Operating Systems course - resource suggestions

I am reaching out for suggestions for textbooks/resources to use for a course that I am teaching. The course is an introductory to intermediate look at current Windows and Linux operating systems. The course description and objectives/learning outcomes are as follows:

Course Description:

This course examines two of the most prominent operating systems: Windows and Linux. Students will explore structural and functional topics in both operating system environments to complete hands-on activities that reinforce using various commands and interfaces for each task. Tasks include: Installing and maintaining operating systems; Configuring and utilizing standard utilities and applications; Implementing and maintaining files and file systems; Exploring the fundamentals of installing, managing, and configuring network clients.

Student Learning Objectives:
  • Configure and manipulate Windows and Linux-based systems operating systems
  • Configure and manage operating system interfaces, utilities, and applications
  • Perform basic file management operations
  • Create, mount, and manage operating system file systems
  • Identify, access, and control hardware resources
  • Maintain and update operating system installations
  • Connect and share operating system resources via simple network environments
This course bridges the skills and knowledge acquired from the CompTIA A+ objectives covering these operating systems to Microsoft Windows Desktop Admin certification objectives and CompTIA Linux+ objectives. It is not designed to teach System Admin level skills rather, it is intended to provide a deeper understanding and exploration of both environments before moving to the administrator level.

I have used a Cengage textbook for this course for the last 3 years, but it is now time to update. Cengage has discontinued the textbook/author relationship, so I need to find some new resources. What I have found does not really fit the course's objectives, and there are not many usable hands-on resources in the Cengage offerings that have been suggested.

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

JB

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Educational Institutions and Ransomware

In an earlier posting I discussed the importance of getting your name out there by writing articles. Since I've decided in retirement to teach less and write more, I thought it a good idea to share this article I wrote (and actually received compensation for). For those of you who are teaching at colleges and universities, I'd appreciate it if you have the same sort of opinions I've suggested.

Hope to be corrected

While I was trying the the Official CompTIA Linux+ Instructor Guide (XK0-005) that was provided to us as part of the Linux + TTT (By the way let me take this opportunity to million thanks and salute Mr. @Stephen Schneiter for providing us these resources and for all his efforts in CIN in general) I came across of this practice question (Pls see the attached pic).
CINers do agree on the answers that was provided by the system? If not we hope if COMPTIA product development team for Linux+ do the necessary to correct it. I know you are busy with many things and minor mistakes can drop by (That is OK). As a loyal to COMPTIA I just wanted to help you guys to correct these drops. Warmest Regards
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LIVE Product Demonstrations at CompTIA Partner Summit, come and see us next week!

Hello and Happy Friday!

We are excited to meet everyone at Partner Summit on August 3rd and 4th! The Partner Support Team will be hosting a variety of demonstrations in the Learning Lounge. These are open sessions, everyone is welcome to say hi and join in on the fun. Each session will cover a specific topic based around CertMaster Learn, CertMaster Labs or CertMaster Practice. See our schedule below, and we look forward to seeing you in the Learning Lounge.


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Partner Summit: Day 0

Hit the ground and got to meet a number of great folks already. @Stephen Schneiter and @Thomasina Hammond found me, even without the hat. I think the shirt gave it away. They're doing the last minute preps to get On24 out there for the virtual attendees.

Hope to see/meet more of you today or tomorrow! And if you're attending Virtually, post out here as well!

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More to come, for certain!

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LIVE Product Demonstrations at CompTIA Partner Summit THIS WEEK!!!!

Hello,

We are excited to meet everyone at Partner Summit this week!! As mentioned on our last post, The Partner Support Team will be hosting a variety of demonstrations in the Learning Lounge. These are open sessions, everyone is welcome to say hi and join in on the fun. Each session will cover a specific topic based around CertMaster Learn, CertMaster Labs or CertMaster Practice.

Be sure to mention this post when you attend one of our sessions to be entered in a drawing to WIN CompTIA swag, content and many more exciting giveaways!!!!!!!

See our schedule below, and we look forward to seeing you in the Learning Lounge. You can also add the events to your calendar by selecting the session you would like to attend, and then selecting add to calendar. (Please see image below for reference)



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Thank you, and we look forward to meeting you!
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To All Partner Summit Attendees -

The CTF is a friendly competition open to attendees at Partner Summit, allowing you to try solving real-world challenges that map to CompTIA Security+, A+, and Network+ exam objectives.

Have fun solving some challenges during your downtime at the Summit and learn a new thing or two - you'll even get to learn how to solve the challenges during a post-event workshop & reception for in-person attendees. Don't miss this opportunity to develop new ideas and test your skills.

How to participate!

1.) Register for Partner Summit - Remember Virtual is FREE
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There are a few steps to set up your account. I look forward to your creative LeaderBoard Names!

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CompTIA Inclusive Technical Language List

I am trying to create a list of CompTIA new inclusive technical language that has the old and new terms. I found this resource: https://www.comptia.org/blog/inclusive-technical-language. It is not a complete list, such as I do not see on-path (man-in-the-middle). Is there a complete list somewhere?

The Twelve Commandments of Security

From tonight's TTT and other associated posts...feel free to comment...

I would always print these out and display for Security Classes.

The Twelve Commandments of Network Security
  1. There is no such thing as Absolute Security and there are no silver bullets
  2. The three goals of security are Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability
  3. Always practice Defense in Depth as a security strategy.
  4. People, when left to themselves, make the worst security decisions.
  5. Security involves both Functional and Assurance requirements.
  6. Security through obscurity is never good policy.
  7. Security means risk management
  8. The controls of security are prevention, detection, and response.
  9. Complexity is the enemy of good security.
  10. Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt are not good motivators for security.
  11. People, Processes and Technology are all necessary in order to have good security.
  12. Open disclosure is a good thing for security.
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Average Success Rate

Greetings all!

I work for an organization that is expecting an 85% success rate, even during the pandemic. To them, success is defined by certified students. This was a pretty high standard to maintain, pre covid. I wanted to know if any one of my peers has been able to achieve this level of certification. If so, what is your secret? If you could share your success rate, that would be great as well. Thanks!

Partner Summit - you can now register for the Virtual Event!

Greetings, we are pleased to announce that if you can't join us in person, you can now join us virtually!!!! Register today to join us for live-streamed sessions or watch on-demand. Register today! https://mypartnersummit.comptia.org/virtual-event


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Liz

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