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At the same time, I was introduced to the Sec+ certification by working through the official CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) study guide while also completing all of the hands-on labs that paired with it. These labs helped tie the theory I was diving into with practical application, which was huge for retention and gaining a real-world understanding.  \nProf Messer’s free YouTube playlist I watched all of Professor Messer’s SY0-701 video series on YouTube and took detailed notes throughout. His teaching style is incredibly concise and always makes complicated topics more digestible, andrevisiting my notes later was crucial during review.  \nAcronyms and Port Numbers  \nInstead of blindly memorizing acronyms and what they stand for, it is extremely important to truly understand what each one stands for and how it can be applied in real-world context. Anytime you encounter an acronym for the first time, write it down; every time after that, say it out loud. This method is super helpful for memorization and understanding for myself. With this in mind, it is important to do the same—or something similar—for common port numbers (SSH, DNS, DHCP, [HTTP](HTTP), NTP, [HTTPS](HTTPS) , etc. ) .  \nPractice Exams  \nPractice exams are not to be skimmed over, how you practice is how you play. I went through all three of Professor Messer’s practice exams and reviewed every single question, whether I got it right or wrong. I read all the answer explanations carefully, which helped me understand the reasoning behind each question and identify weak areas to revisit, or re-watch Messer videos on. It is also important to understand how CompTIA exams are set up beforehand and become comfortable with the formatting, and Messer’s practice exams are very similar. Note, although it is not necessary to time yourself on every practice exam you take, it is important to get practice on a timer, to get a feel for the time management you will face during the real deal.  \nPractice Questions Although not every study source is as accurate as something like Professor Messer’s exams, it’s still beneficial to get as much practice as possible. That’s why I used a variety of YouTube channels that covered Security+ practice questions. Some helpful ones included MLA Tech, Technical Institute of America, and Computer Networks Decoded, among others.  \nPBQs Performance-based questions are a significant part of the exam—even if you only get three. Preparing for them not only helps you answer those questions correctly, but also reinforces theoretical knowledge for the multiple-choice portion. The best practice I found—other than the Messer exams—came from two YouTube channels, with one standout. Cyberkraft offers a Security+ PBQ playlist that’s decent for understanding question formats and reinforcing key topics. However, the real hidden gem was a channel called MLA Tech. Their extensive PBQ playlist was by far the most helpful and accurate resource I used to prepare for the performance-based section of the exam.  \nConfidence and Strategy  \nBy the time exam day came, I felt prepared and confident. I stuck to my plan and trusted in the time and effort I had put into studying. Do not second-guess yourself or panic, just focus and execute. Also, you will never feel “ready” to take the exam, just go for it when you build enough confidence and you will excel.  \nBonus Tips  \nRotate Practice Exam Sources  \nDon’t rely on just one set of practice questions. 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