[MUSIC] Welcome to this video on CompTIA
security+ exam strategies. After watching this video, you will be able describe the CompTIA
security+ exam structure and logistics, identify time management strategies
you can apply during the exam. Apply analysis techniques to CompTIA
security+ exam question types to help determine the appropriate
responses to questions. Self evaluate your readiness to
create a personalized study plan and develop an effective
personalized study plan. The CompTIA security+ exam
consists of 90 multiple choice and performance-based questions. You have 90 minutes to complete this exam. A passing score is 750 on
a scale of 100 to 900. After purchasing your exam voucher, you
can register with Pearson VUE and sign up to take your exam at a Pearson location or
in an online project exam environment. Next, let's strategize how to
approach the exam domains. Let's examine the exam domains ranked best
on the most significant percentage of questions to the fewest questions. Security operations topics comprise
most of the test questions, comprising 28% of the exam and questions
about threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation are 22% of the exam. These two exam domains are 50%
of the exam questions. Next, 20% of the questions are on
security program management oversight, 18% of the questions focus
on security architecture and 12% on general security concepts. Next, evaluate your exam readiness
as part of an effective study plan. Take plenty of practice exams,
especially simulated exams when available, your scores will reveal which
CompTIA security+ exam domains and topics to refocus on
before taking the exam. As you take your practice exams, you'll want to consider the number of
questions and the time constraints. Effective time management is
crucial to completing and passing the CompTIA security exam. Check out these overall strategies. Attempt the performance based questions
first, read each question carefully. When answering questions, focus on the practical application
of cybersecurity analyst skills. Pace yourself to manage your time. Decide if you will flag questions
that you are unsure of the answer or if you will guess the answer and
move to the next question. CompTIA does not disclose the points
allocated to each question. However, there's no penalty for guessing answers to questions
on the security + exam. When completing practice tests, consider using time management strategies
such as allowing yourself 1 minute per question or setting an overall time
limit to match the exam timing. Let's take a closer look
at each question type. The CompTIA security+ exam includes
a mixture of multiple choice questions and performance-based questions. Multiple choice questions can have
single or multiple correct answers. When determining which answer is correct,
first read all of the options, then eliminate the wrong choices. Look for keywords related to technologies
such as security analysis and threat detection. Then choose your answers. Performance-based questions,
referred to as PBQs, simulate real world security analysis scenarios and
require a slightly different approach. To effectively answer these questions,
first read the entire scenario, then analyze the scenario or content
by reviewing each piece of information. Next, apply your domain knowledge and
compare the tools and actions you would use to
the available answers. Perform the steps necessary to answer
the questions and provide your answer. Performance-based questions test your
ability to apply knowledge to real world scenarios. Hands-on experience with cybersecurity
applications and other tools is vital to correctly answering these
questions during exam preparations. Create a home-based lab or
use online hands-on experiences. Include textbooks, study guides, and additional online resources in addition
to your hands-on lab experiences. Use your knowledge and experiences with
prior tests to determine which topics need extra study and finally, study frequently. You'll benefit from a study schedule
that allows for regular review sessions, including hands-on lab practice and
practice tests. Next, lets strategize for
exam day preparations. These preparations begin
before the day of the exam. Consider the following exam
day preparation steps. Notify your test taking center in advance
of any necessary personal accommodations. Get a good nights rest,
eat well, and be well hydrated. Allow enough time to
reach the testing center. If you're testing online, arrange to
remove all distractions from your environment so that the exam is your
sole focus for the entire testing time. Now, let's summarize your overall
exam preparation strategies. To prepare for your exam when completing
practice tests, practice time-management strategies such as allowing
yourself 1 minute per question or setting an overall time limit
to match the exam timing. Analyze questions as you read them and
eliminate the obviously wrong answers. If you must guess the answer, CompTIA does
not deduct for incorrect exam answers. Apply exam preparation techniques such
as hands-on cybersecurity application experience. Use textbooks, study guides,
and online resources. Focus on your weak topics and
study regularly. Take plenty of practice exams, especially
simulated exams, when available. And plan ahead for your exam-day needs,
including accommodations, rest, nutrition, travel time, and
removal of distractions. [MUSIC]