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Yet another question about 2003 vs 2008 Microsoft certs
Sorry if this question comes up a lot, mine may be a little different. Just looking for some direction. I've been a desktop support tech for the past 7 years, and before that I did software support for 3 years. I have a BS in management information systems. I'm trying to break into the server side of things, and recently…
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certifications DELL ?
Hello, as part of my new job, my employer asked me to pass 3 certifications DELL (paid): Foundation 2009 Desktop Foundation 2009 laptop Foundation 2009 Diagnosis I received codes to connect and pass the accreditation. By-cons, I do not know where to find training? My supervisor did not give me the CD. -These certifications…
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Cisco Auto-RF
All, my co-workers and I have recently been having discussions on whether or not to keep deploying cisco controllers / aps using auto-rf. What are your thoughts/opinions and real-life experience using auto-rf? We find that it seems to never tune the radios enough to compensate for the amount of interference in the…
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Which fork in the road?
I would like to start by saying how extremely happy I am to have found this site. I love reading all of the advice given here from those of you with so much experience and knowledge in the Security field. I am 40 years old. I broke into IT two years ago after 20 years in retail/wholesale. I have a few certs completed...A+,…
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New member asking some advice please!
Hello everyone! I was just reading some here on this site and it looks pretty reliable and respected. So i thought i would ask if i could get some advice on what I should do about my future concerning my career. I am currently not working in the IT field. Due to personal issues i have needed to work for family in a cabinet…
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Passed GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
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Is this a good Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCVP lab kit?
Hi, I met someone who was selling his CCNA/CCNP/CCVP lab kit for 600$. Here is what he is selling in the kit. Lab kit contains the following items: - Cisco 1700 (x1) - Cisco 2950 (x1) - Cisco 2900XL (x2) - Cisco 3640 (x1) - Cisco 3620 (x1) - 12RU Rack (x1) - Cisco 7940 IP Phone (x3) - Standard Power cables (x7) - Cisco…
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Free Training for Metasploit
Guys: Offensive security release this week a free training using Metasploit 3. Metasploit Unleashed - Mastering the Framework
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CompTIA: Convergence+...any details?
Hi. Does anyone here know much about the Convergence+ certification offered by CompTIA? I saw a book for it a while back and picked it up (I've been on a certification manual buying binge lately). It looks very interesting but I can find very little information about it. I can't seem to find good study materials for it…
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Free certs
Yeah so I got confirmation today that the company will pay for my certifications. Enterprise Admin and Security+. I think that would be a good start. I told them it should be 8 months to a year until I complete it if not longer. You guys think this is feasible? I am excited now. Free Certs
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Passed OSCP
I just got the e-mail after finishing the exam yesterday. I strongly recommend this course to anyone that is interested in getting into penetration testing. The course starts with the basics buts towards the middle really gets down to the fun stuff. :) My score was 135 out of 135.
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Since Win7, any point in pursuing Vista 70-622
Will Vista 70-622 Ent Tech even be worth taking now? That would would really be underhanded fo MS to offer a cert that after a 1 year+/- is no longer desirable/usable since Win7 certs will be/are out.
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Print MCTS Cert
TE's, Is there a way to print off an MCTS certification? I passed the exam and printed the cert a few months ago but I have misplaced it. I logged in to prometric and I can't find the option. I have searched through my email and the web trying to find out how I originally printed my cert. Thanks, HT
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The certification "LENOVO NOTEBOOK SYSTEMS"
Hello everyone, for my new job, I am obliged to spend several certififications, whose certification "LENOVO NOTEBOOK SYSTEMS" ... Is it difficult? Do you have courses to offer me? Thank you for your answers
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A Plus + Network plus = MCP ?
If you pass the A Plus AND the Network Plus does that mean that you can say you have an MCP as well? cos I heard that two of them are equal to an MCP whats the deal here?
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Anyone is member of this organization
International High Technology Crime Investigation Association Anyone is member?
