What makes TrainSignal webinars different from the rest? Three things: the quality of the content, our expert presenters and the fact that all TrainSignal webinars are completely free.
Designed with IT professionals in mind, each session is packed with takeaways to help jumpstart your learning and includes time for Q&A. Can’t attend the next one? No worries, we record each webinar so you can watch every presentation at your convenience. Oh, and did I mention giveaways? That’s right, you can win free stuff just for attending. Nice!
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Join Us May 24, 2012
Top 3 VMware Certs You Must Get — And How To Pass the First Time
Presented by VMware vExpert David Davis
Date: Thursday, May 24th 2012
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM CST Show in my Time Zone
Registration: Register today. Seats are limited.
Why should you get VMware certified? Which certification is right for you? And more importantly, how should you prepare for a VMware exam? If you’re looking for a way to advance your IT career and become more valuable as and IT professional, then you must consider virtualization and VMware certifications.
In this free webinar, VMware vExpert and virtualization guru David Davis will help you understand VMware’s certification structure, identifying the top VMware certifications. David will also share his tips and tricks for preparing for and passing the VCP, VCAP and VCDX exams.
During this live webinar you’ll learn:
- VMware’s Certification Pyramid and Certification options
- What’s new inVMware Certification
- How to prepare for the VCP, VCAP and VCDX exams
- Best free and paid VMware study resources
BONUS: Webinar attendees will get a chance to win:
VMware vSphere 5 Training
About David Davis:
David is the author of the best-selling VMware vSphere video training library from TrainSignal. He has written hundreds of virtualization articles and presented at conferences including VMworld and TechMentor. He is a VMware vExpert, a VCP, VCAP-DCA and CCIE #9369 with more than 18 years of enterprise IT experience.
Join Us June 7, 2012
First Look at Windows Server 2012 (Windows Server 8 Beta)
Presented by Microsoft Certified Trainer Ed Liberman
Date: Thursday, June 7th 2012
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM CST Show in my Time Zone
Registration: Register today. Seats are limited.
Haven’t had the chance to play around with Windows Server 2012 Beta? The new server OS is nothing like its predecessors; it has a brand new look and a lot of new features to get excited about.
During this live webinar, TrainSignal’s Lead Windows Server Instructor, Ed Liberman, will focus on the major changes that IT Pros will have to become familiar with when working with Windows Server 2012. Experience Windows Server 2012 Beta in this free webinar as you discover the best new features and functionalities of this powerful new operating system.
BONUS: Webinar attendees will get a chance to win:
Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Training
About Ed Liberman:
Ed has been certified and instructing IT since 1998. He has helped thousands of people get started or advance their careers in the IT industry. When he is not in the classroom, he is out helping corporations with their network infrastructure as an independent consultant.
Join Us June 21, 2012
Security Awareness For Non-IT Users: Biggest Bang for your Buck
Presented by Security Experts Mike Danseglio & Lisa Szpunar
Date: Thursday, June 21st 2012
Time: 10 AM – 11 AM CST Show in my Time Zone
Registration: Register today. Seats are limited.
Your users face an excess of security threats every single day from malware, spyware, adware, viruses, Trojans, rootkits, phishing, drive-by downloads, botnets, and a plethora of attacks and exploits. As a security admin, it is your job to protect your users from all of this, plus threats that don’t even exist today.
Is it possible to defend against unknown future attacks? Yes, actually it is. And the first line of defense is simpler and more effective than you think. It is user education. Educating your users about the types of security threats and what they can do to prevent them makes a world of difference.
In this live webinar, security experts Mike Danseglio and Lisa Szpunar will provide you with helpful tips on how you can teach your users security concepts. During this free webinar you’ll learn how to:
- Customize training for your environment and different user roles and tasks
- Explain security concepts and best practices to users
- Change user perception of Internet threats
- Encourage and support good security habits and awareness
With a number of helpful tools to help you along the way, including a PowerPoint presentation download that you can customize to teach these concepts in your environment, you’ll be able to lower high-risk behaviors and improve your organization’s security.
