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compTIA and MS
I recently completed my 290 and wanted some advice on how to proceed further. I also have the A+ that I got a couple of years ago. In order to expedite the process of me getting the MCSA, does anyone think that I should obtain the Net+ and have A+ and Net+ combined to count as an elective towards the MCSA/MCSE or I should…
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If you were an employer? MCSA/CCNA
If you were an employer who would you rather hire? A tech with MCSA or CCNA? I'm on the fence and don't know which way to fall.
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Apple - Good deal for Students and Educators....
In case you guys haven't seen this: http://tinyurl.com/624j7u MS
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PST to NFS
Morning I need help, I am trying to convert my pst data files to novel nfs
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Cram Master
Hey whats up I am new here and have been looking to get my A+ I went to community college and took an OS class and hardware class. I still do not feel confident enough to take the A+ test. I was wondering if anyone has use or any thoughts on cram master test prepation. I have also look in to preplogic. Any advice or…
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Microsoft eLearning
I finished reviewing 70-294 over the weekend and decided to move onto 70-297 and write both exams together sometime this month. I was looking at the free "eLearning" offer from Microsoft on the MCP site and decided "hey this could be useful" but then found out I had already taken advantage of it a year or two ago. But…
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Motivation
Hello all, I've been using this site for just under a year and was wondering what people do to get, and stay, motivated for a certification test. I'll explain my current scenario to see if that helps. I was studying for the CCENT certification and was doing okay for about two months until everything just stopped. I…
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Measure up opinions
Everytime I use measure up from my mspress books I get the most ridiculous questions... Even when I tried to use it for my 290 I ended up just uninstalling it. I just got a question that basically asked You have computers and a secure policy is pushed to them by a GPO. Some computers aren't getting updated but you have a…
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Sorta Wireless related, passed RFID+ today
Passed Comptia's RFID+ exam nice exam, almost had a perfect score, missed one question, which i think is the one i went back and changed I figured since i had some RFID experience, and wireless experience, it would be good to add to my Bio since i have Wireless#, CWNA, and CWSP 3 exams left to achive the MCSE, so i think i…
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CompTIA PDI+ **new** cert ... thoughts/feedback
CompTIA has a free online webinar going on right now doing a presentation on PDI+ (Printing and Document Imaging).... basically vendor-neutral cert. for printers/scanners repair techs. Anyone have this cert. or anyone looking into it? Any thoughts? Is it worth the $232/$185 cost for those not working with printers/scanners…
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passed OSWP challenge
Hey everyone I just found out I Passed the offensive-security wireless professional wireless attacks challenge. !!!
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What is your certification path and why?
Thought this would be an interesting topic to see how people are mapping their goals with the steps to get there. Here is mine: A+ and Network+ because these were the standard IT entry level certs and I felt they would be a good starting foundation for me. Security+ - I came into IT with an interest in information security…
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Articles on InfoSec certs from SearchSecurity.com
Here several links to very recent and and informative articles on SearchSecurity.com about information security (and related) certifications: SearchSecurity.com guide to information security certifications The vendor-neutral information security certification landscape Guide to vendor-specific information security…
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pub desktop, outlook questions
hey all first time in the Citrix section. Digs look nice! question for ya, first time ever publishing a desktop. I have TS and PS 4.5 installed and working well. I have installed office but outlook seems to be the prob. I want users to be able to login to and double click outlook and the exchange info to all ready be…
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CCNP or MCSA
Hello all! I just finished my CCNA Thursday and I cant decide what to do next. I'm about three semesters from graduating college so my goal is to get the best combination of certs for my resume. So the question is, should I spend about the next year studying for the various CCNP tests or just opt for a MCSA? I've already…
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Newbe here
Hi all, Im just about to start studying for my IT Essentials, CompTIA A+ and MCDST. Any advice would be greatly appreaciated. Thanks Wyn
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Audio Training
I spend 2 hrs. a day on the freeway to commute to work. I am thinking of purchasing some audio training for 70-292 to take advantage of the free time and to supplement my other methods of training. Anybody have experience with audio training?
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Should I go for some Microsoft Certs?
