Best Comptia Net Podcasts (2025)

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals. Inside The Locks And Gates Of The Network Chapter 9 24:58

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[email protected] Security that actually holds under pressure starts long before passwords and antivirus. We pull back the rack door and walk through the parts that make a network resilient: switches that enforce port security, routers that block spoofed traffic, servers that stay patched and locked down, and load balancers that keep services…

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The One Hundred Episode 24:28

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[email protected] The mic feels heavier at 100—not from gear, but from history. We started with a doctoral dare, a $40 class, and a shaky first recording. We built a library that helped learners pass A+, Network+, and Security+ while connecting the dots between hardware, operating systems, storage, networking, and the human choices behind eve…

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A History of Modern Technology: Bletchley To Binary 24:20

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[email protected] A quiet country house. A noisy war. And a handful of people who turned logic into a lifeline. We take you inside Bletchley Park to follow the thread from Poland’s algebraic assault on Enigma, through Alan Turing’s audacious vision for the Bombe, to Tommy Flowers’ all‑electronic Colossus that read Germany’s secrets at machine…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Hunting Weak Spots Chapter 8 25:29

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[email protected] What’s the weakest link in your world—an old router, a forgotten Windows box, or that “anyone with the link” setting you meant to change? We unpack the real vulnerabilities hiding in small businesses, nonprofits, and home networks, then share a clear playbook to find them early and fix them fast without enterprise budgets. W…

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A Plus+ Fundamentals: Network Language, Decoded Chapter 6 25:11

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[email protected] Ever wish the network would just explain itself? We walk through the real language of connectivity—how links come alive, how packets choose their paths, and how a few core ideas unlock routers, firewalls, addressing, and the exam questions that test them. It starts with the wire (and the air): DSL over copper, cable scaling …

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History of Modern Computing : Cloud, Unboxed 25:03

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[email protected] What if the world’s hard drives merged into one invisible place—and you used it a hundred times today without thinking? We pull back the curtain on cloud storage, tracing its unlikely path from room-sized machines and punch cards to AWS’s game-changing S3, Dropbox’s frictionless sync, and the moment Netflix stopped shipping …

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals : High Availability, Real Resilience Chapter 7 24:45

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[email protected] What keeps a business alive when the lights flicker, a server drops, or an ISP blinks? We pull back the curtain on practical resilience—how continuity planning, capacity, and clear runbooks turn chaos into a minor hiccup—then pressure-test the plan with drills, documentation, and ruthless honesty. We start by grounding COOP …

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A + Fundamentals : Networking Unlocked: From LANs to Wi-Fi 7 Chapter 5 26:23

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[email protected] What if your “all-in-one” router is doing too much—and your Wi‑Fi “speed” isn’t the real bottleneck? We pull back the rack door and trace the digital bloodstream from SOHO setups to enterprise backbones, translating jargon into choices you can actually make. Starting with LANs, WANs, WLANs, and SANs, we map how scope changes…

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History of Modern Technology: Pocket Power: The USB Story 25:29

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[email protected] A tiny stick changed how we move information—and how attackers move too. We pull back the curtain on the USB flash drive’s quiet takeover: why floppies and CD-Rs failed us, how flash memory and USB converged, and which teams across Singapore, Israel, and China raced to ship the first pocket drive that actually worked. From e…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals : Cloud, Zero Trust, and You Chapter 6 23:57

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[email protected] Cloud perimeters are fading, identities are multiplying, and threats move faster than patches. We dive into the real mechanics of securing a hybrid world—mapping cloud deployment choices, clarifying shared responsibility across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS, and showing how Zero Trust reshapes defenses around identity, posture, and c…

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A+ Fundamentals: Boot to Brains Chapter 4 24:47

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[email protected] A dead PC at the worst moment is a gut punch—unless you have a roadmap. We walk through the exact thinking that turns “no lights, no fans, no display” into a calm, step‑by‑step recovery, starting where every system truly begins: firmware. BIOS and UEFI aren’t trivia; they decide how your machine discovers drives, validates b…

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History of Modern Technology : Zip vs. CD 23:47

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[email protected] Storage didn’t just get bigger; it got personal. We rewind to the late ’90s and early 2000s to unpack the clash between Iomega’s Zip drive and the laser-lit world of the CD—two formats that taught a generation how to back up, carry, and truly own their data. From the pain of 30‑floppy installs to the thrill of dropping a 700…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals : Enterprise Security Architecture Chapter 5 24:27

