How do I register for the Cloud+ Train-the-Trainer? I usually get the invites, but I didn't get them.

Thanks!

Adrienne Crosby

As industries increasingly rely on data to inform decision-making, CompTIA’s DataX certification seems poised to become a crucial part of the cybersecurity landscape. I'm particularly interested in how this certification might bridge the gap between data analytics and security. Are any of you planning to introduce DataX in your teaching, especially for students aiming to specialize in data security and analysis? Would love to hear how others see this fitting into current learning pathways!

With the rise of AI-driven cybersecurity threats, I’m thinking about incorporating some discussion around this topic in my Security+ course. Are any of you doing the same? If so, how do you present it in a way that aligns with the exam but stays relevant to current trends?

Teaching cryptography can be a challenge due to the complex math involved. I recently designed a lab where students use OpenSSL to encrypt and decrypt files with different algorithms. It really helped them grasp the concepts. Does anyone have similar exercises or labs they'd recommend?

Let follow-ups strengthen your AI embrace​

Anybody looking at AI (Artificial Intelligence) and asking: “How can it make my life easier?” Yes, my fellow instructors here on CIN, I am talking to you. Here’s something built into AI that can help: Follow-ups. You can ask your favorite AI engine a question then write a follow-up to give you a more concise answer. Here’s how.

Follow-ups help you understand and use AI​

I am using Perplexity Pro, available at https://perplexity.ai. Here’s my first prompting example: “How much water should a 50-year-old man drink each day?” Perplexity answers with:

For a 50-year-old man, the general recommendation for daily water intake is about 15.5 cups, which is equivalent to approximately 3.7 liters or 125 ounces of fluids per day. This guideline includes all fluids consumed, not just plain water. About 20% of this fluid intake typically comes from food, with the remaining 80% from beverages. However, individual water needs can vary based on several factors:

• Activity Level: Increased physical activity, especially in hot or humid conditions, can increase water needs due to higher sweat losses.
• Climate and Environment: Living in hot, dry, or high-altitude areas can increase fluid requirements.
• Health Conditions: Certain health issues or medications may affect hydration needs. For example, conditions like diabetes or medications such as diuretics can increase fluid loss.
• Age: As people age, their sense of thirst can diminish, making it important to consciously ensure adequate fluid intake.

It’s important to note that while these are general guidelines, the best approach is to listen to your body. Drinking enough water to maintain clear, pale urine and adjusting intake based on thirst and activity level are practical strategies to ensure proper hydration.

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It is HOT outside​

Let’s follow-up this answer. I can add more info to create a more valuable answer. In the same thread, the prompt box presents, “Ask follow-up.” OK. Let’s do that. I type: “and the man works outside and the high temperatures this week will surpass 100 degrees Fahrenheit.” Perplexity answers with:

When working outside in high temperatures, such as those exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit, it is crucial to increase water intake to prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses. For a 50-year-old man working in such conditions, the following hydration guidelines are recommended:

• Drink Regularly: Consume approximately 1 cup (8 ounces) of water every 15 to 20 minutes. This equates to about 0.75 to 1 quart (24 to 32 ounces) per hour.
• Avoid Overhydration: Do not exceed 48 ounces (1.5 quarts) of water per hour to avoid hyponatremia, a condition caused by low sodium levels in the blood due to excessive water intake.
• Electrolyte Replacement: Consider drinking beverages with electrolytes, such as sports drinks, especially during prolonged periods of sweating, to replenish lost minerals like sodium and potassium.

Additionally, it is important to take regular breaks in shaded or cooler areas and to monitor for signs of dehydration and heat-related illnesses, such as dizziness, fatigue, or muscle cramps. Adjusting work schedules to cooler parts of the day and wearing appropriate clothing can also help mitigate heat stress.

