Network+ Exam Cram 2 (Exam Cram N10-003) (2nd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased and read this book from cover to cover in less than 3 weeks. I thought the information was very detailed and over prepared me for the exam. After taking the network+ exam, I now know this book is more than sufficient for passing the exam. I scored a 873 out of 900 possible and have no REAL experience in the networking field. If you want a bullet proof combination, I used Exam Cram 2 along with the Mike Meyers second edition all in one book. I am stressing the fact that all you need is either book. Exam Cram 2 is concise and packed with information. The sample preplogic test that comes with the cd is extremely difficult relative to the actual network+ exam. Don't lose your confidence if you score a 70% on the preplogic practice exam! I scored a 72% and panicked, but obviously it was a good enough score. The actual test is not difficult, contrary to some newsgroup posts. Good luck!

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A new edition of this title is available, ISBN-10: 0789737965 ISBN-13: 9780789737960Attention Network + Candidates: Stop spending valuable study time sorting through confusing study aids. Network + Exam Cram 2 is the second edition of a best-selling Network + study guide that gives you unique insight into exam concepts. Packed with test-taking strategies, time-saving tips and Exam Notes, only the information that you need to know for the test is included in a logical, easy-to-follow format. You will also receive a CD that includes over 100 practice test questions and the Cram Sheet tear card for last-minute test review. Network + Exam Cram 2 is the smarter, more efficient way to get certified.

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CCNA Exam Cram (Exam 640-802) (3rd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)While I am a big fan of the exam-cram series, this is a let down. It still has all the information summarized as much as possible without losing detail but the errors are simply appalling.
As the 640-801 exam has been retired in favour of the 640-802 exam, it seems that the publishers,writers (or whoever) decided to quickly rewrite the previous edition with a few updates and get it out as quick as possible. It seems a shame that they couldnt delay its release by a few weeks and proof read it. Wrong diagrams, missing diagrams and some explanations that are just plain wrong are amongst the errors. Probably most frustrating are the review questions with the wrong diagrams or answers displayed.
Do not use this book without having plenty of other Cisco material handy.

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CCNA® Exam CramThird EditionMichael ValentineAndrew WhitakerExam 640-802The Smart Way to Study™"The CCNA exam is difficult and I would not have passed it if I did not have this book with me. The CCNA Exam Cram is an indispensable resource that guided me from the introduction of networking fundamentals to the application of networking theories. Whether you need to learn from scratch or just need a quick reference, this book is an excellent guide that will definitely reinforce your knowledge of Cisco networking and prepare you for the CCNA."–Vincent Gov, CCNAIn this book, you learn how to:Develop perfect fluency in subnettingConnect Cisco® equipment, make initial configurations, and connect to other devices to build a networkConfigure Cisco routers and back up and restore your Cisco IOS® Software configurationsExplain the functions of Ethernet switching and the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)Configure PPP and Frame Relay for WAN connectivityUnderstand and apply wireless LAN conceptsMitigate network security threats and secure network devicesBuild scalable routed systems using dynamic routing protocols including RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPFCreate VLANs and distribute VLAN information using the VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)Filter traffic from one network to another with access control lists (ACL)Understand and implement IPv6Deploy Network Address Translation (NAT)WRITTEN BY CCNA Experts!Mike Valentine has been in the IT field for 12 years, focusing on network design and implementation. He is currently a Cisco trainer with Skyline Advanced Technology Services and specializes in Cisco Unified Communications instruction as well as CCNA® and CCNP® courses.Andrew Whitaker is the director of enterprise InfoSec and networking and senior training instructor for Training Camp. He has achieved several Cisco certifications and has written on several Cisco topics.CD features new simulation questions!This book includes a CD-ROM that features:Complete coverage of CCNA exam objectivesRealistic exam questions for effective practiceDetailed explanations of correct and incorrect answersMultiple exam modesFlash Card formatAn electronic copy of the book

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CompTIA A+ Practice Questions Exam Cram (Essentials, Exams 220-602, 220-603, 220-604) (2nd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have used a lot of material to prepare myself for the CompTia A+ 601 en 602 exams (IT technician). This book stands out above all the others I have used in the practise exam department. The format is about the same as on the real exam, the questions are a little more difficult then on the real exam. The explanation of the answers are outstanding and give great insight in the material. Don't spend a little fortune on all sorts of practise exams (like I did), this book is the best and is enough. If you still want more, take a look at MeasureUp practise exams. Advice: take all the exam questions in the book and don't limit yourself to the questions that have do with the exams you are going to take. There is a lot of overlap between the exams.
After reading a lot of stuff I will only use ExamCram books in the future for preparing for IT exams; in my opinon they are the best.
I passed mid july both exams on the first attempt: 601: 735/900 and 602: 820/900.

