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Linux Professionalism in the Enterprise
All, Okay, just a random thought and I was wondering if you know any articles or have an opinion on this? How many of you actually deal with the corporate stuffy types? Personally, since taking this job I do it almost daily. You see I was reading an article on some random Linux distribution which included the Iceweasel Web…
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CNA 6.5 exams
Where is a good place to start studying for the Novell CNA 6.5 exam? I have experience using this system at work and studied this while in college. I just want to make sure that when I go in there for the test that I know what I am doing. Thanks
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MCP
Hi All, I'm a month away from taking a MCP 70-290, and i was wondering, when i pass (if..) is there anything i get from Microsoft to say i have passed? Someone was mentioning a credit card sized card but i wasnt sure if that was just for the MCSE? Can anyone shed any light on the subject... Thanks
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Will Novell SELF STUDY KIT be all that is needed?
I'm thinking about buying the Novell self stuydy kit for one of the required CNE certifications. Has anyone seen a Novell self stuydy kit and if so, what is included?Books, CD's, loose papers etc? Most important - Is a specific study kit for a certification all that is needed to master the objectives and pass the exam? The…
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Anyone taking the new betas?
I managed to get both lined up over the weekend. I doubt I'll pass, but I'd like to get a first hand idea of what these are like in case I decide to go for them later.
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Last shout for MCNE
Im busy finishing my CNE exams at the moment. If they continue to go well I have a possibility of completing the MCNE before the track retires. Novell have given me until May 14th to finish up. Passed TCP/IP last Friday. Prepping for Advanced Admin and 6.0 upgrade tests now. It's been a while. I passed CNA 5 in 1999. Then…
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Testout for CNA
Has anyone used the Testout CBT's. They are currently discountined but i found them used on the net. I was wondering if they are any good.
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CWNA Demand
I'm considering switching over to CWNA mode since I'm bored with my Cisco stuff at the moment. Do you guys think the CWNA is a valuable cert to get, career-wise? A search for CWNA on Dice.com only gives 11 results (then again, a search for JNCIA only gives 13 results). What do you guys think?
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Intimidation...
I was at the book store tonight with my girlfriend and as of now I'm only about half way through the Network+ book but I figured I'd take a look at some ccna books and some of this stuff looks pretty intimidating, but I guess the stuff I've got a handle on now; looked that way before I studied it too, but it's kinda scary…
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cain & able
hey guy's anyone familar with cain & able I was wondering why my ethernet interface address (10.1.2.160) isn't showing up in the dialog box?
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What is the best certification track in Cisco? Voice????
HI everyone... What do you think the best certification track in Cisco? Voice???? in terms of getting a job after certification.??
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Lenovo (IBM) Portables & Desktops Cert - Time crunch!
I start a new job tomorrow and they are offering an incentive if I get certified within 3 weeks (is that even possible???) The details are scarce, but from what I was able to figure out, Lenovo is basically IBM certs. It seems that not many are taking these tests or making the information public as a search of this forum…
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Vista to become another ME?
If you all haven't already been informed, a new operating system is being developed by Microsoft. They call it Windows 7. It's in early stages of development and according to Microsoft it is scheduled for release by 2010-2011. But other resources are showing a more realistic date of being Q3/Q4 of 2009. If this is the case…
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Dell Certification
Hi to all, I need Customer Number for registration at https://dcse.dell.com/register.asp for Dell exams. How do I get this number ?! Thanks !
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Timeframe for CWNA
Hi, i don't know much about the exam besides that it's 60 questions. What is normal study time? To give you guys an idea of me it took me 5 months for ccna. Of course this all depends on experience. mabye 2-3 months for cwna?
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should i make a fuss about WEP?
Im not on the CWNP track, but this seemed like a good place to ask my question Im a new IT tech, only been onboard for 3 months, and i find myself in a position where im being told to do something that i feel i should not be doing, but im not sure because i have never configured a Cisco AP, only home-market AP's, i dont…
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IBM free exams
Hi guys, where i can find IBM free exams (web-based) ? thnx !