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Reading level​

You can write (or let your AI engine write) content and check the Flesh-Kincaid grade reading level. Wikipedia has a fantastic article at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flesch–Kincaid_readability_tests#Flesch–Kincaid_grade_level. Getting back to business… I type: “and respond at a 6th grade reading level.” Perplexity answers with:

When it’s really hot outside, like over 100 degrees, and you’re working outside, it’s super important to drink more water to stay safe and healthy. Here are some simple tips:

• Drink Often: Try to drink about a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes. That’s about 3 to 4 cups every hour.
• Don’t Drink Too Much: It’s important not to drink more than 6 cups of water in an hour so you don’t get sick from too much water.
• Electrolytes: Sometimes, it’s good to drink sports drinks. They help replace important things like salt that you lose when you sweat a lot.

Also, make sure to take breaks in the shade and watch out for signs that you might need more water, like feeling dizzy or tired. If you can, try to work during the cooler parts of the day and wear light, breathable clothes.

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Just easier and more friendly, right? That’s because this verbiage is for those reading at a 6th grade reading level. Although this means kids in Junior High, it is also the reading level of several prominent newspapers. Sad. Sad. Sad. I know. Getting back to business… I type one more prompt: “and make this a Facebook post.” Perplexity answers with:

? **Stay Hydrated in the Heat!** ?
Hey everyone! With temperatures soaring over 100 degrees this week, it’s super important to stay hydrated, especially if you’re working outside. Here are some easy tips to keep in mind:

– ? Drink Often: Aim for about a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes. That’s around 3 to 4 cups an hour!

– ? Don’t Overdo It: Be careful not to drink more than 6 cups in an hour to avoid feeling sick.

– ? Electrolytes are Key: Consider sipping on sports drinks to replace important stuff like salt that you lose when you sweat.

Remember to take breaks in the shade and watch out for signs of dehydration, like feeling dizzy or tired. If possible, try to work during cooler parts of the day and wear light, comfy clothes. Stay safe and cool out there! ??
#StayHydrated #BeatTheHeat #SummerSafety.”

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Even more fun than the previous answer​

This is the easiest read. It also has cute emoticons, which Perplexity feels work well at Facebook. You polish your shoes to reach a better shine. You polish your AI prompts to reach better answers. Although I could have put all the prompts in one long run-on sentence, I was showing your follow-ups help you reach an answer that works. In case your wondering about all the “ands” in my prompts, see https://cybersafetynet.net/and-and-and-perplexity-ai-and-and-and/ to understand why I do that. Enjoy.

More​

AI ain’t so tough. See https://cybersafetynet.net/category/ai/ to help understand and use Artificial intelligence.

Thank you @Stephen Schneiter. Coordinating all these activities is no joke. ?

Had a student of mine ask about AI Essentials and if it would be offered in the future. I was not aware of any such things until he showed me this article:


And now I am curious, what is the latest with these expansions? Is this going to be a new pathway or what is going on with them. The article mentions a July 24 release, but I am not finding anything about them on CIN or other places. just curious.

I had the distinct pleasure of meeting @Stephen Schneiter and @Rick Butler , the dynamic duo behind CIN!!.
It was an exhilarating experience to connect with them in person. There's truly something special about face-to-face interactions that rocks and can not be replicated virtually.

Intellectual property is still relevant​

Last week, I argued intellectual property was no longer relevant. This week, I argue the opposite. Despite the challenges posed by artificial intelligence, intellectual property (IP) rights continue to play a crucial role in fostering innovation and protecting creative works. In case you've already read, https://cybersafetynet.net/does-int...rtificial-intelligence-generating-content-no/, fasten your seat belt. I am making the opposite argument here.

Human creativity remains central​

While AI can generate content, human creativity and ingenuity are still at the core of innovation. Humans design, develop, and refine AI systems, making critical decisions about their architecture, training data, and application. The creative process often involves human-AI collaboration, where AI serves as a tool to augment human capabilities rather than replace them entirely. Therefore, traditional intellectual property protections remain relevant for human contributions to AI-assisted works.

Legal frameworks are adapting​

IP laws are not static. They are dynamic. They evolve to address technological advancements. Courts and policymakers worldwide are actively working to modernize intellectual property laws to account for AI's impact. For instance, some jurisdictions are considering new categories of IP rights specifically for AI-generated works, ensuring that valuable innovations receive appropriate protection while maintaining the integrity of existing IP frameworks.

