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DBA vs Developer
Hello all, I'm trying to learn a bit more about the differences, pros, and a cons of the DBA vs Developer route. First, let me explain a bit more about my situation. I am currently working as a contractor supporting an application and database built by my boss which is essentially an e-commerce site running on APEX. Right…
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SANS Cybertalent Fair
Don't know if you all saw this, but I thought I'd share, perhaps it could help at least one person. https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/SANS-cybertalent-fair-2#!eventLanding;eventCode=SANS-cybertalent-fair-2
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15 top paying certifications
I saw this today. I haven't heard of a couple of these. 15 Top-Paying Certifications for 2015
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SecurityTube - Has anyone registered for training?
As the title says, has anyone used the SecurityTube training portal? > SecurityTube Training I would like to know what your experience has been with them. Thanks
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are there any lifetime security or networking certs
only one i really found was comptia server
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OSCP - Report Question
For those who completed the OSCP, I had a question. For the report on the lab, do you include documentation for the lab exercises or only report on the machines you compromise in the lab environment? Thanks in advance!
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Experiences with SecureNinja?
https://secureninja.com/training-courses/ceh-ethical-hacking-certification-bootcamp.html Hey guys and girls, any of you have any experience taking classes with Secure Ninja? Particularly for CEH 312-50 Training? If so, how was it? Thanks.
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Specialist, Network+, MTA, MCSA Windows Advice?
Hi everyone, I've been browsing the forums for quite a while now, finally got around to making an account for myself. Im 28, work in warehouse/foodservice and am trying to make a career change into IT. I recently passed my COMPTIA A+ certification and am looking advice for the next certification. Long term, Id like to…
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Test software
Hi, first time poster, used to visit other various Certification forums in the past and stumbled across this one. Looking for some recommendations for test simulator software - specifically for VMware related tests. So far I've seen ******** has the VCP6-DCV bundle (2V0-620 & 2V0-621) for test simuations, are there any…
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Process of getting a SAP certificate
Good day guys, Im from south Africa and would like to get a certificate in sap but don't know how,i have emailed them with no response. Thanks in advance
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any good storage certifications since storage+ is being phased out
i tried looking at snia but cant find any current ones
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Virtual Lab Security Purposed
Not sure if this was the right place to post this thread and if not, apologize ahead of time. This is for anyone who is willing to assist. I have tried my best to find a step by step guide in setting up a virtual lab with which I can learn to use Kali Linux with. I am very interested in trying out Kali in a sandboxed…
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Passed Splunk Certified Knowledge Manager
As the title says I just passed the Splunk Certified Knowledge Manager exam. I have been using Splunk on a daily basis for a year now. Although I had good experience, over the last 60 days I took the three required courses: Using Splunk, Creating Knowledge Objects, and Searching and Reporting. They do a good job with the…
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Cyber Security Course to choose for 6 months training.
Which Security course/training should i opt for in my 6 months training for BE/BTech CSE ? In my present semester, I am developing a security framework on java ee. link:https://github.com/SanjeetSR/Security-Framework/tree/master/SecurityFramework Next i am planning MS in Cyber Security. I want to learn any cyber security…
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Complete Newb - But ultimately want to go into Security career
Hi - just joined the forum so a bit mind-boggled at this stage looking through some of it. Anyway, I ultimately want to go into a Info Security career - i used to be an accountant (not a qualified one tho). I've been looking to move to an IT career for some time now and my current thinking on a study path is to take the…
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Storage +: September 26th
So I just scheduled the Storage + exam for Sept. 26th. Just got done with Chapter 4 in Nigel's book but I'm also reading along side my ICDN2 studies, going for a double threat path. Daring probably but I feel up to the challenge.
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Puppet 203 — System Administration Using Puppet
Hi anyone took Puppet Professional Certification? are there a lot Ruby development questions? How difficult is this exam?
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Red Hat Acquired Ansible
Another good open-source configuration management tool bought out. Here's the link from Red Hat. I think this is a great move for Red Hat.
