CompTIA Security+ SYO-501 Review Guide - Softcover

Stewart, James Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1119416949 ISBN 13: 9781119416944

Publisher: Sybex Inc, 2017

Synopsis

Consolidate your knowledge base with critical Security+ review

CompTIA Security+ Review Guide, Fourth Edition, is the smart candidate's secret weapon for passing Exam SY0-501 with flying colors. You've worked through your study guide, but are you sure you're prepared? This book provides tight, concise reviews of all essential topics throughout each of the exam's six domains to help you reinforce what you know. Take the pre-assessment test to identify your weak areas while there is still time to review, and use your remaining prep time to turn weaknesses into strengths. The Sybex online learning environment gives you access to portable study aids, including electronic flashcards and a glossary of key terms, so you can review on the go. Hundreds of practice questions allow you to gauge your readiness, and give you a preview of the big day.

Avoid exam-day surprises by reviewing with the makers of the test—this review guide is fully approved and endorsed by CompTIA, so you can be sure that it accurately reflects the latest version of the exam. The perfect companion to the CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, Seventh Edition, this review guide can be used with any study guide to help you:

• Review the critical points of each exam topic area
• Ensure your understanding of how concepts translate into tasks
• Brush up on essential terminology, processes, and skills
• Test your readiness with hundreds of practice questions

You've put in the time, gained hands-on experience, and now it's time to prove what you know. The CompTIA Security+ certification tells employers that you're the person they need to keep their data secure; with threats becoming more and more sophisticated, the demand for your skills will only continue to grow. Don't leave anything to chance on exam day—be absolutely sure you're prepared with the CompTIA Security+ Review Guide, Fourth Edition.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Covers 100% of exam objectives, including threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; technologies and tools; architecture and design; identity and access management; risk management; cryptography and PKI; and much more...

Includes interactive online learning environment and study tools with:

+ 2 custom practice exams
+ 300 electronic flashcards
+ Searchable key term glossary

Tight, targeted review to help you pass CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-501

CompTIA Security+ Review Guide, Fourth Edition, provides a concise and focused review, giving you a secret weapon for passing certification Exam SY0-501. Divided into six parts corresponding to the six domains covered on the exam, it systematically examines all the vital information you need to know. Reinforce your study with the exclusive Sybex online interactive learning environment, and because this guide is fully approved and endorsed by CompTIA, you can be confident that the content reflects the latest version of the exam.

Review covers all 6 domain areas of the SY0-501 Exam:

• Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
• Technologies and Tools
• Architecture and Design
• Identity and Access Management
• Risk Management
• Cryptography and PKI

Interactive learning environment

Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit http://www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep, type in your unique PIN and instantly gain a year of FREE access to:

• Test bank with 2 practice exams
• 300 electronic flashcards
• Comprehensive, searchable glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared

ABOUT THE COMPTIA SECURITY+ CERTIFICATION

The Security+ certification validates the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is also compliant with government regulations under Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). Visit https://certification.comptia.org/certifications/security for more information.

About the Author

James Michael Stewart, Security+, CISSP, CEH, CHFI, is a security expert, writer, trainer, and researcher for Impact Online (www.impactonline.com), an independent courseware development company. He provides IT instruction across the globe for various public and private organizations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sybex Inc
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1119416949
• ISBN 13: 9781119416944
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 601