Many of you have probably heard of the popular security certification, the Certified Ethical Hacker. But not as many people know what to do after one obtains this certification. CEH certification will lead individuals to better job opportunities and salaries, but is limiting in what a certified worker can do.
This is why the EC-Council also offers training for Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator certification. The CHFI certification course is meant to be taken after successful completion of the CEH course. This is because it focuses on several similar techniques and general areas of study. It also ensures that the person has two years of security experience.
The CHFI course differs from CEH training in several ways, however. CHFI certification trains individuals to follow the technological footprints of hackers and penetrators of a network, while CEH certified individuals only learn methods in which to penetrate a network in a safe and ethical manner. CEH certificate holders provide a more preemptive answer to hackers, while individuals with CHFI certification can actually follow a hacker and provide evidence to lead to prosecution. CHFI training is geared more towards law enforcement and governmental defense workers, although IT managers, system administrators and security professionals will still have use for this certification.
Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator certification is a branch off of the main EC-Council training courses. Generally, a CEH certified person interested in further certification will go on to become a Licensed Penetration Tester and possibly an EC-Council Certified Security Analyst. All of these courses prepare students to assess the security risks of networks and potentially fix any of those issues. CHFI training is a deviance from this normal path that focuses on detecting hacking attacks and recording evidence to turn over to the proper authorities.
CHFI certification provides individuals with a number of job opportunities. Computer forensics is a fascinating field, and provides a change of pace from some of the more normal technology work. People can actually track a real person (or a bot set up by somebody), and collect evidence to warrant a legal case. Workers can see real-life results in the form of legal action, as opposed to securing a network, where you never actually know if your work is actually preventing a hack.
6.29.2009
6.25.2009
Microsoft Office 2007 – An Upgrade through Simplification
Microsoft Office 2007 is an extensive upgrade from earlier versions. It incorporates a new interface with most of the familiar programs such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Microsoft aimed to simplify just about everything in terms of tools available to users. One reason for the simplification was to allow all different users to find exactly what they needed, whether it is a young student writing a book report who needed to add page numbers, or a company writer looking to configure some of his text.
Simplification across the board also makes it easier for newer users to learn or train in the use of the updated software quickly and effectively. The ease of new software means less cost to companies that rely on Microsoft Office products daily. If employees need several training sessions to learn how to use the new software, that is more time spent away from the desk, and lost salary. So quick Microsoft Office 2007 Training is vital.
The new interface is designed to make different options available at one or two mouse clicks. Instead of the general “File Edit …” taskbar Windows users are so used to, there are now pages, also called the ribbon, which include Home, Page Layout, View and more in Microsoft Word 2007. These pages can be clicked to see different options without disturbing the work of the document. These pages can be chosen to easily find any of the options users had to struggle to locate on previous versions. According to Microsoft, the pages are helpful “to find and use the full range of features these applications provide.” Microsoft also says the new interface provides “an uncluttered workspace that reduces distraction for users so they can spend more time and energy focused on their work.” The ribbon can be minimized from the main toolbar, in which case Word reverts back to a more familiar page with the pages hidden. However, when those pages are clicked upon, instead of the former toolbar opening, it goes directly to the page.
In addition to pages, Microsoft has also introduced a simpler Quick Access Toolbar. The main button on that toolbar in Microsoft Word 2007 allows the user to quickly save, print, or open files, as well as view recent documents. Other default buttons on the toolbar include a quick save button and an undo button. Of course, all of this is customizable.
In addition to Microsoft Word 2007, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and most of the other popular Office programs have this updated layout. Some of the pages may differ based on the program, but the general use is the same across the board. Overall, Microsoft Office 2007 addressed some of the biggest problems it faced in the past, and accomplished them with flying colors. Office 2007 has a very quick learning curve, and, after a few basic instructions, users are able to easily navigate through all of the software.
Simplification across the board also makes it easier for newer users to learn or train in the use of the updated software quickly and effectively. The ease of new software means less cost to companies that rely on Microsoft Office products daily. If employees need several training sessions to learn how to use the new software, that is more time spent away from the desk, and lost salary. So quick Microsoft Office 2007 Training is vital.
The new interface is designed to make different options available at one or two mouse clicks. Instead of the general “File Edit …” taskbar Windows users are so used to, there are now pages, also called the ribbon, which include Home, Page Layout, View and more in Microsoft Word 2007. These pages can be clicked to see different options without disturbing the work of the document. These pages can be chosen to easily find any of the options users had to struggle to locate on previous versions. According to Microsoft, the pages are helpful “to find and use the full range of features these applications provide.” Microsoft also says the new interface provides “an uncluttered workspace that reduces distraction for users so they can spend more time and energy focused on their work.” The ribbon can be minimized from the main toolbar, in which case Word reverts back to a more familiar page with the pages hidden. However, when those pages are clicked upon, instead of the former toolbar opening, it goes directly to the page.
In addition to pages, Microsoft has also introduced a simpler Quick Access Toolbar. The main button on that toolbar in Microsoft Word 2007 allows the user to quickly save, print, or open files, as well as view recent documents. Other default buttons on the toolbar include a quick save button and an undo button. Of course, all of this is customizable.
