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Unused servers

Hemlock
We have a dedicated lab with 20 rack Dell R620 servers that are used for a specific course geared around Server+.
We do lots of Hyper-V as we have access to Windows Server OS's through our Microsoft subscription to Azure Dev Tools to Teaching. (Free)
But I gotta say, the students love this course because they get to touch real rack equipment. We have 5 racks with 4 servers on each rack.
We use a KVM to access the servers.
But once they are booted, they can use Remote Desktop to login to the server remotely from their classroom workstation.
If they need access to the real server itself, they can walk up to the keyboard and mouse.
The servers are crazy old, but it's the foundation things they learn that is key.
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Unused servers

Tess Sluijter
I was going to say: you could always just make Proxmox clusters out of them.

I also always have one really old clunker, that's still complete, laying about so I can show my students "just what exactly IS a server?". Doesn't matter that the R720 is 12-15 years old, the concepts still apply.
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Unused servers

Daniel Sanford
In our program we were utilizing several servers for hosting vms through VMWare on GNS3. However we recently had to stop due to the increase in VMWare licensing costs. So, now we have several servers that are essentially unused. We are considering other types of vm software, but I wanted to see if I could get any good ideas of how we could utilize them outside of VMs to help with student learning. Any input would be appreciated.
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Predictive Analytics-Prime Time?

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I totally agree with Jason - predictive analytics far beyond a question whether to use to - it was used - now what? If you want elaboration check out and Algorithms to Live by and watch the movie Minority Report - its a lot closer to reality than most people realize:

How Cops Are Using Algorithms to Predict Crimes | WIRED​

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Questions Regarding A+ 1200 Series and CertMaster Learn

Stephen Schneiter
Hi @Joe Brown, I reached out the Product team and they have provided the responses below. You can also check out the CIN Instrucotr Toolbox we hosted earlier this year where we went into detail with the CertMaster content and discussed the features. You can find it on-demand here. https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4889911/993E4AD3DA0CD7A1DE986E9E0B6BF259

The answers to your questions:
  • the outline is not the same - the ebook doesn't include labs or assessments, but CertMaster Learn does. The outline does follow the same flow of content, but CertMaster Learn has more assets than just the text you'd see in an ebook
  • There are assessments built into CertMaster Learn
  • There are labs built into CertMaster learn. They are directly in the outline and there isn't a dedicated "Labs" tab. You can filter by labs at the top of the outline.
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New voucher pricing is per-version?

Tess Sluijter
That's what I was expecting: just the annual price hike.

Which is why this confuses the heck out of me. It's the first time I see them make vouchers for two versions (which you can still use for either version) and then apply a price diff there.

It's just so weird.
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CIN TTT Series: A+ Core 1 220-1201

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Stephen Schneiter said:
Join CIN and special guest Lynn Warne for the CIN TTT Series: A+ Core 1 220-1201. The series will cover ten sessions covering the A+ Core 1 exam domains. Lynn will teach the advanced skills and concepts covered on the exam as well as hands-on activities with key technology tools to help students launch a career in IT.

What: CIN TTT Series A+ Core 1 1201 10 sessions
When: April 1, 2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central Daylight Time, Tuesday and Thursday through May 1, 2025
Who: Lynn Warne
Where: ON24

REGISTER HERE
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When will this be available on the website
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Looking For CompTIA Training Instructors For Durham, NC

HLC
Rafael Caballero said:
What Mark said about "CompTIA not certifying instructors" is correct. However, it’s worth noting that CompTIA previously offered a certification for instructors called CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+). This certification was officially retired at the end of 2023, but those who earned it—myself included—hold it for life. So, technically, it can still be mentioned if relevant.
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Thanks, that's good to know!
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New voucher pricing is per-version?

Tess Sluijter
Hi all,

There have been a few threads about this on r/comptia the past week. Like this one -> Login to view embedded media
Up until very recently, one would always buy an examination voucher for a specific certification. You'd buy a voucher for A+, Net+, Sec+, etc.

But now the shop has vouchers per exam version? And the new A+ exam is actually more expensive? What the heck?

  • 1101/1102 vouchers are EUR 228 apiece.
  • 1201/1202 vouchers are EUR 244 apiece.
What's even stranger is that, it's been reported on Reddit, you can still use the cheaper 11-series voucher to book a 12-series exam. CompTIA's own FAQ also says this is still true.

CompTIA, you're now just creating needless confusion.

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Requesting options for classroom textbook and lab for A+ and Net+

Tess Sluijter
If worse comes to worst, make one yourself. That might even give you a product to sell. :)

That's the approach I took for Linux+: yes, the students use the Sybex book which also includes labs. But those aren't enough, so for the entirety of Linux+ I have made lab instructions. Instead of selling them, I've put them up under CC BY-SA-NC license -> https://github.com/unixerius/XK0-005

I realize 1201/1202 are a much bigger chore than Linux+. But, if you're in trouble you might as well make it yourself.
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Hiring for a contractor in Elizabeth City, NC

baylis
bsivongsa said:
Partly plagiarized from another post as she received great responses and feedback and wanted to keep it rolling..

We're looking for experienced trainers/mentors to join our team and teach a variety of CompTIA IT / Cyber / Cloud / PMP / CSM / Azure certification courses, including:
  • IT Fundamentals +
  • CompTIA A+
  • Network+
  • Security+
  • Cloud+
  • PenTest+
  • CySA+
  • CASP
  • PMP
  • ITIL
  • Scrum
  • Azure
About Us
We are a start up IT company out of Elizabeth City, NC. Our mission is to organically grow IT professionals in the local community to support local businesses, local, state and federal customers. We would prefer in person classes but willing to do remote work for the right candidate. We are in discussions with a local community college to partner with their workforce development which could lead to a more permanent job however, as of now this assignment would be contract work, part time. Active certification maintained through CEU's works or certified in the latest version of the above certifications. No degree required. No clearance is necessary but would be a bonus. Local trainers would be ideal however training can be remote for the right individual/s. Eastern Standard Time. Language would be English.

What We're Looking For
  • Experienced Instructors: Prior hands on experience in the field as well as teaching, training, and mentoring experience in all of the above.
  • Certifications: Must hold current certifications in what you will be teaching.
  • Flexibility: Local trainers are preferred but delivery is remote for the right candidate. Times would be between 0800-1600 EST.
  • Engaging Educators: Trainers who can inspire and guide students, ensuring strong engagement and high pass rates as well as job placement rates.
  • Please ensure you can keep the class engaged, lighthearted and fun.

  • Competitive Pay: Starting at $30/hour with opportunities for increases/bonuses based on performance, student engagement, after class attention to student needs, pass rates and job placement rates. Time can be spent assisting the school in process improvements, new ideas to attract new students and provide successful outcomes for all.
  • We would like to also include ITIL, Scrum, and PMP, Azure, AWS, CISM, CISSP. If you’re certified in these areas or know someone who is, we’d love to discuss.
Looking to have our first class 16 June for IT fundamentals + so looking any and all responses. If you have any short recordings of previous classes I would love to take a look.

my email is

[email protected]

You can email your resume or drop it off on our webpage under careers.

Thank you and we look forward to working with you!
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linkedin.com/in/allenbaylis
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Wondering what type of organization you work for as a trainer

Gregory Childers
I have worked for training centers and as an independent contract trainer. I have traveled to all 50 of the states in the US, as well as DC and Puerto Rico. I've also traveled to six countries abroad. I've taught for local, state, and federal government. Health care, shipping/logistics, food services, manufacturing, defense companies, universities, community colleges, and school districts. I've taught in almost every industry and in most of the United States.
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