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Certifications 2011 (Biggest Demand)
I need some opinions and explanations. What will be the top 5 certifications to have in 2011? I am sure there will be several lists but for an employee point of view. What certifications are the companies looking at for new employees? Thanks
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Intrusion Detection and Analysis Training or Certification
Hi Everyone, I wanted to get some feedback to see if there are any training programs for IDS/Intrusion Analysis (similar to Pen testing and OSCP course). I was looking for options beyond SANS training (if they exist). Thanks!
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Gced?
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Passed GCIA today
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Rhce/rhcsa/rhct (rhel5/rhel6)
Hi all, I am wondering if some people can tell me if the exam is easier/more difficult/... now with RHEL6 than with RHEL5. So people who took both exams, I would like to know your thoughts about it.
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RHCE reuslt ! I can't belive it :(
I'm shocked, I've just recieved my RHCE exam results !! RHCT components score: 66.7%RHCE components score: 93.8%RHCT Certification: NO PASSRHCE Certification: NO PASS I requested a correction for my exam...this is a funny score, but wth !!!!
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Red Exams Booked
So I booked my Red Hat exams today and I have to say I'm not impressed with their registration process. They treat the exam like it's a course which is confusing as hell. On top of which they require that you enter the information for your company and don't even ask about person address or anything....it's strange that…
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Moving: What would be a better route to security/ info assurance
So I'm moving to a different city and I've applied to alot of jobs but my lack of certs and experience; none of the call backs were for help desk. I have two offers: Fiancial company: making 13-15 per hr ( customer service for retirement products); 100% on the phones; they do have tuition reimbursement but I dont know for…
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SANS Training
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Linkedin - win ONE free Cisco Certification Written Exam of your choice.
With money being tight I entered this for even the chance I could win. I encourage others to enter and "like" my post It's under the name cwellhausen. Rules are simple The competition will run from May 9 – May 31, 2011 11:59pm PST. ************************************* How to play? Step 1: Join Learning@Cisco Linkedin…
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Is this prgram worth it?
Ok I've been considering actually going to get some certs under my belt before I start school. There is a local training center in my town called career quest which offers training and certification testing for A+, practical, MCDST etc. The tuition for the 9 month program is 15,000. My pell grant will cover a third of that…
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Next Cert?
Random posting, trying to decide what certs to get next, LOL ... Vmware - VCP410 (VCP) -- I took the install/configure/manage course last summer, specifically so I had the flexibility to get this one sooner or later. This is a one-test cert, so it is kind of a no-brainer to get a cert in one test, versus two. I did a 3.5…
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CIW v5 Foundations (1D0-510) scheduled
Taking it this Sunday at 2pm. Not leaving myself much study time, but after taking two weeks off from WGU to get my MCDST I have to get moving quickly.
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Best strategy for getting an IT job
As someone who is fairly new to IT, I am by no means an authority. Additionally, I still haven't figured out the most effective strategy for getting the best, highest paying IT job. But I did struggle with the same questions I see others asking day after day - is a college degree better for getting an IT job or are…
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Cssa
So do I see that the elearning on sonicwall's site is all I need to go through for the certification? Also it seems like there are multiple tests such as Network Security Essentials and advanced networking. Do I need to do anything other than the e learning and then take the test? I have been told by my employer that this…
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Career Patch after CCNP CCIE or specialize in CCNP Wireless or Security or CCDA?
Hi Guys, I am looking for advice and recommendations on career path. I am currently working on finishing my CCNP. I have my CCNA, CCNA security and CCNA wireless. I’ve been debating about which path to take since there are so many available now. It seems many people now have CCNP and CCIE and was debating on specializing…
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Rhcsa
Does anyone know of anywhere to get good practice labs for rhel 6 in preparation for the RHCSA. Just took a course and feel comfortable intalling configuring, administering and troubleshooting. But I want to practice alot before I take the test. Also does anyone know if redhat offers vouchers?
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CISM without enough experience
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Need alittle advice
Well I am currently in the navy, im supposed but be seperating after this tour. I am really interested in Information Assurance. Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on where I should start? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
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why cant I d/l backtrack 5?
I d/l backtrack 5, then it said I had to d/l winzip 72 or something..after I did that...I tried to double click backtrack 5 again, and then it asks how I want to open it..it has options like mircosoft, IE, adobe, blah blah? How do I get it to work?
