Student Comments for Sam Bowne's Classes

Old comments: 2004 - 2006

Class: Spring 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

This is the best class I have ever taken, it has introduced me to new certification opportunities, techniques and perspectives on the internet world. In addition I've learned more useful information from this course in two weeks than I have from all of my years of existence on this planet. This feedback form itself is testament, its the first I have seen of a graphic based spam filter. Not for the easily frightened or those who like to believe the world is safe, because you will learn, its not.

Class: Spring 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

awesome class. I always look forward to learning something new during each lecture;

Class: Spring 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

This class was what i have been waiting for. It's good and i hope it would continue for a long time. New students should and must take this classes with all seriousness.

Class: Summer 2007 - CNIT 30: Internet Safety

This class rocks! Professor Sam Browne not only knows what he is teaching, but knows how to teach well also. First of all, he is friendly and makes student feel like they belong there! He does not have arrogance in his teaching, and wants students to learn. Unlike traditional college style teaching, He is very straight forward in his teaching, and on the point. He brings his subject matter into practicality. For example, out of many subject matters he taught, he taught about zombie machines and how criminals take over innocent people's computer. Then he tied it with interesting actual statistics of how many computers are actually taken over. His nice personality, coupled with great teaching style and format really made me even more eager to learn this stuff. Before I took the course, computer stuff was really boring for me. But after after taking the course with the professor, thanx to him, I am interested in computers now.

The valuable lab lessons greatly enhances learning, I recommend anyone who wants to learn anything about computers to take Professor Sam Browne.

Keep up the Good work, Professor Browne!

Class: Summer 2007 - Working Connections in Frisco, Texas: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

The class was awesome! If you have never taken one Mr. Bowne's classes - do so! You won't regret it.

Class: Spring 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

This is a really fascinating course. I read the lecture notes online, learned a remarkable amount of stuff. I'm no computer genius, but at least I understand a bit more about computer security. Thanks Professor, it was fascinating! Bob B.

Class: Fall 2007 - CNIT 335: Windows Vista Tech Support

The class is OK; the teacher's lectures are very good. He speaks fast but there's a lot to be gained from his lectures and his thorough knowledge in things technical make him a great teacher with generally good answers, even to questions not totally related to the course.

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Iam a CS major and took this class for fun and real-world PC experience and love it!John Doe, CCSF student.

Class: Fall 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Great class, the projects are very informative and interesting. I learned a lot of new technologies and techniques following the projects. Sam is a knowledgeable and helpful lecturer and I enjoyed the way he put the class together.If there were a couple of things I would suggest they would be as follows:For evening lectures start them 6 and try to cover the material by the break whenever possible. I found that the class material could almost always be covered in the space on 1 hour and hope that in future the first hour of the lecture focuses on pushing through the material so that those of us that work during the day can return home to work on labs or read.The second observation is that there a number of students in the class who seemed to be lacking basic technology skills. Listening to people asking ridiculous questions during class (on a continual basis) was very frustrating as it dragged out lectures and broke the flow of Sam's lectures. Hopefully next class some of these folks will be weeded out.

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COOL MAN U ROCK

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hi all,I m a Computer science student from India.I m looking at the materials and projects posted on this site andI must say they are quite "impressive". Especially i liked the kind of projects that Mr.Bowne has put.thank u Mr.Sam BowneAbhishek kumarGoa universityIndia

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I volunteer for a local charity doing Network Admin in England . The budget for training is nil .In fact, the budget for everything is nil !! I have A, 70-270, but remembering chunks of text is not a substitute for hands on experience. Your class has been invaluable to me in that I can test our Network Security both actively and defensively using the methodstools you have clearly defined. Sam , I have no doubt that your class has helped to significantly improve our online safety and my practical skills. I just wanted to thank you for producing this Ethics class in Computer Security .

Class: Spring 2008 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

I would highly recommend this course to any computer user with intermediate skills. The lectures were interesting and full of information. The lab was a great place to get hands-on experience on what programs exist to circumvent machines and suggestions on how to better defend your computers and networks from hack attacks. The projects were engaging, covering the full gamut of hacking. I feel fortunate that I had the opportunity to take this class what with there being few, if any, courses available that focus on hacking and preventative measures to take to minimize unauthorized intrusions. Mr. Bowne is an invaluable asset to the CNIT department.

Class: Fall 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Great class, plenty of organized hands on labprojects. Lots to learn from a niceknowledgeable instructor.

Class: Fall 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

This is a great class, you can really learn a lot from it. If you're working or planning to work for IT it is absolutely necessary to take this class.

Class: Spring 2008 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Great Class..Highly recommend if you are interested.Instructor;Very nice, knowledgeable, organizedLectures;Interesting,informative, organizedProjectsLabs;Very organized. lots of hands on projects

Class: Spring 2008 - CNIT 335: Windows Vista Tech Support

Study for the quizzes. Do as well as you can on them because the points will accrue. Do the projects, especially if you don't have any experience supporting an operating system. Sam is an amazing knowledge base and can discuss subjects that extend beyond the computing enviroment. If you have the chance to take one of his courses I highly recommend you not miss the opportunity. I really enjoyed the experience and will definately take a class from him in the future. Thanks for being an uber cool instructor!

