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Notes on cybersecurity, networking, IT support, and navigating a tech career — written as I learn.

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Cybersecurity 6 min read

Why Every IT Professional Should Understand the CIA Triad

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability — three words that underpin everything in security. Whether you're in helpdesk, networking, or SOC, understanding the CIA triad changes how you think about every system you touch.

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Network cables
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Networking5 min

Subnetting Finally Clicked — Here's How I Got There

Subnetting was the wall I kept running into while studying for CCNA. This is the mental model that finally made it stick for me.

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IT workspace
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IT Support4 min

Google Workspace vs Microsoft 365 — An IT Support Perspective

I've administered both platforms. Here's an honest breakdown of the differences that actually matter when supporting users day-to-day.

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Career growth
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Career7 min

Breaking Into Cybersecurity With No Experience — My Honest Take

Everyone says "get certified." Not everyone tells you what happens after. Here's what I've actually found useful as a fresh graduate in Melbourne.

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Home lab setup
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Cybersecurity5 min

Setting Up a Home Security Lab (On a Budget)

You don't need expensive hardware. Here's how I built a functional security lab at home using free tools and a single old laptop.

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Website on laptop
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Web Dev4 min

What I Learned Building a WordPress Site for a Real Organisation

Client work is different from tutorials. Here's what building the Tarneit Table Tennis Club website taught me about real-world web development.

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Network switch
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Networking6 min

VLANs Explained Simply — What They Are and Why They Matter

VLANs sound complex but make complete sense once you see a real use case. Let me walk you through the scenario that made it click for me.

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