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CompTIA Security+ Exam Cram (2nd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)Before I purchased this book I was studying CompTIA Security+ All-in-One Exam Guide, CompTIA Security+ Deluxe Study Guide: SY0-201 and VTC ( online tutorials ). While I passed all of the book exams with 90 % + I still failed CompTIA's Security + practice test. The questions on CompTia's practice test were nothing like the test questions in these books. The best I got was a 75%.
As soon I received this book, Exam Cram, I took a week and studied with it. I took the CompTia practice exam and scored 88%. I feel that this book made a big difference.
I took the Security + exam today and passed with an 832 out of 900 on the first try ( 750 was passing). I feel that I would have not passed this test without studying this book.
The actual CompTIA Security + test was similar to the questions in this book. In my opinion the CompTIA test was written by someone with a poor grasp on the english language as it was very misleading. The sentence structure was so bad I thought I failed. To pass this test, understand the concepts as it really tests your knowledge in application not technical.
This is my first CompTIA test.

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CompTIA® Security+ Exam CramSecond EditionExam SY0-201Diane BarrettKirk HausmanMartin WeissThe Smart Way to Study™Covers the critical information you need to know to score higher on your Security+ exam!Master and implement general security best practicesSystematically identify threats and risks to your systemsHarden systems by eliminating nonessential servicesSecure your communications, networks, and infrastructureSystematically identify and protect against online vulnerabilitiesImplement effective access control and authenticationCreate security baselines and audit your security infrastructureUnderstand cryptographic principles, and effectively deploy cryptographic solutionsOrganize security from both a technical and organizational standpointManage every facet of security, including education and documentationUnderstand the laws related to IT security, and the basics of forensic investigations WRITTEN BY LEADING EXPERTS:Diane Barrett (MCSE, A+, Security+) is a professor in the Network Security and Computer Forensics programs at the University of Advancing Technology. She belongs to several security user groups, including HTCIA and InfraGard.Kirk Hausman (MCSE, Security+) has worked for more than 20 years as a consultant, trainer, IT manager, and network and security administrator. He works for Texas A&M University as assistant commandant for IT. Martin Weiss (CISSP, Security+, MCSE) is a manager of information security gurus at RSA, the security division of EMC.CD Features Test Engine Powered by MeasureUp!Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answersMultiple test modesRandom questions and order of answersCoverage of each Security+ exam objectiveinformit.com/examcramISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3804-2ISBN-10: 0-7897-3804-X

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MCTS 70-620 Microsoft Windows Vista: Configuring Practice Questions Exam Cram Review

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(More customer reviews)I picked this book up to supplement the MS Training guide for this exam. I've been very happy with the Exam Cram series in the past however this one falls short in one specific area - accuracy. Many of the answers contradict what is in the MS Training guide, are flat out wrong, or even contradict themselves. For example, Chapter 5, Question 67 (Windows Fax), the explanation in the answer key contradicts the answer given. There are several other instances like this which should have been caught during editing (Question ID 1.4-3, 3.3-54, 1.1-25, etc.). After reading through this book and taking several practice exams from CD(which use the exact same questions) I was left with less confidence than if I had simply stayed with the MS Press book. I suppose one benefit is that I was forced to do more research when I read something that didn't seem right, which probably helped me pass the exam.

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CompTIA A+ Certification Practice Exams (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) (Certification Press) Review

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(More customer reviews)First off, if you're planning to use this as a primary reference for your A+ exam...DON'T. There are errors in the material. Second, if you're one of those who is able to memorize questions and answers and recall them at will, this book won't help you at all, because the CompTIA exam questions are NOT those in this book. Having said that, if you pair it up with a Meyers or Lammle text and use it for review, it will do its job, which is to prepare you for the actual CompTIA examinations. Yes, I know, the Meyers and Lammle books have their own practice tests included on their CDROMs. If you're at all uncertain about how well you've studied, pay the extra money and buy this book, and take the practice tests it provides.
As to the actual practice tests, both those on the included CDROM and from the authors' Web site, you may find them more difficult than the actual CompTIA exams. This is a good thing, because if you are able to pass the practice tests, you're likely to score well on the CompTIA exams. An example? I squeaked out a 76% on the two Practical Applications practice tests from the book and Web site, and then after studying the suggested "weak" areas, scored 850 on the CompTIA exam.
In short, if you're not comfortable with your knowledge and abilities, pick this up and try the tests to see where you need to build yourself up. If you ARE, pick it up anyway and see if you know what you think you know.

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