BONUS: Webinar attendees will get a chance to win:
TrainSignal’s CompTIA Security+ Training
About Mike Danseglio:
Mike has worked in the IT field for more than 20 years. He is an award-winning author, public speaker, and instructor on a variety of technology topics including security, virtualization, cloud computing, wireless and wired networking, and IT lifecycle processes. Mike has published several books and numerous papers. He is a frequent conference speaker and classroom instructor on IT operations, computer security, and technology frameworks. To learn more about Mike visit www.nextdirectiontech.com.
About Lisa Szpunar:
Lisa started her career in education as an elementary school computer teacher and librarian, but as the most technically savvy person in the school she also took over the helpdesk and network administrator roles, concurrently launching her career in IT. Lisa specializes in systems design and security, and holds a M.S. in Computer Science degree as well as a B.A. in Education.
Join Us July 11, 2012
Conquering the IT Cover Letter
Presented by Microsoft MVP Heather Ackmann & Author Alan Ackmann
Date: Wednesday, July 11th 2012
Time: 11 AM – 12 PM CST Show in my Time Zone
Registration: Register today. Seats are limited.
A detailed, well-crafted resume is only one part of the written materials for a job search. Equally important, though often neglected, is the need to have a first-rate cover letter, which can accent the strengths of your resume and help propel your application to the top.
In this free webinar, Microsoft MVP Heather Ackmann and instructor/author Alan Ackmann will focus on strategies to help make your letter of application the best that it can be. During this live webinar you’ll learn how to:
- Create a cover letter that enhances a resume, instead of merely summarizing a resume
- Organize a cover letter for maximum accessibility and professionalism
- Develop a workplace persona through personal and professional writing styles
- Research a target company and address their needs in your cover letter
Using detailed examples and step-by-step instruction, Heather and Alan will help you make your cover letter powerful and persuasive, so you can let your materials shine.
BONUS: Webinar attendees will get a chance to win:
TrainSignal’s Microsoft Word 2010 Training
About Heather Ackmann:
Heather is an accomplished instructor with a decade of teaching experience, helping students at the high school, college, and adult levels in a variety of topics. Specializing in Microsoft Office computer applications, she is a Microsoft Office Specialist Master and holds a degree in English and Secondary Education. She is honored to have been recently awarded the Microsoft MVP Award for the Office System.
About Alan Ackmann:
Alan teaches Business and Technical Writing at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. His creative work has appeared in a variety of literary journals, including Ontario Review and McSweeney’s. In addition to teaching and writing, he edits resumes on a freelance basis.
Join Us July 17, 2012
IT Security Fundamentals: Start with Your Weak Points
Presented by Industry Guru Don Jones
Date: Tuesday, July 17th 2012
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM CST Show in my Time Zone
Registration: Register today. Seats are limited.
One of the trickiest parts of IT security is simply understanding where all of your weak points are. Once you know them, you can start researching means to mitigate risk, avoid security breaches, and improve your security posture. But how do you know what you don’t know? Start here, with this webinar from industry guru Don Jones.
Don starts from the outside in, covering all of the different ways in which attackers commonly try to compromise IT and organizational security. He’ll highlight the starting points for addressing these risks, and get you started on the path to a better understanding of Security Fundamentals!
In this webinar you’ll learn:
- How attackers come after key servers like e-mail and Web
- Understand the role of social engineering in specific kinds of attacks
- Identify key resources to protect and secure
BONUS: Webinar attendees will get a chance to win:
Don’s Security Fundamentals Training
About Don Jones:
Don’s broad IT experience comes from 20 years in the business, with a strong focus on Microsoft server technologies. He’s the author of more than 45 technology books, including titles on administration and software development, and writes monthly columns for the industry’s leading periodicals. He’s an in-demand speaker at technical conferences and symposia worldwide, and is widely recognized as one of the top trainers in the Microsoft sector. Learn more about Don at concentratedtech.com.