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Linux Certified Desktop Administrator Exam in Beta
Will be in beta in February. Novell Certified Linux Desktop Administrator 10 (Novell CLDA) Course 3086: SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Administration Test 051-708: SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Administration Novell Certified Administrator (NCA) Course 2000: Novell Networking and Services for Linux Test 051-706:…
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Tax Writeoff Question
My boss required me to get my A+ cert so that I could become Lenovo certified for my job. My question is can I write off the cost of the A+ tests on my taxes? Any ideas?
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What does Cisco Route or Microsoft Route mean?
I keep hearing "If you want to go the Cisco route..." or "If you wanna go the Microsoft route..." I was under the impression that Cisco was all the switches and routers and Microsoft the servers. Or can u have a network with all Microsoft? And a network with all Cisco? So I took it that you take the ccna for the routers…
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Guidance needed. Fresh graduates
Howdy everyone. I joined this forum long time ago when I first took my A+ exam. Thanks to great info from great people here, I was able to pass the test. Now I need another help from you deciding which paths to take. Briefly about myself. I'm 26yr old. Will graduate this June getting BS in Economics. I've skipped school…
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Networking (Where to start?)
Evening All, I currently have my MCSA and interested in studying for some Networking certs. I have little 'networking' knowledge and before my studies begin for CCNA (which is my 1st goal) is there any advice on other networking certs and / or books, before I attempt this? Is CCNA to much for someone with little networking…
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SCJA in the North Dallas area?
OK... At risk of humiliating myself... I have failed the SCJA 2 times and am sick about it. This is the last cert I must get to earn my BS in IT. I have basically no programming experience. I feel I know the Java material and I can code some small programs but I apparently don't know the material or I would pass. So I am…
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Trying to decide on a certification path...
I'm already studying up on A+ and going to take that in a couple of weeks. I'm trying to decide whether to go the MCDST -> MCSA -> then finally MCSE. I figure the Network+ and A+ will take care of the elective. I just don't have enough time to dedicate solely for MCSE studying so I thought about going that path so my…
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CCNA vs Network+
HI FOLKS i have completed my CCNA . now i am looking forward to take security+ its just because i like it. Guyz is my choice good????? and also ,is CCNA equal to Network+.
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70-431 MCTS SQL Server 2005
THis is all new to me, so hello. I am considering studying and preparing for the MCTS SQL Server 2005 test (Exam website70-431). Can anyone recommend any books and /or websites to prepare? Found 1 book on AMAZON called MCITP SQL Server 2005 Database Administration All-in-One Exam Guide (Exams 70-431, 70-443, & 70-444). Is…
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Cisco Student Guides vs Cisco Press Self Study Material
Do the student guides offered on Cisco courses (such as a 5-day Cvoice class, etc) differ a lot in content as compared to Cisco Press Self Study guides? I've heard that the student guides offer a 'straight-to-the-point' version of material as compared to a self study guides, but I myself haven't seen what the student…
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Need an inside opinion
Ok, so I've just passed PROJECT+ and it's time to perfom a review and create a plan for the future. When last week I mentioned to my boss that I'm doing this certificate she said " Certificates are for people narrow looking, and are a complete waste of time/effort/money" . She said that experience and knowledge are the…
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Boring CBT's
Hey Everybody, Do CBT's really work? I can't stay awake for more than 5 minutes!
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hello.
hi i am new to the forum discovered it last nite and decided to join. i am half way through my ccna course and was looking to the forums for inspiration. i want to do something in IT/Telecommunications but have vague career goals, other than to make a decent comfortable living. i found the cisco netacad forums to be really…
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career change
hi everybody i need some help here...im changing my career to IT-Networking. i was wondering if its a good idea to go to a career school offering a 1yr program in Networking like Chubb Institute or to go for an Associate's degree?
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CISSP Certification Straight Off The Bat?
Hi guys, a little wisdom if you will. I currently have 15 years experience in law enforcement, together with a number of years in InfoSec (within UK Mil). I am conversant with JSP440 and I wish to achieve CISSP certification. My quandry is which route is the most efficient way to achieve this. I am working towards A+ and…
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Server plus
This question is more or less for the people who run this site. I have been coming here for a few years. I notice you dont have anything on the server + in the comptia section. Is this because its not worth taking?? I have a new job that requires me to have or get it. They say because I cannot get my HP certs until I have…
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Wi-fi Networks Hidden Layer 1 Security Threats
Here is a nice and short white paper about Layer 1 threats to wireless networks: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps9391/ps9393/ps9394/prod_white_paper0900aecd807395b9.pdf
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CCA 4.0 Achieved!!
