Ryan's Information Technology Blog

Starting something new in tech can feel overwhelming, especially when learning a programming language like Java. But trust me, if I can get through the first week, you can too. In this post, I’m going to talk through my experience installing Java and starting to understand what Object-Oriented Programming is all about. This is a guide from one newbie to another.  Java Installation First off, installing Java and Eclipse (a popular IDE for Java development) wasn’t too bad. The official resources were super helpful, and Eclipse even has built-in guides that walk you through your first “Hello World” program. Here are the resources I found most useful: Java SE Downloads – Oracle Getting Started with Java – Oracle Tutorials It is truly a confidence booster seeing your first line of code execute.   What is Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)? Think of OOP as organizing your code in a way that models real-life  things , called  objects . Each object represents a conc...

  Exploring IT Careers Out of my chosen tech topics, Information Technology (IT) Careers have their roots directly in the basics of information technology and computer science. Information technology careers have all kinds of areas like cybersecurity, data analysis, the development of software, and project management in IT. These positions heavily use computer operations, hardware, programming, application software, databases, and network security, all of which may be the most critical IT concepts involved in working in the IT professions. Connection to Information Technology and Computer Science The choice of IT professions is the materialization of computer science and information technology and what they have achieved defining important historical breakthroughs and the basics of calculation and information processing. The development of computers has gone from simple machines to advanced microprocessors and IT professionals developed tools to innovate and confront complica...

  Network Security There is cybercrime everywhere today. Computers are what many people use the most. That’s why information and system safety are vital. The aim of this piece is to show two key hazards – computer viruses and deceptive tactics. Let’s look at their dangers, symptoms, and how to reduce risks. The heart of the matter is the clever way of using network instructions; communication modes can be abused for attacks, hence the necessity to comprehend basic network instruments. Useful Ping Commands For Networks Ping packets help find network troubles. But attackers misuse them, like: Ping Flood: send too many pings to stop a device from working (DoS). Smurf Attack: reveal a victim’s IP to get many replies to overwhelm the victim’s system. Problems caused by these attacks: consume resources, stop work, and open the way for more attacks. Ways to prevent attacks: use firewalls to block too many or wrong pings and configure routers and systems to limit unnecessar...

The Role of Computers in Construction Today, computers shape how we design, plan, and build structures. They speed up work and improve safety. For instance, using AutoCAD and BIM, we plan buildings on the computer with fewer mistakes. When we construct, Procore and Primavera P6 help us track time and money. On-site, we use drones and IoT gadgets. They collect important data on safety and accuracy. Smart devices verify if things are stable or not. The Importance of Computer Literacy In this tech-based world, being computer literate is no longer a choice for construction workers; it is required. Interpret Digital Blueprints: Electricians and builders, in general, increasingly rely on digital content for many purposes such as plans and schematics. Operate Specialized Software: From building information modeling office software (BIM) to project management with scheduling and tracking capabilities, use of these is not an option, but the necessity to have one is very clear. ...

Exploring Packet Journeys Among the most helpful commands for troubleshooting network connectivity are ping and traceroute. Ping gauges latency by measuring the roundtrip time of packets sent to a destination. Traceroute indicates hops along the path packets take to their destination. As a ping command is executed, the packets move from the local machine to the destination server via ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol). The reply includes the fact that packets reached the destination by the way back, as well as a delay time. Traceroute uses the Time-To-Live (TTL) parameter to identify the path, thus exposing each intermediate router through which packets travel. Both of them also give out useful data that complement each other: the ping tool only mentions latency but traceroute reveals routing information. Comparing my results: 1. Ping Results: -           Google.com : The addresses are routing well, and the server is so close ...

  Applications Software applications act as a catalyst in both personal and professional spheres. Each one of them, such as a word processor, a spreadsheet, a presentation, and a database, has different unique characteristics that satisfy different kinds of needs. Based on my experience with these tools to document a day in my life, this essay will be the comparison of their functions, the analysis of their advantages and disadvantages, and the recommendation of the best tool for documenting daily activities. Besides, it will also explain other scenarios where each application type is a great plus. Word Processors Word processors are the best for making text-based documents. They are flexible, easy to use, and include tools for formatting, editing, and spell-checking. As an example, I recently created a journal entry using word processing software, which enabled me to structure my thoughts clearly and to format the entry correctly. However, word processors are easy to use but...