In June 2019, CISCO announced that its certification system would change forever. In this way, Cisco Certified Network Associate (better known by its acronym: CCNA) was not limited to a mere update, but to a general change in the way how to become certified in network security.
CCNA update The most significant changes in the CISCO certifications, considering not only the content changes, but also the form of certification and the validity of the same. Dates to get certifiedThe old certification exams were available until February 23, 2020. While the new certification exams are available from February 24, 2020. CCNA certification CCNA releases its seventh version, although it is simply referred to as CCNA. The multiplicity of this certification with mentions such as Wireless, security and other specifications will disappear and there will only be a single CCNA, obtained through a single exam. Disappearance of CCNET What was the CCENT certification? What was it for? Also known as Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) certifies the student as capable of installing, operating and solving problems of a small corporate network, the professionals who hold this certification are trained in:
CCNP certifications no longer have a CCNA certification as a prerequisiteThis is possibly because CISCO knows that there are more professionals with demonstrable experience who have acquired knowledge of network administration and without the need to previously pass the CCNA exam, are able to make the leap to Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). All CCNP certifications are earned by taking a “Core” exam and a “Concentration” exam chosen from a set of optional specialties. CISCO DevNet creation CISCO is aware of the potential of independent software developers, the purpose of DevNet is to help developers and IT professionals who want to create applications and develop integrations with Cisco products, API or platforms. Through its official website It is possible to obtain this new certification, as well as a series of new tools such as Sandboxing, code exchange and exploring a series of solutions that have been achieved by several companies in collaboration with CISCO, such as CIMCON Lightning. Validity and method of certification All certifications are valid for 3 years. In addition, CISCO has added the possibility of recertifying the sum of points through continuing education activities that assign a score of up to 40 points. It is also possible to recertify, as always, by taking an exam of the same level or a higher level. Frequently asked questions about CISCO certificationsUntil February 23 it was possible to take the exam for existing certifications, those who still have a current certification receive a new accreditation depending on the sector in which they have been previously certified. CCENT and CCNA For professionals who have passed the ICND1 (100-105) exam, it is recommended that they present ICND2 (200-105) before February 23, obtaining CCNA Routing And Switching, which in this new certification model would be simply referred to as CCNA. In case the professional has not passed the 200-105 exam before February 23, then you must take the new CCNA 200-301 exam to obtain the current CCNA certification. What about certifications in process?Progress a student has made to date is recognized as related certification progress, for example: If you were pursuing CCNA Routing and Switching certification, your progress to date is taken as progress of the new and only CCNA certification . What is the equivalent to the old certifications? Certification related to network design as CCDA (Cisco Certified Design Associate Certification) becomes part of CCNA. What is CCDA? It was a certification that certified the design of networks covering LAN WAN with less than 100 nodes that use CISCO routers and switches, in the same way that the CCENT certification was eliminated because they are skills and knowledge that a professional who has the CCNA certification would master . In this way, the new CISCO certification scheme can be summarized as follows:
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Smart home solutions allow for better energy management, resulting in significant energy savings. In particular, you can reduce the related power consumption:
Smart home reduces waste and contributes to the preservation of scarce resources Thanks to the programming and automation features, you can avoid a lot of energy waste. You reduce your energy consumption, preserve scarce natural resources (oil, coal, natural gas...), and make significant energy savings. Smart home reduces your heating and air conditioning bill. Thanks to home heating, you can program the temperature of the heating according to your presence and the time of day.
Electricity consumption can be reduced by 15% thanks to a smart home installation Smart home offers you complete control over the use of your electrical appliances. You can therefore make significant energy savings.
