The Bottom Line
This book will not give you every question on the test, nor will it teach you information security. But its great for its intended purpose- to help you pass the Security+ certification exam.
Pros
- Packed with information to help you pass
- CD includes two practice exams
- Great for last-minute refresher practice
Cons
- None
Description
- The whole book is done as like a travel guide to help you navigate a foreign country as a tourist
- The "Local Lingo" defines certain terms that the author feels you must know for the exam
- The "Travel Advisories" offer expert tips and advice for specific areas of security
- The "Travel Assistance" points the reader to other resources that might help to reinforce the info
- The "Exam Tips" point out specific areas that the reader should focus on to succeed on the exam
- Each chapter ends with "Checkpoints" containing questions and explanations to test you on that info
Guide Review - Book Review: Mike Meyers' Passport- Security+
This book packs a lot of info into a little space. Mike Meyers' Certification Passport- Security+ is a great tool for someone to use as a last minute refresher before taking the exam. Many people make the mistake of assuming a book like this will *teach* them what they need to know. On the contrary, the certification exam assumes that you have experience and hands-on knowledge of the subject. It is not intended for someone to simply pick up a book and go get certified. This book will not *teach* you the subject matter, but Trevor Kay does an excellent job of providing the information you need and highlighting areas of particular interest that you should focus on in order to pass the Security+ exam. Get this book and good luck on your exam!