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jasoneckert · Sep 11, 2025

Rick Butler said:
I always debated this point en principio - of whether Hyper-V was a true type 1 hypervisor, because it requires Windows to be loaded as the OS before the hypervisor runs. Now, other folks would say, "Hyper-V is part of the Windows OS", so by extension, makes it Type 1, etc etc. I know MSFT claims that when Hyper-V is loaded, it adds a hypervisor layer to run on bare-metal and the "host" Windows OS becomes 'virtualized'.

Hurts my head, sometimes...

Hyper-V is definitely a Type 1 hypervisor, even though it comes with the Windows operating system. This is because it sits underneath the Windows host OS once you install it as shown below. This is also why, when you install Hyper-V for the first time on Windows, it reboots to load Hyper-V before loading the Windows OS, and why your host OS IP configuration is no longer set on your physical NIC, but on a virtual NIC that references the physical NIC via the underlying Hyper-V (just like other virtual machines). In a Type 1 hypervisor, the host OS is merely an auto-loaded virtual machine that can also manage the hypervisor (i.e., has Hyper-V Manager) and equally shares access to the hardware with all other virtual machines on the system.

Rick Butler · Sep 10, 2025

jasoneckert said:
Hyper-V is a Type 1 (bare-metal) hypervisor that comes with Windows Pro and higher editions (though it can be installed on Home if you look up how). Being Type 1 means Hyper-V runs directly on the hardware, with a lightweight virtualization layer in between. This allows near-native performance.

I always debated this point en principio - of whether Hyper-V was a true type 1 hypervisor, because it requires Windows to be loaded as the OS before the hypervisor runs. Now, other folks would say, "Hyper-V is part of the Windows OS", so by extension, makes it Type 1, etc etc. I know MSFT claims that when Hyper-V is loaded, it adds a hypervisor layer to run on bare-metal and the "host" Windows OS becomes 'virtualized'.

Hurts my head, sometimes...

jasoneckert · Sep 10, 2025

Prof. Alex O Akpodiete said:
Great session today, Jason. Back on the issue of HyperV vs. Oracle Box, can someone share their preference and why?

Hyper-V is a Type 1 (bare-metal) hypervisor that comes with Windows Pro and higher editions (though it can be installed on Home if you look up how). Being Type 1 means Hyper-V runs directly on the hardware, with a lightweight virtualization layer in between. This allows near-native performance.

In contrast, Oracle VirtualBox is a Type 2 (hosted) hypervisor by default—it runs as a regular application on top of Windows. As a result, all VM hardware access must go through the Windows OS first, which adds overhead and reduces performance compared to Type 1 hypervisors.

So, in general, Hyper-V is faster than VirtualBox by default.

However, there’s a neat trick: if you have both Hyper-V and VirtualBox installed, you can configure VirtualBox to use Hyper-V as its backend. To do this:

Open the settings for your VirtualBox VM,
Go to System > Acceleration,
Set Paravirtualization Interface to Hyper-V.

This allows VirtualBox to leverage Hyper-V’s performance benefits while maintaining VirtualBox’s compatibility and features.

Why is this useful? In cybersecurity, many pre-built VM targets and OS images are packaged specifically for VirtualBox. So for students taking a cybersecurity course, it makes sense to use VirtualBox—but enabling Hyper-V paravirtualization gives the best of both worlds: broad compatibility and improved performance.

If you're not teaching a cybersecurity course, however, it makes sense to have a simpler setup where you just stick with Hyper-V for faster, cleaner VM performance on Windows.

jarrelrivera · Sep 10, 2025

Patrick Dickey said:
Hi, everyone,

I passed my Network+ in June 2024. In July, I took the Train The Trainer for Network+ 10-009 (I had tested under the 008 test). It was ten sessions for a total of 20 CEU credits. My question is what other TTT courses would count towards the Network+ CEU credits? Would DataX, Security+, or others count?

Thanks and have a great night.
Patrick.

Refer to this link. https://www.comptia.org/en-us/resources/ce/choose/renewal-options/
It provides a table re: What Renewal Options Are Available to You

I hope this helps!

jarrelrivera · Sep 10, 2025

For me, the choice of hypervisor depends on the cohort:

If the student is new to virtualization, I prefer to use Oracle VirtualBox

If the cohorts are professionals:

Hyper-V if the client is using Microsoft-based products, or KVM if they are into Linux
I've used VMware workstation and/or VMWare ESXi before, until it was bought by Broadcom
for Type-1 virtualization, I prefer Proxmox

Rick Butler · Sep 10, 2025

Gregory Childers said:
I primarily use Oracle VirtualBox. I just like it better.

Overall, I like them both. I've used both and both are great platforms for different reasons. Also, KVM is a good tool for long-term virtualization projects.

Rick Butler · Sep 10, 2025

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Bruce Weaver said:
Maybe I misunderstood, but does the OP @Tony Mationg mean differences between learn/perform?
If so, here is a summary:

CertMaster Learn
Purpose: Knowledge acquisition and understanding

Best for: Learners who are starting out or want a structured way to study for a CompTIA certification.

Features:

Interactive lessons aligned with CompTIA exam objectives

Videos, practice questions, and performance-based questions

Assessments to track progress

Flashcards and learning plans

Integrated with CertMaster Labs (if applicable)

Goal: Build foundational knowledge and prepare for the exam with guided instruction.

CertMaster Perform
Purpose: Skill application and hands-on practice

Best for: Learners who already understand the concepts and want to apply them in real-world scenarios.

Features:

Scenario-based simulations

Realistic IT tasks in a virtual environment

Immediate feedback on performance

Focus on critical thinking and problem-solving

Goal: Reinforce learning through practice and prepare for job tasks, not just the exam.

