Harbor in Höfn, Iceland.

Bob's Blog

Random Thoughts on Various Topics

I'm Bob, I have this site on a broad mix of topics including travel, Linux and other open-source projects, cybersecurity, and networking, plus an entire other website containing oddly specialized travel pictures and commentary.

This collection of essays or musings or rants or what-not will include content related to those topics, and content without an obvious home on either site.

Cybersecurity certifications require annual "continuing education" or "contributions to the industry", and a "professional blog" counts. Blame the greedy companies selling certifications, because they impose these requirements hoping that you will pay them for annual training courses.

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Cybersecurity Certifications are Unfair
Cybersecurity certifications are not a fair test of knowledge, let alone skill. They have an illusion of relevance and meaning, making more money for the certifying companies.

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What's Up With My Social Media Postings?
I have an automated Mastodon identity that posts numerous factoids of widely varying relevance. What's going on?.