All Episodes
Displaying 21 - 40 of 124 in total
Episode 104 — Theory of Probable Cause — Narrowing Down Server Failures
This episode discusses how to form a theory of probable cause after gathering information about a problem. We explain how to use evidence from logs, performance metric...
Episode 103 — Replication and Documentation — Reproducing and Logging Issues
This episode explains how replicating an issue helps confirm the root cause and ensures that corrective measures address the actual problem. We discuss how to safely r...
Episode 102 — Identifying Problems — Scoping and User Input Techniques
This episode focuses on the first step of the troubleshooting process: accurately identifying and scoping a problem. We discuss gathering user reports, reviewing monit...
Episode 101 — Domain 4 Overview — Troubleshooting Methodologies and Practices
This episode introduces Domain 4 of the CompTIA Server+ exam, which focuses on structured troubleshooting processes and the tools needed to resolve hardware, software,...
Episode 100 — Hardware Hardening — Physical Ports, BIOS, and Boot Order Settings
This episode covers hardware-level security measures that prevent unauthorized use or modification of server systems. We explain how to disable unused physical ports, ...
Episode 99 — Host and Application Hardening — Antivirus and Updates Explained
This episode explains how to secure individual server hosts and applications through targeted hardening measures. We discuss deploying antivirus and anti-malware tools...
Episode 98 — Server OS Hardening — Patches, Ports, and Service Reduction
This episode focuses on securing a server operating system by applying hardening techniques that minimize vulnerabilities. We cover the importance of keeping systems f...
Episode 97 — Regulatory Constraints — PII, PCI DSS, and Legal Retention
This episode reviews the regulatory and legal frameworks that affect server administration, focusing on requirements for protecting personally identifiable information...
Episode 96 — Security Monitoring — SIEM, Log Analysis, and Role Separation
This episode explains how security monitoring systems, particularly Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, collect and correlate logs from multipl...
Episode 95 — Breach Identification — Event Recognition and Disclosure Requirements
This episode covers how to identify potential security breaches through event monitoring, anomaly detection, and forensic investigation. We discuss the signs of compro...
Episode 94 — Backdoors and Social Engineering — Recognizing Hidden Threats
This episode explains the dangers of backdoors—hidden access methods intentionally or unintentionally left in systems—and how they can be exploited by attackers. We al...
Episode 93 — Data Loss Prevention — Duplication, Access, and Disclosure Controls
This episode focuses on data loss prevention (DLP) strategies used to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, duplication, or disclosure. We explain ho...
Episode 92 — Malware and Insider Threats — Detection and Prevention Concepts
This episode explores two major security risks: malicious software infections and insider threats. We explain how malware types such as ransomware, trojans, and worms ...
Episode 91 — Hardware Failure Risks — Power, Components, and Environmental
This episode covers the common risks that can lead to hardware failures in server environments, starting with power-related issues such as surges, brownouts, and outag...
Episode 90 — Single Sign-On (SSO) — Streamlined Identity Access Control
This episode focuses on Single Sign-On (SSO) technology, which allows users to authenticate once and gain access to multiple systems or applications without re-enterin...
Episode 89 — Multifactor Authentication — Knowledge, Possession, and Biometrics
This episode explains multifactor authentication (MFA) and how combining factors—something you know, something you have, and something you are—enhances security. We re...
Episode 88 — Segregation of Duties — Delegation and Least Privilege
This episode examines how segregation of duties reduces the risk of fraud, errors, and insider threats by dividing responsibilities among multiple individuals. We expl...
Episode 87 — Role-Based and Rule-Based Access — Models for Control Enforcement
This episode compares role-based access control (RBAC), where permissions are tied to job roles, with rule-based access control, where access is determined by specific...
Episode 86 — Password Policies — Strength, Lockouts, and Enforcement Rules
This episode explains how to design and implement password policies that balance security with usability. We discuss key elements such as minimum length, complexity re...
Episode 85 — Audit Mechanisms — Activity Logs, Deletion Events, and Group Changes
This episode explains how audit mechanisms track and record user and system activities to support accountability, security investigations, and compliance requirements....