Bookshelf

DevOps and IT Certifications and Training

• 3 Keycloak authorization strategies to secure app access

  Keycloak, an open source IAM tool, offers authorization methods, including RBAC, GBAC and OAuth 2.0, that limit what users can access.  Continue Reading

• The importance of ethics in information management

  Advancements in data collection and processing may tempt information management professionals to use as much customer data as possible. Yet, more data use means less privacy.  Continue Reading

• The need for common sense in AI systems

  Building explainable and trustworthy AI systems is paramount. To get there, computer scientists Ron Brachman and Hector Levesque suggest infusing common sense into AI development.  Continue Reading

• 8 practice network hardware questions for CCST exam

  Prepare for the CCST Networking exam with this network hardware quiz from Chapter 10 of 'Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking 100-150 Official Cert Guide.'  Continue Reading

• Introduction to network hardware components

  This excerpt from 'Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking 100-150 Official Cert Guide' provides beginners with knowledge and best practices on network hardware.  Continue Reading

• Best practices to install network hardware

  Network practitioners might get tangled in the confusion of wires, switches and other hardware components. A networking expert offers best practices for network hardware.  Continue Reading

• Why non-invasive data governance is the best approach to use

  Organizations typically approach data governance with top-down or traditional approaches. Consultant Robert Seiner discusses what makes his non-invasive approach the best option.  Continue Reading

• The reality behind bypassing EDR attempts

  Attackers have their work cut out for them when it comes to bypassing EDR. Learn about the difficulty of EDR evasion and how to ensure EDR tools catch all threats.  Continue Reading

• How EDR systems detect malicious activity

  Endpoint detection and response tools help SOCs separate benign events from malicious activity. Learn how this EDR function works.  Continue Reading

• How to solve 2 MFA challenges: SIM swapping and MFA fatigue

  While MFA improves account security, attacks still exploit it. Learn about two MFA challenges -- SIM swapping and MFA fatigue -- and how to mitigate them.  Continue Reading

• 5 MFA implementation tips for organizations

  Organizations need to protect user accounts from malicious attackers. IAM expert Marco Fanti offers tips organizations can use when implementing MFA.  Continue Reading

• Explore real-world examples of AI implementation success

  In 'All-In on AI,' authors Davenport and Mittal explore AI implementation examples from organizations that already made the AI leap with success. Read this book excerpt to learn more.  Continue Reading

• How do LLMs like ChatGPT work?

  AI expert Ronald Kneusel explains how transformer neural networks and extensive pretraining enable large language models like GPT-4 to develop versatile text generation abilities.  Continue Reading

• Demystifying AI with a machine learning expert

  In this interview, author Ronald Kneusel discusses his new book 'How AI Works,' the recent generative AI boom and tips for those looking to enter the AI field.  Continue Reading

• How SOAR helps improve MTTD and MTTR metrics

  By automating initial incident response tasks, SOAR can help SOC analysts improve MTTD and MTTR metrics and ensure they focus on true positive alerts.  Continue Reading

• How to create a SOAR playbook in Microsoft Sentinel

  Using automation through tools such as SOAR and SIEM can improve incident response alert efficiency. One automated feature analysts can use is the SOAR playbook.  Continue Reading

• Toward justice and sustainability in the tech industry

  In this excerpt from his book 'Insolvent,' author and professor Christoph Becker outlines why and how to reorient the tech sector toward social justice and sustainability.  Continue Reading

• The role of tech in climate change and climate justice

  In this interview, Insolvent author Christoph Becker discusses tech's complex effects on climate and society and the need to center social justice and sustainability in computing.  Continue Reading

• Build a natural language processing chatbot from scratch

  In this excerpt from the book 'Natural Language Processing in Action,' you'll walk through the steps of creating a simple chatbot to understand how to start building NLP pipelines.  Continue Reading

• Q&A: How to start learning natural language processing

  In this Q&A, 'Natural Language Processing in Action' co-author Hobson Lane discusses how to start learning NLP, including benefits and challenges of building your own pipelines.  Continue Reading

