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Securing the WRT54G And a Default Password List Link Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 555 seconds This video walks through basic security configuration for a WRT54G Wireless Router, I discuss password creation, and then pass on a link to a crackers dream, a large list of manufacturers default passwords. Related: configuration, list, password, techanvil, wep, wpa, wrt54g |
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Building A Parabolic WiFi Booster Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 474 seconds This episode gives you a basic overview of how to build a Parabolic WiFi Booster that will increase you router's range as well as narrow the signal path for added security. Related: booster, networking, parabolic, techanvil, wifi, wireless |
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Resizing Windows Partitions with GpartEd Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 560 seconds A free bootable CD that allows you to shrink a Windows partition to allow you to load Linux on the drive. Three easy steps, Backup, Defrag, and Resize. I perform it all on a laptop to prepare for Ubuntu. Related: defragment, gparted, linux, partition, resize, techanvil, ubuntu |
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Starting an IT Business Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 600 seconds In this video I cover some of the important things to think about and do before starting an IT business. I cover where to go for help on the business side and give you a few suggestions on what type of business to start. Related: business, it, small, support, techanvil |
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Network Equipment Basics Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 372 seconds A network runs on three types of devices, the Router, the Switch and the Hub. I give a basic description of each and comment on when they are used. Related: hub, network, router, support, switch, techanvil |
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Basic Network Tools and Commentary Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 540 seconds In this episode I introduce some basic network cabling tools and equipment including my favorite network and IT tool, the crossover adapter. This set of tools should be the starting point for the hobbyist and the professional alike and can be picked up a few items at a time, to lessen the effect on your budget. Related: adapter, cable, crimper, crossover, network, rj45, support, techanvil, tools |
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Introduction To Wireless Networking Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 565 seconds In this vid I discuss the basics of wireless networking. I pass on tips on what to buy, and show you some devices we will discuss in more detail in other videos. Related: 802.11, linksys, network, techanvil, wifi, wrt54g, wrt54gl |
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A change in Microsoft Licensing and an intro to Ubuntu Linux Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 450 seconds I discuss the changes in Vistas licencing scheme that may have a serious effect on the hobbyist. I also talk about Ubuntu, and explain how to get free professionally minted disks for the asking. Related: information, license, linux, techanvil, technology, ubunti, vista |
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YouTube on Ubuntu, Installing the Flash Player Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 523 seconds In this episode I walk you though a flash player install on Opera and Mozilla, and I discuss loading the Flash Player on Firefox. After all, what good is Ubuntu if you can't watch YouTube! Related: firefox, flash, linux, mozilla, opera, player, techanvil, ubuntu |
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Careers in Information Technology Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 383 seconds An Exploration of why you should, and why you shouldn't consider a career in Information Technology Related: blog, career, comment, information, techanvil, technology, vblog |
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Setting up External Network Access Part I Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 520 seconds The first of a two part series on setting up your linux server and network for external access through your cable modem or DSL. This episode covers modifying the Linux servers network setting to a static IP address. Related: access, external, fedora, ip, linux, network, server, static, techanvil |
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More Tips For The Prospective IT Professional Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 590 seconds Being good at your job isn't enough. To be at the top of your field, you need other skills. This video covers skills I think are equally important. Related: career, commentary, information, techanvil, technology |
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Loading Firmware on the WRT54GL Wireless Router Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 533 seconds There are a couple of third party firmware options for various home routers. These firmwares allow for increased functionality, including Increasing the transmit power. In this episode I walk through an installation on a WRT54GL and give you a few tips. Related: 802.11, dd-wrt, firmware, hack, linksys, open, openwrt, source, techanvil, wifi, wireless, wrt54g, wrt54gl |
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Mounting A USB Flash Drive At The Linux Command Line Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 240 seconds USB flash drives are great for moving files on and off of a linux server, but how do you do it? This quick tutorial shows you how easy it is! Related: command, drive, fedora, fstab, line, linux, mount, techanvil, usb |
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Making Network Cable Referal and Some Additional Content Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 224 seconds In this short video I refer you to a video in my "additional resources" playlist, demonstrating how to make an RJ45 Ethernet Cable. I also discuss why patches are rarely made in the IT world and why you should learn the process anyway. Related: cable, ethernet, network, techanvil |
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Updating Fedora and Loading Apache Web Server Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 458 seconds Performing a software update using yum, followed by loading and testing Apache Web Server. Related: apache, fedora, information, linux, server, techanvil, technology, web, yum |
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Two Types of IT Bosses, and challenges 7 and 8 Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 300 seconds The two types of bosses and what they expect. I also suggest a couple of tutorials on the command line and the vi editor. Related: information, linux, techanvil, technology, tutorial, vi |
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Automating Yum Updates with Cron Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 290 seconds I discuss the command line option to make yum run without user intervention. I also discuss cron, giving you an example and a tutorial to introduce you to one of the Unix Administrators best friend. Related: cron, fedora, linux, techanvil, update, yum |
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Removing Windows and Installing Fedora Linux Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 444 seconds A brief overview of the removal of Windows, and the downloading and Installation of Fedora. The end is a montage of screen shots taken during my install. Related: fedora, install, linux, techanvil, technology, unix, windows |
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New Version Comments, MD5, and A Common Install Problem Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 436 seconds A brief overview on Edgy Eft Ubuntu, an overview of MD5 sums, and what in my opinion is the most common install problem. Related: cd, disk, drive, edgy, eft, label, laptop, linux, md5, problems, techanvil, ubuntu |
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IP TV And Your First Two Challenges Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 432 seconds A little talk on IPTV with some of my favorite sources, and your first two challenges on your path toward becomming an IT Guru. Related: computers, how, information, iptv, techanvil, technology, to |
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Loading Ubuntu, Performing an Update, and a new feature. Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 512 seconds This episode walks throug an Ubuntu install on a laptop, including an automatic update. I also point out the the "Add Programs" feature, which for some reason I hadn't seen before. Related: add, install, linux, programs, techanvil, ubunti, update |
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Windows Password Recovery And Security Wipe Of A Hard Disk Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 598 seconds In this episode I show you how to "break in" to your Windows machine after you have lost the password. This works in Windows NT, 2000, and XP machines without an encrypted file system. I then show you how to wipe a hard disk to assure no one can gain access to your data once the drive is sold or disgarded. Related: 2000, clean, dban, disk, drive, hard, nt, password, recover, security, techanvil, windows, wipe, xp |
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Introduction To A Career In Network Support Posted by: TechAnvil
Video duration: 524 seconds So what if Server administration isn't interesting to you? One of the other options is Network Support. In this episode I talk about the jobs that are available in the field, touch on certifications, and offer some commentary of the importance of understanding the basics of Network Operation. Related: ccie, ccna, ccnp, cisco, job, network, support, techanvil |