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Zero to Pentester real quick
So I have a strong background in technology in general, and I have been in the Security realm for a short bit. in 2016 I will be doing some pentesting for my company. I have never done it before personally or professionally. Anyone been in a similar position? Any recommendations on books or certs? Probably use the…
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Exam 70-461 Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Hi Guys Just wanted to know if i complete just the above exam, will i get any certificate? Also is it good for me to get the MCTS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance as i am currently a bi developer thanks in advance
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Exin Anywhere Online Exam - Prince2
Hi All, Has anyone taken the online exam from Exin Anywhere? I am curious to know people's experience of taking the exam mainly PRINCE2 practitioner. Please let me know? Thank you Arun
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Do you get a refund when you cancel an exam with Pearson-Vue?
I have scheduled to write an exam on the Pearson VUE website through Microsoft and then discovered that I already have an appointment on the same day, now I want to cancel the exam I also wanted to rescheduled for a different day but it appears that the only days available are on December. I am worried that if I cancel I…
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Where's the Hacking schools?
I find it kinda funny there are all these formal security training courses to secure networks, but no "official" hacking training schools for the opposition. Sometimes I makes me wonder if truly intelligent people become hackers and the "less bright" become security professionals. :)
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Career Advice Needed
Hello I am currently in my early 20's and graduated with my bachelors in IT back in June. I have worked my butt off and am now working as a systems engineer at a pretty know company down in florida. In my position I have pretty great opportunities to work with VMware ESXi, touch on networking, storage, and windows servers.…
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And this is why companies fail....
A job posting I came across gave me a good laugh. Some details: "Entry-level systems administrator" for someone with "basic skills" "1-2 years experience" with Windows/Linux systems administration Technical certifications such as CISSP are a plus Performing security, performance, and availability assessments Anybody else…
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Are the apple associate and vca associate exams open book (online exams)
Just wondering how hard to study
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Motherboard component level repairs/ typing certifications?
Hey everybody. I have two questions. First one is, are there any certifications/books on motherboard component level repair, where you learn repairs to the point of being able to solder bios and other chips to repair motherboards? I know somebody who does that and that caught my interest as I'd like to learn more about…
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PLC refresher
Anyone know of any decent, possibly Rockwell-related, PLC training materials available? I may have an opportunity to get a position that needs some PLC skills and I've been away from a controls environment for awhile. You don't use it, you lose it, as they say. I can afford to pay some for the materials, but not anything…
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Passed the CASP! 10/26/15
Man, that exam was no joke. Once I hit the last arrow button it said "Congrats you Passed" I thought it had said "Congrats you finished the exam" I thought I was dreaming, I still can't believe I passed. The simulations were killer. I read through the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner CAS-002 Cert guide (kindle…
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Hit a Certification Platue.
So I hit a plateau where I'm comfortable in my career with my current certs. I'm not really interested in pursuing the CCIE and may just stick with security for awhile. I want to just hone my skills with VPN technologies and tinker with firewalls. I have a plan to renew my CCNP in 2 years with the SIMOS security exam just…
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MCSA, CCNA, Linux+ Which One First?
Hi Everyone, Out of a job in two days after 12 years of service, spent last 8 years as application system admin. I have no certs just on the job training. Which cert should I go for? MCSA CCNA Linux+ ? Have supported: WebSphere/windows/AIX and highly customized applications for the health Sector. ideally would like to move…
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What Certifications Will Be the Best for Working in a Data Center ?
Hello everyone, I started working as a data center support engineer (L1 support). The company I work for, provides collocation, basic/advanced monitoring and managed services to enterprise networks. I basically monitor and troubleshoot minor problems in the nodes, or escalate them to the higher level support engineers. I…
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Passed CompTIA Storage +
W00t passed the CompTIA Storage + exam. I got a 732/900. Passing was 720. Boy was that a hard exam, had to really think and use process of eliminatation. Now to redirect my full focus toward ICDN2 which I just finished OSPF and EIGRP in Odom's OCG book or roughly 250 pages left in the book.... Glad this exam is over with…
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Path to follow after lpic-1 and puppet professional
Hello guys, This is my first post in this great forum where i found a lot of information, i would like to ask you some advice about my path. I have got the LPIC-1/Linux+ and today i passed the exam for Puppet Professional Certification, i am not working in IT yet and i am going to start looking for a job in the next days.…
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Not sure where to begin getting a "Real" cert
I've got about five years doing IT Helpdesk/Deskside roles. My current role title is Network Support but I don't really touch the network switches and routers. I'd like to build up some certs so that I can consider leaving my current position. Do you all have any idea where to begin I have some basic MTAs and I have an…
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RHCSA GUI or not GUI
Hi, all! How to install GUI in RHEL7 or it is already installed? First time. Im newbie, dont throw tomatos at me plz.