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COmpany might pay for my Enterprise Administrator Certifications
The company I work for wants me to give them a document that has the price of the exams on it. I hope they end up paying for the whole thing. I'm looking at the MCITP:EA. Also what would be another exam you would add. I have an interest in security. Security+ maybe? Unless there would be a better Security exam to start…
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Going paperless
I received this email from citrix this morning. Seems like their jumping ship just like MS did. using the old "saving the enviroment" BS as their main reason. Effective October 1, 2009 the Citrix Certified Administrator™ (CCA) and Citrix Certified Sales Professional™ (CCSP) certificates will be e-mailed to candidates upon…
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Background to get into Security
Question, I just attended an ISSA meeting in my area. I enjoyed talking to some of security people at the meeting. This brought up a question that I didn't not have the oppurtunity to ask due to time constraints. What kind of professional background do you need to get into security? Do you need to have been a Network…
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Certifications in the central NJ area
Hi all. I wanted to know if anyone has recently attended PC Age or AVTech in Edison NJ. I know the job market isn't too good these days. I wanted to know if either of these schools are worth the money to get training/certs? I've just went on an "interview" at IT Solutions Xchange in New York (42 Broadway 11th Floor) and…
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Scsa
Please i need study materials for scsa exams. I have been looking and nobody has recommended anything for me. Any ideas? i guess the exam is based on solaris 10 , so i need materials on it.
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70-647 - Video Training
Hi Exam 70-647 looks quite interesting. I brought the MS Press book however I decided I'll buy some video training for this exam. Is Trainsignal a good one to go for? Thanks James
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IPv6 certifications???
With the move towards IPv6 in the few years are there any good quality certifications for IPv6? I would like to be able to directly show some sort of education regarding this topic on a resume.
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Oracle Training
Hey, It looks like I'm going to have bit of time off over the next few months so I'm considering doing a couple of Oracle training courses that my local university is running. Because it's a uni funded course I'd get them pretty cheaply. The two courses are Oracle Programming in PL/SQL and Oracle Database Design and SQL.…
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Basic Vista question
I have to buy a laptop -- I want to put Vista on it. What flavor of Vista would you recommend for usability, plus chasing a Vista certification or two? Thanks! Obdurate
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Which one should I do first....
I have A+, Network+, Security+ and waiting for Server+ beta results next month. At work we have a Windows 2003 Server which I have good experience with. Long term, I am planning to study for CCNA and MCSA 2003 and eventually work in Network Administration/Engineering. Which path should I take first? I know the MCSA is…
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I have broken entirely new ground in the way for students to look at the OSI model...
OK GUYS! First of all, I would like to state that you should check out my 'A Network+ Student's Blog' thread to see how I have come along with the OSI model. Not only did I find a graphic which displays the OSI model visually and in perfect detail, but I came up with my own groundbreaking way of remembering the OSI layer.…
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Not a Trick Security-Related Question....
I'm delivering an ITIL Foundation class this week. As part of ITIL Foundation we always cover a very brief process in v3 about designing information security. For all intents and purposes, the best practice is that security requirements that are designed and built into services should be in-line with business needs, and…
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Ccspa
Hi I want to take the CCSPA exam but I'm finding it difficult to find any courseware (check points site doesn't seem to have it?). Is there any training material you would recommend? Thanks in advanced
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passing reference value??
public static void go(Long n){System.out.println("Long "); } public static void go(Short n){System.out.println("Short "); } public static void go(int n){System.out.println("int "); } short y = 6; long z = 7; go(y); go(z); why would it output int Long?? instead of short long?? thank you
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PrepLogic Unlimited Access
PrepLogic has this special in where they offer all of their video, audio, print, and testing materials for 4 years with UNLIMITED access. Individuals will have to drop $1,000 for that access. Does anyone out there think this is worth it? I'm considering it...but I wanted to get everyone else's feedback.
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Cisco Select Partners and SMB Specialization
Anybody out there running a Select Certified Cisco Partner? I'm looking to get Select Certified with Cisco. I noticed these exams are required for partners to achieve the qualifications for the SMB Specialization, which is required for the Select Certified Partner designation: The Cisco SMB Specialization requires two…
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Discount on MS exams 15%-25%
Discount on some MS exams that may be useful Microsoft Career Offer: Get up to 25% off Select Microsoft Certification Exams
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CCNA Boot Camp
Hi Guys My company are going to pay for me to attend an intense classroom based training program. The company I'm choosen to train with is Firebrand Training, has anyone ever heard of these? Anyone trained with them? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! I'm not totally relying on the boot camp to gain knowledge (I'm…
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Server 2003 Evaluation
Does anyone know where I can download this?
