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The world of information security and computer training is ever changing.  The techniques and systems continue to evolve and we must stay current and diligent.  To do this, you can count on TechNow®…the leader in cybersecurity training and computer system training.

TechNow® has been training the leaders in the computer community for many years.  We provide training for students in a number of areas.  Our cybersecurity trainings include popular courses like D0D 8140, Security , CISM, CISSP, CEH,CCNA, and more.  With over 34 years of experience, we’re able to provide you with unmatched training and certification programs.

TechNow also provides a variety of other popular trainings for the computer professional including Cisco, EC-Council, CompTIA, Unix/Linux and more.

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    • 10/14/2025 – 10/16/2025
    • San Antonio
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    • 10/27/2025 – 10/30/2025
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    PA-243: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Debug and Troubleshoot (EDU-311)

      

     

    Course Overview: PA-243: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Debug and Troubleshoot is a three-day course on how to troubleshoot the full line of Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls. Students will receive hands-on experience troubleshooting the security, networking, threat prevention, logging, and reporting features of the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS® operating system. Upon completion of this class, students will have an in-depth knowledge of how to troubleshoot visibility and control over applications, users, and content. This is not a virtualized theoretical course.  This is hands-on, real world instruction, directly relevant to the DoD and Commercial implementations of Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls.

    Each student is issued a physical Palo Alto firewall and a Cisco layer 3 switch at their desk.  Real hardware per student for real experience and real skill development.  TechNow provides a very comprehensive client infrastructure that includes Windows, Linux, and multiple packet sniffer agents.

    The instructor for this course has been a lead in Unix kernel development to implement firewall and intrusion detection technologies. Additionally, the instructor has taught several security appliance products and carries several SANS, ISC2, ISACA, Cisco, Unix, and Windows certifications.

    Attendees to the PA-243: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Debug and Troubleshoot (EDU-311) Training Course will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

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    Duration: 3 days

    Course Objectives:   Students attending this foundational-level training course will gain an in-depth knowledge of how to configure and manage their Palo Alto Networks firewall, including hands-on experience in configuring the security, networking, threat prevention, logging, and reporting features of the Palo Alto Networks Operating System (PAN-OS).

    Day 1

    • Module 0 – Introduction & Overview
    • Module 1: Troubleshooting
      • Methodology
    • Module 2: Platform
      • Comparisons When
      • Troubleshooting
    • Module 3: Flow Logic
    • Module 4: Administration
      • Troubleshooting

     

     

    Day 2

    • Mod 5: Layer 3
      • Troubleshooting
    • Mod 6: Policy
      • Troubleshooting
    • Mod 7: User-ID™
      • Troubleshooting

    Day 3

    • Mod 8: VPN
      • Troubleshooting
    • Mod 9: GlobalProtect™
      • Troubleshooting
    • Mod 10: Performance
      • Troubleshooting

     

    Prerequisites:

    This course is in no way associated with Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

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    CT-245: Linux+

    Course Overview:

    This course will provide students with proficiency in the everyday management of Linux based clients and basic management of server system. Students will learn the knowledge and tools necessary to manage Linux systems from the command line, as well as how to manage user administration, file permissions, software configurations, and Linux based clients, server systems and security.  Let us help you prepare for the CompTIA Linux+ exam (XK0-005).

    TechNow is a CompTIA partner and uses official CompTIA Linux+ curriculum.

    Attendees to CT-245: Linux+ will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

    Date/Time Event
    12/01/2025 - 12/05/2025
    08:00 -16:00     		CT-245: Linux+
    TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX

    Duration: 5 Days

    Course Objectives:

    • Perform basic Linux tasks
    • Manage users and groups
    • Manage permissions and ownership
    • Manage storage
    • Manage files and directories
    • Manage kernel modules
    • Manage the Linux boot process
    • Manage system components
    • Manage devices
    • Manage networking
    • Manage packages and software
    • Secure Linux systems
    • Write and execute Bash shell scripts
    • Automate tasks
    • Plan and perform a Linux installation

    Prerequisites:

     

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    User: cwbrind

    Instructor comments: Great experience with Mr. Peterson, would recommend again. Highly knowledgable and approachable for any subject.

    Facilities comments: The Holiday Inn was a nice location for learning despite traffic around the area.

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    RH-355: RHCSA Rapid Track Course

    Course Overview:

    The RHCSA Rapid Track Course  is designed for experienced Linux® system administrators who want to expand their technical skill sets and become accredited with the Red Hat® Certified System Administration (RHCSA) certification. To successfully navigate this course, students should have experience with the Linux command line—including the necessary skills to execute common commands, such as cp, grep, sort, mkdir, tar, mkfs, ssh, and dnf—and be familiar with accessing man pages for help. At the completion of the course, students will be adequately prepared to take the RHCSA exam (EX200) .

    Date/Locations:

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    Duration: 5 days

    Course Objectives:

    • Introduce Linux and the Red Hat Enterprise Linux ecosystem.
    • Run commands and view shell environments.
    • Manage, organize, and secure files.
    • Manage users, groups and user security policies.
    • Control and monitor systemd services.
    • Configure remote access using the web console and SSH.
    • Configure network interfaces and settings.
    • Manage software using DNF
    • Access security files, file systems, and networks
    • Execute shell scripting and automation techniques
    • Manage storage devices, logical volumes, and file systems
    • Manage security and system access
    • Control the boot process and system services
    • Running containers

    Prerequisites:

    Experience in the field system administration.

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