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are there any online certfications that hold weight in the job world
money is not a issue right now. (student grant)
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Crest CPSA (Security Analyst)
I've been looking at Crest's cert for security analysts: http://www.crest-approved.org/wp-content/uploads/Technical_Syllabus-CREST_Practitioner-v1-1.pdf It looks incredible. For the life of me, I cannot find out exactly how to do it. There doesn't seem to be any books to study from. They give the cost of the examination,…
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Passed PMP without ITTO memorization
Last week; appeared in PMP exams. Took a mandatory training (face-to-face) with local training provider and got some overview of PMP requirements, terminology, structure of exams and introduction to PMBOK. But in itself training was not sufficient to pass the exam. In training, calculating floats, critical path, EVM etc.…
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eLearnSecurity All Access Pass $3999 - Worth it?!
So after the great reviews on here, I decided to check out eLearnSecurity and got the PTS v2 w/ Hera lab just to check out the material; I also got the Coliseum 360 course. I have to say I'm pretty impressed but that's because I haven't taken a class over at Offensive Security or any other organization that is NICE…
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Did I get good career advice?
I am in the midst of a career change and have no IT experience but am looking to begin a career in networking. I hope to overcome my lack of experience by volunteering. I just got my A+ and Nework+ certifications. I was planning on attempting the CCNA next, but in talking to a career counselor, he suggested that I should…
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Funnest way to learn Linux?
Hi guys, With my new job, I'll need to know Linux. I don't need to be a professional, but I need to know enough. We have Configuration Management software (Puppet) that I'll be working on. Though, it seems super boring to me. I need a fun, solid way to learn it. Can anyone recommend anything?
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Save 15% on any LPI certification exam
Code: Certmag15
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Basic questions about CISA, CGEIT, CIA, CISSP, SSCP
Hi, which from following certificates CISA, CGEIT, CIA, CISSP, SSCP can I do most easy (with my OSCP experience)? is any of this possible to do on-line? Thanks for advice!
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Where to Next?
All, I need a little bit of guidance and have put a month or so of thought into this but can not decide. I currently work as a Continuous Monitoring / Information Assurance /Security Engineer for the Federal government and will stay similar to that role for the next few years. I've taken the following…
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LFS201 course?
Have any of you members here enrolled in the LFS201 from Linux Foundation? What is your opinion on the course? :
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Change management specialist exam?
Hi, I am after some help.. I have just passed my ITIL foundation and am looking to do my next certification. I have come across this exam - Change Management | IT service management | Certifications | BCS Certifications, however I am struggling to find reading material to help me through the exam (I have not booked yet…
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i need advice
what do you think about that .. learning ic3 before a+ certification or i go immediately to a+ !!! i need a good book(title) of ic3 if you said learn ic3 firstly+ (a+ book)
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Certificates without work experience???
Hi guys, I noticed that most prestigious IT Certifications require work experience. So, as a student, is there any good certificates I can get now before having a work experience?
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What did you memorize for the exam?
What did you brain **** when you started your exam? I know I will write down the formulas, but what else?
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eWPTX
Someone have eWPTX (eLearnSecurity Web application Penetration Tester eXtreme)? Exam is hard?