Economic incentives are still necessary​

The fundamental purpose of IP rights - to incentivize innovation and creativity - remains relevant in the AI era. Companies and individuals investing significant resources in developing AI technologies and AI-generated works need assurance that their investments will be protected. Without IP protections, cutting-edge AI research and development will decline.

Attribution and ownership challenges still exist​

While AI complicates issues of authorship and inventorship, solutions are emerging. For example, some propose attributing AI-generated works to the individuals or companies responsible for creating and deploying the AI system. This approach maintains the concept of human authorship while acknowledging AI's role.

IP rights help manage AI ethics and accountability​

As AI systems become more sophisticated, IP rights can serve as a mechanism for ensuring accountability and ethical use. By attributing ownership and responsibility for AI-generated works, intellectual property frameworks can help address concerns about the potential misuse of AI technologies.

Protection against infringement remains critical​

Even in an AI-driven world, the need to protect against unauthorized use or reproduction of creative works and inventions persists. IP rights provide a legal framework for creators and innovators to defend their work against infringement, whether by humans or other AI systems[2].

International cooperation is strengthening IP protections​

Global efforts to harmonize IP laws and address AI-related challenges are underway. International organizations and treaties are working to establish consistent approaches to AI and IP, ensuring that intellectual property rights remain enforceable across borders[2].

Summary​

In case your brain is melting, let me summarize here. AI presents unique challenges to traditional IP concepts. It does not negate the need for intellectual property protection. Instead, it underscores the importance of adapting and strengthening IP frameworks to address the complexities of AI-generated works. By evolving alongside technological advancements, IP laws can continue to foster innovation, protect creative endeavors, and provide essential economic incentives in the age of artificial intelligence.

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable instructor to teach a variety of CompTIA certification courses starting this Fall. This is a 10-month contract teaching position with synchronous online and face to face course delivery. This position will be part time, teaching two classes per session. There is a possibility of full time hours moving forward, but is not guaranteed at this time.

Courses to be taught include:

• CompTIA A+ (Core 1 and Core 2)
• CompTIA Network+ (N+)
• CompTIA Security+ (S+)
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• CompTIA PenTest+

Responsibilities:

• Teach classes covering the objectives for the respective CompTIA certification exams
• Develop engaging course materials, lectures, labs, and assignments aligned with certification objectives
• Provide interactive instruction, answer student questions, and facilitate discussions
• Grade assignments, exams, and provide constructive feedback to students
• Hold regular online office hours for student support
• Maintain accurate student records and submit grades on time

Position Qualifications​

• Current CompTIA certifications in the areas you will be teaching (A+, N+, S+, CySA+, PenTest+)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in IT roles related to the certification subject areas
• Proven experience teaching CompTIA certification courses, preferably in an online environment
• Excellent communication, presentation, and instructional skills
• Ability to create an engaging, interactive virtual classroom experience
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Basic proficiency with online teaching platforms and tools (training provided)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Industry certifications beyond CompTIA (Cisco, Microsoft, cloud, etc.)
• Prior curriculum development experience for certification courses
• Experience with virtual lab environments for hands-on exercises

Competitive compensation based on courses taught and experience.


Please submit your resume/CV along with copies of relevant certifications if interested in this opportunity.

Sorry, I have a problems
Where can I find the slides for teaching this course?
If I purchase the Instructor book for the course, will the slides be included? (on the Comptia store description it's not clear)
Furthermore, on the comptia store, reading the description for Instructor book N10-009 it seems that the PDF manual it's not included and cannot be downloaded, is it true?
Thanks in advance
Aldo

Does anyone know if we are allowed to embed the instructional videos that are found in the Instructional Strategies Toolkit into our courses? According to the guide, "The following instructional videos are designed to support instruction of Module 1 concepts and may be used as an instructional resource for learners or as a primer for instructors."

I can't find a way to get at the source code for the video and these do not show up as a selection when creating LTI links to the material from within our LMS.

Wow! I just passed my Linux+ test. I don't know why but I spend more time preparing for this exam when compared with my Pentest+ and CySA+, I was kind of intimidated by the fact that the vast majority of these questions you were not able to do an educated guess, you needed to know the commands. The best thing is that I got medium high 700's for the other tests and the Linux+ I got 822, still lower than my 885 on Security+ but damn, I was going in and out since February! This is a credential I make sure not to loose cause I don't want to take that test again!!!!!!!!!!!