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Prometrics website is horrible
So I'm trying to see when I can take my 70-621 and I can't even load anything past selecting Microsoft. Why is Prometric's site so terrible raaaawr
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Windows Scripting
Do you have to learn VB to know how to script? I was thinking of going the power shell route but wanted to know if you had to start learning VB first?
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An Introduction
Hello Everyone, I stumbled across this forum earlier today while doing research and have been browsing it for a few hours now, so I figured it was time I registered and started posting. A little about myself: I was recently honorably discharged from the Army and am now looking to get into IT. I've been using and working on…
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Question for the uber-geeks who have always loved computers.
I'm wondering if there is a difference in going into IT certification between uber-geeks who have always loved computers and are just naturally good at them because of trial and error, and the other guys who don't already know a lot about computers and are just starting out. For the already-gurus of home computing in…
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Hey guys! I'm new here and I have a few questions regarding certs.
Hi guys, I'm new here to techexams.net and I had a few quick questions and advice on certifications. Currently I am studying at my local community college for my A.A.S in Computer Information Systems with the option to eventually transfer for my B.S. (If I can afford it and have the credits to transfer) Anyways, I have…
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Interesting Link
This may be better for the Linux forum but I found this link to be very inspiring ( I think I know what I will be doing this weekend). Build Your Own Server | Any thoughts?
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Career Direction?
I've been studying IT for two years now, in this time i have provided extensive support to the Windows XP computers in the School/College labs, used for hardware maintenance/desktop support and CCNA activities. I've completed 3 classes there in 2 years, IT Essentials, CCNA1 and CCNA2, i'm off to University in a month, just…
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class inside static method
public class Test { public static void main(String args[]) { class Foo { public int i = 3; } Object o = (Object)new Foo(); Foo foo = (Foo)o; System.out.println(“i = “ + foo.i); } } So Foo is a static class, how come it can init an instance from static class? thank you
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Cwts
Hi, Just wondering if anyone has sat the CWTS exam? I'm using the Sybex book but wondering if there is a need to use more than one? Is the Sybex book enough for this entry level cert? I'm enjoying this book though. Any information would be great. Thanks, A
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Fed Up!
Hi Guys First post, so go easy on me! I hope this is in the right sub forum, I wasn't sure whether it should be in General or Off-Topic, but anyway... As you may have guessed, my name's Martin, I'm from England and I've worked in the IT industry for just short of 5 years. I started out as a 1st Line Tech Support Junior, I…
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Dealing with illegal software in the field !!!
Hi Guys. I have just started up my own computer troubleshooting business and would like a few tips when it comes to dealing with illegal software (Microsoft products in particular). For example: just the other day I visited a client who is almost 90 yrs old. He was running WinXP and it was taking about a half hour to boot…
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Tia ctp [tt0-201] ?
Anyone have the Convergence Technologies Professional (CTP) from the TIA? If so, how is it? Are there any study materials other than the stuff from TIA at ctpcertified.com ? This cert seems to hold potential for learning and career development, but it sure is elusive.
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CCSA prep
So it looks like I will be doing a 5 day CCSA course next month, with the intent of sitting the CCSA exam afterward. I have the CCSA NGX 65 I & II coursebooks, but is there any other reading material out there I should grab? Also looking to buy a Nokia box to use as a lab at work, can I run the SMARTserver right on the…
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ISACA Certs
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Security Certified Professional certs
Does anyone have recent experience or knowledge of the SCP certs? I know it's been discussed quite a while ago. I've been looking at them as a possibility and wondered about the quality of the info. Mostly interested in it for the knowledge, I know there aren't a lot of job ads that mention them. Thanks. Louis
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Web Based Flashcards for Studying
Guys, have been using the URL below to make flashcards and I seem to like this better: Flash Cards - Create, Study and Share Online Flashcards I also did a quick search and found this one: Flashcards: The world's largest library of printable flash cards Enjoy
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CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
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How much do you study per night/week
I just joined last week and I really enjoy this community, but I am curious as to how much actual studying do you do when you prep for certifications? When I studied for my Comptia certs, I put in about 60 mins a night, with only 30 days per certification for studying. Now that I am going full steam ahead on CCNA, I find…
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Never had a simulation question on a Microsoft exam
I have been taking certification exams for almost 12 years now with my first Microsoft exam almost 10 years ago. I got my MCSE in 2000 then upgraded to 2003. I have my MCITP SA and EA. I almost have my MCITP EMA and MCTS Vista, Windows 7 and Virtualization. Also waiting to hear back from my MCTS Exchange 2010 Beta. After…
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Discounted MS Exams
Microsoft Career Offer: Get up to 25% off Select Microsoft Certification Exams Just fyi.