Hi! Because I was tired doing MS exams, I wanted to do something else... And because Citrix is one of the core components of our network, I found it very interesting to get some certifications for it. Yesterday I achieved my CCA for MPS 4.0!! I have made the eLearning in the morning and passed it with 95%. In the evening I…
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CCA Cert and Course
Hey guys - i have just a very very basic understanding of the concept of Citrix and that is about it - never actually touched it. At work they were allowing us to pick some training and because my client spoke about Citrix a few times i decided to go on and get registered for: Citrix Presentation Server 4.5 Administration:…
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EMC Proven Certifications
Anyone here have any experience with EMC certifications? Any advice on books/training materials for SAN configuration in general or EMC SANs in particular? We got a new toy at work and I want to know what all the buttons do...
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STP -Spanning Tree Protocol
What is the simplest way to figure out a DP designated port for all switches participating in the Spanning-Tree. I understand Root Brigde and RP selections.
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800,000 stolen social security numbers: a 22-year-old scape?
http://tech.blorge.com/Structure:%20/2007/07/26/800000-stolen-social-security-numbers-a-22-year-old-scapegoat/
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Penetration Testing TV Series Coming
It should star Keatron... http://it.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=07/12/18/2017223
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aironet 1200
Hi just after a bit of advice we are using the wireless aironet 1200 and we have quite a few blank spots, we were considering buying high gain antennae for the aironets and i was wondering if anybody has done this and which model of antennae did you use, and what type of improvements did you achieve thanks in advance
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job with CP cert
I'm getting an job offer from a firewall reseller. They will provide training and exam fees for the CheckPoint cert but I have to bound in the job for 1 year (with a small increment in salary after getting certified). How you guys think about it?
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Quick recertification question
Hey all. I just got word I am deploying again (just got back 3 months ago!), so I'll spend another 15 months there. The good news is deployment is where the good experience in this job happens. My quick question is: I have a good 8 months or so till the window opens where I may leave..I wanted to knock out 1-2 of my CCNP…
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that final push
so you;ve done your homework read your books, done your labs but how do you get motivated during those last 2 weeks to really pour it one I've been "ready" for my sec+ for a bit but with hollidays, company restructuring and whatnot when I get home at night i just don't have that gas to sit there for a few hours and pound…
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Failed SCSA Part 1
(Posting this here because I don't think there's another more appropriate forum) I failed part 1 of the SCSA (Sun Certified Systems Admin) test today. Unfortunately I already paid for and scheduled part 2 of the test for Monday, and I'll probably fail that also. It's too late to reschedule. This is the first exam I've ever…
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Beginning certification quest - need help - (MCSA/MCSE)
Hi everyone, i'm a college graduate with a diploma in the computer systems technician program. In the program, I had hands on experience working with Novell netware, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, wireless networking, and network security. I also had two courses, which prepared the class for the network+ and A+ exams.…
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Proxy vs Reverse-Proxy
Greetings folks, I don't believe that reverse-proxy is even on the Net+, but I'm still curious nonetheless. From what I've gathered on wikipedia, a reverse-proxy server seems identical to a regular proxy server; both act as a middle-man between the network and the outside world, both request services on behalf of an…
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**** MCSE 2003
Any Good **** out there for mcse 2003, all the exam I have till march this year to get it. I just completed the class and am wondaring if I can make it therefor the D day. Any help?
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Passed 70-270
Passed 70-270 on second try.Thanks to Microsoft for that 2nd shot. Missed it by a hair I would say the first time 687.Nailed it the second time.
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Bootcamps
I am new to this board. Does anyone have any experience with IT Bootcamps. I am interested in attending one(MCSE) I had a previous cert in CCNA years ago (expired) and have training and some hands on experince with MS. Most of them offer cert in less than two weeks. Is that realistic Would appreciate any insights on good…
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How popular or recognized is CCA?
Any replies would be greatly appreciated
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Passed Presentation Sever
I passed the Presentation server exam last week...Any tips on the e-learning thing? whats that about..is it difficult?
