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.

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:

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Dear Colleagues,

I am excited to share a complete training course for CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) that I’ve prepared in Urdu/Hindi, and the best part – it’s completely free!

This course covers all domains of the certification along with hands-on exercises to equip learners with the skills required to succeed in the cybersecurity industry.
My goal is to support students who may struggle with costly training programs or face language barriers, ensuring they have access to the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in this field.

I believe this initiative will be especially beneficial for those who wish to pursue a career in cybersecurity but are held back due to financial constraints or the lack of resources in their native language. By providing them with this course, we are giving them the opportunity to build a solid foundation in cybersecurity and move one step closer to a rewarding career.

I kindly encourage you to share this with your students and anyone who could benefit from it. Let’s work together to help our youth overcome these challenges and achieve success in the cybersecurity world!

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In addition to the Cert Master content, can anyone recommend other resources they used for practice leading up to the exam or recommendations based on their experience with the exam, without giving away too much about the exam.
TryHackMe and Hack the Box have a bunch of content...just not sure what's applicable to CASP+/SecurityX, and what other resources are available.

I've got study materials like books, practice MC questions and flashcards covered.

Thanks!

NOTE: I do not work for NetCom Learning, so posting replies will not help anyone. Please use the contact information below.

Course: CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep (Exam SY0-701)
Dates: September 16th to 27th
Timing: as per POC TBD
Mode: Onsite
Location: GA
Duration: Bootcamp session 10 days
Student: 10-15

Looking forward to your response.

Thank you,
Sharda Bhattacharya
Training Manager
NetCom Learning
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 332-330-9084
Fax: 646-292-5170

As a follow-up from our CIN Instructor Toolbox webinar about how AI may be incorporated into course delivery, I thought we could keep the conversation going here in the community. Do you have a best practice for using AI in your course? Do you have examples or prompts you would like to share? Do you have an AI resources you would like to share? Maybe you have a question about using AI in the classroom. Let's talk about it here.

Looking forward to sharing! If you missed the webinar, you can view the on-demand session.

I read about CompTIA AI but this not recognize in my present living country. Wonder CompTIA Expansions content is much deeper enough for professional beside basic, should have content such as LLM or Adversarial.

Or I missed something about this?

Dear CTE Teachers and Administrators,

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Hello,

Can anyone provide me with the latest instructor slides for CASP+ and Pentest+?

Last week I delivered a Pentest+ for Firebrand training, the labs were a great resource to support the course. Have you delivered a Pentest+ recently and used the labs.

Has anyone received their voucher for Network+ yet? Not sure if it has been issued...thought I would ask....