**Passing Security+ is stoopid EASY, here is what I did and materials used links at end **disclaimer: have not worked in 3yrs, but b4 that 3yrs of helpdesk/desktop work experience #1 - Watch Messers or Dion's Sec+ videos as material introduction, don't worry about taking notes #2 - Now read thru Gibsons Sec+ GCGA book, material should now make some sense, take notes as needed, take chapt. review quiz's to confirm material learned #3 - Memorize ports 21, 22, 80, 443, and whether udp or tcp for each #4 - Know basic firewall setup rules like how to allow/deny traffic based on ports(see #3) #5 - Print out CompTIA Exam objectives, this is exactly what will be on the test, anything thing that you can't explain, review and brush up on it. #6 - FINAL REVIEW, go thru Gibsons book again but only reading the REMEMEBER THIS sections of each chapter and the end of chapter summaries. #7 - TAKE Exam - The Exam consists of 75+ questions. The first 3-5 questions on the exam are PBQ questions(simulations) so SKIP THEM by flagging for review. You want to do em LAST since they can take alot of time to do and you don't wanna run out of time for the remaining 75 m/c questions. So go thru the multiple choice first and then the PBQ's. Always chose and answer and if your unsure of the question, flag it so you can return to it if you have time. Its better to at least guess then to leave it blank this way if you run out of time, there is at least a 25% chance you can get a point v/s 0 points if you leave it blank. #8 - PROFIT, sheeeeeeit, maybe even send me a buck or 2 so I can buy me an apple or orange for lunch.. -Materials Used- Book: Darrril Gibson's Get Certified Get Ahead book, $33 on Amz: www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Security-Get-Certified-Ahead/dp/1939136059/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=darril+gibson&qid=1606372281&sr=8-2 Video learning: Professor Messer's FREE video Sec+ course on RUclips or Jason Dion's Sec+ course on Udemy $13 or less. - ruclips.net/video/UbxRf_9Rcmg/видео.html - www.udemy.com/course/securityplus/ Practice Exams - Dion offers 6 for $13 on Udemy, if you score 80%+ on those your in a good spot. However Professor Messer's practice exams are as close to the real exam as possible and worth it, 3 for $25. If your scoring 80% on those exams you are ready!! - www.udemy.com/course/comptia-security-practice-exams/ - www.professormesser.com/sy0-501-security-plus-success-bundle/ I just passed in September and test felt stoopid easy to me, but don't mistake it, I put in a month of SERIOUS work, talkin bout 5hr study days as outlined above. Best of Luck and lets get that $$$ *REMEMBER SY0-501 retires next summer, it's replacement SY0-601 will have 30% more material they will test you on.. So take the easier SY0-501 exam NOW!!! CLAP HAPPY CATS GET AT ME oNe p.s. jus landed a Cybersecurity role, start in 2 weeks making some serious $$$
@@hondo1434 yes, but you still have UNTIL that time to take syo-501. So start to study NOW to take the easier SYO-501.. you have 7 months. New exam will have 30% new material added to it but no increase in exam questions which means more material your responsible to learn...
@@zakk9545 what do you work in now? Also, remember, I had not worked in 3yrs and still got a job with sec+ alone. But to answer your question, Yes, with some work on your part, you should be able to land something.. START studying for Sec+ syo-501 NOW, so you can take it before they retire it in June.. Meanwhile at home, build a PFSense router and set up your home network around it, this will give you real world experience and allow you to apply your knowledge.. TALK IT UP in the interview and they will LOVE you for it!!! Now go get it oNe
Congratulations. I totally agree with your thoughts on failing Darril Gibson’s pre-assessment. It makes you study harder which is good because the Security + exam is no joke. I knew 95% of that book , did some other practice tests as well and barely passed.