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GCFW or GCIA? Or..?
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Need Advice on certs, degree, and BA
I'm currently going to school for a bachelors degree in Network Specialist which I plan to take my CCNA. I'm receiving this summer my certification in Information Security. I've been studying for the A+ examination. I already know how to build Pcs and setup basic networks. With a certification in Information Security,…
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Are these the official study books for the RHCE 6 Exam
Are these the official study books for the RHCE 6 Exams? I'm tempted to get it to save a ton of money rather than paying 4000 for the course OFFICIAL RedHat Training Book RHCE 300 Linux RHEL 5 & 6 | eBay
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2011 Certification
Hi guys, As some may remember, I was an active member here when doing my MCSE 2003 (cheers again for the help!). I've been out of the certification loop for a while now as work is so damn busy, the last thing I want to do when I get home is read books and do anything else with computers. I've got good experience with SBS…
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GCIH passed...
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Is it worth it for a newbie to take the MCITP exam for Windows 7?
The 680 one? I have no experience and am trying to complete an AS degree in systems support/help desk.
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A+ or Microsoft to get more bang for my buck/time
Hello everyone...I have been reading the forums for a while but finally decided to sign up. I just turned 30 and trying to get myself into in actually IT job working with . I pretty much taught myself computers and do some repair/upgrade work for friends and family. i have my Bachelors and no certs. My current and past…
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MCITP or CCNA
I know it comes down to what I want to do, but I'm conflicted. ADD is a cruel mistress. Part of me would be content to be a server admin, or a good network job, that has good benefits. The other part is intrigued by voice and security. I have background in support of both, but my end all is I want to do this for about 5…
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Microsoft exams getting pricier!
While reading up on the new change in Microsoft certs, and them going up in price now, the thing that really irked me was the fact that "The retail price for Microsoft Certification exams in the U.S. and Canada will rise from $125 to $150, but it'll remain unchanged in counties like Ireland, Spain and Greece, whose…
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Passed E20-661 (EMC NAS Specialist)
This was a difficult exam and I'm glad it's over! Next stop - VCP
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Is this a good pathway to become a pentester?
A+...Network+, security+, ccnet, ccna,(maybe ccna-security), CEH Of course gain some experience along the way, but as far as certs go, is this a good path? Thanks everybody
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Learning regulatory compliance
Shifting the topic away from the more common technical side of security, does anyone here have a little / lot of experience dealing with areas like PCI-DSS, HIPPA, SOX, etc.? How difficult is it to pick this stuff up? SANS has a two-day PCI-DSS course, but in practice how involved is the effort to pick up PCI and SOX? I've…
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Need opinions on some 2-day SANS short courses
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Do certifications hold value for you, or the vendor?
I know this may sound off, especially coming from someone who really enjoys working in IT; but I don't really care for certifications. I remember back in 1998 I had to study to take my Microsoft exams for the MCSE, I was just getting into IT then, and it was really exciting. Having an MCSE was almost a free pass into any…
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CCENT or CompTIA Network+ ?
Ok, so I was reviewing the CBT of CCENT and CCNA and I have to admit, they look rather daunting. The question I have is very straight forward: Is the CCENT something I should go after right after the A+ I just got, or should I go for my Net + then come back to the CCENT later. I heard they go hand in hand. If that is…
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GIAC - GISF, GSEC, or GSNA
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CCSE NGX R65 Self Study advice
Hi, I'm intending to study go for CCSE NGX R65. Found it a bit difficult to find learning material for it but I might buy the CBT Nuggets video. When I did my CCSA i just used the study guide and built some virtual firewalls to do the lab exercises. Anyone that has previously done the CCSE, do you recommend any other books…
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Certs in email signature
I wanted to know anyone's opinion on this topic. I had a colleague of mine that inserted his certifications in his email signature, it should look something like: John Doh System Administrator John Doh@company.com 555-555-1212 MCSE, MCITP:EA, Security+ I have been in IT since 1998, and in my opinion I always felt that this…
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This looks interesting
Anyone seen this yet? Amazon.com: Android Forensics: Investigation, Analysis and Mobile Security for Google Android (9781597496513): Andrew Hoog: Books
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CompTIA advanced Security certificate beta date changed
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SAN Engineering
So I am interested in branching out to SAN as it is growing and there is a huge market for it in the area I live in. But I have no idea which path to pursue and what certs to go after that actually have self study material out there. I have read up on SNIA a bit but would like some folks here to advise me. Thanks again. :)
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What's a more creative career being an Exchange Admin or an CCNP?
