It is almost certain that you will choose between a Cisco or Juniper solution when choosing an IT networking solution. There may be other options, but these are the market leaders. Cisco is a trusted product that offers a wide range of products and support. Juniper, on the other hand, is a great value. It…
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Cisco vs Juniper: Why Cisco in 2022
Cisco and Juniper are two of the major players in the network infrastructure space. Both vendors offer a wide variety of solutions to meet every organization’s needs. It may be difficult to choose the right vendor because of the sheer amount of technology available. Juniper offers highly scalable routers, switches, and other products at a…
Cisco vs Juniper – Market Share in 2022
There are two options available to you if your company is looking for a network infrastructure. Both vendors offer flexible solutions that can be tailored to any organization’s specific needs. It may be difficult to determine which vendor is right for you. Market share is an important factor to consider when evaluating solutions. This post…
Cisco Retired CCNA Cyber Ops
Initial thought was that CCNA Cyber Ops would be spared from the certpocalypse. But, it seems that big changes to this certification have been merely delayed. Cisco will retire the two CCNA Cyber Ops exams on May 28, 2020. They have also changed the name of the cert to Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate. There will…
Cisco DevNet: Why it’s Time to Learn Python
It was an exciting moment when Cisco announced its DevNet certification program. IT is changing rapidly and certifications that are at the intersection of automation and networking are essential. This rapidly growing field is seeing more demand for software and automation professionals. Cisco DevNet allows you to validate your skills in this rapidly growing field…
Cisco DevNet vs. JNCIA DevOps – Which is harder?
DevOps, network automation and network automation are mature enough that big names in the industry can certify related skills. Cisco and Juniper are two of the most prominent names in network certifications. Juniper’s JNCIA, Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (DevOps) was launched in late 2018, and Cisco released their DevNet Associate certification earlier this year….
Palo Alto Networks Firewalls versus Cisco ASA Palo Alto Networks beat Fortinet in 2015 on the promise of adaptive security features. It is now the third-largest vendor of security appliances, just behind Check Point and Cisco, which still hold a 35 percent market share. Market data aside, choosing the right firewall depends on many factors. While the vendor should be able support the product you buy, the first question you need is: What features does my firewall require? Your security policy should address this question. Remember that the security appliance you choose will implement your security policies. This will make it more difficult for you to do the right thing in the future. Before you begin your search, you should know what you need. Learn how to become a security expert. Palo Alto is an adaptive security app that allows or denies traffic based on a single fingerprint. It supports your IP and port policy rules and then enables policies based upon actual users and applications within your network… and beyond. The “beyond” portion means that firewalls share protection worldwide with all subscribers. All subscribers are automatically updated with the fingerprint of a company that is subject to an attack. Cool things: You can allow certain functions without blocking the entire application. You can, for example, allow Facebook but block Candy Crush. This is the best part. Palo Alto appliances are built with these next-generation features. There are no modules or additional management screens. All of their best features are built in. One other thing: Palo Alto firewalls were not affordable until a few decades ago. They do sell them today (relatively), but they will be charging for the next generation of technologies. Cisco ASA If your IT career has been long, you may have encountered an ASA (or a PIX) at some point. Cisco ASA Cisco firewalls were not available until a few years ago. This meant that their appliances did not have application identification and control. They have reintroduced these features since Sourcefire was acquired. Overall, the IDS/IPS arena has been very positive since then, so the $2.7 billion acquisition was probably worthwhile. The best part: Cisco has been around for a long time and has a 24-7 support system to assist you in any situation. Cisco was the first to enter the enterprise security market with their solid VPNs. Another thing is that Cisco has a mature firewall architecture. However, they often roll out modules which means multiple management system for similar functions. Every environment is unique. Your firewall will most likely serve as a switch and filter in a smaller office. The firewall will likely stand alone in a larger office. Talk to the sales reps of the company, get a few demo units and test your options (after you have finalized your security policy). After you have made your decision, make sure to train your team about Palo Alto and Cisco ASA. In Keith Barker’s webinar The Power of Palo Alto firewalls, learn more about Cisco, Check Point and Palo Alto. P.S. P.S. Start your free week. Download
CISA vs CISSP – Which one is right for you?
Both the CISSP and CISA certifications can improve your security skills and help you land a job. Candidates with either CISSP or CISA certifications are highly valued due to the increasing number of cyberattacks. Both the CISSP (vendor-neutral) and CISA (computer information security administrator) are critical for validating your IT security credentials. Although there are…
Guide to Choosing the Right Firewall for Your Organization
Firewalls are constantly evolving with new functionality and advanced features. The size, scope, as well as scale of your organization will all play a role in choosing a firewall. This post will help you choose the right firewall for your organization. What is a Firewall? Firewalls inspect traffic entering the network to protect its perimeter….
Cert News: Microsoft plans to retire MCSA, MCSE and MCSD Exams
Editor’s note: Microsoft announced on March 26 that due to the COVID-19 pandemic it would extend the expiration date for its MCSA, MCSD and MCSE certifications, from June 30, 2020 to January 31, 2021. Microsoft continues to make significant changes to its certification program as part of its push for role-based certifications. What is the…