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I'd like to inquire about your email client of choice - Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, whatever!!!!
Let me know what you use, and why, please!!!

By the way, is Hotmail the same app as Outlook????



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When I launch some PowerPoint slides using Microsoft PowerPoint, there are
multiple processes named "Microsoft Edge WebView2" that are launched
along with it. Why is this? What connection does this Microsoft Edge WebView2
thingy have with PowerPoint?

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How do you explain to students the importance of certifications like Security+ or CySA+ or Pentest+ when competing for cybersecurity roles?

Hello CINners,

What exactly is the target of a DNS attack? Is it the DNS server, or the
DNS client? Or, is it something else?


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How do you simulate real-world cybersecurity threats in your classroom?

One of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of hiring is aligning job requirements with the skills and experience necessary for success. Unfortunately, job postings are often misaligned, especially at the entry level. For example, it's not uncommon to see postings for "entry-level" cybersecurity analysts that require advanced certifications like the CISSP—certifications that typically take five or more years of industry experience to achieve and cost thousands of dollars.

Resource: Business Insider

This disconnect creates a ripple effect. It discourages qualified candidates from applying, perpetuates the talent gap, and makes it harder for companies to attract fresh talent. Worse yet, it sends a message that the employer may not truly understand what the role requires.

Why This Happens​

Hiring managers often default to "gold standard" certifications like CISSP or CISM because they’re widely recognized. But they don’t always take the time to assess whether these certifications are appropriate for the role in question. For example, the CISSP isn’t designed for someone just starting out in cybersecurity. It’s tailored for experienced professionals managing security strategies. Requiring it for an entry-level role is like asking someone applying for a learner’s permit to prove they can navigate rush hour in a semi-truck.



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With certifications like Security+, CySA+, Pentest+, and SecurityX, is it enough to have a cert and be considered ‘secure’ in a role, or do you think hands-on experience plays much bigger role in cybersecurity jobs?

Hello fellow instructors,

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve officially passed the Cloud+ CV0-004 exam!

Am grateful for the resources-Cert Master labs, and the support from this incredible community!

Big thanks to @Stephen Schneiter

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Network Segmentation - is this covered in any of the CompTIA courses?

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Which of your students' accomplishments has inspired you the most? Let's honor their accomplishments and talk about the factors that made them successful!

The UnixGuy ranks the best and worst Cyber Security certifications. He bases his rankings on several factors, including pricing, type of examination questions, relevance in the job market, practical skills learned, and quality of training.

At the bottom, he ranked bootcamps. No one in particular, just bootcamps in general. Just above that was EC-Council and Udemy.

At the top, he ranked INE Security, Let's Defend, Cyberdefenders, TryHackMe, HackTheBox, Security Blue Team, TCM Security, Zero Point Security, GRC Mastery, and the Google Cybersecurity Certificate.

He lists CompTIA in the middle. Above Cisco's Cybersecurity certs and ISACA's CISM but below ISC2's CISSP, SANS, OffSec's OSCP, MS Azure Security, and AWS Security.

Your thoughts?

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Many students ask whether they should pursue certifications or a degree. How do you guide them when it comes to balancing these paths in IT?

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Identity and Access Management - is it covered in any CompTIA course?
If so, which one?

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Is there any coverage of Dark Web concepts in any CompTIA courses?


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Hello CINners,

What Layer 4 protocol does IPSec use?

Also, is GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation) covered in any
CompTIA course?


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What does this process represent in Task Manager? Why does it appear?

When it does appear, the Status is always "Suspended"!!!

Help! I'm perplexed!!!!


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To save everyone time, here is where you can find the exam objectives for every CompTIA exam.

Hi everyone,

I'm being asked to possibly teach a Net+ course as a reskill for a group of employees. What's the recommended time for the training in a 9-5 setting?

Thanks!

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Is OWASP a part of any CompTIA course?


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Hello fellow CINners,
Compliments of the season to you all. Hope we are all enjoying the down time.

I have a question regarding certification strategies for individuals, typically between 0-3 years in the IT field, but eager to advance their careers.

> Experience vs. Certification: If a candidate feels confident in their abilities and has access to the necessary study materials and labs, is it advisable for them to attempt a certification that typically requires more years of experience? How can this impact their job applications and subsequent roles?

> Skipping Fundamentals: In situations where an IT professional has access to vouchers or sponsorship for more advanced certifications (like SecurityX or DataX), would it be wise to skip the foundational certifications opting to read up on the materials, and subsequently take these more advanced certifications?

I'm eager to hear your insights and experiences on this matter.

Thank you

Hackers are using Microsoft Teams to gain remote access to users' systems.
By sending phishing emails and impersonating trusted clients, they trick victims
into installing remote access tools like AnyDesk.

This lets them control the system, deploy malicious files, and steal information.
Always verify remote access requests and be cautious of unexpected Teams calls.



You know, I could put a new one of these out here each day if I just didn't have
anything else to do. There's certainly one to report each day!
My goodness, we're at war!!!!

Hi @Stephen Schneiter , may you kindly check for me as I haven't received the DataX voucher.

Thanking you,

SSH uses encryption methods that make decryption prohibitively difficult for outsiders.

Prohibitively difficult? Not good enough!!! I need something that will make decryption
IMPOSSIBLE for outsiders when I'm using SSH.

Anyone got anything?

Thank you.

Anything you want to add to either layer?