Reddit mentions of CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 Exam Cram (5th Edition)

I used 3 books in my readings:

https://www.amazon.com/Meyers-CompTIA-Security-Certification-SY0-501/dp/126002637X/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=security%2B&qid=1564790977&s=gateway&sr=8-9

https://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Security-SY0-501-Exam-Cram/dp/0789759004/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=sy0-501&qid=1564791002&s=gateway&sr=8-8

https://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Security-SY0-501-Guide-Certification/dp/0789758997/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=sy0-501&qid=1564791002&s=gateway&sr=8-16

I have an ACM membership so I was able to access them all from their learning library. Was able to read all three books in 27 days. Did the practice tests online (mostly got between 96% - 98%). No one author is able to cover all the material. But since this is something that I really need to learn, I try to source out materials from different sources.

I usually go with the For Dummies version first to break it into my brain in a form that's understandable before I cover it using the actual text. Yes, it takes time, and not really allow you to accelerate but it helps me to actually understand what I'm supposed to learn and not just pass the test.

Like with PowerShell right now, I'm on chapter 8 of Windows PowerShell Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 3rd which approaches PowerShell programming by building games. Almost have half of it done then I'd go for Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches. Again, I'm not saying this approach is best, but it works for me to understand things better. Plus work does reimbursement for stuff I buy for the class which really helps if I need a book (an actual printed book).

I passed 501 with about 2.5 weeks of study with CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition and CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 Exam Cram. Probably 4 or 5 hours in the beginning reading to anywhere between half hour to 2 hour sections of reviewing stuff. Didn't feel ready and the test questions were way different but I knew enough about it all to pass it. Definitely doable, just put the time into reviewing stuff.