Although intelligent loudspeakers have been on the market for some time, it cannot be denied that they are still in fashion today, and as expected, LG is not far behind by presenting its LG WK7 loudspeaker during last CES, which in addition to being able to work by voice thanks to Google Assistant technology, also offers wireless connectivity via Bluetooth and Wifi. This loudspeaker is planned to be launched in mid 2018, so while we wait we want to share with you all the information that is known so far about this attractive and useful device. Although if you don't like to wait, I recommend you take a look at the LG FH6 loudspeaker, which has a large size, as well as a powerful sound and DJ features to get the most out of it. Design Like many loudspeakers on the market, the LG WK7 comes in a cylindrical design that doesn't differ much from the rest, however given its excellent construction quality worthy of a manufacturer of the size of LG, there is no doubt that it will be much more durable and solid than other less intelligent models. In addition, it has a black metal cover that covers the entire exterior, giving it a very elegant appearance and hard to find in cheap loudspeakers. Similarly, its metal grille looks great, and is only interrupted by a stripe where the microphone button is located on the back. The top side has a touch-sensitive cover where you can find some controls for pause/playback, change the volume and a function button, as well as a central circle that changes color when using the buttons. Functions Although the full specifications of the LG WK7 have not yet been released, what is known is that it has great power, and that it will work with Meridian Audio, which guarantees a high fidelity of sound. In the same way, it incorporates Google Assistant which will allow you to make voice commands to ask questions, set alarms and play music. The device also has built-in Chromecast, so it can be part of a network of compatible devices. On the other hand, the LG WK7 supports high resolution playback (192 kHz / 24 bits), and can connect to other devices such as tablets and smartphones easily, and not only via Bluetooth, but also from Wifi, being able to exchange the connection mode from the button functions. Samsung has announced the new wearable Galaxy Watch Active, Fit/Fit e, Buds. Many news from Samsung. Not only the new Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Fold but also a number of interesting new wearable. More specifically, the Korean company has announced the new Galaxy Watch Active, Fit/Fit e, Buds. Galaxy Watch Active This is a new sports smartwatch with a very elegant line. Galaxy Watch Active features a sporty line that makes it slim, lightweight, versatile and perfect for maintaining a balanced lifestyle. You can combine an elegant dial with a sporty strap, choosing from a wide variety of colors to fully reflect your style. The monitoring functions of physical activity, sleep and well-being make Galaxy Watch Active a personal coach able to guide you towards achieving psycho-physical well-being. This device combines the best aspects of the Galaxy tradition with optimized functionalities oriented to physical fitness and well-being. Galaxy Watch Active offers training monitoring, sleep analysis and stress management. Galaxy Watch Active is compatible with Android and iOS. Galaxy Fit/Galaxy Fit e These are new smart bands designed for sportsmen. The Galaxy Fit/Galaxy Fit devices and allow easy and intuitive activity monitoring to achieve your wellness goals more easily. Galaxy Fit/Galaxy Fit e, automatically begin to monitor users' activity when they run, use their exercise bike, rowing machine, elliptical or start a dynamic workout. You can manually choose from over 90 different activities in the Samsung Health app installed on your smartphone. In addition, thanks to optimized sleep analysis and efficient stress management, your well-being can be kept under control at any time of day. These devices allow you to receive alerts and messages or control the widget with synchronized information directly from your smartphone. Both devices are 5 ATM waterproof, so they can be worn in the shower or pool at any time of day. Galaxy Buds These are wireless headsets for those who want a seamless audio experience on the move. With their comfortable shape, easy-to-use controls, clear sound and compact size, they're perfect for everyday activities. Audio has been optimised by AKG. You can activate Ambient Sound to clearly hear your surroundings even while wearing your earphones. Galaxy Buds can support up to six hours of Bluetooth streaming and up to five hours of calling. After Nuki introduced the new generation of the Smart Lock, Nuki 2.0, in mid-October, it is now available in stores. Apple HomeKit Compatibility One of the biggest wishes of many users and those who wanted to become one was the integration of