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National Computer Science Academy Certifications?
Hey everyone, The other day my friend told me about National Computer Science Academy certifications and told me how he was certified online. The tests are free to take but you are required to pay to be certified and pay extra to get a hard copy which is about 30 dollars total. I was wondering if anyone else has heard of…
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What certs to pursue BEFORE pen test certs
I realize this is a generalized question, but I would like to generate a little discussion and see what people think. There are several posts that discuss the various Pen-test specific certs. My question isn't about those at all. What I am wondering is: what certs do you feel are essential or recommended BEFORE starting…
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Braindump?
I was having a look around this website for extra study resources for the 291 exam, and came accross a link on the techexams website down the left hand side saying 'topsites'. I clicked this link and found some websites and one of them was **DELETED**. I payed good old certguard a visit and found it to be a braindump?…
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Networking ( as in people ) =)
Hello. I was wondering what are some of your favorite places to network? I have failed to find any internships in the security field (you would figure there would be a lot in NYC) and am seeking to go more active. Ordering my own business cards, I am looking to start going out there and meeting people. I am looking forward…
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Share your exam preparation process, strategies.
Hello, I'm sorry if this has been discussed before. But I wanted to know how people go about preparing for the certifications. Anything you like to share is welcome. I would like to know particulars such as: 1) Studying methodology/process 2) Strategies 3) Duration 4) Material you thought were invaluable for passing 5)…
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Is it possible to....
Hello, I am taking a Cisco class at my highschool and passed last year my CCENT this year they will pay for my CCNA. They also got a A+ course. So my main question it is possible to pass both certification exams, actually it's 3 exams on one day the CCNA and the 2 Comptia ones. Do you think it's possivle to pull off? How…
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E20-522 Fail
I failed my first test in 21 (I think) attempts when I sat this one yesterday for the EMCSA - CLARiiON Solutions. This was one of those test where I think day to day experience is not enough for most people, unless your experience/training is broad enough to cover every domain being covered, and most of those domains in a…
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DNS how-to
can anyone lead me the way in how to set up named I am having a heck of a time configuring this service and howtoforge didn't seem to help much
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How to catch a cheater?
Checked out the SNIA site for the first time. They state the following: Do cheaters leave traceable patterns? Do they think differently to the rest of us? Or is this just twaddle to scare cheaters into learning the subject.
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Which Certs?
Hello, I am on my last semester for my BS in Computer Science. I have talked to many people at school who have no interest getting any certifications. However i want to get as much knowledge and experience as possible. Just to narrow it down i am interested in Programming and Networking but i also like anything new and…
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where do I go to take the RHCT exam?
I do not want to take the red hat courses. I just want to book an exam date and take the exam. I've been on the red hat website and still can't find locations on where to take the exam. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Study Methods, "Shotgun" or "Rifle"
Last night, I did a marathon study session of 6 hours straight, touching on a variety of subjects, attempting to keep my mind fresh over a long period of time. I refer to this method as the "Shotgun" method of studying as you blast through the material attempting to go over a variety of subjects. The other method, I use…
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local college learning
Hey everyone, I have had my AAS since Dec of 2005. Well being out of work as got me looking at schol options. The school I orginally went too I can't go because I have to depend on the bus and its in the very southern part of the Twin Cities I live in the north :P But I've been looking at stuff my local community colleges…
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Request RFID+ Sub-Forum
Hey Moderators, Can you make an RFID+ sub-forum under CompTIA? Not sure how many others would like to see it but we are in the beginning phases of implementing RFID at the Hospital I work at and I'm just curious how often RFID is being used out there. Thanks!!
