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Month: March 2018

PowerShell vs Command Prompt: Use Cases & Examples

What is the Windows command prompt? The Windows command prompt (also known as the command line, cmd.exe or simply cmd) is a command shell based on the MS-DOS operating system that provides an environment to run applications and utilities. Output is displayed in the same window. It is the default shell in pre-Windows 10 systems. … Continued

Top Seven Challenges with Active Directory

Active Directory remains the backbone of Windows environments but poses significant challenges, including high licensing costs, limited auditing and reporting, vulnerability to attacks, and dependency on Windows Server. Crashes cause downtime, GUI tools lack flexibility, and users have no self-service options, driving up helpdesk costs. To address these gaps, many organizations adopt third-party tools that … Continued

How to Pass the CISSP Exam on Your First Attempt: 7 Tips from a CISSP-Certified Pro

CISSP is one of the most sought-after and elite certifications in the information security industry. Almost everything that you heard about the CISSP exam is true: It is hard, terrifying and resource-intensive. But it’s not impossible to pass it! Below, I share seven tips for how to study for the CISSP exam to pass it … Continued