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The Linux Foundation: Free Linux Sysadmin Tutorials
http://go.linuxfoundation.org/sysadmin-tutorial-series Whether you're looking to prep for the Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) exam or just looking for some bite-sized ebook tutorials to help you get more familiar with Linux, this free tutorial series is for you. We'll walk you through each topic…
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ISACA's New CSX (Cyber Security Nexus) Certifications and Roadmap
I'd heard about this, but the official website is up. The CSX certifications are technical, hands-on. Here is a link to an interesting cyber-security roadmap showing different career paths and CSX and other security certifications (scroll down for the full roadmap):* https://cybersecurity.isaca.org/csx-careers
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Need some advice starting in IT
I am currently studying for the CSX( cybersecurity fundamentals exam) by Isaca. I am currently studying unrelated fields in college. Definitely think the skills I learn in the fields I am studying will help in security. So I am self teaching myself everything. I've picked up a few networking books and the CSX study guide.…
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Should I renew my CCNA?
So with all these BS re-certification timelines it’s made me put focus on what certs I really want to keep and I’m trying to find a good reason to keep re-certifying on my CCNA. I’ve had it since 2009 and have barely used it. In my current position I’m the primary VMWare guy and I also work with SAN and DR, which is…
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CISSP or GCIH?
Hello all, I wanted to know your thoughts on what to get next? I just passed my GSEC last week and my employer is giving me 1 SANS OnDemand (online) a year. Some background about me and my career: I have only been in the Info Sec industry since January of this year. Before that, I was working at my current company's help…
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eLearnSecurity Web Defense Professional (eWDP)
Someone have eLearnSecurity Web Defense Professional (eWDP) https://www.elearnsecurity.com/certification/ewdp/ ? Any opinions :) ?
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RHCSA Redhat Enterprise Linux 7
Hello to everyone it's the first time that i am posting here. I have done a lot research about RHCSA exam but i can't find something mutual. Are there any theoretical questions before the hands on exam? How many questions does this exam have? Also i would like to ask. I will find a pc with already redhat on it or I must…
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Cybrary IT App for Android
By now you all know the Cybrary IT Library, I just received word they now have an app for android if you didn't know already. Here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cybrary.app
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Certification buildup on no real world experience
How much weight do these certs really hold for an individual with no actual experience in the field? I have 9 certifications planned out for myself and I'm about halfway through the 3rd one. Was planning on chilling out on my certifications after I get my Security+, I don't know, it can't be a good thing to have so many…
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Infinidox Certifications
Hello to everyone, Does anyone knows what happened to Infinidox.com and their certifications? Were they worth for someone to get them, since a someone told me that they were fairly cheap, about 300-400 USD for all of them, which would be nice as CPE. Thanks in advance.
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Can anyone recommend a good book or any study materials for the CASP CAS-002?
I've put my CEH studies on hold, going to take the v9 instead of v8. So I have decided to study for the CASP in the meantime. Can anyone suggest some good books or study material for this exam? Thanks!
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Udemy.com. Anyone use them? PMP CAPM and many others
I found an article on effective PMP online training options and a new site I have never heard of was mentioned. Udemy.com. The site looks interesting and reasonable prices depending on what studies you are looking for. Three effective PMP exam training options - TechRepublic anyone use them? ratings and opinions?
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Microsoft Certifications in the mail
How long does it take from ordering to get to your house? CompTIA takes a couple of weeks. Is Microsoft the same way?
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Job changing certification path
So about month ago I started a new job, in my initial interview me and my boss talked about my Cisco experience which I've gained from my Air National Guard career. In my civilian career I've pretty much been a SA/DBA working with Linux and Oracle. So in my mind I thought 'wow this will be great opportunity to merge my…
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CCSK vs. CCSP
Hi guys, Has anyone taken CCSK recently? What were your experiences and how did you prepare besides going through the NIST and CSA documents? Were there any vendor/platform-specific questions? Did anyone already do CCSP? How is that - same material, or something more?
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Did you let CompTIA certs expire?
Did anyone else here decide to just let their CompTIA certs expire? I have the A+, Network+ and Security+ and they expire in 10 days. I decided to just let them expire. I feel that they have taken me as far as they can and now its time to move up to better certs like CCNA, MCSA or VM Ware. I feel that I can keep them on my…
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Has Anyone Taken Pearson Vue online protected exams?
Hey guys, I can't find any Pearson Vue test centers with weekend test dates in my location. Has anyone taken online proctored Microsoft exams through Pearson Vue? If you took the exams via online proctor......what did you think? I saw the requirements are a mic and a video camera.