I just completed my Network+ cert not to long ago and now I'm looking at what else to do. I still need to get in some work experience and next week I'm planning on meeting with one of those job recruiters to find out if I can get a helpdesk job or something. My main question is, should I get some Microsoft certs even…
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preparation for the exam for the course CDJ-275A
Hello, I am currently taking the course CDJ-275A toward the Sun Certified Programmer for the Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 (CX-310-065). On the Sun web site, it says that the exam type is - Multiple choice and drag and drop - Number of questions: 72 I hate multiple choices. Aren't there any questions that are hands-on…
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Citrix still hot?
Not many posts on Citrix of late. Is it still hot?
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Cisco WLAN Controller - What do I do with this?
So the federal gov't, with their infinite money, has budgeted $10,000 to buy me a new Cisco Wirelss Access Controller to manage 32 access points. We are using Aironet 1242's with A/B/G in about 7 buildings. Could someone please tell me, in plain english, what the advantage of using the Cisco Wireless LAN controller is?…
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MCSE on Windows Server 2003 Certification
Hello I need some information regarding the MCSE on Windows Server 2003 Certification. I do know that i do have to cover 7 exams from the following. 1. Four core exams on networking systems 2.One core exam on client operating systems 3.One core design exam 4.One elective exam Please advice me how can i book my exam let say…
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Anyone Done CompTIA CTT+?
After I get my MCSE I want to pursue the CTT+ (Certified Technical Trainer) certification by CompTIA. Has anyone completed this (written and video)? I would love to see a video from someone who actually passed that portion. This cert is hard to study for on your own in my opinion.
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Novel CLP HELP!!
Hi guys Actually just looking for some help here just started my CLP and wondering if anyone has some advice on how to go about getting resource material, study guides etc and any information on the actual international exam ( ie is it text based, practical if so how long ) any help would be greatly appreciated
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Puzzling????
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/certified.mspx Look at the last line item under MCITP. "United States History Major" Huh? MS
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Mathematics for Cryptography?
I see all security certs have objective related to cryptography.I have few questions regarding: 1)What Maths I should know for cryptography? 2)Should I really need to know mathematics for cryptography or I only need to know structure of cryptography or how crypto-system works? I know maths which will help me writing…
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RIM - certifications NEWS
Thought you might want to know: RIM Launches New BlackBerry Certification Program http://blackberrysync.com/2008/05/rim-launches-blackberry-certification-program/ How useful do you think this will be towards getting a job or an advancement in one's career ?? ROMGabe
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Microsoft Certification Policy Change !!
Not sure if this is already old news but I just got this in my mailbox today and though it was pretty cool. Looks like Microsoft changed it's mind about putting a end of life on their new certs. "In response to customer feedback, Microsoft has eliminated the requirement to recertify, or refresh, your MCITP or MCPD…
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OpenBSD
I used OpenBSD about 6 years ago. Do any of you use it at work?
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USENET comp.lang.java mini-FAQ
For those interested in the Java programming language, but do not know about USENET, I thought that I'd post the mini-FAQ from the USENET comp.lang.java.* newsgroups as an introduction to the vast and ancient information repository of the Internet that is USENET.
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RHCE Questions
I have been working on my RHCE for about a month now. Mostly reading the RHCE book and working with CentOS5.1 running on VMware. Can anyone clairify "configure the X Window System and a desktop environment " https://www.redhat.com/certification/rhce/prep_guide/ Also how is the test? Is there one instructor that stands over…
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Getting into Information Security?
I’m 99.9% sure this is the route I want to take now in my IT career. But not so clear on how to start my course. See, I’m confused about getting my foot in the door as a Security Professional. I have about 9 years in IT experience doing various things such as NT/2000 Admin, QA, Web Design -- Intranets, Jr DBA, and now…
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Opinions wanted!
Hi, I have recently decided that a career in IT is the way forward for me to hopefully get away from being 'mr. average' to being someone with prospects! however, i am unsure which is the best way to go about it. I am set on studying Microsoft Networking after talking with friends but i am not sure wether to study for it…
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i need your help
i want to pass ccna,but i don't know how can i pass it. is there anybody can help me ? thans very much
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CNE // CNA
I'm trying to get myself into Novell more and more. I was wondering, do both of these certifications only have 1 test per title?
