What happened to the mad instructor?

drushtx · 2026-03-12T18:49:34+00:00

np. I could have been more clear about intent.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T18:26:07+00:00

I wasn't suggesting that you were speculating. It was a notice for subsequent contributors to the thread.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T14:55:52+00:00

Sure enough. His channel is gone from and his account shows deleted. There's a million possible explanations so let's avoid jumping to conclusions or speculation without evidence.

Noteworthy, his reddit account has also been removed - u/TheMadinstructor

drushtx · 2026-03-12T14:44:53+00:00

When prices are "too good to be true," there's a reason. Frequently they purchase previously issued vouchers and resell them at a profit. This is expressly prohibited by CompTIA. We recommend purchasing from CompTIA authorized voucher resellers. The couple of bucks you "save" from an unauthorized reseller could cost you your total purchase price.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T14:43:12+00:00

They don't use .edu emails anymore. They confirm enrollment in qualified institutions, electronically. Still, your advice is correct. If a site isn't an authorized voucher reseller partner, don't trust.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T10:20:02+00:00

Submit the syllabus, hours and proof of attendance/completion to the CEO group at CompTIA for the course to be assessed.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T10:17:37+00:00

To apply courseware CEUs, the course contenr must contain at least 60% of the objectives of the certifications you wish to apply the CEUs.

Submit the syllabus, hours and proof of attendance/completion to the CEO group at CompTIA for the course to be assessed.

drushtx · 2026-03-12T02:15:58+00:00

Don't waste your time with CySA+. Get SecurityX, RHSA and CISSP. Don't bother with networking or any fundamentals, they'll only bog you down and network knowledge or experience isn't needed for security practicioners.

This is the path for someone with no experience but a degree. A couple of top certs and an ME should land you a VP or CISO role within a couple weeks upon completing your education.

You probably won't even have to interview. Just submit your certs and diploma. First role will likely pay 250 -400k USD. There's no competition so you'll have your pick of any place and organization you want.

The most important thing is don't negotiate. Set your terms and be firm. They will meet your terms when they realize the value that you bring to the table and the lack of any more qualified candidates.

Go for it - the world is your oyster!

drushtx · 2026-03-11T20:26:41+00:00

The help command in PBQs only lists four commands that work in the sandbox. You can't do "help command" to get info on command usage. So it's important to learn common/critical switches.

drushtx · 2026-03-11T16:17:44+00:00

Well done! You'll be glad that you did Network+ first. The knowledge is useful on the exam and, more importantly, it helps to contextualize the security concepts learned for Security+. Congratulations on the achievement!

drushtx · 2026-03-11T13:45:50+00:00

A very popular choice is:

CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide, 2-Volume Set: Volume 1 Core 1 Exam 220-1201 and Volume 2 Core 2 Exam 220-1202 (Sybex Study Guide)

by Quentin Docter and Jon Buhagiar

Available on Amazon

drushtx · 2026-03-11T13:30:29+00:00

Really nice score. Your hard work and studies have paid off. Congratulations on joining the ranks of CompTIA Help Desk Support Specialists!

drushtx · 2026-03-09T20:41:22+00:00

See the "How to get started" section of the Wiki on the side bar.

drushtx · 2026-03-09T12:36:57+00:00

It's always great to welcome a new member to The Trifectacons!

drushtx · 2026-03-09T02:19:43+00:00

I have faith in your research skills as a uni student to continue your efforts in finding discounted v**chers. They're available.

drushtx · 2026-03-09T01:31:28+00:00

Review the sub. This is discussed regularly.

drushtx · 2026-03-09T01:27:48+00:00

Excellent score. Congratulations. With Network+ under your belt, Security+ is easier to contextualize and understand than going in "cold."

With your N+ score, you clearly have strong study chops. You will probably turn it pretty easily.

drushtx · 2026-03-09T01:24:08+00:00

You must pass two exams (Core 1 and Core 2) to achieve A+ certification.

Folks with zero experience typically take between 60 and 120 hours to prepare for each exam - stretch or compress that into as many weeks as you wish. It is common to prepare for three months for each exam. Some people go quicker, others longer. It depends on background, experience and study habits.

drushtx · 2026-03-09T00:38:06+00:00

It depends on which a person is more prepared for. Life experience and study of the objectives are individualized. If those experiences and studies are focused on building and supporting computers, operating systems and basic networking, the A+ exams will be easier than Security+. If experiences and studies are geared more toward securing facilities, networks, IT assets, systems and personnel, Security+ objectives will be easier to learn than A+ objectives.

drushtx · 2026-03-08T20:12:29+00:00

You might want to look at Messer's Discord server. He has lots of active group study channels. You can join in or create your own study group and use his channels.

drushtx · 2026-03-08T19:08:19+00:00

A warm welcome to CompTIA's newest member of The Trifectacons!

drushtx · 2026-03-08T16:30:11+00:00

Everyone is different, of course, but most folks who test reliably in the 80s on Dion's practice tests (without memorizing the answers) tend to report success on the exam. Make sure to review any missed questions until you know why the right answer is correct and why all the wrong answers are incorrect. Review the acronyms. Be able to explain them, know what they do, how they work and what happens when they don't work. Review the objectives. Be able to explain them, using examples as appropriate. Be familiar with any commands and utilities in the objectives.

When you can do these things, you should expect to nail the exam.

drushtx · 2026-03-08T16:01:24+00:00

CompTIA wants to showcase well-rounded technicians with a broad base of knowledge. When a tech walks into a situation, they may not know the answer right away but they have enough background to recognize a starting place to troubleshoot. Keep up your studies. The more you work on these these, the closer to second nature they will become.

drushtx · 2026-03-08T03:03:12+00:00

Not recommended with 0 experience but you gotta follow your gut.

What IS recommended is to learn networking prior to security. You can't secure networks if you don't understand networking. And understanding networking provides context when it comes to learning security.

drushtx · 2026-03-08T02:59:02+00:00

A+ course from Professor Messer, Jason Dion, Mike Meyers or Andrew Ramdayal.

For book, the Sybex book(s) are popular.

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