IT Bookworm Blog by Brent Sheets last updated Jul 8 2009

This blog is dedicated to providing members with a wide selection of free sample chapters from relevant enterprise IT and development books. Each entry includes related resources for additional help. Be forewarned, some chapters may have limited availability – so get them while you can. Enjoy!

Brien Posey's Windows Blog by Brien Posey last updated Jul 9 2009

Join Windows expert Brien Posey as he takes you through the basics and the not-so-basics of being a Windows administrator. Learn about managing Windows XP and Windows Vista, securing your Windows network, keeping your users in line and more.

Business Intelligence Technology by Jay Dugan last updated Jul 9 2009

This blog will examine an array of technology solutions and present them in a business context. Areas of security, business continuity, networking and databases with an emphasis on business intelligence, will be covered, plus anything else that involves business and IT that comes to mind.

Sister CISA CISSP by Arian Eigen Heald last updated Jun 30 2009

Are IT Engineers and IT Auditors natural enemies? Having worked on both sides of the fence, I have a unique understanding of the common ground of these disciplines. It all comes down to competence in thinking. Can you say SAS 70, Microsoft, PCI, Novell, SOX404, AS400, UNIX, Pentesting ...Geek?

David’s Cisco Networking Blog by David Davis last updated Jun 30 2009

David’s Cisco Networking Blog will discuss how to use Cisco routers & switches, Cisco Certifications, and news about Cisco Systems.

Regulatory Compliance, Governance and Security by Charles Denyer last updated Jul 8 2009

IT faces a wave of regulatory compliance laws, legislation and mandates, such as Sarbanes Oxley, HIPAA and Gramm Leach Bliley (GLBA). How do you prepare and what benchmarks and standards are used for these compliance audits? This blog will assess, analyze and dive into these topics and many more.

Unified Communications: Click to talk by Tony Bradley last updated Jul 8 2009

Insight and information about Unified Communications and VoIP.

Custom Application Development by Joe Coley last updated Jun 30 2009

This blog deals with the questions and challenges of providing users with quality "custom" software programs to make doing their job easier, faster, better or more completely.

Adventures in Data Center Automation by Ryan Shopp last updated Jun 4 2009

Join in on trends, tips and tricks on our quest to achieve a "Lights Out Data Center" through software automation. Topics will span application, systems, network technologies and configuration, performance, availability and security functions.

The Multifunctioning DBA by Colin Smith last updated Jun 30 2009

This blog is written by an IT professional with over 5 years experience in Windows Server Administration. New to the DBA world, Colin Smith is now involved with Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle and Sybase databases. This blog covers database administration, Windows administration, Scripting and more.

ENDJOBABN by Steve Pitcher last updated Jul 5 2009

I find myself amused just about every day at how users view technology and the I/S department. Although a lot of technical topics will be covered, I'll be mixing in humorous anecdotes and rants from time to time.

Getting past the Geek Speak by Derek Kuhr last updated Jun 17 2009

Being a great IT Pro is often more than being the fastest to solve an issue. It is often the ability to recommend really cool (or sometimes really simple) solutions, practices, etc. that help customers execute their businesses more efficiently and more profitably. I explain this and more on my blog.

The Real (and Virtual) Adventures of Nathan the IT Guy by Nathan Simon last updated Jul 9 2009

Nathan is a Systems Engineer and he’ll be blogging about virtualization, portable apps, useful little-known apps and general IT issues and resolutions encountered in his role as an IT consultant. He’ll also be blogging about his certification exam experiences with the MCTS track.

The musings of an IT Consultant by Raj Perumal last updated Jun 30 2009

My musings about the everyday things I run into during projects in the IT Consulting field, from the really rare and strange problems I encounter, all the way to the most common problems that you would see on a daily basis in IT consulting.

IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance by Robert E. Davis last updated Jul 9 2009

This blog provides content regarding IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance topics. Occasionally, readers will receive suggestions enabling organizational enhancements to IT managerial principles and practices consistent with generally accepted international standards.

IT Career JumpStart by Ed Tittel last updated Jul 8 2009

Do you feel like your IT career is stalled or bogging down? Learn about skills development plus training and learning opportunities to improve your knowledge base and skill set. Dig into the pros, cons, and costs of college degrees and IT certifications at all levels.

The ranting of an IT Professional by Jason Tramer last updated Jul 9 2009

An IT consultant’s critical (and often caustic) look into the problem’s he faces on a daily basis. This will cover not only hardware and software related issues, but issues involving the vendors and clients he deals with.

IT Trenches by Troy Tate last updated Jun 29 2009

Life in the trenches as a data network and information security manager. This blog covers real world issues affecting a real global network.

ITKE Community Blog by Jenny Mackintosh last updated Jul 9 2009

Get the most out of IT Knowledge Exchange with our helpful tips and tutorials showing how to get answers to your IT questions. Learn about the latest features, new blogs, and of course, our cool contests.

IT Project Management by Yusuf Salwati last updated Jun 30 2009

Join me as I journal my experience in managing a small start up IT/Business solutions firm. I’ll discuss the daily joys, frustrations, solutions and pitfalls in transforming this small company into a full fledged IT firm.

Network Administrator Knowledgebase by Michael Khanin last updated Jun 25 2009

An invaluable source of scripts and knowledge for network and system administrators worldwide.

Network technologies and trends by Yasir Irfan last updated Jul 8 2009

Yasir Irfan has his CCNA and MCSE certifications and is working to complete CCNP & CCIE. His blog covers Cisco and networking technologies, concepts and trends. Yasir will also provide router and switching tips, sample configurations and sample documentation templates.

Quality Assurance and Project Management by Jaideep last updated Jul 8 2009

Jaideep Khanduja has a broad range of experience in IT, including development, infrastructure setup and upkeep, mailing solutions, LAN/WAN, video conferencing, switches and routers, information security, project management and quality assurance. He has worked as Head Corporate IT for 15 years.

SBS 2003 and beyond by Roger Crawford last updated Jun 30 2009

This blog covers the everyday problems and fixes I encounter with Small Business Server 2003 and SBS 2008. I also look at Windows Server 2008, mainly with TS Gateway, Published Applications, Terminal Services and Hyper-V.

Security Corner by Ken Harthun last updated Jun 30 2009

Ken "The Geek" Harthun takes the mystery out of computer security. You’ll find valuable advice, tips, and news on how to keep your PCs, network, and data safe from attack by crackers and cybercriminals.