Hi all, I am new to the forums and I need some advice about what I should do next in career. I've been doing general IT work for about last 10 years. Most doing a combo of help desk and server admin. I sick of being a generalist and I want to be something more specific. At my current position I mostly just answer help desk…
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Get certified as a CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) — for free!
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TechnologyCerts.com--anyone use them?
I got hit up on Linkedin to join this cert group. I did proper due diligence and saw this company was not only safe but keeps coming up on the top 20 safe searches on certguard.com. I will be going for my MCITP:EA very soon (have no choice now...lol). In addition to LabSim, I might want at least one more video to use for…
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Updating your skills
Hi All, I wonder how many certifications/new skills do aim for every year? Since I started in IT (3 years ago), I have managed to do 3-5 exams/certs per annum. It seems that with all the experience I gained over this time, new certs/skills are coming much easier then in the past. I am thinking to slow down a bit - I'm…
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Jncia
Hi All, i need to complete JVCIA (Juniper).So could anyone please help me to reach this.anyone have CBT nuggets of JNCIA ???????. if you have please give me the URL thnks AITs
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Nike Air Max 95 Nike Air Max 95
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Is it worth to get MCSE:2003 in 2011?
Trying to advance my career, but worth it?
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Can any CCNA or above look at this powerpoint.
It's a College(cisco networking academy) powerpoint slapped together by instructors. Seems like a lot of misinformation. Download ccna1_chapter_7 ppt, fast and secure downloading from easy-share.com (sorry about the timer, link is at bottom) Namely check the part where they say that CSMA/CD can transmit at any time freely.…
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Polling for advice.. CCNA or EA
I've found multitudes of threads and blog posts that give me glimpses of answers to my questions. I figure if I pose my questions in a more direct manner - it will make sense to figure out if the CCNA is right for me right now or to continue toward my EA. Thank you in advance for any advice. The resume thread I made…
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New to IT Security
Hi, I am new to IT security and was wondering if anyone could give me a break down of the different IT security areas I could work in? Thanks!
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Maintenance schedules for busniness
Any tech guys out there that have experience in developing/implementing maintenance schedules for computers in a businiess small, medium, or large? I'm learning about maintenance in one of my classes and have to write a paper detailing what I would do in these situations. I'm not looking to copy and paste any of your…
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GIAC's website has finally been updated
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Using RHCE study guides for RHCSA
How much am I going to overlook from the RHCSA objectives if I'm using all the suggested RHCE study materials? Ultimately I will be getting my RHCE, but it appears as if they have mandated that RHCSA become a prerequisite for the RHCE cert. Is a roughly 2 month time frame reasonable to achieve both certs for someone that…
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Finally a CCA. Xenapp on 2008 server (1y0-A05)
Passed just now with 75%, was my second attempt as the exam the first time wasn't at all what I was expecting! Studied with a test lab I built at work, Did the XenApp course and used the Citrixxperience study guide and online practice exams. Very pleased, LOTS of streaming questions and printing questions in this one. Id…
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BackTrack 4: Assuring Security - NEW Book
BackTrack 4: Assuring Security by Penetration Testing [Paperback] What do you guys think of this Book? it will be released soon in about 2 to 3 weeks. It should help supplement for the OSCP exam right? It is pretty small under 400pgs Amazon.com: BackTrack 4: Assuring Security by Penetration Testing (9781849513944): Shakeel…
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Analyzing Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) log files
Does anyone know of documentation from Microsoft for analyzing the log files that Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) puts out?
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The CXFF
Anyone here know much about this exam? Would this bring any value and if you are not a channel partner and you take this exam, are you still credited with this?
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Whats the best way to learn Backtrack4 and Metasploit?
