Security+ Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (Exam SYO-101) (Paperback)

~ Hans B. Sparbel (Author), Ed Tittel (Author)

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Product Description

A highly effective, inexpensive preparation tool for readers studying for the Security+ exam!

Over 500 practice questions available in the book and duplicated on CD to allow the reader the flexibility of repeat review in the manner they prefer.

The companion to the best-selling Security Exam Cram 2.

Security+ is an entry-level security certification and a starting point to more advanced certifications.

The Security+ exam certifies that candidates have demonstrated the aptitude and ability to master general security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography, and operation/organizational security. Security+ is taught at Excelsior College, Capella University, and Ivy Tech. Several key industry leaders back this exam, including IBM, ISACA, Microsoft, Motorola, Novell, Symantec, Tivoli, Sun Microsystems, and VeriSign.

The Security+ Certification Practice Questions Exam Cram 2 (SYO-101) provides readers with over 500 practice test questions as well as complete answer explanations, giving readers the perfect complementary tool for their Security+ studies. Features relevant Exam Notes to help readers score better on the tests, plus the ever-popular "Cram Sheet" tear card, which is used for last minute cramming.

Charles J. Brooks, best-selling author of the A+ Certification Training Guide, is a member of CompTIA's vaunted Advisory Committee for the A+ certification program. He is president of Marcraft International Corporation, located in Kennewick, Washington, which was among two dozen founding organizations for the Security+ exam.

Ed Tittel, Series Editor of the Training Guides Series and the Exam Cram 2 Series, runs LANWrights, Inc., a training and writing firm that specializes in networking, computer security, and markup languages. Ed has contributed to more than 100 books on various aspects of computing.

About the Author

Hans Sparbel is a Licensed Vocational Networking Trainer by the State of California. He has been in this position since 1999. He is also a computer science educator, adjunct college professor, and guest speaker. Hans is certified in multiple computer programs, including MCSE in Windows 2000 and NT 4.0, MCT, MCP + Internet, Microsoft Office applications, Linux and Novell Administration, Hubbell Wiring, and A+ Hardware Technician. Hans also has one year of experience as a technical school director overseas. Lastly, Hans is an experienced supervisor, planner, analytical evaluator, and published technical writer.

Hans has a variety of educational backgrounds: music composition in Germany, vocational nursing with the military, educational degrees in vocational education and sociology at the master's level and many computer certifications. In his spare time, Hans plays piano, writes music, and is continuing his education in the medical field.

What's fascinating about this author is his uniquely positive and helpful attitude about nearly every aspect of life. I have heard him say on more than one occasion to students and friends alike, "The more you do, the more you can do." His belief that "With God all things are possible" is a proven testimony throughout his life.

It's hard to imagine that someone who escaped from East Germany without a cent could have accomplished so many things.

Comments from Esther, his loving wife.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Que (March 19, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789731517
• ISBN-13: 978-0789731517
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #722,365 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great value, but the CD is off., April 28, 2004

By	"smcarter627" (Denver, CO) - See all my reviews

In preparing for the Security+ exam, I looked at a lot of practice exams before finally picking up this book. I didn't actually read through the book, but rather used the test engine on the included CD-ROM. It's a great value, with over 700 questions, and the test engine lets you configure your practice exams the way you want. They cover all the sections of the exam very well with multiple questions for the more important sections. My only complaint is that the test engine will sometimes mark you incorrect when it shouldn't. This is obviously a program bug, but it can be confusing as to whether the explanation for the correct answer is accurate or not. Aside from this minor annoyance (maybe 5 of the questions total), it was an excellent study aid.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but not great, September 8, 2006

By	Eric Scott - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I would use this book as a starting point but would use other sources for a complete review. Lots of question included in this book. I passed the test on my first try but used several sources to study from including this book. Beware of the test. It is very hard and has lots of tricky questions.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Passed with a score of 96%, May 10, 2005

By	Zena Kitty "Zena Kitty" (Planet Earth) - See all my reviews

Most of the question on the exam were either verbatim or very similar to the questions in this book. I recommend using this as a supplement to a study guide (I didn't really use my Exam Cram2 study guide; I used Microsoft's, instead) and testing your knowledge. Once you score near 100% on these questions, then you're ready to take the exam. And you WILL pass!