• MS-700 practice exam tests Teams phone system knowledge

  This practice test for the MS-700 Managing Microsoft Teams exam quizzes readers on how to manage the Teams phone system, from call queues to Direct Routing.  Continue Reading

• Prepare for Teams admin certification with MS-700 study guide

  Learn the administrative responsibilities for the Teams phone system in this excerpt from 'MS-700 Managing Microsoft Teams Exam Guide.'  Continue Reading

• Q&A: Expert tips for running machine learning in production

  In this interview, 'Designing Machine Learning Systems' author Chip Huyen shares advice and best practices for building and maintaining ML systems in real-world contexts.  Continue Reading

• Compare machine learning vs. software engineering

  Although machine learning has a lot in common with traditional programming, the two disciplines have several key differences, author and computer scientist Chip Huyen explains.  Continue Reading

• How to use dynamic reverse engineering for embedded devices

  In this excerpt from 'Practical Hardware Pentesting,' read step-by-step instructions on how to find vulnerabilities on IoT devices using dynamic reverse engineering.  Continue Reading

• Adopt embedded penetration testing to keep IoT devices secure

  Regular embedded penetration testing can help discover vulnerabilities before attackers do. The author of 'Practical Hardware Pentesting' explains.  Continue Reading

• Cloud data warehouse book challenges data assumptions

  Dr. Barry Devlin's book lays out the principles of cloud data warehousing and challenges data managers to evaluate what they need when choosing a data warehouse approach.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate cloud data warehouses based on data, outcomes

  Organizations must focus on data and desired outcomes -- and question their assumptions -- when evaluating cloud data warehouse needs, according to industry expert Dr. Barry Devlin.  Continue Reading

• The need to demystify software testing for developers

  With how quickly demands for functionality can change in today's dynamic application environments, the case for developers to learn core testing skills could be stronger than ever.  Continue Reading

• How to map security gaps to the Mitre ATT&CK framework

  Mapping security gaps to the Mitre ATT&CK framework enables SOC teams to prioritize, remediate and eliminate vulnerabilities before malicious actors exploit them.  Continue Reading

• Get started: Threat modeling with the Mitre ATT&CK framework

  The Mitre ATT&CK framework may seem daunting at first, but it is a key tool that helps SOC teams conduct threat modeling. Learn how to get started.  Continue Reading

• How AI in marketing can empower creativity

  'Marketing Artificial Intelligence' co-author Paul Roetzer explains why and how AI can change marketing and gives insight into how marketing professionals can prepare.  Continue Reading

• 7 essential goal achievement tips for project managers

  Great explorers had to achieve goals and manage their teams through complexity and into the unknown just as project managers must do today. Learn from one such explorer.  Continue Reading

• Attack surface reduction rules for Microsoft productivity apps

  Attack surface reduction rules in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint help prevent apps from launching executable files and scripts, running suspicious scripts and more.  Continue Reading

• Manage security posture with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

  Organizations need to implement security posture management to ensure their cybersecurity strategy can address malicious actions inside and out.  Continue Reading

• 4 important skills of a knowledge management leader

  KM programs need a leader who can motivate employees to change their routines. This leader needs a long-term mindset and the ability to translate KM ideas into business language.  Continue Reading

• What does a knowledge management leader do?