I know I can google the question but I'm looking for help from TE . Also, who all has a pentest lab at home? I have 3 or 4 hacking books, and Im so confused on to connect everything, what to get, blah blah blah
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Microsoft Exams Price Increase July 1, 2011
Just got an e-mail from Microsoft. Exam prices go up on July 1st. New Prices for Microsoft Certifications Exams For the U.S. the new prices are $150 for the standard tests and $83 for student pricing.
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RHCSA advice needed pls!!!RHCSA advice needed pls!!!RHCSA advice needed pls!!!
Hi guys, I've been a member for some weeks now, but this is my first post on any forum. I pre-ordered Hands-on Guide to the Red Hat(R) Exams: RHCSA™ and RHCE(R) Cert Guide and Lab Manual (Certification Guide) by Damian Tommasino and I also have Michael Jangs rhel 5 book. I was wondering what is the best approach to study…
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How to start a WiMAX ISP?
Hi guys I'm looking for Wireless Guru's and Experts for this question such as yourselves =D Let's start the question by giving you an idea of were I live. I live in WV, in a county that is surrounded by mountains and by that I mean there is barely a road you can drive that is actually straight. This county I live in has no…
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Pre-exam rituals
What are your pre-exam rituals? Mine is loading up on caffeine and energy drinks, with diet coke and sugar free redbull right up until I walk into the test center.
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MacOS Support Essentials Today!
So Thursday my boss asked me if I was "mac certified" I told him I had no MacOS server experience but was comfortable on their desktops. I had done the MacOS desktop training about a year ago. And have their book in my Safari Books account. So I reread the book and I am taking the exam today. I am told it's a breeze by a…
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CBT Nuggets
Hi everyone, I haven't used CBT Nuggets in the past to complete my certifications, but I feel like it might be the way to go this time around to complete my Server MCITP: Server Administrator certification. What is your opinion of CBT Nuggets? Did you find it useful? Was it worth the cost? I appreciate the feedback.
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Who holds the most Cisco certs in the world?
Anyone know?
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CISA and CISM
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I don't really know where to go
Hey all, I'm having a little trouble finding where to start right now. A little background, sorry if it's too long. I'm 20 years old, graduating with my associates in Network Administration in June this year. I didn't really learn anything. Reasons I think why is because our teacher would give us "study guides" that were…
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Sans gcfw
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Building a path
I'm looking for a little advice on a certification path (or a career path) to help me push on from where I am. Currently I work in a 'small' (100 employees) service / repair company in the internal IT team, I've been here for over 5 years. The company is not very supportive when it comes to improving my skills and offers…
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To hang or not to hang
So I know there has been much discussion as to whether you should post your certs at your office. I've always felt that if you earned them, why not? Well today the guy two cubes behind me decided it would be a good idea to post his. So now, the entire back of his cube he has pinned his MCP, MCDST, and MCSA. Everytime I…
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I want to learn Linux?
what book or resource would you recommend to learn linux? I have no experience with linux what so ever.
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Online PMP Resources
I noticed that there is no dedicated forum for the PMP here. Is anyone aware of a community that is out there for the PMP? I am wrapping up my CCSP within the next month and I plan on tackling the PMP next. I already have the latest PMBOK and the PM PrepCast, and I did study for this exam a couple of years ago, but I…
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Online PMP Resources
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SANS Self-Study
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CISM book purchase
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Micro$$oft Exam Price - Increase
Ok Microsoft have made an announcement that effective from July 1st the Price for the Exam is to increase from 125 to 150 a pop more details here and on their born to learn website So? about that price increase - Born to Learn - Born To Learn - Born to Learn
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How to get into the security field?
I have a networking background, nothing heavy duty, but some decent expeience, but it doesn't float my boat. What I'd really like to do is get into security. My question is, would the Security+ open any doors for me? I'm self studying for my CCNA, as I have no certs, but some exp with configuring 2500 routers, and figured…
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Structured Cabling certifications?
Does anyone know of any structured cabling certifications that you can study for and take at a proctor center like most IT certifications? I started studying for my Network+/and or CCNA in hopes of making myself more attractive to firms that do the physical installation and maintenance of data networks, audio video…
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Hard Bound Certification Books
How do you keep your hard bound books open when you are, for example, reading and labbing on your PC at the same time?
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CCNA or JNCIA?
Hello Guys, I have prepared half course of CCNA i.e CCENT, now it came to my knowledge that the demand for Juniper Certifications is more these days.... Seeking a professional advice about both certifications i.e which will be better as I am newbie in Networking.... Regards!