Great video! My Experience: I just passed SEC+ last Friday and I really took these same study materials. The Book is a MUST HAVE. Professor Messor/Free information is great but he doesn't teach how to take the exam (Least for me). Mike Meyers had the best unpacked detailed content of the exam for me. I got more from Mike Meyers than Jason Dion. But on the exam make sure you know what things are and what they do. I also used Comptia SEC+ practice test book. I had to learn that things won't get you far if you just try to remember everything. I took this exam 3x. But great video man!
No but I did pass sec + first try and ceh took me 2 trys it definitely will help to have sec + first and ceh also renews your sec +, I also recommend using a vm and downloading kali or parot os I think v11 uses parot os instead of kali and getting familiar with basic linux commands
Congrats great man. I find all your videos insipiring. Thanks for your well researched and lucid contents. Your presentation style is simple and that makes your channel all so amazing.
Congratulations on passing! I have mine scheduled for the 28th. I wanted to reach out for any other recommendations for the performance based questions. There’s only about 2 practice exams i have to my disposal that have a section for them.
Thank you! I also had issues finding good resources for the PBQs but here's a good one from Darril Gibson blogs.getcertifiedgetahead.com/security-and-performance-based-questions/
Hi I’ll be taking the 501 at the end of this month, I did horrible on the pre assessment when I took it many months ago took it in June and I hit 62/75 should I be able to get close to a 90 on that pre assessment to actually pass?
@@DayCyberwox oh yea I meant like the pre assessment exam in the front of the gcga book I got a 62/75 roughly like a 82ish if I’m hitting that you think I would be successful on the real exam? I also read the whole book recently only issues were the last chapter with crypto
Oh sorry, I thought you meant like practice exams. But that’s a good number, I’d just suggest using actual practice exams like Dion’s those will truly gauge your readiness.
Day hey man how are doing I`m watching your video now my is i failed the security + twice and failed the network+ once but passed the server+ last year do you think i should do the sec+ or network + since the exam expires in june or july? i just took the beta cloud exam in oct 2020
Hey Sterling! I’d recommend you buckle up and study for the Security+ first because the new one in July is gonna be a lot more studying. Then after passing the Security+, double down and do the Network+. Also depending on what you want to do, you might not necessarily have to do the Network+ but make sure you understand the material in it and understand networking fundamentals well enough.
What’s the percentage of performance based question in the exam? 0 knowledge in IT , do you think still have a chance to use these materials to pass? 🤔🙏🏻
Hello Day! Thank you so much for your videos, I am gaining so much knowledge! I have sent over and email to the email you provide in your descriptions, kindly respond!
How’re you preparing for your exam?🧐 // How was your exam experience?🤔
**Passing Security+ is stoopid EASY, here is what I did and materials used links at end
**disclaimer: have not worked in 3yrs, but b4 that 3yrs of helpdesk/desktop work experience
#1 - Watch Messers or Dion's Sec+ videos as material introduction, don't worry about taking notes
#2 - Now read thru Gibsons Sec+ GCGA book, material should now make some sense, take notes as needed, take chapt. review quiz's to confirm material learned
#3 - Memorize ports 21, 22, 80, 443, and whether udp or tcp for each
#4 - Know basic firewall setup rules like how to allow/deny traffic based on ports(see #3)
#5 - Print out CompTIA Exam objectives, this is exactly what will be on the test, anything thing that you can't explain, review and brush up on it.
#6 - FINAL REVIEW, go thru Gibsons book again but only reading the REMEMEBER THIS sections of each chapter and the end of chapter summaries.
#7 - TAKE Exam - The Exam consists of 75+ questions. The first 3-5 questions on the exam are PBQ questions(simulations) so SKIP THEM by flagging for review. You want to do em LAST since they can take alot of time to do and you don't wanna run out of time for the remaining 75 m/c questions. So go thru the multiple choice first and then the PBQ's. Always chose and answer and if your unsure of the question, flag it so you can return to it if you have time. Its better to at least guess then to leave it blank this way if you run out of time, there is at least a 25% chance you can get a point v/s 0 points if you leave it blank.
#8 - PROFIT, sheeeeeeit, maybe even send me a buck or 2 so I can buy me an apple or orange for lunch..