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Linux Academy Update
Just got an email from Linux Academy regarding pricing: "New Pricing The Linux Academy pricing of $25/month for unlimited access is going away. However, if you signup between now and midnight Monday, you'll be able to receive the $25/month special pricing and automatically be grandfathered in. This means the pricing will…
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Starting from the ground floor, trying to get on my feet
So, i'm homeless, trying this from a cheap mini laptop in a chicago public library, doing my best to move forward with real employment while i'm whittling my time away at a min wage deli job. Outside of all of that tho, i have almost no real computer experience except growing up with one constantly attached to my hands.…
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A newbie questions
First of all, my question are about courses, not really about certificates. The thing is im doing a degree in order to be able to enter university and study IT, im looking forward security and pentesting. I lack basic knowledge about IT, the level of the degree is ridiculously low and Im getting frustated about how slow Im…
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Free OpenStack Course from Red Hat
Promotional for Red Hat's new video training, allowing 30 days of free access to their OpenStack videos: Red Hat OpenStack Technical Overview (CL010) | Red Hat
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TestOut Security Pro?
Anyone tried this: Security Pro I used TestOut / Labsim for my CCNA training via WGU, and I thought it was really good. Student price for Security Pro is $495, which isn't terrible.
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Getcertifed4less/WGU/Certiport
Was looking to get a MTA voucher from Getcertified4less. Since they offer Certiport vouchers how would that work as a WGU student?
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IT Support Technician Diploma with CompTIA
On the Pitman-Training website they offer a course called "IT Support Technician Diploma with CompTIA". Is this a proper qualification or just A+ training with a few extra subjects thrown in? If the latter, is it worth it or could you recommend any other online training courses for an IT support qualification? Thank you.
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Has anyone done Google Apps Administrator
Has anyone done Google Apps Administrator? Preferably the new one, but the old one is basically the same, just updated from what I can tell. If you have, do you have any feedback on it? Was it difficult? Was it a big knowledge gap for a heavy Google user? What is the testing experience like (Do they have a proctor? Do you…
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PMP exam changing. - Jan 12th
On pmi.org certifications is a notice that last day to take current exam is Jan 11th, 2016. Did not see any details. I don't know if this affects other exams such as CAPM.
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PMP Application process
Hello, First time poster. I would like help understanding how the application process works. I cannot seem to find a concise thread explaining the process. I know the requirements (35 hours PDU etc...) for applying for the exam but here is where i need help. I have read that many were audited when they applied and paid for…
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Unusual Pass to share - NFA
I took a certification course and test last week that my employer sent me to. It was one of the best training/certification experiences of my career so I thought I would share it with everyone. First, the training center itself. This place was awesome. Great computer systems (Large Monitors, i5's, 16gb RAM loaded with…
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NEED help wasting money!
Alright guys... I just got my CCNA certification. I have 1 years experience installing routers/switches loading configurations and basic troubleshooting with NOCs and Cisco Engineers. I also have experience replacing hardware components for servers, dekstops, and know how to terminate cat5e and cat6 cable. I really want to…
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Failed the LCFS
It's about time I took the test after purchasing the voucher for only $50 nearly a year ago. I just took the exam, and I must say I'm not pleased with the exam experience. Yes, the exam is difficult, but the delivery format is atrocious. I spent the first 30 minutes, retyping the commands I previously typed, because it…
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RHCSA with RHEL6 Or RHEL7
Hi there, I plan to study for the RHCSA exam and need some good advise. My Question: " Since Red Hat is phasing out the RHCSA exam with RHEL6 soon, would it be advisable to study RHEL6 or start off with RHEL7 ?" I know for a fact that some folks out there in the IT industry has already started using RHEL7 in production. I…
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CCBA CBAP certification?
Have any of you members here taken the CBAP or CCBA certification? There was a position offered to me recently had the either of these down as a requirement. Any opinions?
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CISA - Computer Forensics
Is it worth getting the CISA if you are looking into computer forensics?
