StormWind Studios uses proprietary technologies to provide live, interactive IT training courses online in technologies such as Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, CompTIA, ITIL, AWS, cybersecurity, project management, and more. Our blog aims to share the goings-on at StormWind Studios, as well as industry news, blog posts, and some fun stuff, too.
George Chanturidze
Here’s a quick look into Failover Cluster Reporting with Elite instructor Will Panek. We’re always trying to provide quick resources here and on our YouTube channel. Follow us for the latest tips and tricks that aren’t in your books! Ps. If you haven’t seen our Epic Live classes yet here’s your chance! Read More: What is failover cluster validation reporting?
George Chanturidze
Ever have a some network quality issues? Watch this quick video brought to you by one our Elite Cisco instructors: Ralph Smith. We’re always trying to provide quick resources here and on our YouTube channel. Follow us for the latest tips and tricks that aren’t in your books! Read More: How To Fix Network Quality Issues
George Chanturidze
CompTIA A+ CompTIA’s A+ certification is considered to be an “all-seasons” or vendor neutral certification with tremendous versatility. Even though this may be a relatively “old” credential, first hitting the market in 1993, it still packs a punch for entry-level professionals getting started in their IT career path. The demand for this certification has yet […] Read More: 5 Certs That Won’t Become Obsolete
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George Chanturidze
In this Spiceworks sponsored webinar you’ll hear from thought leader and industry authority, Ashley Hunt on why Project Management is one of the most important certifications today. Ashley has over 35 years of experience teaching and speaking on project management and offers a wealth of knowledge about career path and certification advantages, along with debunking […] Read More: [WEBINAR] The Advantages of Project Management
George Chanturidze
IoT Gets More Practical The Internet of Things (IoT) has exploded into concept rapidly, but the questions still remain. What does it really mean to be connected? Why should we be connected to everything? The goal in 2016 is to provide the means to allow devices to report without having to work nearly as […] Read More: Will These 2016 IT Predictions Hold True?
George Chanturidze
1. One Universal Password Every year the reports are out listing the worst passwords recorded for the year and with zero surprise, “123456” and “password” are the front- runners. Having one single password for every account possible can be an open invitation to those hackers who are looking to crash a party. Solution: Password managers […] Read More: 5 Stupid Security Habits You Need To Change Now
George Chanturidze
If you’ve seen any of these this week, it’s time to upgrade your firewall. 1. Q Walker Sends This Guy Walking Across Your Screen 2. The Delyrium Virus That Makes You Take Cover!! 3. The LSD Virus… You can imagine what that does. 4. Flame Virus: No your computer doesn’t actually catch on fire! 5. […] Read More: Those Old-School Computer Viruses You Thought You’d Never See Again
George Chanturidze
Based on a report of 2 million leaked passwords in 2015, a company found a unique trend a little quicker than most online users would like to know. If you’re like most, you keep adding numbers and letters until the password meter no longer insults you with “very weak” or “weak”. Very strong is what […] Read More: 25 Most Hacked Passwords From 2015
George Chanturidze
Video Runtime: 7 minutes 22 seconds Video Summary: The Project Management Profession is growing and has been for the past six years with no signs of stopping any time soon. This blog reviews why the industry needs certified Project Managers and how to pursue or maintain your certification in 2016. What is your New Year’s […] Read More: Why Project Managers Are In High Demand in 2016
George Chanturidze
1. Using Free Hotspots Hotspots are everywhere and will double over the next two years. Unfortunately, the heavy majority aren’t necessarily ones you’d give your hide-a-key to. Many of these are created to obtain your email and login information and then eventually your sensitive accounts. The best defense against these hackers known as “sniffers” is […] Read More: 6 Ways Your Wi-Fi Can Become Your Biggest Threat
