Kasia Lorenc
Kasia Lorenc is the editor-in-chief of the TrainSignal blog and a Web Manager here at TrainSignal. She writes on a variety of topics relating to IT certification, training and technology news. Feel free to contact Kasia via our contact form or Twitter (@freeITtraining) with any questions, comments, suggestions and special requests for this site.
Kasia Lorenc has written 331 posts for TrainSignal Training
PowerCLI 101: PowerShell Basics for vSphere Administrators
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 24, 2011 ⋅ 4 comments
PowerCLI is an extremely useful tool, however it can be intimidating, especially to new users. Our free PowerCLI 101 video will help you get the basics of PowerShell so you can get started with PoweCLI today.
New Training Release: VMware vSphere PowerCLI Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 22, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
PowerCLI is a powerful tool that allows you to automate your vSphere management tasks and get more things done through the command line. Our new VMware vSphere PowerCLI Training is an all-in-one PowerCLI course that’s perfect for admins who want to master vSphere automation quickly.
Interview with Elias Khnaser, Citrix Expert and XenDesktop 5 Instructor
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 15, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Elias Khnaser is one of the leading experts on virtualization and cloud computing today, specializing in the field for more than a decade. In this video interview, Elias talks about desktop virtualization and specifically Citrix’s new XenDesktop 5 product, as well as his new XenDesktop 5 training.
Citrix XenDesktop 5 Training: How to Update a vDisk
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 10, 2011 ⋅ One comment
One of the most important tasks in administering a Citrix XenDesktop 5 virtual desktop environment is updating your vDisks. I this video, Elias Khnaser shows you how easy the process of updating vDisks can be with Provisioning Services in XenDekstop 5.
New Training Release: Citrix XenDesktop 5 Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 8, 2011 ⋅ 7 comments
Citrix has been at the forefront of desktop virtualization, and the latest release of XenDesktop has many important improvements. Our new Citrix XenDesktop 5 Training will help you master desktop virtualization and build hands-on skills with XenDesktop 5.
Train Signal’s First Hustle Up the Hancock a Success
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 6, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
The Train Signal team participated in the 14th annual Hustle up the Hancock event, helping raise over 1 million dollars in support of Chicago’s Respiratory Health Association. Fifteen Train Signal team members, family and friends participated in both the full and half climb of the Hancock building.
How to Install and Use Windows XP Mode on Windows 7
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 3, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Windows XP Mode on Windows 7 allows you to run many older Windows XP programs that are not natively compatible with Windows 7. In this video, Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield shows you how to install, setup and use Windows XP More on Windows 7.
10 Most Popular IT Certification Exam Guides
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Thinking about getting certified? We have over a hundred IT certification guides to help you plan and prepare for your next IT exam. Our IT certification guides will help you learn about different certification paths, required exams, exam structure, exam objectives, costs, locations and much more. Check out 10 of the most popular IT certification exam guides to get started.
New Training Release: Exchange Server 2010 Backup and Recovery Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 22, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Our brand new Exchange Server 2010 Backup and Recovery Training is designed for seasoned Exchange Server Admins who want to take their career to the next level. Backup and recovery is a critical skillset and our new course is the perfect addition to your current Exchange Server training.
Train Signal’s Instructors Presenting at TechMentor Orlando, Plus a Special Discount for TST Readers
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 15, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Join Train Signal instructors J. Peter Bruzzese and Ed Liberman at this year’s TechMentor conference in Orlando, Florida and save 30% off your registration fee with a special discount offer for Train Signal readers only.
Train Signal Team Getting Ready for the Hustle up the Hancock
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 12, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Train Signal team is getting ready to participate in Hustle up the Hancock, an annual event that helps raise funds and awareness for lung disease research. See why we decided to join the hustle this year.
2011 Tech Events for IT Pros and Developers
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 8, 2011 ⋅ 4 comments
Technology conferences are a great way to meet people and learn about what’s new in the IT field. Here is a list of some of the major tech events happening in 2011.
Get Career Tips from Train Signal Instructors at the 2011 Microsoft Certified Career Conference
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 4, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
The Microsoft Certified Career Conference is back and this year four of Train Signal’s Instructors are presenting. Learn more about their sessions and about the upcoming conference.
vExpert David Davis on the New VMware VCAP Certification
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 3, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
In this video, vExpert David Davis talks about his experiences with preparing for and passing the VCAP Datacenter Administration (VCAP4-DCA) exam. He explains who the VCAP certification is for and what are the benefits of obtaining this advanced level certification.
New Training Release: System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ February 1, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
Our latest release System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 Training will help you learn how to automate and simplify backup for your entire organization. See how you can take advantage of all of the powerful features DPM 2010 has to offer and take your backup and recovery process to a whole new level.
Take Our IT Certifications and Skills Survey, Win an iPad
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 25, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
We’re on a mission to find the top IT skills and certs of 2011. Take our 6 question survey and let us know what your IT training and certification goals are for 2011. The survey will take less than 5 minutes and will give you a chance to win a brand new iPad!
Best How-To Articles and Videos of 2010
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 22, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Interested to see what made our best of list for 2010? Here are our top 5 how-to articles, top 5 free videos and top 5 best selling training courses of 2010.
Windows 7 Deployment Training: Creating a Scheduled Task
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 20, 2011 ⋅ One comment
In this video, Windows Deployment expert and Windows 7 Deployment Training instructor Rhonda Layfield, will walk you through creating a scheduled task that will run a PowerShell command to automatically replicate your linked deployment share across your network.
New Training Release: Windows 7 Deployment Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 18, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Our comprehensive new course, teaches you everything you need to know about deploying Windows 7 whether you choose manual, light-touch or zero-touch installation. You’ll learn how to utilize all of the different deployment tools including WAIK, MDT, WDS and SCCM.
New Training Release: VMware vSphere Troubleshooting Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 4, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
Train Signal’s new VMware vSphere Troubleshooting Training is the first in a series of courses designed to prepare you for the VCAP Datacenter Administration (VCAP4-DCA) exam. Learn about the new VCAP exam and our new training.