and harder to watch this continue to happen. Today we found out that we will need to complete 13 user moves to various different locations (in one week). Most are quite literally…
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Cisco/Juniper Monitoring
Anyone recommend some good books and tools for monitoring Cisco and Juniper devices?
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Windows Server 2012
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External HDD - portable or desktop
I was thinking of getting an external HDD with the following requirements: 1. Not bulky or require much space 2. Preferably portable 3. Upgradable 4. 1TB+ storage I looked at a few external desktops with hard drives in them already and just the enclosure + own hard disk ones. It seems like the external HDDs from vendors…
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[Quick Question] How to PM a member here?
i already activated my account through email, but still, i cant find any "Private Message" option? pls reply, after i got my answer, you can close this topic. tnx :)
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Must Have USB Tools?
What are the apps that everybody needs to have on their USB thumb drive? What is your favorites?
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Change Management -- Your experiences good and bad
What are your experiences with change management? The company where I work has a formal change policy and procedure with a change advisory meeting twice weekly. Submit your request for change(RFC), appear at the meeting, explain your change, have it approved or denied, implement or revise your RFC. I believe that this…
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Third party BackUp software for small business
Hi, wondering what commercial backup products you use and/or recommend for small business with a number of workstations (1-5) and one windows server (and on the odd occasion an Exchange server)? Guideline price would be helpful. Any products I have seen have been very costly for the server (Exchange agents in particular).…
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Collecting malware
Does anyone have and advice on the best way to start collecting malware? I'd like to learn a little about malware analysis, but don't really have a good idea on how to collect malware...
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Hosted Solutions - Looking for some opinions
I manage a fairly small data center in the central US. We have roughly 30 servers including vmware, san storage, hp servers, cisco equipment, etc. The companies' owners are looking at future acquisitions as they are becoming more of an equity firm. We're aiming to host our data center in the cloud and moving from PPTP to…
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Blender and Youtube
1. Curious what video-editing/graphic-design tools you guys use? I just started using Blender3D on Ubuntu, and was extremely impressed with it. For all of my editing, I use a combination of Openshot, Kdenlive, Pitivi and Blender. I did some animation work for a new introduction on my security web-series. Very happy with…
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"You're a systems Administrator, you should know this"
Have you had a user that stated this to you? I got asked a question about a website address and what the URL was, I was not sure and I was trying to find it via the (external) companies search program. During my search, the user stated this to me. I was like 0_0 Seriously? I did not state anything but this has been more…
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Need some hints on network disaster recovery idea
So I've been tooling around with network disaster recovery ideas for our remote office. I'm a little lost on how to get routing to work correctly in this idea. Here's a picture of what it should look like and I'll explain how it works. Maybe it's possible on Cisco gear to work the way I want it, maybe it's not. So the T3's…
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Personal Websites/Blogs
Are they a good idea? What do you recommend?
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LinkedIn Was Breached. Now What Do You Do?
Looks like Linked in was hacked. Maybe it's time to change passwords. LinkedIn Was Breached. Now What Do You Do? - NYTimes.com opps I guess someone already posted this, sorry. Thanks for posting!
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Windows 8 Videos on Lynda.com
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Simple? Networking question
I've seen this done, even worked on it. Just don't understand how it is set up. Let say you have 3 sites - A, B, C. All are connected to a DC via MPLS. Each site gets it own subnet so 10.1.A.0/24 B.0, C.0. The only DHCP server is at the DC and all address are handed out via MPLS. So I know the DHCP server will have a scope…
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Udacity - CS101 with Python
Stumbled across this and thought others would enjoy it! Udacity - Free Classes. Awesome Instructors. Inspiring Community.
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Inspirational Videos
When I"m taking a break from studying I'll usually go on youtube and listen to music or look for videos that inspire me. I know there's a lot of members that lost that go getter attitude for their profession over the years and this is some of the ways I keep on pushing ahead along with the money factor. I'll watch videos…
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Delete me
Delete me
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Meet Collusion. announced today onstage at TED U [must read]
Heard about this yesterday from a co-worker of mines and was wondering where any of you aware about this information on the internet Check out this article and video about Collusion. VERY INTERESTING Meet Collusion, announced today onstage at TED U Gary Kovacs: Tracking the trackers - YouTube
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Confused: How to become a DBA? Do a DBA need programming experience?
