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Certmaster Learn or Certmaster Perform?

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.

Linux Book

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.
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Linux+ Train the Trainer session 2025-09-09

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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