Hiii
@Stephen Schneiter

I do not see voucher in my email till now . I see some of my colleage recieved already today

Does Cloud+ successful exam count as CEU for Security+
?

Join the CompTIA Instructor Network and special guest Brandon Grace as he Leads the Tech+ TTT series using the CompTIA CertMaster Learn content. Brandon will cover the exam objectives and provide hands on examples as you strengthen your Foundational IT skills. We will discuss how to cover the content with students and suggest various labs to let students gain hands-on experience as they prepare for certification.

What: CIN TTT Series Tech+ FC0-U71 10 sessions
When: Sept 10, 2024, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central Daylight Time, Tuesday and Thursday
Who: Brandon Grace
Where: ON24
REGISTER HERE

Hello, any possibilities of N+009 Exam voucher distribution this coming week?

I recently dealt with a client’s network outage caused by a misconfigured router. I had to dig into the routing tables and found that one static route was pointing to the wrong gateway. Once corrected, the network was restored. Have you encountered similar routing issues in your teaching, and how do you explain routing table troubleshooting to your students?

RSA encryption is still part of the team roster, but it's getting on in age.
What's the up-and-coming successor to this once-upon-a-time
perennial all-star?

If you do provide a response to this query, some evidence to support
your input would be most appreciated. Opinions and feelings don't
qualify

Happy Women's History Month!!!

Has anyone created Docker Labs for Teaching Student at Junior or community college level?

thank you

Who would I notify at CompTIA if I find a typo in the Sec+ SY0701 instructor guide?

Can anyone provide information on where to get past professional development training on the CompTIA’s website?

Is Zero Touch Provisioning a concept that's covered on any of the CompTIA
cert exams?

While I'm here, I welcome commentary that elevates the community's
understanding of Zero Touch Provisioning!

Traditional intellectual property thinking no longer applies​

In the era of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, the concept of intellectual property (IP) faces unprecedented challenges. As AI systems become increasingly capable of generating creative works and innovations, the traditional notions of IP become obsolete.

Has AI nullified intellectual property?​

Here are three reasons why I think intellectual property no longer exists in its current form in the AI era:

1. Blurred lines of authorship and inventorship in intellectual property​

AI systems can now create content and develop solutions that rival human-generated works. This capability blurs the lines between human and machine-generated content, creating significant challenges to traditional concepts of authorship and inventorship. When an AI system creates a piece of art or develops a new formula, determining ownership becomes complex. Is it the AI itself, the developers who created the AI, or the company that owns the system? But wait there’s more. AI systems often rely on vast datasets for training, which may include copyrighted materials. The process of machine learning involves analyzing and learning from these datasets, potentially creating derivative works in the process. This further complicates the issue of authorship and ownership, as it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish between human-created content and AI-generated works influenced by existing intellectual property.

2. Rapid pace of innovation outstrips intellectual property’s legal frameworks​

The speed at which AI technology is advancing far outpaces the development of legal frameworks designed to protect intellectual property. AI systems can generate new ideas, solutions, and creative works super fast, often iterating and improving upon existing concepts in ways that blur the lines between incremental improvements and major inventions. This rapid pace of AI-driven innovation creates several challenges for the existing IP system:

Not enough room here. Please see https://cybersafetynet.net/does-int...rtificial-intelligence-generating-content-no/.

Dear Colleagues,

I’m excited to announce that I have prepared a complete training course for CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) in Urdu/Hindi, and it is entirely free!

This course covers all domains of the Security+ certification, along with hands-on exercises, designed to equip learners with essential cybersecurity skills. My aim is to support individuals who face challenges in affording expensive training programs or struggle with language barriers, giving them access to high-quality education that can help them succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

I truly believe that this initiative will make a significant impact, especially for students and young professionals who have the potential but lack the financial resources or language support to pursue their goals. This free training is an opportunity for them to gain the knowledge and tools required to excel in the field and advance their careers.

I encourage you to share this with your students and community members who could benefit from it. Together, we can empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and help them overcome the barriers they face.

Link to the course:
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