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Recent content by Patrick Lane

  1. Patrick Lane

    Usage of non inclusive language in SK0-005

    CompTIA has moved toward inclusive terms, as announced in a blog a couple of years ago. The term DMZ is called a perimeter network. It is important that students know they'll still see the DMZ term in the field, so you will see it mentioned. Here's the blog link: CompTIA Inclusive Technical...
  2. Patrick Lane

    What's happening with CTT+

    Hi Abby, here's what was posted on the Pearson VUE CompTIA site at https://home.pearsonvue.com/comptia. It appears it would all need to be wrapped up by March 31, 2023. CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) certification to permanently retire March 31, 2023 The CompTIA CTT+ certification...
  3. Patrick Lane

    The CompTIA CySA+ beta exam (CS1-003) will close new registrations on Nov 4, 2022

    CompTIA will close new registrations for the CySA+ beta exam (CS1-003) on Nov 4, 2022. Anyone previously registered will not be affected. Those who register before Nov 4 can continue to schedule through Jan 6, 2023. We are closing it because we have enough registrations to hit our numbers.
  4. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Too bad we can't give away gold like Bugs Bunny. Although an IT education is considered gold by many, perhaps even Yosemite Sam! ? Thank you for helping with the beta exam! That was a lot of fun.
  5. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Congratulations Patrick! You are number five! That was the last Project+ beta voucher. I will reach out on DM with the details. My best, Patrick
  6. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Yes, Admar, you are number four! I'll direct message you with details. There is one more left...
  7. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Success! Rick was the second one to receive a beta voucher! There are still three left...
  8. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Hey Lee! Yes, as Rick said - Project+ will remain "good for life" with new version. Also, I see you positioning for a free beta voucher :)! It's your lucky day, because I have 5 to give away to CIN instructor community. I'll give free beta voucher to you (stay tuned), and the remaining four to...
  9. Patrick Lane

    Powerpoint presentation for the Cloud+ course?

    Hi Rick, I just saw your message and can let you know that Bloom's verbs are used as a guide post only, mainly to ensure we're separating knowledge skills from higher level hands-on and analysis skills. I've never seen it get to the point where IT pros are arguing over what "explain" or...
  10. Patrick Lane

    New Project+?

    Hi Tess, can we please use part of your statement above as a Project+ quote? So it reads like this: "The exam is not a simple regurgitation of facts; the exam tests for a clear understanding of project management concepts." Please let me know if that's okay. If so, we'll put your name behind...
  11. Patrick Lane

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue

    Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue CompTIA Project+ gives IT professionals the basic concepts to successfully manage small- to medium-sized projects using agile or waterfall methodologies. Beta exam is available from now until April 5, 2022. Results will be...
  12. Patrick Lane

    New Project+?

    If you want to learn more about the new version of Project+, everything we can share is located in this blog. Check it out! https://www.comptia.org/blog/comptia-project-004-vs-005
  13. Patrick Lane

    CySA+ Promotional Video

    Instructors - do you think this type of intro video would be helpful for you. For example, should we create a Security+ video for launch in Nov 2020 (for next version SY0-601). Or is it too elementary to be useful for your audience?