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Linux+ v8 guide from Sybex: skips a whole objective

In the past, I've been the technical editor for all of the Linux- and UNIX-related titles at Wiley (at the request of other authors like Richard Blum and Christine Bresnahan since other Linux authors often provide for the most valuable technical reviews).

However, this year I haven't heard a peep that way, so I don't know what is happening at Wiley - but it's possible that cost-saving shortcuts are taking place (e.g., less content editing, consolidating authors).

What I can say is that if I were tech editing the the new title, I would have noted the absence of Objective 4.5, and recommended content for inclusion at certain places :)
Always good at what you do !
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Linux+ v8 guide from Sybex: skips a whole objective

G'day everyone!

I bought the Sybex Wiley study guide for Linux+ v8 (XK0-006), because that's the book my students will also be using.

I was looking forward to the authors' take on a few of the new objectives, most importantly 4.5 on the responsible use of AI and LLM.

The book's preface promises that objective 4.5 is discussed in a chapter, plus the header page for that same chapter says it's in there. But no. Absolutely zero mention of AI, LLM and related topics. It's not in the index, it's not in the table of contents, not a word is breathed about the whole objective 4.5

I've submitted an erratum form to Sybex Wiley, who have "forwarded it to second line"... but it's gone dead silent since then.

I also noticed that this new version of the book no longer has Christine Bresnahan on the cover; it's now only mr Blum. I wonder why.
In the past, I've been the technical editor for all of the Linux- and UNIX-related titles at Wiley (at the request of other authors like Richard Blum and Christine Bresnahan since other Linux authors often provide for the most valuable technical reviews).

However, this year I haven't heard a peep that way, so I don't know what is happening at Wiley - but it's possible that cost-saving shortcuts are taking place (e.g., less content editing, consolidating authors).

What I can say is that if I were tech editing the the new title, I would have noted the absence of Objective 4.5, and recommended content for inclusion at certain places :)

CompTIA quiz lockout features

I'm not sure if it really matters because if a student wanted to look up answers, they could just open up another tab to anywhere on the net - and with AI-this and Skynet-that, well, they might actually have better luck with asking ChatGPT.

It might be better to just use the quizzes as a learning aid and go with, "well, if they elect to cheat, then they're not doing themselves any favors".

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Linux+ v8 guide from Sybex: skips a whole objective

G'day everyone!

I bought the Sybex Wiley study guide for Linux+ v8 (XK0-006), because that's the book my students will also be using.

I was looking forward to the authors' take on a few of the new objectives, most importantly 4.5 on the responsible use of AI and LLM.

The book's preface promises that objective 4.5 is discussed in a chapter, plus the header page for that same chapter says it's in there. But no. Absolutely zero mention of AI, LLM and related topics. It's not in the index, it's not in the table of contents, not a word is breathed about the whole objective 4.5

I've submitted an erratum form to Sybex Wiley, who have "forwarded it to second line"... but it's gone dead silent since then.

I also noticed that this new version of the book no longer has Christine Bresnahan on the cover; it's now only mr Blum. I wonder why.
Hard to say - but as of last night, we know that @jasoneckert 's book is due out very soon. /r
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CompTIA SecAI+ Beta Exam

The target audience includes the following individuals:
Those with a total of 3–4 years of IT experience with approximately 2 years in a cybersecurity role and with knowledge and practical experience with AI and AI-enabled cybersecurity tools.
Job Roles include:
  • Cybersecurity Administrator
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Architect
  • Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Specialist
  • Penetration Tester
>> Assessment Questions <<
>>  Exam objectives <<

https://www.comptia.org/en/experts/become-a-subject-matter-expert/workshops/secai-beta-exam/

2025-2026 Experienced Certified Trainers needed for multiple courses

I want to apply I have CompTIA A+ certification, CompTIA network , AWS and Azure
We are always looking for quality reliable trainers who focus on student experience, completion of course, and passing of exams. Send me your resume. [email protected] Thanks Robina!

2025-2026 Experienced Certified Trainers needed for multiple courses

What is the duration of each course? What is the length of time for each class session? How do I reach you?
Duration is typically 2-4 weeks part time about 20 hours per week and each class session is 4.5 hours and you can send me your resume at [email protected]. We are always looking for quality reliable trainers who focus on student experience, completion of course, and passing of exams. Thanks Trevor!

Passed Network+!

After weeks of study and practice, I’m excited to share that I passed the CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) exam ✅.
the exam has 5 performance time-challenge questions, and a lot of other tricky MC .
Next 👉 : Cloud +!!.
I just passed mine on 9/30 and was surprised that so many questions and answers were worded with only acronyms. Fortunately, I was taught to use the full names and abbreviations when I first learned. This has continued to be good advice.

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CompTIA quiz lockout features

Question, in TestOut when a student was taking a quiz, they were not allowed to open another TestOut tab without kicking them out of the exam. I realized today that while students were taking a quiz, one student had 4 CompTIA tabs open. 1 to launch the exam, 1 to take the exam and the other 2 the student was scrolling through the curriculum, looking up answers.

Does CompTIA have the functionality to not allow them to open other CompTIA tabs while taking an exam?

New Instructor Looking for adjunct work

Be sure to check out some postings in the Job Board, as this is a very active forum where folks will post openings for instructors.
Send me your resume. I am looking for an A+ and Net+ instructor who has their MCT. Soooo, I am willing to train you. [email protected] - send it to my email. Thanks!

Passed Network+!

After weeks of study and practice, I’m excited to share that I passed the CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) exam ✅.
the exam has 5 performance time-challenge questions, and a lot of other tricky MC .
Next 👉 : Cloud +!!.
Congratulatios that is awesome!

Cloud+ renewal changes with v4?

Apologies if this has been addressed here before and I just didn't see it when searching. So... as you can see below, CompTIA's site currently states that earning Cloud+ by passing exam V3 automatically renewed A+, Network+, and Linux+, and that V4 automatically renews nothing. Not only that, but it looks like V4 provides 15 CEUs toward Network+. This was the case with V2 (and V1, I'm presuming), with it fully renewing A+ and Linux+. V3 changed it to renew all three.

Has it really reverted to just 15 CEUs for Net+ and nothing else at all with Cloud+ V4? Passing the V4 beta actually renewed all three of my lower level certs.

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