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Does Microsoft give partial marks?
If you have a question that says choose 3 out of the following and you get 2 out of the 3, do you get partial credit or is it a 0? Thanks (my 70-290 is next)
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Best cert path for Security, IDS/IDP Wireless?
Currently I’ve been working more of a A+, N+, MCSE, Security+, CCNA path for foundation and marketability, but that just does not excite me. I should be completing my MCSA this month and I had planned on taking my Security+ next. I feel like I should be taking CWNA/P, CEH, CISSP. If I want to work in wired and wireless…
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Citrix Profiles...
Getting citrix users' profiles to transfer between servers (roam / redirect) are the bane of my current life! :) I'm using Terminal Service Roaming Profiles set within policies but does anyone know a better way? I would use purely folder redirection but cannot map the NTUSER.DAT (outlook configuration) with this. Regards,…
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Aironet 1131ag Connection Issue
Company i work for just purchased one of these and it just came in today. I set it up as access point (non-root bridge) and gave it a static. From the cli its online, able to ping dns, and other public ips, but none of my clients can go online. I see the SSID and am able to get an IP from my dhcp server, but i cannot ping…
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Exam discount vouchers UK?
Are there any web sites that do discount vouchers for exams UK test centres? It looks as if the only ones I've found apply to the US & Canada
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Certification Path Advice
Hi, I'm currently doing a BSc Degree in Computer Science, which i will probably take up to masters (MEng) level. I also have Linux+ and EC-Council CEH certifications. When i graduate, the only formal work experience i will have in IT is 2 days a week as a software dev as part of the MEng year of my degree, so im hoping i…
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Feel like I am falling behind
So i signed up for a course that is a year long. In that time, I can take as many tests and get as many certs as I can. I signed up with the intent to get my MCDBA and my MCSD. I started out with 70-229 and passed it. I get the emails from microsoft and set up my account. I notice this link on my MCP home page. I click on…
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Half-off Sale at shopNovell ends April 1st. Order now.
Until April 1st , all training kits are 50% off the MSRP through shopNovell in celebration of our annual BrainShare event. Buy now and save! That's right! Half off! Stretch your training budget by buying now! Until April 1st, all self-study kits are half-off the MSRP at shopNovell. That's that's an additional 30% off the…
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Novell Networking and Services
Course Overview This course is enables entry-level networking professionals to perform common administrative tasks using software tools and utilities provided by Novell. Learn to install SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 and perform tasks often required of employees who provide front line support for medium-sized to large…
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CEH
Does anybody know what is CEH?
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Financial Aid for Certifications??
Hey everyone! Does anyone know of a program or Certification that I would be able to pay for using Federal Student Aid? I am not sure which cert would be best yet, but am looking to take a class very soon towards a certification. I need the company to qualify for student loans, like a community college would if I were to…
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The effectiveness of industry certifications
The April 2008 issue of (IN)SECURE Magazine has an interesting article on certifications: The effectiveness of industry certifications (pp.27-30). The author raises some interesting points about certifications being used as marketing for companies, such as Cisco, for promoting their products, and as a good way for people…
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Newbie Network +
Hi all Im a newbie to this posting thing so here goes; A few days ago I wrote CompTIA Network+ studied hard via the inhouse Training videos Came and attended lecures, Asked my 20 years hand on engineer Father what He Knows About networking, ect ect... Know almost the whole book off by heart When I got to the exam, I…
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Any other Software Developers with certifications?
Just wondering if I'm the only software developer with certifications. It seems like few developers pursue any IT certifications. Of course they usually aren't required for development jobs. But I consider them part of my general IT education and domain knowledge acquisition. Tho many in the business view certs as useless…
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Possible Microsoft Transcript Glitch
I have a friend who only took network plus, but on his microsoft transript it has him down for both A+ and Network+ thats why I ask. Anyone heard of this? How can he check?