-Materials Used-
Book: Darrril Gibson's Get Certified Get Ahead book, $33 on Amz: www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Security-Get-Certified-Ahead/dp/1939136059/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=darril+gibson&qid=1606372281&sr=8-2
Video learning: Professor Messer's FREE video Sec+ course on RUclips or Jason Dion's Sec+ course on Udemy $13 or less.
- ruclips.net/video/UbxRf_9Rcmg/видео.html
- www.udemy.com/course/securityplus/
Practice Exams - Dion offers 6 for $13 on Udemy, if you score 80%+ on those your in a good spot. However Professor Messer's practice exams are as close to the real exam as possible and worth it, 3 for $25. If your scoring 80% on those exams you are ready!!
- www.udemy.com/course/comptia-security-practice-exams/
- www.professormesser.com/sy0-501-security-plus-success-bundle/
I just passed in September and test felt stoopid easy to me, but don't mistake it, I put in a month of SERIOUS work, talkin bout 5hr study days as outlined above.
Best of Luck and lets get that $$$
*REMEMBER SY0-501 retires next summer, it's replacement SY0-601 will have 30% more material they will test you on.. So take the easier SY0-501 exam NOW!!!
CLAP HAPPY CATS GET AT ME
oNe
p.s. jus landed a Cybersecurity role, start in 2 weeks making some serious $$$
Love it man!!! Congrats on passing and congrats on the new role💪🏾
So SYO-601 testing starts the summer of 2021? I'm gonna have to get cracking. Thanks for the heads up.
@@hondo1434 yes, but you still have UNTIL that time to take syo-501. So start to study NOW to take the easier SYO-501.. you have 7 months. New exam will have 30% new material added to it but no increase in exam questions which means more material your responsible to learn...
I did the A+ and network+ and wanna do the security+ , you think i can get a job with the certification ( I don’t have the 3 yrs experience like you)
@@zakk9545 what do you work in now? Also, remember, I had not worked in 3yrs and still got a job with sec+ alone. But to answer your question, Yes, with some work on your part, you should be able to land something.. START studying for Sec+ syo-501 NOW, so you can take it before they retire it in June.. Meanwhile at home, build a PFSense router and set up your home network around it, this will give you real world experience and allow you to apply your knowledge.. TALK IT UP in the interview and they will LOVE you for it!!!
Now go get it
oNe
Congratulations. I totally agree with your thoughts on failing Darril Gibson’s pre-assessment. It makes you study harder which is good because the Security + exam is no joke. I knew 95% of that book , did some other practice tests as well and barely passed.
Thanks and Very true Paul. Darril’s book is the real deal.
@@DayCyberwox who book do you recommend for the 601?
Great video! My Experience: I just passed SEC+ last Friday and I really took these same study materials. The Book is a MUST HAVE. Professor Messor/Free information is great but he doesn't teach how to take the exam (Least for me). Mike Meyers had the best unpacked detailed content of the exam for me. I got more from Mike Meyers than Jason Dion. But on the exam make sure you know what things are and what they do. I also used Comptia SEC+ practice test book. I had to learn that things won't get you far if you just try to remember everything. I took this exam 3x. But great video man!
Thanks for watching and congrats on passing bro!
@@DayCyberwox Thanks man, it was tough!
@@coreysingleton8026 But it was worth it! ; )
Great video..I'm also on the way to study the A+.. just started to CISSP 💪 .. 35 Married 3 kids 😅
Thanks Khaled! You got a lot on your hands man 😅but you can pull this 💪🏾
The security + helped me pass my ceh it overlays
Was ceh much harder than sec plus?
No but I did pass sec + first try and ceh took me 2 trys it definitely will help to have sec + first and ceh also renews your sec +, I also recommend using a vm and downloading kali or parot os I think v11 uses parot os instead of kali and getting familiar with basic linux commands
Need help studying
Congrats great man. I find all your videos insipiring. Thanks for your well researched and lucid contents. Your presentation style is simple and that makes your channel all so amazing.
