Protecting Yourself from Identity Fraud: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action

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Identity fraud Identity fraud, also known as identity theft, is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for individuals and businesses alike. With the increasing digitization of our lives and the proliferation of personal information online, the risk of falling victim to identity fraud is higher than ever. In this blog, we will delve… Read more »

What Is Whaling ?

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Whaling Phishing attacks, a form of cyber attack where malicious actors trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years. One type of phishing attack that has gained prominence is “whaling,” which targets high-level executives and individuals with access to valuable data or funds. Whaling attacks are highly targeted and personalized,… Read more »

CompTIA Sec+ | Get Hired for a CompTIA Security+ Role: Interview Questions and Answers

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How to prepare for CompTIA Network + Job? Questions Answers 1. What are some common cybersecurity threats and how would you defend against them? Common cybersecurity threats include malware, phishing, and ransomware. Defenses can include firewalls, antivirus software, and user education. 2. What is your experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems,… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

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Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) RDP is a Microsoft-designed technology that allows two computers to share a GUI using a network connection. RDP is a proprietary technology initially built by Microsoft that allows two computers to exchange a graphical user interface (GUI) using a standardized network connection. This article explains the meaning of RDP, how it… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)

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Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) MPLS – short for Multi-Protocol Label Switching – is a now-aging network routing system that transfers data between nodes using labels that denote predetermined pathways instead of network addresses that refer to the nodes themselves. This article explains how MPLS works, its types, and the core architecture.  What Is MPLS (Multi-Protocol… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Load Balancing

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Load Balancing Load Balancing Definition: Load balancing is the process of distributing network traffic across multiple servers. This ensures no single server bears too much demand. By spreading the work evenly, load balancing improves application responsiveness. It also increases availability of applications and websites for users. Modern applications cannot run without load balancers. Over time, load… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)

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HTTP The Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is an application-level protocol for distributed, collaborative, hypermedia information systems. This is the foundation for data communication for the World Wide Web (i.e. internet) since 1990. HTTP is a generic and stateless protocol which can be used for other purposes as well using extensions of its request methods, error… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Difference between Private and Public IP addresses

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Difference between Private and Public IP addresses What is an IP Address? An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a numerical identifier, such as 192.0.2.1, that is associated with a computer network that communicates using the Internet Protocol. An IP address is used for two purposes: identifying a host or network interface, and addressing a… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Single Mode vs. Multimode Fiber Optic Cables

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Single Mode vs. Multimode Fiber Optic Cables Many decisions come into play when installing fiber optic cabling.  By far, one of the most important questions is whether to install single mode or multimode.  This decision has huge implications for your network’s distance, bandwidth, and budget, so it’s vital to understand the differences between these two… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Distinguish between Connection-Oriented and Connectionless Service

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Distinguish between Connection-Oriented and Connectionless Service Connection-Oriented Services In a connection-oriented service, each packet is related to a source/destination connection. These packets are routed along a similar path, known as a virtual circuit. Thus, it provides an end-to-end connection to the client for reliable data transfer. It delivers information in order without duplication or missing… Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

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Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) SNMP stands for Simple Network Management Protocol. It is an Internet-standard protocol for handling devices on IP networks. Devices that typically provide SNMP include routers, switches, servers, workstations, printers, modem racks, and more. It is used mainly in the network management framework to monitor network-attached computers for conditions requiring regulatory attention…. Read more »

CompTIA NET+ | Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE)

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CompTIA NET+ | Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) is a routing protocol developed by Cisco Systems in 1994 that allows a wide range of network-layer protocols to be contained inside virtual point-to-point or point-to multipoint links over an Internet Protocol network. Protocol encapsulation, not GRE specifically, breaks the layering sequence, according to… Read more »

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: Backup and recovery

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Follow @ASM_Educational Backup and recovery procedures protect your data against data loss and reconstruct the data, should loss occur. When searching for a backup solution, you’ll find that there are two main types of backups: “file-level backup” and “image-level backup.” File-Level Backup File-level backups are the most common type of backup. This method has been… Read more »

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: Types of Buses

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Follow @ASM_EducationalSource by Wikipedia A bus is a set of signal pathways that allow information to travel between components inside or outside of a computer.     Types of Bus   External bus or Expansion bus allows the CPU to talk to the other devices in the computer and vice versa. It is called that because… Read more »

CompTIA A+/Network+ | Microsoft MTA O/S / Networking: Straight-through, Crossover, and Rollover Wiring

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Follow @ASM_Educational   ComputerCableStore   When talking about cable pinouts we often get questions as to the difference in Straight-through, Crossover, and Rollover wiring of cables and the intended use for each type of cable. These terms are referring to the way the cables are wired (which pin on one end is connected to which pin… Read more »

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: MOD Advanced Computer Troubleshooting II

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Follow @ASM_Educational Source Quizlet   What are three common problem areas with laptops? Displays Storage devices and RAM Power and input devices     What tasks are associated with verifying work order information? Troubleshooting     What are the three possible areas that a technician must check for printer errors? The device Cable connection The… Read more »

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: -Inkjet printer

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Source: Adopted From www.computerhope.com The most popular printer for home computer users that prints by spraying streams of quick-drying ink on paper. The ink is stored in disposable ink cartridges, often a separate cartridge is used for each of the major colors.

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: AIO Printer

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Source: Adopted From www.computerhope.com Alternatively referred to as a Multifunction printer(MFP), AIO is short for All-In-One. It is used to describe a hardware device such as an all-in-one printerthat is a printer, fax, and scanner all in one device.

CompTIA A+ | Microsoft MTA O/S: How a virus works

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Source Computer Hope     The word “virus” is often used as a common term for all malicious programs, but technically a virus is a program or code that attaches itself to a legitimate, executable piece of software, and then reproduces itself when that program is run.