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Prometric Testing Experience
Well, I went to my neighborhood Prometric test center (70+ miles away) to take the 70-292 test this past Saturday. I made it about half way through the test and the computer crashed. It took them an hour and a half to get the machine back up. I was speaking to the lady there and she said that they normally have trouble…
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MCSA 2003 and COMPTIA ELECTIVES
Do you need A+ and Network+ or just the latest vesion of network + for your MCSA 2003 elective? I have a friend who only took network plus, but on his microsoft transript it has him down for both A+ and Network+ thats why I ask. Thanks
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How Much Do You Remember From Your Studies?
Hi everyone, I just cleared my CCNP and am so disappointed!! Why? Coz I find that I am no longer as 'sure' about the material that I had mastered so well before the exam. I don't interact much with CISCO equipment on a daily basis as I work for a vendor who in a way competes with CISCO. I didn't just cram the material and…
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PMP.....
I completed the documentation for the experience requirements, training, and audit in March of this year. Once I was approved (way back in March), I scheduled the PMP exam for April 30th (today). I studied off and on for the exam from March until recently. My primary study tools were: The PMBOK -…
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Altiris/Wise packaging training?
I need to get up to speed on software packaging and I'm looking at Altiris at the moment. Has anyone used the online training course here: http://learn.altiris.com/eCommerce/index.cfm?FuseAction=ShowSKUDesc&SKUID=113&AddPopularity=1¤cy=USD®ion= If so, good/bad? Worth it for $200? If not, any other suggestions for…
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PMP.....
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STUDY METHODS
NEED some input on some new study methods. just recently failed 70-290 while I understand the material the simulations beat me down i read the material like it was the law school admissions test and i feel i went too deep into the theory side and not enough into the practical side. To my question. What video series are…
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70-401
Heya, My company is sending me to the Microsoft 5 day course for SCCM 2007 next week and I was just curious if anyone here had taken this exam. Mostly want to know if they felt the classroom training was sufficient enough or if I should get some external material to prep for the test. And if so if there were any…
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Ethical hacking certification offered by McAfee
Yet another ethical hacker cert: The Foundstone CEH Prep Course from McAfee University.
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ECDL/ICDL
My friend from another college informed me of a course that she is attending and the qualification she was gaining is the European Computers Driving License /International Computer Driving License and i was thinking is it worth getting.. I am doing nothing in the mean time.. 17.. got A+ MCDST and it seems local and free..…
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Watchguard Certification?
Has anyone got any Watchguard certification? interested in the study material available. Any comments about the product, any one who works with Watchguard firewall's often? Cheers
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Oracle!! Oracle!! Please I need Help!
ORA-12545 Connect failed because target host or object does not exist I'm not savvy with Oracle, but I desperately need to solve this problem. Kind of the only eye man in a blind community. Oracle Admin gonna take atleast a week to show up. Let any Oracle freak kindly tell me what to do.
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I just don't know which one to choose first...
I started out with studying for the A+/Net+, then my company started purchasing Cisco equipment and wanted me to configure everything without having to pay high prices for outside contractors. They bought me CCENT/CCNA study material and I switched to that. Then they are looking at migrating over to VOIP and want me to…
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certifications vs degree
hey all I'm a career changer and have since done 4 exams in order to gain some necessary skills in different area's and thought that once i passed the CCNA i'd be able to get some sort of networking job. (Even though i have no experience)... but what i've seen is this: if you have a degree and no experience, you can get an…
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MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist)
Hi! I want to give Exam 70–536: TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 - Application Development Foundation & Exam 70–528: TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 - Web-Based Client Development I want to know the registration process of Microsoft Exams ...............From where i can get Register for tht exams. Plzzzzzzzzzzz Reply…
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Certified Internet Webmaster certs
Has anyone taken or have any ideas about the Certified Internet Webmaster Certs? I was thinking about taking them.....