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Verizon Data Breach Annual Report is now up
http://docs.ismgcorp.com/files/external/2011_Verizon_Data_Breach_Investigations_Report_Final.pdf Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report for 2011 is online. A really good read.
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Liberal Arts Degree - But thinking about certs?
Okay, This is going to sound like kind've a strange story. When I was in high school I went to a vocational technical center as a dual enrolled student to study A+ Hardware and Cisco networking. I didn't continue with it, but used the information I learned to build several computers over the years and secure networks for…
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Certs and higher salaries
Which path makes more? The Cisco certifications or the security based certs these days. Although I know that the MS certs and CompTIA certs are good foundation certs, just wondering how people are doing out there salary wise?
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New MCP Transcript
As some of you may know, Microsoft have today updated the layout of the MCP transcript. Unfortunately, I feel the new transcript layout looks rather ugly if printed to A4/letter. Anyone else had a chance to log in and have a look?
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Making semester schedule to prepare for exams.
Hello, I've been considering acquiring IT certifications for an entry level IT job. I understand that there are all ready many threads about which certifications to get in this situation(and I have skimmed through many of them), however I think my situation is a bit different and therefor warrants a new thread. Like the…
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Going for SEC504 (and GCIH)
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Ccee
Anyone working on the CCEE? I was a little irritated with Citrix a few years back over the requirement for Silver partners having a CCEA and said I would never do it again, but in my new position a CCEE has possibilities. XenServer exposure will be a problem, but I think I have everything else covered.
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Is it common to study for multiple certs at one time?
Here is my example. I have probably over 70 IT books and some of them are certification driven study material. Well the last few months I will casually pick up a book read a chapter or two and then set it down. I might continue on for a few days, but then move onto something else. I am learning no question about it, but…
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WireShark WCNA - Anyone pursuing or got this?
When I first heard about the wireshark certificate I thought, why would I bother with it.. It's never mentioned anywhere, their is no demand for it all (that I can find maybe I'm not looking hard enough?) and why would I want to be certified for a free packet sniffer I already use. However after I read the exam topics I…
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GIAC question
I'm getting ready to take the GIAC G2700 in the next week or two. I just took my first practice exam from GIAC last night, and I'm wondering how close to an actual exam that's going to be. It seemed like the simulation was pretty close to the real thing, so anyone with GIAC experience have any advice?
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Cisco audio training
Hello friends. Inquiring as to whether anyone knows of any good audio lecture training on Cisco networking (or just networking in general as it pertains to protocols, theory, technology, etc). Something that I can easily listen to in the car on the way to work or in bed at night on my MP3 player. Please advise. :D
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Advise for CISSP exam
Dear, I'm currently studying by myself for the CISSP. My current materials are the Shon Harris videos, their slides and the course of PrepLogic. I don't have enough time to read all the book so I'm only watching the videos, taking notes. I have already a good experience, especially in the domain of telecommunications and…
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Is it possible...
Greetings all, I'm currently a 27 year old going to DeVry for an Associates in Accounting. I'm finding it...rather dry...and am debating trying to become a pen tester. Am I too old to learn it via self-teaching? If not, where do I begin cert-wise...?
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CompTIA or Microsoft?
So I just noticed today that Microsoft now offers very similar certifications for Network, Security, and Server (98-365/366/367) to CompTIA's Net+, Sec+, and Server+....and are at least half the price of each. I also noticed their MCSDT is very similar to CompTIA A+, 2 exams, half the price, but covers MS a little more…
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What certs next..??
Hi, Currently working as a Senior Server Engineer for a large global integrator, role is very narrow focused on Windows OS support. Current certs I have are: 2010 IT Certifications • Microsoft Certified IT Professional Enterprise Admin 2008 Server (MCITP:EA 200 2009 IT Certifications • Microsoft Certified Technology…
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GCIA passed...
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CISA study question confusion...
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GCIA and general security cert advise
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SkillPort Training
When I worked for Tek Systems I was given a code to get a free account at SkillPort. I've looked through their training catalog and it seems to have a lot of stuff, both in certification and in skill development. They even seem to have updated the server 2008 stuff talking about R2, which is exciting and seems hard to…