Confused: How to become a DBA? Do a DBA need programming experience?
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Remediateing security holes
I was wondering how you guys remediate security issues in your organizations. I know of some tools like BigFix that allow for remote remediation, but I was just wondering what else might be in vogue these days.
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CPU wars,
Is it a bit to nerdy to want a deck?? CPU WARS - The Card Game / SHOP
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What an exciting time to get in to IT!
Fist of let me state that I have not yet broken in to the IT field, I passed my 70-680 and have my 70-685 next tuesday, I have also read through a Network+ book and will be ready for that soon...so I'm knocking on wood for my opportunity. Having read the Network+ book however I must say that a lot of new doors were placed…
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Who is at fault?
I have an interesting assignment for my cyber law class as WGU. It brings up a subject that I'd like to get some opinions on. Without disclosing the entire assignment I'll just share the main focus: A bank has been notified of fraudulent transfers. The cause for the fraud is due to keylogers on customer computers, allowing…
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IPv6 Ready
what changes must be implemented if your not ready for IPv6? I ask because i plan on helping troubleshoot others that are not ready. Only thing im aware of is flashing the firmware for the router, but are there more procedures? I think only Windows XP and up OS's will be compatible with IPv6. Do you think the switch will…
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Misc Question about wireless throughput
I have always wondered what the need for 802.11n is at 600Mbit/sec? I am current getting FiOS at my house and with my wired connection, I have gotten as high 3.1MB/sec which is 24Mbit/sec. That's not even close to what 802.11n is capable of. My only guess is to account for the signal weakening the farther away it gets or…
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Which programming language is more powerful for system security?
In today's arena, which programming is more powerful for system/computer security? Is C, C++, C#, or Java? My limited understanding about program created by C & C++ are platform/OSes independent but C# & Java each needs to have their Run-Time Environment installed before their created programs can be run. On different…
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Issue with IE9/Server 2008 (64bit)
We have a program that allows users to search for and then view encrypted PDFs from a ftp site. IE in general does not like passing the user name and password without making a change to the registry. On IE 6-8, we had to add the following: FEATURE_HTTP_USERNAME_PASSWORD_DISABLE and then added the dword IEXPLORE.EXE and set…
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Greetings
Hi guys. First of all, i did have a good browse few the sites threads but didn't anything in regards to introducing myself so i thought id do one myself. Cant believe im only coming across this site now. I think i will settle in nicely here and will become a regular throughout my studies. Just a quick background info on…
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Anyone familiar with installing GNOME?
I've got FreeBSD and I decided to install GNOME using ports. The installation has been prompting for the installation of various things. It's been taking so long that I can't sit here and start the various installations all day. It's going on day three and it's still not yet installed!! How long does it take to build…
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Lab question
Has anyone looked at the raspberry pi? Would it work in a lab/test network? Gotta say it would be tempting based on cost and reducing space requirements. Vms are common but sometimes I like to play with a physical setup. Thanks for any thoughts.
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Anyone work in an organization that leverages shared services?
I've worked with several in the past, usually consolidating HR with IT. Anyone experiencing this and if so what's your thoughts? I understand the concepts of Shared Services and Outsourcing (SSO), but was wondering your thoughts. I was also wondering if you seen any other variations of this business model.
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Office 365 Suite
Does anyone actually have the Office 365 Suite or any component setup at their workplace. Rumor has it that my job will soon be moving to this suite in the near feature. Also, I looked at some of the Jump Start videos and it looks pretty complex for just preparing for it or just having a "hybrid" setup (because the whole…
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Security Developments
There have been a few interesting security developments in the past week or so. It seems a highly sophisticated, modularized malware that is being called Flame (or sKyWIper) has been uncovered. It looks like there has been some confirmation that Stuxnet (and I would suppose by extension Duqu) have been linked back to a…
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Apple Releases iOS Security Guide
https://threatpost.com/en_us/blogs/apple-details-ios-security-features-new-guide-053112 Makes you wonder what's out there that prompted this move.