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cisco made me nervous Cisco wants you back!
cisco sent me this and i panicked !!! logged in and i dont expire on anything till next year ? i wonder what's up ... my ccie written did expire but i didnt think that was part of this system. Cisco wants you back! As a networking professional whose certification has lapsed, you’re probably asking yourself the following…
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First Post Looking for General Advice
Hi Guys, In September I will be undertaking a masters course "MSc Network Professional" for 13 months. This course also includes the CCNA. I have 4 months until the course starts and I was curious (Looking at all your qualifications!!!) Which would be good to take on over the next 4 months and also which I could fit into…
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How valuable are certs and which will I need
Hello just looking for some general information right now. In about a year I'll be graduating from RIT with a degree in Applied Networking and Systems Administration with plans on enterting the working world as a Sys Admin. I've just now started really reading up on IT Certs and was wondering which ones I should start…
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Is it safe to buy on ebay microsoft professional 2003?
I want to buy the package but do not know how safe it is.
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Security + and BS degree in MIS now what?
Hey guys, Here is my background: BS in MIS from 4 yr college Security+ Certified 3 years experience as a NOC analyst.. Is it worth it for me to get a Masters Degree in Network Security or Keep getting my certification. If so which certification will best lead me to being in upper mgmt level ? I feel that you need a good…
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Nerd Books
I didnt see if anyone mentioned it, but I did some pricing on cert books, and the best pricing and shipping I got was with nerdbooks.com. These books can get a bit pricey, so every penny we can save I'll take.
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This did not make me laugh
My company is doing appraisals currently ready for the new financial year. I have had a very busy year, working hard, doing lots of overtime, travelling on business trips etc ohh and inbetween all that I have been revising and failing/passing IT certification exams......Of course this all seems very worth it when you take…
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MCTS or MCITP? opinion please ...
hi guys, i think its time to move forward to MS next generation certification since i think my MCSA 2K "no longer" valid :) (still can be used with 2003 platform - but now is 200 which path do you think best to take - since my certs cant be upgraded : MCTS Windows Server 2008 platform (there are 3 exams)…
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Voice over IP / Telecommunication Certs?
I'm curious if many of you hold any or know of any worth getting. Currently I work as a Telecommunication's Apprentice. It's a 8,000 hour OJT apprenticeship with 5 year's of their schooling. However the schooling is technical, but it is tailored to their specific need's. I have worked on everything from cabling 5-10 story…
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CCNA and Cisco question
Hello everyone I am new to this site and have been looking around and checking things out and it looks like this is a very good cert info and forum site and I look forward to learning and discussing things with all you good people. Okay a couple of months ago I started the CCNA Exploration course at a local Academy here in…
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How is this exam
For those of you that have taken this, how is it? i Just ordered a CWNA book. Hoping to tackle that after CCNA next month.
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SANS GCIH
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Employer wants me to pick some classes to attend...
Hey Guys, My employer wants me to pick 2 week long classes/worksops to attend on their dime. Some of my responsibilities that I need some knowledge on are: Linux, RedHat IIS Web Development Web Security FaultTolerance/Clustering in a Web Environment I have never had this sort of training opportunity before so I don't know…
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How important is the MCSE?
In a networking career, how important are the Microsoft certifications? Do they carry a lot of weight? What would I lose if I didnt have a MS cert?
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RHCE training
Hi guys, I want to take some RHCE training classes, however the ones Red Hat provide are over $2000 a piece. Are there any 3rd party companies who offer training courses for this exam that might be less expensive? What have you guys done? Looking for suggestions - currently in NY state. Thanks
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Whats the deal with bootcamps?
First, I don't know what they are...and wikipedia does not have an entry related to this...but they often seem mentioned with braindumps. Second, what are they and why are they frowned upon here?
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ISO 27001 Certified Professionals
Hi, Guys, I am looking for a career in information security. After going through jobs postings i found that there is more of skills required in - ISO 27001, and compliance standards. I would be thankful if you guys could please let me know how to go about getting those skills. I am a security+, ccna and doing an internship…
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BS 7799; ISO/IEC 27001
Hi Guys I am just a newbie, How should one go about building skils in BS 7799; ISO/IEC 27001 .... last post didnt satisfy my ans...could any one pls answer
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Citrix Netscalers - PROXY ARP
Guys, I also posted this on the cisco security forum and I didn't get any help. Hoping some of you guys might have come accross this same issue with the Citrix Netscalers and a Cisco Firewall: Greetings, I'm having a problem with turning off Proxy ARP on the DMZ interface of my firewall. Right now I have 2 DMZ's and i'm…
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Security Certification, Advice Needed!