Thank you!
Congrats! Keep crushing those certs 💪
Thanks man!
Do you know of a channel that is the equivalent for the Cloud Computing degree that yours is for Cyber?
Yes! @Gwyneth Peña-Siguenza is the best for Cloud!
Proud of you young man. You can get your bachelors at Western Governor university, an accredited online school and cheap.
Thanks! Watch out for my video on Monday for that!
Congrats man! Looking to take it soon.
Thank you! You’re gonna crush it💪🏽
Gonna take mine in couple weeks I feel confident, but the fact that I’m so confident makes me worried 😂 if that makes sense
Confidence is key tho!
Great video bro thank you
You’re welcome bro.
Congratulations 🍾🎉
Thanks, Hannah!
Congratulations on passing! I have mine scheduled for the 28th. I wanted to reach out for any other recommendations for the performance based questions. There’s only about 2 practice exams i have to my disposal that have a section for them.
Thank you! I also had issues finding good resources for the PBQs but here's a good one from Darril Gibson blogs.getcertifiedgetahead.com/security-and-performance-based-questions/
very helpful!!!
Glad you think so!
I take mine on Friday😬
You’ve got this!💪🏾
@@DayCyberwox passed with a 758
@@creator2526 Congratulations!
Congratulations bro
Thank you!
Hi I’ll be taking the 501 at the end of this month, I did horrible on the pre assessment when I took it many months ago took it in June and I hit 62/75 should I be able to get close to a 90 on that pre assessment to actually pass?
Honestly those are very low numbers. You wanna be aiming for at least an 80 for the best possible result.
@@DayCyberwox oh yea I meant like the pre assessment exam in the front of the gcga book I got a 62/75 roughly like a 82ish if I’m hitting that you think I would be successful on the real exam? I also read the whole book recently only issues were the last chapter with crypto
Oh sorry, I thought you meant like practice exams. But that’s a good number, I’d just suggest using actual practice exams like Dion’s those will truly gauge your readiness.
Can anyone help me with pdf available, to study.
pvenkateswararao1998@gmail.com
@@prismasasepaloalto1917 hey! What pdf do you need?
Day hey man how are doing I`m watching your video now my is i failed the security + twice and failed the network+ once but passed the server+ last year do you think i should do the sec+ or network + since the exam expires in june or july? i just took the beta cloud exam in oct 2020
Hey Sterling! I’d recommend you buckle up and study for the Security+ first because the new one in July is gonna be a lot more studying. Then after passing the Security+, double down and do the Network+. Also depending on what you want to do, you might not necessarily have to do the Network+ but make sure you understand the material in it and understand networking fundamentals well enough.
@@DayCyberwox ok cool thanks
@@sterlingcrouch56 you’re welcome!
I haven’t taken the exam yet but I perfectly know that the most difficult thing of this exam is how shit comptia words the questions.
What’s the percentage of performance based question in the exam? 0 knowledge in IT , do you think still have a chance to use these materials to pass? 🤔🙏🏻
It’s usually 5-7 of them. I’m confident the materials are still relevant.
@@DayCyberwox 🙏🏻thanks a million!
Well done bro
Thanks Travis!
I wish I had the patience to read a book that big.
I felt the same way when I started 😂. Honestly just start, you’ll get the momentum
@@DayCyberwox I failed sec+ 2 weeks ago with a 670. I'm on Dions stuff now, but who knows what'll happen next test.
@@monkeymuggs While you’re at it, check out Professor Messer if you haven’t. If you have, run through his course again.
@@monkeymuggs you on the right path, read my how to pass guide in the comments, you got this, best of luck
@@DayCyberwox did you feel some of the test was in the same order as the Exam Objectives?
well wishes
Thank you!
Hello Day! Thank you so much for your videos, I am gaining so much knowledge! I have sent over and email to the email you provide in your descriptions, kindly respond!