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Threats from the Trenches

You're no security expert, but you should keep an eye on your perimeter network. Implementing intrusion detection and antivirus measures can help.

Journey into MCSE-Land

Going solo on certification is tough. Here's how one group achieved MCSE success as a team.

.NET Passport Coming to MCP Secure Site

Later this month, Microsoft will begin implementing .NET Passport login for its MCP Secured and MCT Secured sites.

How To Be a Security Babe

If you want to do IT security because it’s “hot” right now, or because you think that’s where the money is, forget it. If you truly love the field, read on.

How Many Microsofts?

Maybe they already broke up the company and we didn’t notice.

Certified Mail: August 2002

"Windowsville" residents chime in on the "which OS is more secure" argument; readers debate Microsoft's longevity.

MCSE Core Four

A thorough guide for an essential foundation

Right Path, Going Nowhere

A reader who "followed the rules" is still having a tough time finding a job.

Systems Administrators: 'Thanks!'

Showing appreciation to systems administrators worldwide on July 26 for their relentless, hard work year-round.

New Security Exam Under Development (Update)

Beta testing for new MCSA/MCSE elective expected in November; plus, certification program unlikely to include lab element in the near future.

U.S. IT Workforce Fell 5 Percent in 2001

A survey from the Information Technology Association of America says that the number of employees in the U.S. IT workforce fell by almost 5 percent in 2001.

Microsoft Puts Passel of Exams on Chopping Block

Included on list: 70-098, Windows 98 and exams for Exchange 5.0/5.5.

Certified Mail: July 2002

BIND unbound, the benefits of obtaining an MCSD, and where Auntie gets her crow pies.

Peers Helping Peers

We solicited readers to provide us with their technical problems, and we were inundated with letters. Here are some of the more provocative problems that we put to you—the readers—to solve.

Standing Guard

Security is a full-time job, but keeping an eye on your perimeter network can cut down the work.

The Influencer

Just because you don't have a "C" at the beginning of your title doesn't mean you're not influential.

Cozying Up to Change

What can you do to help your people roll with the inevitable?

Back to School

Can academia provide the same quality of MCSE instruction as a CTEC? James attends a local community college and reports his findings.

A Study Guide for Directory Services

An excellent study guide and good general reference to boot.

Security Exam Under Development

Beta testing for new MCSA/MCSE elective expected in November.

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