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OMG PowerShell 3!!!
Have any of you guys played around with the CPT yet? This is flipping awesome! PowerShell 3 takes scripting to new heights | TechRepublic Windows PowerShell Web Access
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Interesting VMDK attack...
Just came across this.. VMDK Has Left the Building — Some Nasty Attacks Against VMware vSphere 5 Based Cloud Infrastructures - Insinuator and the follow up to it... VMDK Has Left the Building Basically if you have an IaaS (infrastructure as a service) public/private "Cloud" provider that allows customers to upload their…
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Windows 8 Release Preview Now Available
If you haven't seen it yet, the Windows 8 Release Preview just came out... by just I mean within like the last 20 minutes. ;) Microsoft Announces Availability of Windows 8 Release Preview Windows 8 Release Preview
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Windows Server 2012 Relase Canidate Is LIVE!!! (links inside)
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What to do after hours at Baltimore MD?
I will only be at baltimore by the end of July for Cisco training. I'm thinking of going out every night as soon as my training is done. I'm wondering what to do at Baltimore (or close to it) MD after hours? Thanks guys!
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Destination Folder Access Denied - Try Again
I have a program running on Server 2008R2 that needed an update file from the software developers. Their instructions were to unzip the file into the same directory as the original, and then all will be well. Logged on as admin, full permissions, and when I go to unzip the file, I get "destination folder access denied" and…
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Pstools issues - urgent
Can some please shed some light on why I cannot stop a particular service running on a physical Windows Server 2003 R2 SP1 box? Here's the situation. I have Data Protector as my backup software (dont use it, run far, far away from it, BTW) and I have pre-exec and post-exec scripts to shutdown some services before I kick…
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What is the most Domains you have seen in a single forest?
Some of the microsoft study material for the MCITP etc shows example companies with 8-10 domains. This got me thinking, I've worked for several large companies over the years and I only recall some of them having more than a single domain. The 2 largest companies I worked for, I only recall a single domain being there…
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Does Adobe CS6 come with Livecycle?
Livecycle is an amazing piece of software for designing forms. It's a complete piece of software from my eyes. I was looking for livecycle on it's own but was wondering if it was with CS6 or Master suite. Any one have an idea. I went out to a few sites but couldn't find any confirmation. I wasn't sure if it was wise to buy…
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Yahoo Leaks its own private key!!!
No matter what you may have written in the http://www.techexams.net/forums/off-topic/76457-what-most-embarrassing-technical-mistake-you-ever-made.html thread, you will likely NEVER reach this level: Yahoo leaks its own private key via new Axis Chrome extension | Naked Security
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The BGP Rap Song
I absolutely could not stop grinning/laughing at this. You Down With BGP? - YouTube A song dedicated, to BGP. ~ Darker
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Cisco certification claims another one.
So My fiance is moving out. I've been ignoring her and putting all my efforts into studying and learning cisco stuffs. I passed my CCNA, but learning the CCNP material has me doing a vicious cycle of "Sleep""Study""Work/Study""Sleep". She's been unhappy at home, because i'm always at work. We discuss/fight about it…
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Just one question about https security (SSL)
SSL is used to secure the web pages between user and the web server. Mostly, used to secure logins and critical personal information. That way, your username and passwords (if that web server offers https service and really reliable) are secured via encryption. Even ISP can not read the content but your location, the web…
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Need Help with scripting please
Hello guys, I have a captive portal Perl script template that I got from my access point. I inserted the terms and condition under "# HTML Page Body (Bottom)". However, right now the "Agree" checkbox doesn't do anything when the I logged in to the captive portal. I can login to the captive portal wether the checkbox is…
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sent emails missing when copying pst file - Outlook 2010
Have a manager here who hosed his computer so bad had to nuke and pave it. I asked him if he had backed up his pst file, and was told oh yes I saved it to the network. After reinstalling everything and upgrading to Windows 7, I re-installed his Office 2010, and imported his pst file. Everything is there with the exception…