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[email protected] Dive deep into the essential building blocks of secure enterprise networks with Professor J. Rod in this comprehensive exploration of network architecture, security appliances, and remote access solutions. What makes a truly secure organizational network? It's more than just firewalls and fancy equipment—it's thoughtful desi…

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A+ Fundamentals : Power First, Stability Always Chapter 3 25:18

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[email protected] What if the real cause of your random reboots isn’t the GPU at all—but the power plan behind it? We take you end to end through a stability-first build, starting with the underrated hero of every system: clean, properly sized power. You’ll learn how to calculate wattage with 25–30% headroom, navigate 80 Plus efficiency tiers…

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The Rise and Fall of Floppy Disks: From 5.25" to 3.5" Storage Revolution 24:40

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[email protected] Remember that satisfying click of inserting a floppy disk? The nerve-wracking moments waiting for your term paper to save? The frustration of "Please insert disk 5 of 12" during game installations? Join Professor J-Rod on a nostalgic yet informative deep dive into the technology that defined personal computing for two decade…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Cracking the Authentication Code Chapter 4 26:48

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[email protected] Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when you tap "Login" on your favorite app? Authentication is the invisible guardian standing between your personal data and potential attackers, and it's more sophisticated than you might think. Authentication systems rely on three critical principles: Confidentiality keeps your cre…

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A+ Fundamentals Chapter 1 and 2: Becoming an IT Specialist: Troubleshooting and Hardware Essentials 23:47

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[email protected] The digital world seems like magic to many, but behind every functioning computer is a complex system of hardware components and methodical troubleshooting approaches. In this comprehensive episode, we pull back the curtain on what makes IT specialists effective problem-solvers and explore the physical heart of computing sys…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals Crypto Keys: Protecting Our Digital World Chapter 3 Part 2 10:02

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[email protected] Cryptology isn't just theory—it's the invisible shield protecting your every digital move. This second installment of our cryptology deep dive moves beyond the fundamentals to reveal how these powerful tools operate in real-world systems that safeguard our digital lives. Digital signatures stand as one of cryptology's most p…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Crypto Shields: How Your Data Stays Secret Chapter 3 Part 1 10:26

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[email protected] Have you ever wondered what invisible force protects your private messages, banking details, and personal information as they travel across the internet? The answer lies in cryptology—the fascinating science of securing information through mathematical techniques. Cryptology forms the backbone of modern cybersecurity, addres…

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History of Modern Technology : The 8 inch Floppy 9:01

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[email protected] Step back in time with Professor JRod as we uncover the remarkable story of the 8-inch floppy disk – the groundbreaking invention that forever changed how we store and transport digital information. Before cloud storage, before USB drives, even before the familiar 3.5-inch diskettes of the 1990s, there was the original 8-inc…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals : Hacking Humans: The Art of Social Engineering Chapter 2 Part 2 23:49

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[email protected] Cybersecurity isn't just about firewalls and antivirus software—it's about understanding the complex interplay between technical systems and human psychology. In this continuation of our Security+ series, we explore the multifaceted world of attack surfaces, threat vectors, and social engineering techniques that cybercrimina…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Understanding Threat Actors Chapter 2 Part 1 22:35

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[email protected] Dive deep into the world of cybersecurity threat actors with Professor J-Rod as we unpack the essential definitions from Chapter 2 of the Security+ 701 certification exam. This knowledge-packed episode breaks down the critical foundation of information security risk management through clear, actionable explanations. We start…

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The Mentor Effect 16:54

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[email protected] What separates career-changing advice from everyday guidance? The difference often lies in both the wisdom itself and the intentions of those sharing it. Professor JRod takes a detour from his usual CompTIA certification topics to explore something equally valuable for tech professionals: the transformative power of mentorsh…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Unlocking Security+ Chapter 1 Part 2: Controls and Roles 26:47

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[email protected] Diving into the foundations of cybersecurity certification, Professor JRod delivers an insightful exploration of CompTIA Security+ Chapter 1, revealing why this certification might actually be more approachable than many believe. Unlike many entry-level IT courses, Security+ builds upon concepts from A+ and Network+, creatin…

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Unlocking Security Plus Chapter 1 Part 1 26:05

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[email protected] Professor JRod makes a triumphant return to Technology Tap after a year-long hiatus, bringing listeners up to speed on his personal journey and diving straight into Security Plus 701 fundamentals. Having completed his doctorate and subsequently focusing on his health—resulting in an impressive 50-pound weight loss—he reconne…

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The 2016 Verizon Hack: Lessons in Cybersecurity and Data Protection 14:37

