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Network+ Labs : help

Hi everyone,


I’m currently preparing for the CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) exam and I’m very interested in building my hands-on skills through labs. I wanted to ask you, what are the recommended tools and software for building labs and practicing the exam objectives?

Thank you
I would recommed using Cisco Packet Tracer or GNS3

Session 3 of TTT Linux 9/16

That is very strange that you get the session 3 reg page but it takes you to session 2 on-demand. I just tried it, and it does go to session 3 on-demand on my end. So, I think you have a good plan, trying it from home. Let me know how it goes. I did check reporting and it looks like there have been a lot of folks who viewed session 3 on-demand. This is the first comment on it not working.

So, I would blame work! Good excuse to say you need to go home and test something. 😁

Session 3 of TTT Linux 9/16

Using that link, I get session two. I think my coffee's broken. Am I the only one? I even tried going back to the registration page filling in the form again etc....
Very interesting! I just clicked that link and went to the session 3 registration page. It could be your computer needs a shot of espresso! Try to clear you cache and refresh your browser. Or, you could try in another browser.
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CompTIA Linux+ V8 - Study Guides and Exam Resources

I'm looking for the new Version8 exam guide and study resources for Linux+ V8. I haven't had success finding study guides or even logging into the new partner portal!

Does anyone have a link to where I can go to grab this information for students?
You have the CompTIA CertMaster training products, and you can reinforce what you learned by utilizing the Udemy practice tests 540 questions with feedback. I have not found a quality book as of yet. I hope this helps.

Session 3 of TTT Linux 9/16

Greetings all,
I'm trying to find the session 3 on-demand recording and all I'm coming up with is session 2 ...am I missing something or do I just need more coffee or both?
Coffee! That is also a great place to start! You should be able to use the same link for the live session to access the on-demand session. When you registered for the series, you should have received a separate link for each session.

If you cannot find the link in your inbox, this link will take you directly to session 3, however, you will have to fill out the registration form again for the session. https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5041686/5D1944E412E8ACFCAB4B886DD5EBF76D

Hope this helps! :coffee:

Seeking Assessment Tools to Measure Baseline and Growth in IT Knowledge for Sophomores

Hello @jvolquezm and welcome to our community! There are some built-in assessments in the CompTIA Certmaster platform that can be used as a pre and post-assessment. While I am not in the classroom now, when I was I utilized the CompTIA CertMaster Practice tool. That is a customizable, standalone practice test tool used to help make sure you are ready to sit for the exam. It can be used as a pre-assessment as well. However, there have been a lot of changes to the CertMaster platform content, and I believe you will have some of these assessments already built into your curriculum. I would recommend having a conversation with your CompTIA Customer Success rep, who can demo some specific tools for you to see what would fit best with what you would like to do with your students.

CompTia NW+ Instructor needed.

Hi Team,

I'm looking for a Certified instructor to run CompTIA NW+ class sometime in late October.
Please email Kimberly Shelton [email protected] if you are available. This would be tentative based on enrollments.
Can I ask this request on this discussion board?

Kimberly Shelton
ArchiTech Academy

New Academy Administrator Seeking Guidance on Platform Access and Free Courses

I am the newly appointed administrator for the CompTIA Academy at our institution. I was recently added to the CIN and now have access to the https://platform.comptia.org portal.

I am writing to request your guidance on how to begin using the platform effectively. Specifically, I need help understanding the initial steps to:
  1. Create classes for my students.
  2. Add my students to these classes.
Furthermore, I am inquiring about the availability of free fundamental-level courses for my students. At our institution, we also have academies for partners like Cisco and AWS, which provide free course access for students to learn and earn certifications and badges. I would like to know if similar opportunities exist through the CompTIA Academy program to help my students get started on their CompTIA certification path.

Thank you for your time and assistance. I am eager to resolve this and begin delivering CompTIA courses to my students.

Kindly refer to this link:


I hope this helps!

  • Question
CompTIA A+ ITProTV

Hey Cinners,

I remember sometime in the past, that there was an ITPro TV training option. Does that still exist and if so, how can I access it? I'm currently training our Cybersecurity Information Specialist course which comprises A+, Net+, Security+, Linux+, Python and some specific Cybersecurity modules. I'd like to take this ITPro for a spin as I will need to step away from training for a few days and need my students to continue with lessons.

Thanks in advance for your assistance.

Robert

3rd Annual CertOber - CompTIA Tech+ Training

For anyone who lives in Houston or the surrounding areas, I will be hosting our 3rd annual CertOber event at the James D. Eggers Instructional Support Center (ISC Building) in Humble ISD. This event is offered at NO COST to students and community members, but space is minimal, so you must go through Eventbrite to reserve your seat.

Here are the detials


I’m excited to announce the 3rd Annual CertOber Event, hosted at the James D. Eggers Instructional Support Center (ISC Building).

This five-day, hands-on certification bootcamp is designed to prepare students for the new CompTIA Tech+ certification—a powerful first step into the world of technology, cybersecurity, and digital literacy.

I wanted to ensure your parents and kids are aware of this opportunity, which is open to all students in our community, including parents. There is no cost for the tickets, and they are going fast.

💡 Why This Matters
  • Counts toward CCMR and IBCs
  • No cost to attend
  • Led by Scott Ford, M.Ed. — former Humble ISD teacher and now a bestselling IT certification author
  • The new CompTIA Tech+ exam is more accessible than the previous ITF+, making it easier than ever for students to succeed

📚 What’s Included
  • Expert-led training and exam prep
  • Engaging, hands-on instruction covering:
    • Digital Literacy
    • Hardware & Operating Systems
    • Applications & Software Development
    • Databases
    • Networking & Wireless
    • WAN, Virtualization & Cloud Computing
    • Security Fundamentals
    • Digital Media
    • Artificial Intelligence
  • A welcoming, interactive environment that makes IT fun and approachable

📅 Event Details
  • Dates: October 13–17, 2025 (Humble ISD’s October break)
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location:
    James D. Eggers Instructional Support Center
    4810 Magnolia Cove Dr, Kingwood, TX — Room 1014

💰 Cost

⚡ Reserve Your Seat
Seats are limited and go fast! (I announced this event on Friday, and we are close to 50% sold out!)
Last year’s CertOber drew over 80 participants and filled quickly — don’t miss out.
[Click here to reserve your spot]

(This training typically costs over $2,500 at private training centers — we’re offering it at no cost to the community.)



👨‍🏫 About the Instructor

Scott Ford, M.Ed.
is an author, professor, and CEO of Scott Ford Consulting, LLC.

With over 25 years in education and training, he has taught IT and cybersecurity to organizations including CompTIA, the FBI, CIA, DEA, K–12 schools, colleges, Chevron®, Global Knowledge®, and the City of Houston.

He holds a Master of Education in Educational Technology from Texas A&M and multiple industry and teaching certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, Adobe, and the State of Texas.

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