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Cisco
Hello all, I am interested in taking my cisco CCNA certification. I already have my Network+ and have been networking since 2006. What would the best route to go with CCNA? Cheers
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101+102 ?
Hello, I plan to achieve the LPIC-1 certification. I made a research about taking 101 and 102 simultaneously but didn't find such opportunity. Is it possible to take the both exams as one? Also is the LPI Linux Certification Study Guide 2nd edition by Sybex a good study material? I know that LPI has changed the program…
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This Might Be Why CompTIA is Down..
Check out this article: Budget, personnel cutbacks could be a cause of IT outages
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Study motivation
Ok guys here's a tough question. Full time job, girlfriend, life, all that nonsense. How do you find the motivation to come home and force yourself to study? I am usually a very self motivated person but for some reason i just cant get the energy and motivation to do this. Any tips? I appreciate it a lot!
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Ongoing Microsoft Training & Costs
Hi, We all seem to be spending a lot of our own time and money to keep abreast of new developments. e.g. I've recently got my MCSA 2003 but am now looking down the server 2008 route. we have not upgraded yet but I'm learning about it in advance. Do you think that our employers should share some of these costs? e.g. costs…
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VTC CBTs
Anyone use these? I've used CBT Nuggets, but I need to watch the $$$ for a bit. How do VTC videos compare, say to CBT Nuggets? Would you buy them again? Online software tutorials, training CDs, Photoshop Tutorials, Dreamweaver Tutorials, Apple Tutorials from vtc.com
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ISIS Adjacency issues
[FONT="][/FONT] [FONT="][/FONT]Dear All, As I am preparing for my JNCIP-M/T exam.currently I am going through the ISIS Topic.I have configured ISIS on all seven routers with different area IDs.diagrame is available on page number 287 of JNCIP-M/T book. After the complete configuration I checked the adjacency of…
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Need to find a Net+ class!
I took an A+ study course at my local community college. Class was once a week, for about 5 months. Schedule was great... Gave me time time work and study between classes. However, their Net+ class isn't until Spring . Due to schedule, job, and future plans, I really need to take a Net+ class now! However, I can't find a…
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wohooo rhct
Yes I know not the rhct but I took the rh133 course and passed on friday. I highly encourage attending the class
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Ccsa?
While I am waiting for a credit from cisco for my CCNA test (it froze in the middle of the test) I am considering what I want to do next. I am already starting to build my router/switch lab and I was considering a checkpoint appliance for the lab as well (I want to do the CCSA due to the fact that all Net Engineers in my…
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Foote Partners Hot List for IT Certs. July 09
I was reading an article in the August issue of Network World and saw this list of "hottest" IT certifications based on "skills that have recorded the most growth in value over the past 3 to 6 months." Amongst other factors they have created a list of 24 and and I am surprised that CCSP was so high. I thought the voice…
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Preplogic sale All exams only $49.99
CCNA Exam Practice Tests - MCSE A+ Exam Practice Tests - IT Certification Guides I downloaded the demo for the A+ IT 206 exam, and there were alot questions that I haven't seen on other exams that I use. I was wondering if anyone used prep logic exams, and if they think this is a good deal. Ps the deal expires tonight at…
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Questions about Growth
Greetings All: I took my CCNA about a month ago and the test froze up in the middle, rendering me unable to complete the exam. I eventually got a free voucher from cisco to take the CCNA (or any) exam and I decided to wait until I get some actually equipment to play with (hopefully by the end of the month) so I can study…
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Returning IT guy. MS certs all different now?
How come the Microsoft website doesn't show MCSE as an option anymore, and yet people on the forums are talking about getting it? Just curious. I used to post here often ~ 3 years ago and then became very ill and disappeared for a long time. Well, I'm better now! Doubt anyone remembers, lol. Seems Microsoft has changed all…
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Tired of being a RUNNER
Just need to ask a simple question maybe u guys will be able to answer this question My work is simply this i develop websites intranet systems both in ASP.Net and php maybe clarrify my daily routine on a hectic day 1. I go to our PC and Server supply buy the server parts or pc parts assemble it together ... install…
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Seeking general advice about cert path...