  Knowledge management teams often include IT professionals and content writers. But at the head, they need a central leader to make connections and guide people.  Continue Reading

• How to use Wfuzz to find web application vulnerabilities

  By learning how to use Wfuzz for web application fuzz testing, bug bounty hunters can automate vulnerability discovery. Learn more in this excerpt from 'Bug Bounty Bootcamp.'  Continue Reading

• How to become a bug bounty hunter: Getting started

  Finding, exploiting and reporting vulnerabilities can be both lucrative and educational. Security researcher Vickie Li explains how to become a bug bounty hunter.  Continue Reading

• Security experts share cloud auditing best practices

  A cloud audit allows organizations to assess cloud vendor performance. Auditing experts Shinesa Cambric and Michael Ratemo talk about the role of compliance in auditing.  Continue Reading

• How to implement principle of least privilege in Azure AD

  Restricting users' permissions in Microsoft Azure AD to only what they need to complete their job helps secure and reduce the cloud attack surface.  Continue Reading

• How to start handling Azure network security

  Before adopting Microsoft Azure, it's important to consider how to secure the cloud network. That's where network security groups and Azure Firewall come in.  Continue Reading

• Practice Microsoft SC-100 exam questions with answers

  Use these practice multiple-choice questions, with answers, to assess your knowledge of the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam.  Continue Reading

• How to prepare for the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam

  Before taking the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam, learn about the knowledge areas covered on the SC-100 test, studying recommendations, prerequisites and more.  Continue Reading

• How to use Azure AD Connect synchronization for hybrid IAM

  Organizations face many challenges authenticating and authorizing users in hybrid infrastructures. One way to handle hybrid IAM is with Microsoft Azure AD Connect for synchronization.  Continue Reading

• Extend collaboration tools with 'Google Workspace User Guide'

  Collaboration tools are key as businesses shift to hybrid work. Google Workspace supports productivity with Google Classroom, Marketplace apps and Google Assistant.  Continue Reading

• How tech leaders can develop an IT sustainability plan

  Sustainability is on many tech leaders' minds, but knowing where to start can be daunting. CIO Niklas Sundberg shares his experience building an IT sustainability plan.  Continue Reading

• ICS kill chain: Adapting the cyber kill chain to ICS environments

  As IT/OT convergence continues to gain traction, industrial control system security cannot be ignored. Performing pen tests based on the ICS Kill Chain can help.  Continue Reading

• An intro to the IDMZ, the demilitarized zone for ICSes

  Setting up an IDMZ -- a demilitarized zone between enterprise and industrial networks -- can prevent operational environments from becoming compromised by IT threats.  Continue Reading

• Reinforce industrial control system security with ICS monitoring

  Monitoring an industrial control system environment isn't that different from monitoring a traditional IT environment, but there are some considerations to keep in mind.  Continue Reading

• How account-based marketing can improve personalization

  An ABM strategy can help B2B marketers personalize marketing efforts for top prospects. An ABM strategy includes an ideal customer profile, personalized messaging and a CRM system.  Continue Reading

• Advice for marketing personalization

  Business professionals have become numb to the plethora of marketing emails they receive every day. However, personalized messaging can grab their attention.  Continue Reading

• Book excerpt: Data mesh increases data access and value

  Zhamak Dehghani, a pioneer in data mesh technology, discusses how the concept decentralizes data to improve data-related decision-making and value in her book.  Continue Reading

• How to apply and edit Wireshark display filters

  Wireshark display filters enable users to narrow the scope of a network traffic scan. Use this tutorial to apply and edit display filters to make detailed network sniffing easier.  Continue Reading

• Customize workflows with Wireshark profiles

  Wireshark has a variety of uses, which is why creating multiple personalized Wireshark profiles is important. Learn about Wireshark profiles, how to share them and more.  Continue Reading

• Digital transformations require empathy

  Agility, experimentation and empathy are critical drivers to a successful digital transformation. Learn why IT leaders should focus on these three critical skills.  Continue Reading

• 9 practice questions on twisted-pair network cables

  Take this practice quiz on twisted-pair cables, sampled from 'Networking Essentials: A CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Textbook,' to test your understanding for the certification exam.  Continue Reading

• An introduction to twisted-pair cable wiring

  This excerpt from 'Networking Essentials: A CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Textbook' provides an overview of twisted-pair network cables and acts as a study tool for the exam.  Continue Reading

• Considerations for configuring twisted-pair cables

  In this Q&A, author Jeffrey Beasley discusses what students who plan to take the CompTIA Network+ exam should know about twisted-pair cables, from configuration to troubleshooting.  Continue Reading