Apple HomeKit. With the new version Nuki 2.0, Apple HomeKit has finally found its way into the smart door lock. Now you can control Nuki 2.0 with the digital language assistant Siri or via Apple Smart Watch. Thanks to the Apple Home App, you can manage the smart door lock and link it to your existing smart HomeKit devices. Can be used with knob cylinders The makers of Nuki have also revised the Electronic-Key adapter so that Sodas Nuki 2.0 can now be used with standard knob cylinders. Improved speed Furthermore the smart door lock got a more powerful processor and could increase the speed by 300%. Bluetooth 5 With Bluetooth 5, also known as Bluetooth Smart, the range and connection quality has been improved. ZigBee Compatibility But that's not all, with the new motherboard Nuki 2.0 is now also compatible with the popular and, not least because of Philips Hue lamps, well-known Smart Home wireless standard ZigBee. The new door sensor Another innovation is the door sensor. If you want to close your door while it is open, the sensor detects this and warns you. Compatibility with other voice assistants First generation Nuki Smart Lock was already compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, now it has got the integration of Apple HomeKit and Siri. First Generation Upgrade Program The manufacturer also offers an upgrade program, similar to what Danalock recently did with V3 for its new version. This allows you to exchange the old Nuki version for the new Nuki 2.0. As soon as the old device, for example first generation Nuki Smart Lock, arrives at the manufacturer as a return shipment, you will receive a credit for Nuki 2.0 of 100 euros. This is a good move from Nuki. But first you have to buy the new Nuki Smart Lock 2.0 and then fill out a form, you can read it here. By the way, the upgrade program is only valid if the new Nuki Smart Lock 2.0 has been purchased in the online shop. Where you bought your first generation Smart Lock is not important, it doesn't even have to be functional. Apple is supposed to give developers access to Siri and build their own hardware as a counterpart to Amazon's voice-controlled home assistant Echo. According to a report by The Information, Apple wants to release an SDK for Siri at its Wordwide Developers Conference (WWDC) so that app programmers can also use speech recognition. Apple will also build a counterpart to Amazon's voice-controlled Home Assistant Echo, which can answer simple questions and perform simple tasks. Although Apple's strict control of the Siri ecosystem in 2011 ensured a successful start for the speech assistant, it also limited its further development and usefulness. Not every user wants to use the services with which Apple has concluded a contract for the use of Siri. With a Siri SDK, Apple would open the language assistant for all developers, although probably with the usual strict restrictions. This would result in new application possibilities. It would be conceivable, for example, that the user would ask Siri for a taxi and the assistant would order a car to the current location using an installed app. A largely open ecosystem is also a central component of Viv, the language assistant recently introduced by the original Siri developers. It can also answer more complex questions, as demonstrated two weeks ago by a demonstration at the TechCrunch Disrupt NY conference in New York. Apple The Information has been working on an Amazon echo competitor for some time, according to The Information. Development is said to have started before the Alexa Voice Services (AVS) powered home assistant was launched in mid-2008. The Apple device will also feature speakers and web connectivity, as well as deep integration with HomeKit for controlling smart home devices. AirPlay could also be used to stream music. The integration of Siri would also allow voice-controlled access to iCloud services such as calendars, contacts, iMessage or mail. It remains to be seen when Apple's home assistant will be launched on the market. In addition to Amazon, the company from Cupertino would also have to compete with Google in this area. The Internet company presented Google Home only last week at its developer conference I/O. The device developed under the code name Chirp, whose shape is reminiscent of a flower vase, is based on the new Google Assistant, which is intended to support users in their everyday lives. It uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to adjust to the user's habits and behavior patterns over time and thus to perform tasks as desired. Tea drinkers, coffee drinkers and all those who like to enjoy their drinks warm - watch out! Today we introduce a smart cup for your hot drinks, the Ember Travel Mug. There's nothing you can't do smart. Cups are also included, as are Ember's models. The US company has even made it to Starbucks stores with its cups. The goal: Ember's products should always provide perfectly tempered beverages using a certain heating technology. To convince ourselves of this, we ordered an Ember Travel Mug. Here is an overview of the cup. Soon there will also be a test report. Write us gladly also in the comments, what you think of the cup. App for your hot drink The mugs and the app that goes with them allow complete personalization. The Ember app offers a number of functions:
The idea is to revolutionize the experience of drinking coffee and tea by combining taste and temperature - someone in marketing has put a lot of effort into the slogan. With the Travel Mug and Ceramic Mug you can set the preferred drinking temperature individually (between 50°C and 62.5°C) and thus improve and extend the taste and enjoyment of your hot drink. The cups maintain the temperature and ensure that every sip tastes as good as the first! According to Ember, the Travel Mug keeps your drink at the desired temperature for about two hours and even all day with the included coaster. Very practical for the coming cold days and by the way also suitable for cocoa or mulled wine ;-). Prices and availability The new Travel Mugs (€ 179.95) in white and Ceramic Mugs (€ 99.95) in black have been available exclusively from apple.com and Apple Stores since 27 November 2018. The mugs are also available at ember.com. After answering the questions "What is a connected object? What is its history?", I now answer the question "What are the uses of connected objects?" in this article (which is not exhaustive). o In the health field, connected objects make it possible to monitor your blood pressure, heart rate, breathing quality or fat mass. Indeed, many medical connected objects are already launched: the preventive collar, the connected toothbrush or the scanner that calculates the number of calories on your plate! Discover more items in our special category connected health. So, in a few years, do you think that this revolution in the Internet Of Things will allow you to no longer need to go to the doctor? or even to the pharmacy...? o For athletes, many connected objects such as watches or bracelets allow you during the day to calculate the number of steps taken, the distance covered, your activity time, the calories burned but also at night by calculating your sleep hours and the quality of it. These bracelets and watches are mostly synchronized with your smartphone, computer or tablet. From mid-2014, new connected bracelets will be released on the market (see the comparison of connected bracelets): they will be even more powerful and more accurate because they will carry many more sensors than their predecessors (cardiac sensor for example). A summary article of the latest connected objects for sport: connected objects invade sport. What if everyone had a connected bracelet... would people be healthier? Could this help improve quality of life, cure certain diseases related to lack of activity or extend our life expectancy?... We will try to answer these many questions during our tests, interviews and articles. o For high-tech enthusiasts, it's a huge market that opens up for them! From watches connected to connected TV sets to cameras, watches, drones, google glass; these objects will be part of your daily life if not already the case for the most fanatical! o For the home, connected objects are also a real revolution: they make it connected, hence the popular name "Smart Home". Indeed, many safety devices with broken prices appear (smoke detector, surveillance, connected lock) but also in the field of household appliances (connected refrigerator, LG: connected household appliances). But it doesn't stop there... it's also a revolution for the design/ambiance of your house (connected lamp, light frame) but also for your plants (connected plant)! In a few years, will we still have keys? Will our house become autonomous? No more cleaning, no more security problems, no more shopping lists, a considerable energy saving... what else does this world of connected objects have in store for us as a surprise? We will keep you informed of the latest news on the connected house! o For fans of unusual objects, this world of the Internet of things is full of them! We have already identified some "original" connected objects. o For fashion victims, some objects have already appeared (clothes and accessories connected): ring, necklace, clothing, bra... Do you believe that in the coming years, there will be a craze for connected clothing? Whatever the answer, we will keep you informed of the latest developments in "connected mode". And you, what would be the connected object of your dreams? Facebook Portal is a speaker connected to Amazon Alexa, with a screen for video calls to Messenger. The device also includes several applications such as Spotify and The Food Network, but does not allow you to download third-party applications.