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Not sure where to proceed for IT
Hello everyone! I got my Bachelor's in CIS a few months ago and started courses for my masters in information security. I consider myself a newbie, simply because I'm in my internship and this is my first IT related job. My internship will be ending next year, but because of finances, I'm starting to look for a more…
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Where to next?
So I'm coming up towards my final few weeks catching up for my CCENT/CCNA: R&S (Taking both (ideally) during a study week; October 12-20th). (Just got the necessary government issue license) Since I'm nearing the wonderful exam period I was wondering what would you guys recommend I go after next? If anything (Assuming I…
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eLearnSecurity Network Defense Professional (eNDP)
Someone have eLearnSecurity Network Defense Professional (eNDP) https://www.elearnsecurity.com/certification/endp/ ? Any opinions :) ?
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CCENT or NET+ no work experience?
Let me start off and say that I have 0 hands on networking experience. With that out of the way, I have studied for the N+ and was about to register when I saw the price...dang. I am wondering, should I study more and take the cheaper but harder CCENT exam? I feel confident about passing the N+. I am trying to get an entry…
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ACSP 10.10 questions and preparation
I just want to tell you that I pass this certificate with 90%. Some companies most of them Apple resellers or Apple need people with this certificate. IF you want to know more download iLearn: Advance ACSP on your iPhone/iPad it will help you get in to the questions and know what kind of questions are on the exam. Most of…
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RHCSA Booked
I've been studying off and on for this exam for quite some time, but finally scheduled it for August 10. I've gone through all the exam objectives and am able to do just about everything without having to look at my notes. I'm going back over a couple items: like LDAP and SELinux, then I should be good to go.
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Good study habits?
Hi everyone, So let me start off by saying this. I pretty much SUCK at having god study habits. I can't read something once and just remember it. With getting certs, I feel like you need good study habits. I've been watching videos on the courses and doing labs. Is there any good study habits that you guys use? Maybe some…
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Need help trying to figure out a cert path
I am trying to figure out a good cert path for the two jobs below. I am not sure where to start with either. I have about 6 years IT experience and have all the MTA's and Comptia Strata. Non Profitit Desktop Support 1) Manage all third party IT (onsite and two offsite locations.) contractors and the associated budgets.…
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Global Knowledge's 18 Certifications Worth Having?
Got this in a generic marketing email, thought I'd pass it along 18 Certifications Worth Having - IT Certifications and Business Certifications from Global Knowledge New ones I didn't recognize and have never heard anything about are: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) GRC Professional (GRCP) Any thoughts…
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Taking CEH on Thursday. Any last minute tips on the exam?
As the title says, I'm taking my exam this week. I'm about 80% ready IMO. I've done a ton of studying and test prep. I even created a giant stack of flash cards with Flashcard Hero. But I think I read someone that I need to be able to convert Hex to Binary, Binary to Decimal, or Hex to Decimal. Can anyone confirm? This was…
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Comptia A+ Net+ Sec+ bundle online course worth it?
Hello, [I'm not a native speaker, so bear with me] I want to take and succeed in the above certifications, while actually learning and understanding the contents aswell. So looked and found a course offer (Groupon) for 79$ these two companies offering that bundle, with e-careers offering an even larger bundle with more…
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CIW Certifications
I've been doing a search and I see that a lot of you guys don't like the CIW certifications. My question is the self study kits by CIW enough to pass the class? I'm having to start dabbling in HTML and CSS for my employer and I'm thinking the test would be a nice way to know how much I know from studying HTML and CSS (it…
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Another wgu transcript evaluation question.
If wgu overlooked my project plus cert and I rebuttal my evaluation because of this, does the whole transcript still get reevaluated? I ask because there are some non standard transfers that I'm 100% sure are a noob mistake and I would much rather retake my comptia exam than the one I got credit for. Will I even need to…
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NCSA NS0-145 exam
Hi, I am going to take the test next month and i was wondering if any body can give me a couple of advice about the right way to study for it? Regards, Michel vaillancourt
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Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)
I tried to get a Network Tech job at a school district but got blind sided by the amount of Mac based systems that they work with. I have all Windows based experience and have my A+/Network+ certs but the Mac part really killed my qualification. I would like to be able to combat that requirement the next time an open job…