• How AI serves as a cornerstone of Industry 4.0

  For manufacturing environments to be included in Industry 4.0, they must adopt up-to-date technologies to improve operations. AI should be foremost among them.  Continue Reading

• How companies can avoid a poor candidate experience

  In a competitive job market, companies must learn how to avoid a poor candidate experience. Here are some best practices to follow.  Continue Reading

• 10 open source coding books to read in 2023

  Open source technology and programming languages are the foundation of modern software development. Use these books to take advantage of all that open source software has to offer.  Continue Reading

• How recruiters can reject candidates respectfully

  How recruiters reject job candidates can make a huge difference in a candidate's feelings towards a company. Learn some ways that recruiters can improve the rejection process.  Continue Reading

• Inside the PEIR purple teaming model

  Want to try purple team exercises but aren't sure how to do so? Try the 'Prepare, Execute, Identify and Remediate' purple teaming model.  Continue Reading

• Understanding purple teaming benefits and challenges

  Blue teams and red teams are coming together to form purple teams to improve their organization's security posture. What does this mean for the rivals? And how does it work?  Continue Reading

• 4 types of employee reactions to a digital transformation

  The success of a digital transformation project depends on employee buy-in. Discover how organizations can address employee reactions to digital transformation.  Continue Reading

• 10 important components of SDN controllers

  SDN controller features include modularity, APIs, clustering and GUIs. Read more in this chapter excerpt from 'SDN-Supported Edge-Cloud Interplay for Next Generation Internet of Things.'  Continue Reading

• When REST API design goes from helpful to harmful

  REST may be a somewhat non-negotiable standard in web API development, but has it fostered overreliance? Learn why other design styles could -- and should -- get an equal chance.  Continue Reading

• FinOps model eases cloud billing complexities

  Cloud cost management is a top priority on admin's minds. FinOps expert Mike Fuller talks about cloud billing challenges and how to overcome them in this Q&A.  Continue Reading

• How common is commonsense AI?

  'Machines like Us' co-author Ron Brachman explains what it would take to build common sense into AI systems and the benefits of doing so.  Continue Reading

• How to configure Windows privacy settings with Intune

  To personalize UX, Windows devices aren't shy about collecting user data. This isn't ideal for enterprise security. Discover how to lock down privacy settings with Intune.  Continue Reading

• Windows security tips for the enterprise

  Securing a Windows environment is no easy feat. Read up on low-hanging fruit to quickly address, as well as top tips from two security practitioners to get started.  Continue Reading

• Understanding Azure Virtual Desktop management and storage

  In this Q&A, author Ryan Mangan discusses best practices for Azure Virtual Desktop management, the importance of storage and more from his book, 'Mastering Azure Virtual Desktop.'  Continue Reading

• 8 coding books to read in 2023

  Coding books are a great learning resource for developers of all skill levels and backgrounds, offering authoritative and comprehensive coverage of a specific topic area.  Continue Reading

• Test your Azure Virtual Desktop storage management skills

  Use these questions to test how well you know the best practices for managing Azure Virtual Desktop storage.  Continue Reading

• Cisco collaboration study guide for 350-801 CLCOR exam

  Learn the basics of Cisco collaboration products and how to deploy collaboration tools in this excerpt from 'CCNP and CCIE Collaboration Core CLCOR 350-801 Official Cert Guide.'  Continue Reading

• Cisco collaboration 350-801 CLCOR practice test questions

  This 350-801 CLCOR practice test for the CCNP and CCIE certifications quizzes readers on Cisco collaboration technologies, from endpoints to applications.  Continue Reading

• IT influences shift to net positive enterprise

  In this Q&A, business sustainability expert Andrew Winston discusses why companies need to become net positive by contributing more than they take.  Continue Reading

• Understanding malware analysis and its challenges

  Discover what to expect in a malware analyst career, from the types of malware you'll encounter to important tools to use to difficulties that arise for those new to the field.  Continue Reading

• Why is malware analysis important?

