Hardware & Software Archives - Phoenix TS https://phoenixts.com/blog/category/hardware-software/ The Training & Certification Experts Thu, 05 Mar 2020 22:07:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 How to Get Started in a Cyber Security Career https://phoenixts.com/blog/get-started-cyber-security-career/ Thu, 01 Aug 2019 15:53:13 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=90464 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Information Security Analyst job roles are expected to grow by 28% (much faster than average) between 2016 – 2026. Experienced cyber security professionals are increasingly in demand. This news offers hope for those interested in a cyber security career. But knowing where to start and what to learn about […]

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]]> Do You Need Programming Skills for a Cybersecurity Career? https://phoenixts.com/blog/do-you-need-programming-skills-for-a-cyber-security-career/ Tue, 05 Mar 2019 13:59:29 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=15620 [This post was originally published on 10/19/2015 and updated on 3/5/2019.] Students ask our Training Consultants this question often. The simple answer is yes, you need programming skills for a cybersecurity career. However, the answer depends on your intended specialty in cybersecurity. For managers, offensive and defensive cybersecurity professionals, the answer varies. Offensive and Defensive […]

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]]> CCNA vs CompTIA Network+: Which Should I Get? https://phoenixts.com/blog/ccna-vs-comptia-network-plus-which-should-i-get/ Mon, 04 Mar 2019 13:13:15 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=37132 [This post was originally published on 12/10/2015 and last updated on 3/4/2019] There are numerous discussion boards out there all posing the same question: CCNA or Network+ – Which one should I get? Here is our breakdown of what each certification is, and why you would (or wouldn’t) want to pursue it. Why You Should […]

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]]> Is the CompTIA Network+ Certification Worth It? https://phoenixts.com/blog/comptia-networkplus-worth-it/ Thu, 28 Feb 2019 13:59:10 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=36558 [This post was originally published on May 31st 2016 and last updated on February 28th 2019 .] The CompTIA Network+ certification can help launch or contribute to a career in networking, cyber security, Linux administration, or related fields. Network+ is a foundational certification, but you shouldn’t necessarily downgrade its value due to that fact, especially […]

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]]> 5 Free Study Resources for the CompTIA Network+ Exam https://phoenixts.com/blog/5-free-resources-for-comptia-network-plus-exam/ Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:24:34 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=57924 [This post was originally published on February 2nd 2016 and last updated on February 20th 2019.] Studying for the CompTIA Network+ exam can be daunting. Whether you’re in a class or self studying, learning from multiple resources is a great way to enhance information retention and solidify your understanding of new concepts. First, you should […]

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]]> Red Hat Linux Versions: Fedora, Enterprise, and CentOS https://phoenixts.com/blog/red-hat-linux-versions/ Thu, 07 Dec 2017 20:49:27 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=97490 Many software and operating systems now offer similar services and functions in today’s rapidly advancing IT world. This has made it difficult to determine the “best” OS or software application on the market. Manufacturers are launching readily comparable products forcing organizations to face the reality of being in charge of determining which OS or software […]

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]]> What is Linux? https://phoenixts.com/blog/what-is-linux/ Wed, 04 Oct 2017 21:18:25 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=97188 Almost everyone is familiar with Microsoft or Mac operating systems, but did you know those two are not your only choices when it comes to computer operating systems? This post will help you gain insight into one very common question, “What is Linux?” What Is Linux? First introduced in 1991 by Linus Torvalds, Linux is […]

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]]> RHCSA & RHCE: Certifications for Red Hat System Administrators https://phoenixts.com/blog/rhcsa-rhce-certifications-red-hat-system-administrators/ Sun, 24 Sep 2017 19:12:00 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=97223 While Linux is an open source operating system, Red Hat has been able to secure a hold on the market with its vendor specific Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) system and various other technologies. Additionally, they have been able to develop highly regarded credentials to accredit one’s knowledge in their platforms and technologies.  Unlike many […]

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]]> How to Identify and Prevent PUPS and Portable Apps https://phoenixts.com/blog/how-to-identify-and-prevent-pups-and-portable-apps/ Tue, 28 Feb 2017 15:14:29 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=95861 Computer security courses cover malicious software (malware), but the material rarely address Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs). What is a PUP? First, PUPs go by many names, including bundleware, junkware, adware and for mobile devices, Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUAs). I would actually characterize PUPs into two distinct categories; nuisance programs and security threats. PUPs are a […]

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]]> Booting into UEFI Mode – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly https://phoenixts.com/blog/booting-uefi-mode/ Mon, 11 Jul 2016 12:00:50 +0000 http://phoenixts.com/?p=92012 UEFI is a much needed replacement for legacy BIOS setups. As for how it works – that’s going to take a bit longer to explain. There are quite a few advantages that UEFI has over BIOS setups, as well as some potential problems to consider. To understand UEFI it’s helpful to have a solid grasp […]

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