Hello! As you can probably see, I'm brand-spankin' new here. I'm just starting my IT career, having completed Network+ back in April. I've recently finished reading the McGraw Hill Security+ book (SYO-201) and am in the process of memorizing the details ("stupid stuff" as someone once put it) for the exam. I have not…
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Norton Ghost
Hello, Does anyone use this? I'm currently using the floppies to boot. I link all the files to an individual txt file that finds the image that stored on my server. Does anyone know of where i can get a bootable cd or usb?
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SCJA or SCJP??
hey guys.. can ne1 of u help me out.. i wanna do a certification in java.. i hav just graduated out of college with a B.E. degree and hav basic programming knowledge of C and C++.. bt i do nt hav ne knowledge about java.. which certification shud i go for.. scja or scjp??.. i've heard scjp is tougher thn scja.. pls give ur…
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Idiots guide to storage ?
Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a entry level book on storage? I am completely new to the world of storage and would like to understand it more. I guess you could say I have a general understanding of SAN vs NAS but it still gets a big confusing when reading some of your posts. Anyways if anyone…
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Unitek Boot Camps for MCDST 70-271 & 70-272
My company needs to get several of us certified in various MS certs. MCDST 70-271 & 70-272 were chosen for me. I have been a sys admin for a few years now, but it is in a small organization, so some of what is covered in the MCDST book by Sybex, I have never done. While I don't agree with the boot camp way of getting a…
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PrepLogic Mega Guides $1 for the weekend
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What to go onto next?
Hello all, It's been a while. I just recently moved. I'm currently working at a school in Arkansas. I'm a "technology specialist". It's pretty good. This is my 2nd school to be working in, it's great and always busy!! Anyway. I currently have my; A+, Network+, 70-270 and my Dell certification. I want to move onto servers…
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Several Dependencies errors using MCPAN on RHEL 5.3 / CentOS 5.3
I never encountered that with 5.2 on both, but since I am using 5.3, I am getting weird errors. Let me first explain what I am doing. On a fresh install, I am first initialize MCPAN using the following commands I always answer 'no' at the first question whether I am ready to configure mcpan manually. I am trying now to…
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Job Market?
Hello! I'm not sure if i'm supposed to ask this here, but I just figured since it's the general security cert. section. But I was wondering, what seems to be the largest job market for security? I was thinking of picking up a reverse engineering book sometime after my MCSE,OSCP and perhaps get into security research as a…
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Books for getting started in infosec
Hey guys, What books do you recommend to read when getting started in infosec? Also any books on hacking, white hat hacking, hacking counter measures, etc would be good. Thanks.
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Where should I do next?
I have just become a CCA and want to finish up my 70-291 to become an MCSA. The obvious choice is to move to MCSE and I will be doing that regardless but I would like to hear others opinions. Id love to do a VCP but I doubt work is going to cough up for that anytime soon.
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A magical certfication WTF?
Ok so my buddy is going to school for his AAS in IT same as I did asctually same school. So last night we were chatting and he was like "My instructor told me about this certfication you can get and you will get guaranteed six figure income" I nearly choked on my soda laughing so hard. So here is what he claims. You goto…
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What can/should I do?
Ok, a little background. I went back to school to get into IT and when i was looking for what school/program to get into, it was recommended to me that I take a look at a tech school and get an associates because the credits would actually transfer to some local universities to complete a bachelors. Being that school and I…
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Where do I Start
I will be laid off from my job by the end of 2009 and I would like to transition into the IT field. I am currently and Project Engineer in the Automotive industry and just one class away from completing my MS IT degree. I have no IT experience nor any certifications. Could someone please let me know what type of job and…
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All IT Certification Exams in ONE Place
Is any website provide all vendors exams question answers ?
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CCENT Cert
Hi all, I have completed CCNA 1 and CCNA 2. I am taking CCNA 3 and CCNA 4 this semester. Will the knowledge I have from successfully completing the first 2 classes with final grades in the 90's prepare me for the CCENT or do I need the info covered in the next 2 classes as well?