Class: Fall 2007 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

do the projects

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Just wanted to congratulate you on your talk at DefCon last yeari have just watched the video and visited your website to have a lookThe course looks very interesting, also wanted to congratulate you on your practical documentationit is quite detailed and has aided me with my hacking studies

Class: Fall 2008 - CNIT 124: Advanced Ethical Hacking

hasn't started yet, but if it's anything as good as the first class, can't wait!-mm

Class: Fall 2008 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

great class

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Thanks for the great info,I have been into the phreaking scene for some time now,Especially wardialing, with your information I can now move into voip. I am just after reading your material it is quite interesting. I am interested in taking classes similar to yours,I feel it is now time to defend systems rather than the other wayaround.I am greatful for the time and effort you have put in, thank you !Thanks Reguards Irish Phreak

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Hello, I was browsing the internet for penetration tests... and ran into your Advanced Ethical Course. I would really like more information on how I am able to learn more from you. I currently have a 2 year degree for Network Administration from BGSU and would like to continue my education in network security. Your class looks really great and I am very interested. Any info would be great... networkmagician419gmail.com

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Now i am not taking u r any class but i had seen a video on google your lecture relay its nice lecture really i want to be a good Ethical Hackernow i have one CCNA certificate now working on VOIP pl z

Class: Fall 2008 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

THIS THE BEST NETWORK SECURITY CLASS I HAVE EVER HAD, SAM IS A GOOD TEACHER AND A GOOD PERSON.DONT THINK TWICE JUST SIGN UP.

Class: Fall 2008 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

i am taking several CNIT classes, but this one gives the most hands on, compared to CNIT 106 and CNIT 130 form different lecturers.some of the stuff is a bit beyond my understanding due to little or no knowledge in Linuxscripting but the rest is pure FUN. keep it coming SAM!!! so, advise, to fully appreciate this class take Linux and networking class before.hope that helped:)

Class: Spring 2009 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

It's fun, you should take it. The teacher is really helpful!

Class: Spring 2009 - CNIT 120: Network Security

Good class. Sam's tops. Dedicated, comprehensive, does a great job on everything. Count the ways? has email acct he answers. Follows the schedule and syllabus almost to a T. Has interesting guest speakers. Treats everyone like adults, even the 11th graders. Scores the weekly quizzes, with comments, and a typed sheet, stapled to tests w. correct answers. Has a v. current webpage w. relevant, interesting links relating to the class topic. Even when it doesn't fit into the class's niche, it's usually extremely interesting. The extra credit that involves outside of campus are usually found by him, and he arranges for students to have free access to killer industry conferences. Has a v. congenial manner, and great personality pluses. He's soft-spoken, polite, considerate, pensive, quick-thinking, deferential to students, very tolerant to interruptions by students. Answers all questions. Since he comes from the field of physics, he lets his scientific proclivities spill over into his I.T. lectures and websites. And since he was highly successful in physics, his rapid, methodical problem-solving skills are a sight to behold. One of the most fascinating parts of his lectures are if you arrive ten minutes early. He goes through links of interesting related news. He also seems to be highly, highly sensitive, even in ideological and political matters. Dr. Bowne is a boon to the college, and CCSF has added another inspired, inspiring educator, thrilled by what he's doing. Take any of his classes.

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hello sir, iam following your classes for months. i tried the man in middle attack by using cain n abel. the problem i am facing is that iam the passwords in coded form especially for yahoo, gmail, orkut.i would like to request you that if you can give any classes for decryption of passwords as well as usernames for gmail, orkut and yahoo. i am waiting for your response eagerly.thanx.

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Hello, My name is Jack. I am a Student Assistant at Farmingdale State College in New York. Enrolled in a Major called Security Systems. My goal is to get more hands on labs into this program. I stumbled upon your web site and think it is awesome. You must be an awesome professor, I know because I've watched some of your videos. Keep up the great work and thanks for some ideas on improving my major and the students goals of becoming information security professionals. If you have any advice you can email me at jackdcongmail.com Thank you so much.

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I'm watching the videos of cnit 123. They are great. I have always wondered how hacking is possible. Being in the electronic industry, I have electronic knowledge, but I never thought about how it could be used like this. If nothing else, these lectures are teaching me how to expand my thinking about how things are done. Thanks for your lectures. They are inspirational.

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 335: Windows Vista Tech Support

Sam, Your class is very interesting and you make it even more interesting. Your knowledge on the subjects is impressive. I really enjoyed your class and i'm looking forward to enroll in one of you other class. THANK YOU

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 201E: Network Fundamentals

Sam's classes ROCK!

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 10: Careers in Computer Networking

Thank you for offering CNIT 10. It was one of the most usefulclasses in computers that I have ever taken and has set me on the path to a career.

