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Introduction Cisco’s Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) represent a major shift in enterprise wireless architecture. If you’ve worked with legacy controllers like the 5508, 5520, or 8510, you’ll notice big differences in how the 9800 is built and managed. In this post, we’ll explore
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When preparing for your CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ exams, there’s a good chance you’ll run into questions about OSPF (Open Shortest Path First). One key detail that often trips people up, both in exams and real-world deployments, is the Router ID (RID). Understanding how it works, how
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If you're preparing for the CISSP exam, you'll quickly realize that Domain 1: Security and Risk Management lays the foundation for everything else. One critical piece of that foundation is understanding the concepts of authenticityand nonrepudiation. These aren’t just buzzwords — they’re essential principles that
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If you're preparing for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam, you've probably come across the CIA triad—Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. While confidentiality and integrity often get substantial attention, availability is equally critical yet sometimes overlooked. Understanding availability is not just crucial for passing
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For professionals aiming to become Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP), mastering Domain 1—Security and Risk Management—is foundational. Among the core principles discussed within this domain, Integrity stands out as crucial. Integrity ensures that data and systems are accurate, reliable, and protected from unauthorized alterations, providing trustworthiness to
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Introduction: Ever wondered how data stays secret, or what keeps your personal info safe when you bank online? As a CISSP exam candidate working through Domain 1, I’ve learned that it all comes down to confidentiality. This principle is the “C” in the famous CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
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Introduction Imagine trying to protect a treasure without knowing what you’re protecting it from or how it could be compromised. That’s essentially what information security principles help us avoid. In the world of cybersecurity (and on the CISSP exam), five core principles – often called the Five Pillars of
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As I prepare for the CISSP exam, diving into Domain 1 (Security and Risk Management), one topic stands out as both fundamental and deeply personal: professional ethics. At first, it might seem like just another item to memorize on a study list. However, I quickly realized that understanding ethics isn’
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Are you prepping for your CCNA or another networking certification exam and feeling a bit anxious about OSPF configuration? You're not alone. Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) is a fundamental topic in networking and one of the routing protocols you'll definitely encounter in your studies (Introduction
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Introduction When I first started studying for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) exam, I quickly realized how critical securing devices and host systems is. In fact, securing endpoints like our laptops, servers, and phones is not just another exam objective – it’s a real-world necessity. Various studies estimate that up to
Introduction Cryptography is one of the most intriguing and essential pillars of cybersecurity. It involves transforming readable data (plaintext) into an unreadable format (ciphertext) to protect it from unauthorized access, and then reversing the process to recover the original data (Why is encryption important for privacy? | Encryption and privacy | Cloudflare)
One way to visualize TCP/IP in action is to follow a simple scenario: You open your web browser at work and navigate to your company’s secure intranet site. What happens under the hood? First, your computer needs the IP address of that intranet site. It will likely use
When you're building a successful IT career, one certification consistently stands out: CompTIA Security+. Whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced professional, the newly updated Security+ SY0-701 is a powerful certification to validate your cybersecurity knowledge and skills. But what's
Have you ever wondered why some OSPF configurations run seamlessly while others seem fraught with mystery and confusion? At the heart of any successful OSPF deployment is a clear understanding of OSPF neighbor relationships. These relationships form the cornerstone upon which the reliability and efficiency of your entire network rest.
When it comes to routing protocols, OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) remains one of the most powerful and widely-used protocols today. Its effectiveness lies largely in the seamless communication between routers using specialized packets. In this comprehensive guide, we'll dive deep into OSPF packet types—Hello, DBD (Database
If you're diving into the world of networking, chances are you've heard about OSPF (Open Shortest Path First). As an essential protocol used to facilitate efficient data exchange in large networks, OSPF is fundamental for both beginners and seasoned network professionals. In this guide, we'
OSPF vs. Other Routing Protocols: When to Use OSPF Introduction When designing or optimizing a network, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is choosing the right routing protocol. The choice influences everything from scalability and convergence speed to complexity and vendor support. In my years as a
Before we dive deep into the specifics of SY0-701, let’s address a fundamental question: Why bother with Security+ at all? For many professionals, including those just starting out in IT and those looking to pivot into cybersecurity, Security+ serves as a powerful launchpad. Here are a few compelling reasons:
Ever wonder how data travels so seamlessly across huge networks of routers and switches? The secret sauce often lies in Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), a crucial routing protocol in today’s internet-driven world. Whether you’re a beginner dipping your toes into network design or an experienced admin looking
In an era of relentless cyber threats, protecting sensitive data is paramount. This guide explores eight critical data security methods from the CompTIA Security+ curriculum: geographic restrictions, encryption, hashing, masking, tokenization, obfuscation, segmentation, and permission restrictions. Learn how these techniques safeguard information, their practical applications, and why they’re indispensable
VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) help segment traffic, improve network performance, and enhance networking security. One of the most essential VLAN configurations on Cisco switches is the native VLAN, which is used to carry untagged traffic on trunk links. Changing the native VLAN can optimize network operations and maintain security.