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Learnkey Training discounts
Hi, I was looking at going for the security+. I was given a 'older' book to study and on the inside page it mentions a discount that can be obtained because you bought the book, so I checked out the link and found this... http://www.learnkey.com/osborne 60% off any learnkey series? ( Im awaiting confirmation this is valid…
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GIAC GCWN vs MCSE: Security
I am currently a Certified GCWN (Giac Certified Windows Security Administrator) and wondering if it'll make any difference other than another cert on my resume if I get the MCSE: Security cert? My long term goal is to go for the CISSP when I have enough experience and I don't want to waste my time w/ the MCSE: Security…
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My new VM HD (love it!)
I just picked up one of these to hold all my virtual machines: Wester Digital Passport I spend a lot of time on three different machines (home, work, and laptop), and I was having a difficult time working through lab exercises across all of these machines. This has allowed me to keep working with the same setup regardless…
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Trend Micro Certification
Are they valuable in IT, what do you think about Trend Micro Certification in general ?
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Last Friday passed my LPIC 102
Hi Forum, I want to let you know I passed LPIC-102 so I'm an LPIC-1 now. Score (200-800): 710 (85%) (Needed 500 to pass) Prep: Many years of RH (starting at 6.2) working experience and a lot of lab @ home FC 5,6,7,8 and Centos 3,4,5. Also Ubuntu 7.04 (under VMWare) for a bit of Debian feeling. My Sun Solaris hands-on…
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Which program is better for future job oppournity?
I live in vancouver bc and there are several programs I am interested in taking. I guess I should give some background info about myself first.... well I am 24 right now and I have been working in a call center for the past 2yrs. I went to BCIT(Computer technology) when I was younger. However I was being lazy and didn't…
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New Poster
This is my first post so Hello. I would like to chime in about the CompTIA tests and some of the many posts I've read. first I would like to preface my comments by stating that obtaining the cert is two-fold (for me personally). personal interest, knowledge, curiosity, and future employment (they require it) that I'm…
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MCP KIT
I was just curious how long does it take to get your welcome package from Microsoft.On my score sheet it stated that I would recieve my MCP ID within 7 business days or so.But I have not recieved an email or anything?
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Masters or Certs?
Im very fortunate to have landed a job that will pay for all expenses if you want to go to school to get your masters. Right now Im just starting Information Assurance / Testing and I'm getting ready to start doing paperwork for my TS Clearance which they do for you. I only have A+/Net+/Linux+ with a B.S. degree. Would a…
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Microsoft 2nd Shot
Does anyone know if you are able to take advantage of this offer with MS Academy Voucher Numbers?? Or whats the correct MS Email address to ask?? Cheers!!
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Online Labbing/Question on potential skillset
Ok I know this has been asked and I have been looking for the thread but cannot find it for the life of me.. I have used a few websites and gone through some scenarios involving different techniques in regards to the various efforts that some pen testers go through in the daily trials. I would really like to find a…
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Very Good Article on Linux Certification
This is a fairly recent (July 2007) article by David M Williams on Linux Certifications that I thought was one of the best I have come across. All you wanted to know about Linux certification but were afraid to ask
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Security certifications...
hello there. I am very interested in getting some security certifications. What's the best practice and the best route to start off my security career? I currently work as a computer tech / network admin. I'm just looking for more of a wider range of computer knowledge. Cheers, Jamie
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Where to start?
I'm just about to finish my degree in entrepreneurship, and while working on launching a project on the side I need to get out of retail and start making some real money. I know linux very well, and windows enough that I could pass a few certs with self-study. My question is, what kind of probability do I have of getting a…
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Grrrr.. Prometric SUCKS.
I spent over an hour on the phone yesterday with Prometric trying to schedule the 072-621 academic exam. They kept telling me that the exam does not exist. I told them to search for 070-621, and they said it doesnt exist either. The only thing they said was "Well, I do see a 071-621, so maybe this is a beta exam". I know…
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New to The Field
Hi I am new here and just getting started in the IT field. I will be taking my first exam soon the 70-270 and my mind is going crazy. I was just wondering if anyone had any pointers or something so I could have an idea of what it will be like. I have been using the STS and doing ok with that but now that i'm so close to my…
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Online Learning
Has anyone on the forum found an online course that they liked? Or, maybe some you didn't like? My company is willing to pay for some courses but I want to use something that works. Let me know what your experience is/was. What was the website or company?