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[email protected] Ever wondered how one of the largest telecommunications companies fell victim to a major cyberattack? Join us as cybersecurity students Alexis Severo and Aaron Kispe unravel the infamous Verizon hack of 2016. We kick off our discussion with an insightful look into Verizon's sprawling history and multifaceted services, sheddi…

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The OPM Breach Unveiled: A Deep Dive into the 2013 Cyber Attack on Government Personnel Data 17:57

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[email protected] What happens when the very agency responsible for safeguarding government personnel data becomes the target of an unprecedented cyber attack? Join us on this riveting episode of Technology Tap as we unravel the intricacies of the infamous Office of Personnel Management (OPM) breach. I'm Professor JRod, guiding you through a …

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From N10-008 to N10-009: What's New And Also Spanning Tree Protocols 17:19

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[email protected] Ready to ace the new CompTIA Network Plus exam, N10-009? Discover the game-changing updates and crucial differences from the N10-008, and learn how to sharpen your skills on modern tech like SD-WAN, 5G, and cloud architecture. We'll guide you through the exam's enhanced focus on practical troubleshooting and real-world scena…

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Cybersecurity Challenges and Strategies in Latin America: Experiences of Young Professionals 56:45

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[email protected] How secure is your information online? In our new episode of Taf Technology, we delve into cybersecurity in Latin America through the experiences of two exceptional students: Viviana Rodas from Paraguay and Jimmy Navarro from Guatemala. They share with us how cybersecurity is perceived and managed in their countries, the cul…

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Preparing for Success in IT with Tech Plus 26:48

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[email protected] Discover how CompTIA's rebranded Tech Plus certification is revolutionizing IT education! Join me, Professor J Rod, as I reflect on my journey of earning a doctorate and how this new, more accessible certification is a game-changer for career changers and newcomers to the IT field. We'll explore who stands to benefit the mos…

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From Brooklyn to PhD: Transforming Education Through Podcasting with Dr. JRod 20:55

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[email protected] Ever wondered how podcasting could revolutionize education? Join me, Dr. J-Rod, as I share my extraordinary journey from Professor to PhD holder, exploring the transformative power of podcasting in higher education. This episode chronicles my academic adventure, marked by intense challenges, self-doubt, and the thrilling dis…

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Mastering the New Security+ 701 Exam: Navigating Cybersecurity Career Paths and Upcoming IT Certifications 32:32

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[email protected] Unlock the door to next-level cybersecurity expertise with our exploration of CompTIA's latest Security+ 701 exam, hot off the press since November 7, 2023. I, Professor Jay Rod, am your guide, clarifying the must-know trends and pivotal skills spotlighted in this new benchmark for IT security professionals. If you're on tra…

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Free CompTIA Class 15:26

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[email protected] Ready to transform your IT career but unsure where to start? Professor JRod is here to guide you through the maze of CompTIA certification opportunities. From a year-long cybersecurity deep-dive to a fast-paced nine-week A+ bootcamp, there's a course to fit every schedule and learning style. Whether you're in bustling New Yo…

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Exploring the Digital Realm: Unraveling the Mysteries of User Interfaces, Networking, and Operating Systems 32:35

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[email protected] As your guide, Professor J-Rod, I'm back to escort you through the digital landscape of operating systems, where we'll uncover the secrets of user interfaces and networking. Ever wonder how your fingertips command technology or how voice commands transform into actions? We unravel these mysteries and more, examining the tape…

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Mastering the Mechanics of Operating Systems and Cybersecurity with Professor JRod 33:04

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[email protected] Unlock the secrets of your computer's command center as Professor JRod navigates the intricate world of operating systems with expertise that's anything but ordinary. Step into the realm of process management, where the birth, life, and eventual demise of a process unfolds, and where process control blocks stand guard over t…

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The Hidden World of Internet Addressing and Transformative Education 29:16

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[email protected] Ever wondered how the unseen digital postal codes of the internet work to keep our world connected? Prepare to have the veil lifted on the mysterious world of IP addresses as I, Professor JRod, guide you through the labyrinth of public and private IPs. From how your device communicates with the vast web through a unique glob…

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Unpacking TCP and UDP: The Cornerstones of Networking Protocols 28:42

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[email protected] Ring in the New Year with an intellectual upgrade as we promise to guide you through the labyrinth of TCP and UDP protocols that are the lifeblood of our networking communications. Gear up to grasp the essential knowledge that will not only prep you for your CompTIA A+ exams but also amplify your understanding of the digital…

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Embracing Career Change and NY Resolutions 30:38