Dear All, I just finished my MCSA + Security by learning from MSPress, Learnkey, Train Signal, CBT Nuggets and other white papers and testing on lab environment using VMWare ESX Server 3.0. I wanted to be a Security Specialized and a VCP Vi3 3.0 Specialized in Security Implementations and Designing Security. I'm a beginner…
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Working with C# and Java?
Is anybody working in an environment with both C# and Java? I am a C# programmer and was asked to write some sample code to help Java programmers understand how to interface with specific Microsoft Windows technologies. I think such samples would be nearly useless to Java programmers because of the differences in…
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Certification Reimbursement
Excellent news! I just found out today that my company will reimburse me for any IT certification I wish to acquire as long as I pass the exam! I've already started studying for A+ and I plan on keep getting certified until I run out of certifications to go for.
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GISF?
Anyone have any words/advice on the GISF? Now I'm debating whether or not it's really worth going through as a 'stepping stone' towards GSEC. Any thoughts?
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new cisco exams?
Hey all i heard along the grapevine that Cisco are going to bring out some new exams for the CCNA, like: CCNA with security CCNA with Voice etc Should be out within a few months apparently.. not sure of the exact details but my source is pretty reliable. I think it's a great idea (hope this doesn't get me into trouble…
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156-215.1 or 156-215.65
Hi, I am wondering whether i should go for 156-215.1 or 156-215.65. Your replies will highly appreciated.
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Passed LPI exam 101
Passed on the morning of April 7th :) The exam was very heavy in package management -- you really need to master all options for dpkg and rpm. I went well outside what was covered in the LPI Certification in a Nutshell book, and I am glad I did. Read the manpages for each of these!! Also tested fairly heavily on X Server…
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How much value do the Cisco Specialist Certificates hold?
Are they big certs like the CCIE or are the deep and focused smaller certs?
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how do I receive MCSA 2003 ?
Questions please... Last year I took 70-270 and this year I finish 70-290 , 70-291 and just done with 70-350 ....how do I know that they will send me MCSA 2003 ? should I call MS and ask them ? In the future if I want to have MCSE 2003 ...what tests should I take ? 70-293 ? 70-294 and 70-298 ? Please be advise. Thanks for…
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DELL CERT
Hi everyone my new job wants me to become dell certified in desktops/portables... I signed up for both 2007 and 2008 Desktop Foundation exams... Will this get me the cert I need..I just cant find an answer anywere : : : : : : : : : : :
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Personal experiences or opinions of PCCTI in Chicago
I would like to know if anyone has had any experiences with this school, good or bad. I am just gathering opinions. Please share your experiences, other future student may benefit from your information.
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Comptia A+ do you get a welcome kit like MCP ?
Hi Lads, Was wondering after I will have pass my A+OS, will I get a welcome kit like for MCPs ? Would be great if someone could post some pics on how it looks like :o and also how looks like the logo you put on CV... before beeing MCP, I always wondered what was looking like a welcome kit, well now that I've got it,…
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where I can get RHCSS Study Guide
Hi All, I have completed RHCE certification. Now I want to appear on RHCSS exam. But in my country there is no course for this. How can I collect the study materials for this exam? I can't effort buying something from amazon. Is there any alternatives? Thanks Ahmed Sharif
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My Brother.....
My younger brother is graduating high school in about a month. He doesn't really know what he wants to do. He plans to go to college, but in my opinion doesn't have a good gameplan down about what he will study, etc.. He also wants to get a job. Once again, he doesn't have a good idea of what he can or wants to do here. As…
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Finally CWNA PW0-100 Exam today!
It's been long two preparing months for this exam especially that i work hard most of the day so i barely get time to study and i have to stay up late sometimes, and i finally passed CWNA Exam with 78% score when the passing score was 70%, it was pretty hard to pass it but thank god that i have prepared very well for this…