Free CompTIA Network+ Training: Router
A router is used to connect multiple networks together using sophisticated routing tables, which can determine the best route to get information or data packets from one network to another. The most...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Different Types of Switches
In this video, we’ll be continuing our CompTIA Network+ coverage on network devices. I’ll be going over the different types of switches available including Multilayer Switches and Content Switches....
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Advanced Switch Functionality
In this CompTIA Network+ training video, I’ll go over some of the more advanced functions of switches. I’ll explain each function and give examples of when said functions are generally used. You’ll...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Firewall and Proxy Server
In this CompTIA Network+ Training video, I’ll explain what firewalls and proxy servers are and how they work. You’ll learn about their core functions and how they are different from one another. I’ll...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Wireless Access Point
Continuing our free CompTIA Network+ training videos on the various network devices included in the exam, I’ll explain what a Wireless Access Point (WAP) is and how it is similar to, but different than...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Basic DHCP Server and DNS Server
In this free CompTIA Network+ training video, I’ll define basic DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) servers and DNS (Domain Name System) servers. I’ll also explain where you might find a basic...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: CSU/DSU
In this CompTIA Network+ training video, I’ll go over what Channel Service Units (CSUs) and Data Service Units (DSUs) are, what they do, and why they are used. A CSU/DSU is a hardware device that...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Media Converters
Media converters come in various shapes and sizes; the most common use and function of a media converter is to convert between twisted pair copper cables and fiber optic cabling within a network or...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Load Balancer and Bandwidth Shaper
In this video, I’ll go over two networking devices that you’ll need to know about before taking your CompTIA Network+ certification exam. You’ll learn about the differences between load balancers and...
View ArticleFree CompTIA Network+ Training: Network Devices Review
This network devices review concludes our CompTIA Network+ training series. These videos help to describe various network devices, functions, and appropriate times to use them.
View ArticleBest of TechEd 2010: Chicago Windows User Group Presentation
I just finished giving my presentation on my three favorite TechEd 2010 presentations at our local Chicago Windows User Group meeting. Below are the slides from the presentation which include most of...
View ArticleWindows Server 2008 R2: Active Directory Administrative Center
With the introduction of the R2 version of Windows Server 2008, Microsoft has introduced a number of new features. There are many behind the scenes features that have been added to increase the overall...
View ArticleWindows Server 2008 R2: Active Directory Best Practices Analyzer
As I mentioned in my last post, a number of new features were introduced in the R2 version of Windows Server 2008. Many behind the scenes features that have been added increase the overall efficiency...
View ArticleWindows Server 2008 R2: Active Directory Offline Domain Join
In my last two videos, we focused on two updates to the Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) that were made in the R2 version of Windows Server 2008. The first video, looked at the Active Directory...
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How to Convert a VMware Virtual Machine to a Hyper-V Virtual Machine
As you may know, VMware and Microsoft use two different formats for their virtual disk images, which means that the Virtual Machines end up with different file type extensions: VMware uses Virtual...
View ArticleNetworking Fundamentals: Master the OSI Model and TCP/IP in Under 1 Hour
You’ve probably heard of the OSI model and the different networking protocols, but do you really understand what they do? What’s their purpose? What are they really? And most importantly, why do you...
View ArticleNetworking Fundamentals: Master IP Addressing in Under 1 Hour
If you’re interested in a career as a Network Administrator, Systems Engineer, Network Programmer, Technician or Analyst, and if your goal is to obtain the CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA or Windows...
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The MCSE is Back!
The MCSE is back! Or as Microsoft has put it, MCSE: reinvented. Yes, Microsoft has done it again. They listened to the IT public and brought back the MCSA, MCSE, and MCSD certifications. Although the...
View ArticleUnderstanding the New MCSE Certifications from Microsoft
The reinvention of the MCSE has spawned a number of questions and concerns. I have spent a lot of time researching as much information as possible on this, and have had multiple discussions with the...
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Live from TEC2012: The Experts Conference
I’m here in beautiful San Diego, CA at the 2012 TEC – The Experts Conference. I’ve attended a few presentations already and thought I’d share my notes and impressions from my favorite sessions....
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