The rumor was true. As suggested by the patents filed, Facebook is finally entering the connected speaker market. However, rather than a simple speaker like Amazon Echo or Google Home, Mark Zuckerberg's firm opted for a touch screen device like the Amazon Echo Show. The Facebook Portal is therefore presented as a device equipped with a 10-inch touch screen, and a webcam allowing video calls to be made via the Messenger application. The advantage of the product is that the camera follows people in the frame during calls, allowing them to be kept in view even when they are on the move. Ideal for making video calls without interrupting your current activities. As with Messenger on smartphone or PC, it will of course be possible to make group calls and use the application's stickers and visual effects. In parallel, we find the Amazon Alexa virtual assistant to offer traditional connected speaker features. Other assistants will a priori be integrated later, including Google's. Several applications are pre-installed in addition to Messenger, including Pandora, Spotify, iHeartRadio and The Food Network. However, there is no App Store and it will therefore be impossible to download other third-party applications. Facebook Portal: Are you ready to let Facebook film your house? Given the many scandals related to Facebook's privacy policy, it is likely that many consumers are reluctant to let the firm film their homes all the time. However, to reassure the crowds, the Portal comes with a camera cover. In addition, a physical button allows you to disable the microphone and camera. This button completely disconnects the camera circuit. It will therefore not be possible to reactivate it using software... a priori. It should also be noted that there is no video recording functionality for this product. The Facebook Portal has a 10 inch screen with 720p resolution, with two built-in speakers. It will be available in the United States in November 2018 for $199. A Portal+ version, with a 15.6-inch screen in 1080p resolution, more powerful speakers and a subwoofer is also available for $349. It is not yet known whether a launch in Europe is planned. In this article we will talk about another product from the beautiful Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi, which has recently released a lot of devices to automate our homes, and the star of today's article is part of this line. This is a device called Aqara Air Conditioning Companion.
What you need Aqara Air Conditioning Companion Aqara Air Conditioning Companion offers a variety of features, including the ability to synchronize with other smart home devices such as a moisture sensor or smart button. But the main purpose of the gateway-to control the air conditioner, which is already clear from the name. The power of this device as a socket-up to 4000 watts, with a maximum voltage of 250 V and 16 a. The possibilities of Aqara Air Conditioning Companion are not much different from the Xiaomi Gateway, which you can find out in another article. In essence it is the same gateway, the purpose of which is to work with sensors of the ecosystem Smart House on the protocol ZigBee. The main differences-it is possible to control the air conditioner, which replaced the backlight in the Xiaomi Gateway. It can also keep a record of the electricity used by the air conditioner. Aqara Air Conditioning Companion Packaging This device comes in a familiar already for all products Xiaomi white box, size 10 * 10 * 6 cm and weighing 160 grams. The device itself has sizes 73 * 73 * 35 mm at weight in 100 grams. Inside the box is also all quite standard: instruction and the gateway itself. Well, for what they paid, then they got. Aqara Air Conditioning Companion Design Aqara Air Conditioning Companion has a fairly simple design that supports the minimalist style of the manufacturer. As we know, Xiaomi is far from using unnecessary jewelry and this device has not become an exception to the rules. It is available in only one color, and it is white. More precisely, the white is only the top part, and the bottom is black, and it gives an attractive contrast. Connecting Aqara Air Conditioning Companion The gateway can be synchronized with our smartphone via the Mi Home application, which can be downloaded from the Google Play store or the App Store, it is compatible with devices running Android and IOS. Once connected, you will be prompted to update the device software, then download the plugin to manage it. After these simple manipulations, the corresponding device icon will appear in the Mi Home application. The Aqara air Conditioning Companion menu is divided into several tabs: air-conditioning control, radio and alarm control (Gateway), a list of scripts (Automation), a list of devices connected to the gateway (device) and a menu of settings. Connecting the air conditioner To connect the air conditioner to the gateway you need to click the Add Air-condition icon on the air conditioner Settings page. In the Connection wizard that appears, choose one of the three connection options-manual, using the remote control and automatic. As for me, the most convenient option-automatic, in which after selecting the manufacturer of the air conditioner will need to press the button on the screen until the air conditioner does not start to react. Then the management page in the application will look like a full Control panel. Source: writerscafe.org |