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Introduction In today’s complex and demanding IT environments, the traditional sysadmin who relies only on GUI tools or over-the-shelf software is being outpaced by engineers who wield the power of scripting and automation. Knowing Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, and other scripting or coding tools not only transforms your effectiveness – it supercharges your career. If…
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19c is a powerful database platform and installing it on a headless RHEL 8 server is a common requirement for many enterprise setups. This guide walks you through a clean, GUI-free installation using silent mode with a response file. ✅ Prerequisites System Requirements OS: RHEL 8.10 (64-bit) RAM: Minimum 8 GB Swap: Equal to RAM…
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The best way to learn and truly retain information over time is to test yourself regularly. Quizzing not only reinforces what you’ve learned, but also helps identify gaps in your knowledge. Take the quiz below to assess your readiness for your next cybersecurity certification exam, job interview, internal training, or simply to stay sharp in…
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In today’s digital world, cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem—it’s everyone’s responsibility. But how do you turn employees from potential security risks into your first line of defense? The answer lies in building a strong security culture. Why Security Awareness Matters Most cyberattacks (90%) succeed because of human mistakes—like clicking phishing links or using weak passwords. Nearly…
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A robust security culture is built on three foundational elements: awareness, behavior, and advocacy. While awareness educates employees about threats, behavior reflects their actions, and advocacy ensures security becomes a shared responsibility across all organizational levels. 1. Awareness vs. Behavior vs. Culture Awareness is the baseline—“You say I should”—where employees learn about risks like phishing. Behavior…
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In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, organizations must adopt proactive strategies to stay ahead of adversaries. One such strategy is Purple Teaming, a collaborative approach that bridges the gap between offensive (Red Team) and defensive (Blue Team) security practices. This blog post dives into the core concepts of Purple Teaming, its foundational principles, and how…
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Have you ever wondered how websites keep your information safe when you shop online or log in to your email? The answer lies in something called Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). PKI is like a digital security system that helps protect your data and verify who you’re talking to online. Let’s break it down in simple…
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Veeam Backup & Replication is a powerful software solution designed to protect your data by enabling backup, replication, and recovery across various infrastructures—whether virtual, physical, or cloud-based. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of installing Veeam Backup & Replication using the installation wizard. Step 1: Download Veeam Backup & Replication Software Download…
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As artificial intelligence (AI) technologies continue to evolve and play a larger role in various sectors, their integration into government and public services presents unique challenges and risks. In Canada, there is growing concern about the security, ethics, and transparency surrounding the use of AI in the public sector. In response to these concerns, Canada…