I'm not sure if he was looking at delivery platform or the curriculum platform in this case. Your provided analysis here is well-taken. Hopefully we all answered the questions...

Bruce Weaver · Sep 10, 2025

Patrick Dickey said:
Thank you for the reply. I guess I was hoping for a list of known TTT sessions that cover Network+. That way, I don't have to start participating in various ones only to find out they do (or don't) count towards it.

Have a great night.
Patrick.

I think this listing will help you. https://www.comptia.org/en-us/resou...-education/network-educational-units/#comptia
Short Answer: Do the Cloud+ TTT

Bruce Weaver · Sep 10, 2025

Maybe I misunderstood, but does the OP @Tony Mationg mean differences between learn/perform?
If so, here is a summary:

CertMaster Learn

Purpose: Knowledge acquisition and understanding

Best for: Learners who are starting out or want a structured way to study for a CompTIA certification.

Features:

Interactive lessons aligned with CompTIA exam objectives
Videos, practice questions, and performance-based questions
Assessments to track progress
Flashcards and learning plans
Integrated with CertMaster Labs (if applicable)

Goal: Build foundational knowledge and prepare for the exam with guided instruction.

CertMaster Perform

Purpose: Skill application and hands-on practice

Best for: Learners who already understand the concepts and want to apply them in real-world scenarios.

Features:

Scenario-based simulations
Realistic IT tasks in a virtual environment
Immediate feedback on performance
Focus on critical thinking and problem-solving

Goal: Reinforce learning through practice and prepare for job tasks, not just the exam.

Bruce Weaver · Sep 10, 2025

Gregory Childers said:
I can't imagine anyone wanting to extend Tech+ beyond three years.

That was exactly my input to the survey they sent out! Move forward, not renew Tech+, but with the new for-profit model.....

Wendy Edwards · Sep 10, 2025

Information regarding Linux+ eBook (and eBooks in general): All eBooks are transitioning to CompTIA's CertMaster platform and rebranded as CertMaster Study. The general release for all English versions of CertMaster Study is October 1, 2025, and will be available on the CompTIA store. With the new version of Linux+ recently released, there will not be an "eBook" for Linux+ V8. Instead, the CertMaster Study version of Linux+ V8 will be available with the other Study products on October 1st. More information coming soon in the Partner Meetups and Newsletters or you may reference this help article: CertMaster Study: What You Need to Know.

Bofy O.S Idiodi · Sep 10, 2025

Rafael Caballero said:
Is there a TTT for Linux going on and if so can you share the link please.

Join the Event

Gregory Childers · Sep 10, 2025

Prof. Alex O Akpodiete said:
Great session today, Jason. Back on the issue of HyperV vs. Oracle Box, can someone share their preference and why?

I primarily use Oracle VirtualBox. I just like it better.

precious · Sep 10, 2025

Oooh! very nice, Congrats

Rick Butler · Sep 10, 2025

Prof. Alex O Akpodiete said:
Great session today, Jason. Back on the issue of HyperV vs. Oracle Box, can someone share their preference and why?

I could see using Hyper-V because for a student that may be more likely to use a Windows environment, Hyper-V would be easier to set up and get going. In fact, one command in an Admin PowerShell window and you're there:

Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName Microsoft-Hyper-V -All

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MichaelAVC · Sep 10, 2025

Hi network!

At Adding Value Consulting (AVC) we are looking for trainers that are able to deliver on-site training of Security+ in Sweden and/or the Netherlands on a project basis. An alternative to on-site training could be online classroom training on CET. Feel free to reach out to me if you are interested or would like more information in the way we work.

Kind regards,
Michael Looman – [email protected]
Adding Value Consulting (AVC)

Jb Castillo · Sep 10, 2025

A very interesting session!

Jerry93 · Sep 10, 2025

Stephen Schneiter said:
Hi @Jerry93, great question! I requested an update, and here is the information I received. The Data+ V2 certification is expected to launch publicly on October 14, 2025, and the Data+ V1 certification exam will retire in Q2 of 2026.

Learning content for V2 will also be available on the 14th of October with the exam launch. I hope this helps!

Thank you so much, Stephen! Appreciate the update.

precious · Sep 9, 2025

Rafael Caballero said:
Is there a TTT for Linux going on and if so can you share the link please.

You can always look under Open Forums >
CompTIA Webinars or

Register Here

Rafael Caballero · Sep 9, 2025

@Stephen, I missed that TTT email somehow. Glad I checked in on my CIN so I just registered for this. I'll have to do the On-Demand from today so I can catch up. Looking forward to this and Jason is always a wealth of knowledge to learn from.

Stephen Schneiter said:
It is time for the next TTT series! Join the CompTIA Instructor Network and special guest @jasoneckert as he Leads the Linux+ TTT series. Jason will cover the exam objectives and provide hands on examples as you strengthen your Linux skills. We will discuss how to cover the content with students and suggest various labs to let students gain hands-on experience as they prepare for certification.

What: CIN TTT Series: Linux+ V8
When: September 9 - October 9, 2025 (Ten sessions), 6:00 - 8:00 PM CDT
Who: Jason Eckert
Where: ON24
Register Now

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Rafael Caballero · Sep 9, 2025

Is there a TTT for Linux going on and if so can you share the link please.

Prof. Alex O Akpodiete · Sep 9, 2025

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✔ AI risks and the evolving cybersecurity landscape
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Prof. Alex O Akpodiete · Sep 9, 2025

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Vulnerability Assessment vs. Penetration Testing: Grasp the differences between these two critical security tests, which are used to find and exploit weaknesses in a system. We'll also discuss the different teams involved in a penetration test, such as the red team and blue team.

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Great session today, Jason. Back on the issue of HyperV vs. Oracle Box, can someone share their preference and why?

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