In addition to Microsoft Word 2007, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and most of the other popular Office programs have this updated layout. Some of the pages may differ based on the program, but the general use is the same across the board. Overall, Microsoft Office 2007 addressed some of the biggest problems it faced in the past, and accomplished them with flying colors. Office 2007 has a very quick learning curve, and, after a few basic instructions, users are able to easily navigate through all of the software.
6.11.2009
Contest!! IT Training Blog Recognizes the Best Tech Websites
There is a lot of great tech information on the web. But a big problem is that it’s scattered all over, which makes it hard for interested readers to find many of the amazing websites and blogs. Oftentimes, we are sent a link to some tech article from a website we have never seen before. Every once in a while, that site is just so fantastic, my colleagues and I come back to it regularly afterwards.
That is why IT Training Blog has already started a contest to honor the best Tech sites online. It is an award to acknowledge some of the truly amazing tech sites out there that might not be getting as much traffic as they honestly deserve. The nominations will be comprised of websites that are both reader-recommended and discovered by the people behind IT Training Blog. These sites will generally have a new view of popular technology topics, or perhaps have up-and-coming ideas, or quite simply, are just higher-quality websites that provide consistent and interesting content.
So keep a lookout for tech websites that sport one of these little logos:
And be sure to send any recommendations our way.
That is why IT Training Blog has already started a contest to honor the best Tech sites online. It is an award to acknowledge some of the truly amazing tech sites out there that might not be getting as much traffic as they honestly deserve. The nominations will be comprised of websites that are both reader-recommended and discovered by the people behind IT Training Blog. These sites will generally have a new view of popular technology topics, or perhaps have up-and-coming ideas, or quite simply, are just higher-quality websites that provide consistent and interesting content.
So keep a lookout for tech websites that sport one of these little logos:
And be sure to send any recommendations our way.
6.05.2009
Why CCNA Remains Strong
The Cisco CCNA certification has become one of the most popular IT certifications in the world. Anyone looking to be recognized as a qualified network administrator should definitely consider obtaining the Cisco CCNA certification.
Cisco certifications and the CCNA have been around since the late 90's to give network administrators the hands-on skills they need to manage a network and to give prospective employers an authenticated way to measure those hands-on skills. Earning a CCNA has always been key to opening up doors to a highly rewarding and professional networking career because Cisco has maintained the standards to make sure that the successful CCNA holder will have more than just the vendor specific skills one gets by passing the CCNA exam(s). They will also have a strong understanding of networking as well as inter-networking regardless of the type of routers and switches. This fact continues to make the CCNA an invaluable credential for employers to feel confident in their networking staff.
The CCNA program provides a thorough introduction to networking with the Cisco operating system (IOS) and working with Cisco equipment and hardware. When studying for the CCNA you also obtain skills and learn important concepts about networking and inter-networking in general. This makes you a well rounded networking professional that can handle many different tasks related to a network. So whether you are an IT manager, Systems Engineer, or looking to become a networking professional, the CCNA will allow you to function, manage, and understand how your network operates and will create new possibilities for your career.
Cisco certifications and the CCNA have been around since the late 90's to give network administrators the hands-on skills they need to manage a network and to give prospective employers an authenticated way to measure those hands-on skills. Earning a CCNA has always been key to opening up doors to a highly rewarding and professional networking career because Cisco has maintained the standards to make sure that the successful CCNA holder will have more than just the vendor specific skills one gets by passing the CCNA exam(s). They will also have a strong understanding of networking as well as inter-networking regardless of the type of routers and switches. This fact continues to make the CCNA an invaluable credential for employers to feel confident in their networking staff.
The CCNA program provides a thorough introduction to networking with the Cisco operating system (IOS) and working with Cisco equipment and hardware. When studying for the CCNA you also obtain skills and learn important concepts about networking and inter-networking in general. This makes you a well rounded networking professional that can handle many different tasks related to a network. So whether you are an IT manager, Systems Engineer, or looking to become a networking professional, the CCNA will allow you to function, manage, and understand how your network operates and will create new possibilities for your career.
6.02.2009
Why A+ and Net+ Certifications are not just for career changers.
The A+ and Network+ Certifications will bolster any resume. Even if you have experience working in the computer hardware or networking fields, adding a certification is looked upon very favorably. Having one or both of these certs says to your employer that you are serious about improving your skill set; in turn, your employer will take you more seriously.
Advantages:
-- shows your superiors that you are a motivated professional
-- certified employees have salaries roughly 5-15% higher than their non-certified peers
-- open new career paths within your existing company
-- A+/Net+ classes are prerequisites for many of the intermediate and advanced IT certifications.
Becoming A+/Net+ certified is a big step in the right direction whether you are trying to enter a new career field in IT or simply wishing to improve your status in your existing field.
Advantages:
-- shows your superiors that you are a motivated professional
-- certified employees have salaries roughly 5-15% higher than their non-certified peers
-- open new career paths within your existing company
-- A+/Net+ classes are prerequisites for many of the intermediate and advanced IT certifications.
Becoming A+/Net+ certified is a big step in the right direction whether you are trying to enter a new career field in IT or simply wishing to improve your status in your existing field.
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