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Cert Prep: CompTIA Security+ Exam (SY0-501): The Basics

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Overview

Prepare for version SY0-501 of the Security+ exam. Learn the value of certification, explore six Security+ domains, and review exam tips.

Are you interested in taking the CompTIA Security+ exam to become certified? Pursuing this certification requires a thorough understanding of how to secure networks and devices, participate in risk mitigation activities, and more. This overview course provides CompTIA Security+ candidates with essential information they need to register and prepare for the exam. Cybersecurity expert Mike Chapple goes over the six knowledge domains for exam SY0-501-all of which are covered in greater depth in the other courses in this series-and shares study tips that can help you feel prepared to take and pass the test on your first try. This course works in coordination with the six-course Security+ series and provides a 90-question practice exam as a post-course assessment.We are a CompTIA Partner. As such, we are able to offer CompTIA exam vouchers at a 10% discount. For more information on how to obtain this discount, please download these PDF instructions.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
1. The Security+ Exam
  • The Security+ exam
  • Careers in information security
  • The value of certification
  • Stackable certifications
  • Study resources
2. Exploring the Security+ Domains
  • Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
  • Technologies and Tools
  • Architecture and Design
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Risk Management
  • Cryptography and PKI
3. Inside the Security+ Exam
  • Security+ exam environment
  • Security+ question types
  • Passing the Security+ exam
4. Preparing for the Exam
  • Exam tips
  • Practice tests
Conclusion
  • Continuing education requirements
  • Next steps

Taught by

Mike Chapple

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