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taking RHCE in less than 2 weeks
This board seems to be pretty dead, which is surprising because the RHCE is supposedly one of the hottest certs right now. I know it seems very well respected at my organization (a Fortune 50 company), and that's the primary reason I'm studying for it. My fellow coworkers, some of which are more knowledgeable than me,…
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linux good enough?
Hi all, I am preparing for RHCE.today from somewhere a question came to my mind,i need ur advice,suggestions anything abt this.In terms of salary/perks, is LINUX good? I saw people giving hardwork to cisco certs,m$ certs.I mean If someone clears say LPIC,Comptia and RedHat and then few Oracle tit-bits,will she/he be among…
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What CBT's do you trust the most?
As I am beginning to start on 70-290, without knowing much about 2k3 server mind you, I am going to drop some coin on a CBT...I've come to grips with that. Now, I need to figure out which one will teach the best and give the most bang for the buck, so to speak. I have seen demos in the past where they capture short avi's…
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Is this the best site to discuss certification?
Although there is a lot of posting on this site and it's very well laid out, I'm just wondering if it's the best place to ask and discuss various certifications?
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SSCP Eligibility Query ?
Hi to all Security gurus ! Am working in Security Domain for past 8 months. I want to give "Associate of (ISC)² for SSCP" by next 2 months ( in Feb [10 months Exp]). Want to know am i eligible for the same or not ?.It's mentioned here that https://www.isc2.org/cgi-bin/content.cgi?category=1210 i can take the Associate…
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What certifications allign to different positions?
I guess my questions is which linux certifications are for certain positions? Helpdes/desktop support, junior administrator, system engineer? Thanks in advance, win2k4
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point of sale software.
can anyone recommend some training material for configuring point of sale software? such as microsoft dynamics, synchronics or quickbooks etc?
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Free Web Based RFID Self Paced Courses
Dear All, Signup here http://www.rfid4u.com/services/freeelearning.asp for free RFID basics and RFID & UID/DOD Compliances e-learning courses. RFID4U is a world leader in vendor neutral RFID learning solutions; we deliver a wide range of flexible training options, which can be tailored to your individual needs, RFID…
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Western Digital External Hard Drive Failure
What's up everyone!!??!! My brother has a WD My Book™ Essential Edition™ 2.0 that crapped out on him just this past week. It will not power on at all when he has it connect via USB. He already got a replacement power supply but the darn thing still doesn't work. He had a lot of information on there and if he goes to a…
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Advice please :)
Hi to all I need advice, since I was decide to go on Linux path I'm in dilemma (when I was thinking to push career in Microsoft I was thinking that my next step will be A+) now it's different, what to do with these two A+ and Security + ? What you think what is more valuable with Linux certification A+ or S+ ? I wanna have…
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Dell DCSE Certification
The requirements to get certified for the Dell Desktops and Portables exams on the DCSE website state that I must take Associate level exams in each of the two categories, however, I do not see the exams as an available option when I log into DCSE. The only exams I see are as follows: Notebook DCSE Personal Maintenance…
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Awesome Study Method
I've been using this for awhile, but I don't think I've ever posted it here. Check this Personal Wikipedia post at Life Hacker. A personal wikipedia sounds kind of dumb at first, but as you start taking notes, it quickly becomes a fantastic resource. I have my split up into each exam, then each study resource, then each…
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Exam futility
Is there any sort of record for failing a particular exam over and over (M$, Cisco, CompTIA,etc.)??? Failing miserably (200+ points) is one thing, but coming close time after time but not passing is nearly insane.