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 106: Intro to Networking

I love your class, but this computer lab thing is ridiculous. I have now spent countless hours trying to restore functionality to about 5 lab computers. 2, 3, and 4 have had admin privileges locked out of the student accounts and TED has the only admin rights on 4. I lost project 15 because Ted has locked up the administrator privileges.It's no wonder I can't get this homework done on time. 30 minutes for the project. 2 hours to fix the problems the students created. I could spend that 2 hours fixing my own network.Maybe I could help you develop some computer lab rules? Stephanie Nuttman

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 106: Intro to Networking

I wanted to thank you for the opportunity to not only learnso many new things about computer networking technology, but to havelearned it from someone who obviously loves what they do!You inspire with no effort at all, which in my book, many are called to do,few accomplish it.Without taking up too much of your time, it's just important for me to conveyto you that this was an extremely tough year personally. It was your class thatI looked forward to most and you never showed up with less than your BEST. Iam certain beyond doubt when I say our entire class appreciated that.Whatever is next for you, I wish you the absolute best. If you keep doing whatyou are doing, you'll be amazing...Dare to reach any higher and you'll be extraordinary...

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 202E: Routing Protocols and Concepts

Sam's a _great_ teacher. Take the class! Expect though, to have to spend some time studying... somewhat difficult to do full time IT job and this at the same time.

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 106: Intro to Networking

Hi everyone!I took CNIT106 with Professor Bowne and he is great!I learned a lot,it prepared me good enough for the Cisco classes and he really knows what he is teaching!Great teacher and great class (CNIT106)!I suggest everyone to take it!

Class: Fall 2009 - CNIT 201E: Network Fundamentals

If your serious about an education Sam is the man. If we had more teachers like him the world would be a better place. His enthusiasm is contagious. He loves what he does and it shows. Keep up the great work............

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http:www.attackprevention.comarticleHackers_in_Wonderland-3246.htmlNot a student, of yours, but found your info on-line. no_coversyahoo.com

Class: Spring 2010 - CNIT 335: Windows Vista Tech Support

Reprimanding students for suggesting that class time be used for class related activities (such as studying for a quiz vs. going over links describing how Apple is trying to put another company out of business with bogus patent litigation, or TX's retarded views on social studies) seems rather uncouth.Nor did I ever say that I had a problem with you going over the linkscurrent events. In fact, the problem is that they are so interesting that it's impossible to use class time I've paid for to study.I don't think it was an unreasonable suggestion to give your students 10 mins to study before class formally begins (like in that limbo between 6 and 6:10). But I will concede the point on the grounds that strictly speaking, students should be prepared by the time they get to class.All that being said, your shirts are awesome, and that is also worth noting (at least to me).

Class: Spring 2010 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

I took this class last semester and really enjoyed it. Sam is an excellent lecturer and also takes time to help students out in finishing projects when they run into problems. His quizzes are difficult, so make sure to spend a lot of time studying. You learn a lot in his classes.

Class: Spring 2010 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

I want to thank you for letting me monitor your Saturday class. I learned a lot and I am extremely happy that I was in your class. The material was great, the homework exercises were extremely helpful, and the wealth of information that you presented was excellent. I am usually a Saturday late sleeper, but this semester I could not wait to get up early and get to your class. Once again, thank you.I hope to take other classes from you in the future.

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Defcon 18, Great presentation enthusiastic and relevant! Quite suprised to hear you chat about the .lnk (metasploit) and came to your site to look up the v6 peering, access points. Wish I had you as a teacher when I was in class!Cheers

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 123: Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

be careful

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I took Sam's Network Security Class in Spring 2009 and used the class notes and another book to pass the Comptia Security 2008 version. I passed with a score of 850. I highly recommend his class.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 335: Windows Vista Tech Support

Sam Bowne is one of the better if not the best Information Technology Teacher in the Bay Area. Clear, Current, and Creative home work and class discussions. I enjoy and have benefited from his classes.

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Hi,I think Sam is teaching too fast.I think he should slow down a little bit.Fall-2010 CNIT 120 student

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 201E: Network Fundamentals

enjoyed the class last spring 2010, learned a lot especially about subnetting.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 202E: Routing Protocols and Concepts

great class, i learned so much about networking and i thought i knew a lot. just wished you also taught 203E and 204E. taking them now Fall 2010. too bad i couldn't take your Network Security because of schedule conflict.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 202E: Routing Protocols and Concepts

great class 202E Spring 2010, i learned so much about networking and i thought i knew a lot. just wished you also taught 203E and 204E. taking them now Fall 2010. too bad i couldn't take your Network Security plus class because of schedule conflict.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 121: Computer Forensics

Sam's classes are as good as it gets at City College, he clearly enjoys teaching and interacting with students. This responsiveness in class does not seem to extend to email. He says that he reads his email, but do not expect an answer or even an acknowledgment to emails that you send him. Too busy I guess.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 106: Intro to Networking

Sam is a very educated teacher but hold on tight caus he moves fast.

Class: Fall 2010 - CNIT 201E: Network Fundamentals

One of the best classes I have taken. Sam makes the material relevant and interesting by tying classroom concepts with real life applications. He spends time getting students up to date with the latest related news, which I find tremendously useful. I have learned a lot in this class and will take subsequent classes that Sam is teaching at CCSF.