  Malware continues to plague all organizations, causing data loss and reputational damage. Discover how malware analysis helps protect companies from such attacks.  Continue Reading

• How to efficiently measure customer loyalty

  Most organizations don't measure customer loyalty often or thoroughly enough to improve CX. This book excerpt explores tips and suggestions to measure loyalty more efficiently.  Continue Reading

• How to prevent SQL injection with prepared statements

  One of the top defenses against SQL injection is prepared statements. In this book excerpt, learn what prepared statements are and how to extend their defense.  Continue Reading

• How to maintain security with an understaffed security team

  Unsurprisingly, many companies function without a complete security team. Security tasks often fall to others in the organization. Here's some advice for stand-in security members.  Continue Reading

• Data drives corporate social responsibility in tourism

  Mohammed El Amine Abdelli explains the tourism industry's need for a corporate social responsibility framework in his book 'Sustainability, Big Data, and Corporate Social Responsibility.'  Continue Reading

• 8 communication and collaboration books to read in 2022

  Communication and collaboration tools are more important than ever as the workforce shifts to hybrid and remote work. Check out these books to learn more.  Continue Reading

• Defining requirements key to manage machine learning projects

  Machine learning projects are likely to fail without proper planning. 'Managing Machine Learning Projects' provides guidance on how to plan by defining ML project requirements.  Continue Reading

• Consider ethical technology issues with data center growth

  Authors Harry Lewis and Ken Ledeen discuss ethical issues organizations should consider when expanding data center, data collection and technological capabilities.  Continue Reading

• Equipment to include in a computer forensic toolkit

  Computer forensic investigators require more than software to do their job. Learn what equipment constitutes a complete computer forensic toolkit.  Continue Reading

• Advice for beginner computer forensic investigators

  For those interesting in becoming a computer forensics investigator, learn about the career and what to expect, as well as why digital evidence is the most volatile evidence.  Continue Reading

• 8 cybersecurity books to read in 2023

  Brush up on your cybersecurity skills by picking up one of these titles.  Continue Reading

• 9 workplace diversity books to read in 2022

  Learn to create and foster an inclusive culture for innovation and a sense of belonging for all employees.  Continue Reading

• Top 10 pen testing interview questions with answers

  Are you pursuing a career in pen testing? Prepare with this list of 10 pen testing interview questions and answers created by three security experts.  Continue Reading

• Top IT security manager interview questions

  Are you looking for a leadership role in cybersecurity? Three security experts offer their advice on how to answer the most common IT security manager interview questions.  Continue Reading

• How to reap the benefits of data integration, step by step

  A new book lays out a strong case for data integration and guides readers in how to carry out this essential process.  Continue Reading

• How to configure and customize Kali Linux

  Learning how to use Kali Linux for ethical hacking and penetration testing? Read step by step how to configure and customize the distribution.  Continue Reading

• Why Kali Linux is the go-to distribution for penetration testing

  Discover why penetration testers prefer to use the Kali Linux distribution for offensive security, from collecting useful tools together to being usable from multiple devices.  Continue Reading

• Explore the pros and cons of Go for DevOps

  Author and Docker engineer Teiva Harsanyi explains the benefits of Golang -- including why he sees it as the future of back-end development -- and how to avoid common pitfalls.  Continue Reading

• Sample CompTIA CASP+ practice questions with answers

  Preparing for the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification or refreshing your knowledge to renew your cert? Use these CASP+ practice questions to test your smarts.  Continue Reading

• How to prepare for the CompTIA CASP+ exam

  Are you pursuing the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification? The author of a CASP+ cert guide offers advice on how to prepare for the exam.  Continue Reading

• Techniques to get started with green networking

  'Emerging Green Technologies' details how technology is a flexible tool organizations can use to make business operations more sustainable. Here's how to make your network green.  Continue Reading