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[email protected] Have you ever found yourself staring at the ceiling, contemplating if it’s too late to pivot your career towards your true passion? Professor JRod joins us to share his own enlightening transition into IT, proving it’s never too late to teach old dogs new tricks. Facing down ageism and the haunting specter of being 'overqual…

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CompTIA A+ - POST - Power on Self-Test 33:40

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[email protected] Guess what? Every time you power on or restart your computer, it runs a series of complex diagnostic processes that are critical for performance. That's right, your CPU isn't just twiddling its electronic thumbs; it's conducting Post Power On Self-Tests. We're pulling back the curtain on this hidden world, breaking down ever…

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CompTIA 1101 Questions Part 7 29:31

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[email protected] Ever wished you could effortlessly troubleshoot tech issues like a seasoned IT professional? Buckle up as I, Professor Jay Rod, take you through the intriguing world of CompTIA A+ exam questions, shedding light on how to tackle those tricky error messages popping up on your PC and its monitor. As we analyze possible remedies…

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Decoding the Power On Self Test (POST) Process: 30:05

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[email protected] Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Ever find yourself wondering how your computer runs through its checks before it boots up? Wonder no more! I'm your host, Professor JRod, ready to decode the power on self test (post) process for you. We'll examine how the BIOS validates your hardware's integrity and prepares your system for the …

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A Deep Dive into Wireless Communication and Mobile Transactions 28:02

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[email protected] Unlock the secrets of wireless network protocols and take a deep dive into the world of mobile payments and NFC technology in this engaging episode of Acknowledging Tap. Imagine yourself armed with knowledge about the frequency bands, modulation schemes, data rates, and security features of the widely used Wi-Fi and short-ra…

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Exploring the New CompTIA 7.0 exam. Updates on Security Plus Exam and Comparisons with Security Plus 6.0 28:18

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[email protected] Ready for some profound insights into the world of cybersecurity? Fasten your seatbelts, as Professor Jrod guides us through the latest updates on the new Security Plus exam. CompTIA, in an unprecedented move, is allowing aspirants to take both the 601 and 701 exams in parallel until July 31st, 2024. Yes, you heard it right!…

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Unlocking the Power of Managed Switches in Networking 39:01

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[email protected] What if you had the power to control and optimize your network traffic? Picture this: a network under your command that guarantees low latency and the necessary bandwidth for your critical applications. Welcome to our latest podcast episode that breaks down the complex world of managed switches in computer networking. We sta…

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Shining a Light on the Pros and Cons of Unmanaged Switches 28:19

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[email protected] Ready to demystify the often perplexing world of network devices? That's the promise of our latest episode. We dissect the role of unmanaged switches, simplifying their technicalities and highlighting their plug-and-play setup, low maintenance, and cost-efficiency. Discover why these devices might be the perfect fit for your…

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Understanding Internet Routers: From Basics to Security Measures 27:41

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[email protected] Ever wondered what your router does besides blinking mysteriously? Join me, Professor J Rod, as we journey into the fascinating world of internet routers - your unsung heroes of seamless internet connectivity. We'll demystify the role of these trusty devices, from the basics of routing data packets and network address transl…

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CompTIA Question Part 6 27:16

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[email protected] On this Episode 1- Comptia A+ Plus 1102 Question Follow along CompTIA A+ Questions Part 3 | JROD (professorjrod.com) If you are interested in subscribing to our premium content here is the link. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1473469/subscribe Please fill out this survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5KXZN6T If you want to help…

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Understanding Firewalls: Your Digital Guardians Against Cyber Threats 24:08

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[email protected] Ever wondered how firewalls can be your knight in shining armor in the face of cyber threats? Hold on to your hats because in this riveting episode of Technology Tap, we're peeling back the layers of firewalls, from the network types to host-based ones, and even deep-diving into application firewalls. Find out how these digi…

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Mastering CompTIA Software Troubleshooting 27:12

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[email protected] Excited to unravel the complexities of CompTIA software troubleshooting? Want to brush up on your software installation and configuration skills? Then you're in the right place! I'm your host, Professor Jay Rob, and I'm here to guide you through the intricacies of the CompTIA troubleshooting methodology. Together, we'll tack…

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CompTIA A+ RAM 27:53

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[email protected] Ever puzzled over RAM in your computer and wondered why it's such a big deal? Brace yourself as we unravel the enigma of RAM, sprinkling in some geeky jargon like DDR4, DDR5, and ECC for good measure. We're talking about the impact of RAM on your computer's performance and the importance of its compatibility with your mother…