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Cisco and Pearson VUE Improve Security Innovations in Global
Cisco and Pearson VUE Improve Security Innovations in Global Test Delivery Alright, Cisco sent out an email earlier today stating that it will change it Security for content delivery. Now the Testing Centers have to take digital pictures of the candidates and file a digital signature for anyone taking a Cisco Certification…
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IT certifications to College credits
Hi all, Ive searched and have not found anything related to this yet. Now, I KNOW Ive seen advertisements on using your IT certifications for college credits somewhere... anyone have a list of what colleges do this? I called several colleges today and all of them said me no one does it. They all started with a "well, who…
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studying advice...
how do you guys use notecards in studying for certifications? I find my self using them alot but when I studied for my last exam (CCNA) I had about four hundred notecards. I felt that I was trying to hard to remember every little detail. I wasn't successful with this method and I was so bogged down with information that I…
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Hardware covered on latest A+ exams?
I've been downloading pdf's and checking out books from the (limited) public library in an attempt to study for the A+ core exam. I've noticed that even the more recent books (2005,2006) have alot of material about isa slots, parallel ports, and other hardware that I consider more or less obsolete. I've been making a…
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$$$$
How much can a Network Administrator Expect to make on average?My guess is 65k roughy 4 years experience.
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Path for certification
I have not done anything in the certification realm since 1998. In that year I got my MCP (Front Page) and A+ certs and never really considered getting any further certification. Now where I am at the job market is much more competititve (moved from DC to Albany/Poughkeepsie NY area) so I am thinking about getting some…
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Disappointing new certification kits from M$
Well I took that MCDST conversion exam (70-621), and passed. So today I get my new certification kits from M$. Man..talk about a disappointment 1. There were three flats A: The welcome to the new generation of M$ certifications kit B: The MCTS kit C: The MCITP kit Each flat had a certificate in it. However, only 1 of the…
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Best way to learn Linux?
Hey, I have a friend that wants to learn Linux, but knows little to nothing. He wants to go the certification route, but is kind of hesitant because reading reviews on books he said he always sees, "must know a little Linux when reading this", or "having some knowledge of Linux prior is a good thing." That discourages him.…
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MCAS
Hi, Im in the UK and Im trying to find where my co-worker can take any of the 77-*** exams. These are the MCAS type exams ( ie office applications ) I cant seem to find anywhere that tests for these and they dont come up under the prometric site. Anyone know of any takers of these exams and where in the UK they took them?…
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quick question
ive been reading about the requirements for the cissp and sscp certification exams, and it said i needed 5 years work experience or a masters in information security in order to be certified. on the website it also said that in order to become an associates i had to pass one of the cissp sscp exams and it was an entry…
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Hello CP forum
Hey guys, I've been working with the CP product on nokia's for about a year now. I have been pretty much all over the internet looking for user group forums, pretty much the only one I can find is at cpug.org... Am I missing something?? there seems to be a lack of forums/usergroups for these products and I was wondering if…
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Questionable questions in Transcender practice tests.
Let me start by saying that I absolutely love Transcender. I don't think I would have passed any of my exams without them. However, has anyone else encountered questions that are remarkably similar to the ones on the actual tests? Now, I know that it isn't possible to come up with completely original questions for some…
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Total questions 229 & 228
HI guys, Can anyone say how many questions there are on the SQL 228 and 229 exams? thx much
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I'm 41 and going back to school
Hello all! I have finally decided to get out of the manufacturing career I've been in for almost 20 years and get back to school (ITT Tech) and study computer networking. I make good money and was wondering what kind of money will a 2 year associate degree get me? I'm pretty computer literate, and find school easy...so…
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Secret / Top Secret Security Clearance (US Citizens)
I've been thinking about doing this since there are a few air force bases around here and working on base or defense contractors would be rather nice. Anyone else have a Secret or Top Secret clearance? What is the best method for obtaining the clearance? Info apprecaited as usual.
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Clearances
How much can getting a top secret (TS) clearance help with your career and salary? Just curious to hear some opinions and maybe from those who have it.
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Cracking wep.....
I'd like to play around with cracking wep. I have a live linux security distro (backtrack2) with all the software i'd need, i'm just not sure how to go about doing it. Does anyone know of a decent guide? Most of what i find is from like 2005 and earlier, and seems to be a bit outdated.
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What would it take at my level?
I have browsed thru some of the material for the CWNP and i was wondering how hard it would be for someone at my level to complete this cert it took my 4 days to study for network+ and I have a Job were i setup wireless networks only basic ones tho. let me know what you think and how long it would take for me to study or…