IP Address Management is a system used to plan, track, and manage IP addresses generally in a larger corporate network. Key Features of IPAM Address Allocation: IPAM helps in allocating IP addresses to devices within a network. It ensures that each device has a unique IP address, preventing conflicts that can disrupt network communication. Tracking Read More …
Category: IT Acronyms
MCP – Model Context Protocol
The Model Context Protocol is a framework designed to enhance communication and interaction between different systems, particularly in the context of cloud computing and distributed applications. For someone new to IT, understanding the MCP can be beneficial as it addresses how data and context are shared across various platforms, improving interoperability and user experience. What Read More …
DNS – Domain Name System
In the world of information management, one of the fundamental concepts you’ll encounter is the Domain Name System, or DNS. Think of the domain name system as the phonebook of the internet. Just as you use a phonebook to find a person’s phone number by their name, DNS helps you find the IP address of Read More …
SSTI – Server-Side Template Injection
One vulnerability in the world of web development to be aware of is Server-Side Template Injection. This type of vulnerability can have serious implications for web applications and services, especially those that serve mobile applications. What is SSTI? Server-Side Template Injection occurs when an attacker is able to inject malicious code into a template on Read More …
SCP – Service Control Policies
Service Control Policies are a feature of AWS Organizations that allow administrators to manage permissions across multiple AWS accounts in a centralized manner. SCPs provide a way to define the maximum available permissions for accounts within an organization, ensuring that security and compliance requirements are met while allowing flexibility in resource management. Organizations can enforce Read More …
RDP – Remote Desktop Protocol
Remote Desktop Protocol is a proprietary protocol developed by Microsoft that allows users to connect to and control or manage a computer remotely over a network connection. RDP is commonly used in Windows environments, enabling users to access their desktops, applications, and files from anywhere, as long as they have an network connection. This technology Read More …
SSH – Secure Shell
SSH, or Secure Shell, is a network protocol that allows users to securely access and manage devices over a network. It is widely used for remote administration of servers and network devices. SSH provides a secure channel over an unsecured network by using encryption, which protects the data being transmitted from eavesdropping and tampering. Key Read More …
SPA – Single-Page Application
Modern Web Architecture and Security This was a new term for me as I started putting together my most recent study guide. SPA, which stands for Single-Page Application. While it sounds like a simple website, an SPA represents a fundamental shift in how web applications function, bringing unique challenges to the world of information security. Read More …
Cloud Formation Example
Imagine you’re a System Administrator tasked with setting up a new environment. Traditionally, this involves a long checklist: log into the console, click through menus to create a VPC, spin up three VMs, configure storage, attach security groups, and set up a load balancer. If you need a second environment for testing, you have to do Read More …
Fine-Tuning an AI
We’ve talked about grounding (giving an AI a textbook to look at) and prompting (giving an AI clear instructions). But sometimes, you don’t just want the AI to look at a book; you want the AI to become an expert in its bones. This is called Fine-Tuning. Generalist vs. Specialist Think of a standard AI Read More …