(Part 2) Best products from r/wgu

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).

Check Techbargains. There are usually some great Lenovo laptops on sale (or Dell, if you want). Some are some extremely good deals. I'm an Intel guy, so I'll recommend them. AMD has some good CPU's out there, too, especially for a budget.

$500 can get a pretty decent laptop. If you need to up the road and have an extra $100, you can always upgrade to an SSD and see an increase in speed (makes a huge difference).

HP Pavilion for $459 - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CGGOZOM

Not a bad laptop at all.

Kind of depends on your background with Linux! I have around 7 years Linux experience so I was already ahead when I went into the course. uCertify didnt really help me much (It was based off of LPIC-1 course, not LX0 series, but the material is fairly similar). I used this book to study mostly, and Labsim was very helpful as well. Good luck!

I bought a book on Amazon - it was actually for an older version of the test, but I found I was better able to concentrate with a book than with the uCertify stuff.

I plowed through the book in a few days, and also found this mnemonic in the top post here and passed with a respectable score. This after not touching any materials until a couple of weeks before my test date (I do not recommend procrastinating to this level though!!).

edit: The mnemonic in that link is for the formulas - I honestly think it made the difference in whether or not I passed!! CEA/SEP

I got this same cert to get into WGU in June. I used the book studylikehermione referenced but also I watched the video series on amazon video
https://www.amazon.com/Overview/dp/B01FWP9J7W/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=instant-video&ie=UTF8&qid=1510570070&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=mta+networking+fundementals

Best of luck!!

I am starting up TPV1 tonight, just knocked out BOV1 earlier today. This will be my last cert at WGU! I've seen the following book recommended, as it apparently reads much better than the official WGU text and still adequately prepares you for the exam.

IT Project Management: On Track from Start to Finish

The best part? It's available on Books24x7, which I'm trying to figure out how to get loaded up on my Nexus 7 to make for easy viewing.

I don’t have any practical suggestions; I’d say take a look at how long you’re studying and if you begin to “check out”, get up and do something else for a bit.

Also read A Mind for Numbers (A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra) https://www.amazon.com/dp/039916524X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_43L4Bb5DTHGTY)

Best book on studying habits ever. It’s helped me a ton.

Best wishes!

I use this for work (plus an additional HDMI to DVI cable since both my work monitors are DVI): https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ECDM78E/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495686225&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

This model is slightly cheaper but is still good quality. I highly recommend using a dock as well.

Dell XPS 13 is a great computer and what I would get if I was in the market. $800-$1500 depending on specs and hard drive size

Dell XPS 13 9365 13.3" 2 in 1 Laptop FHD Touchscreen 7th Gen Intel Core i7-7Y75, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JCFLFH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Baw0AbK4BJMKE

Even if you don’t get this particular one, please get a computer with an SSD and not a spinning hard drive, you’ll be happy you did in a year.

I just passed this test on Monday. I thought the material was very good for this course. Especially the practice exam and labs from boson. I did pick up the Lammle book as well and it is great.

CCNA Routing and Switching Complete Study Guide: Exam 100-105, Exam 200-105, Exam 200-125 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1119288282/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_SO3ZAbZ38V0BX

Thank you!! If you don't mind my asking, if you're working a full-time job, how much time have you been allocating for the program, and in how many months are you projected to finish?

Also, do you have any tips on how I can best prepare before entering the program? I'm considering reading the Elements of Statistics during commute instead of the usual ones I read and brush up on my linear algebra to prepare.

https://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-Dynadock-Docking-Station-PA3927U1PRP/dp/B006ZGWJU2

looks like it connects with 1 usb 3.0 cable and can run dual monitors. this way you don't have to use a cloud save between laptop/desktop. if you feel like studying at the library you just unplug and roll out.

I think Business - IT Management is the closest thing WGU has to offer, though you may want to supplement your education by learning Systems Analysis.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1305494601/ This is a pretty good book on Systems Analysis and Design.

I'm not in the course, but I searched google and found this link
https://www.reddit.com/r/WGU/comments/9s3kjn/just_passed_the_c191_operating_systems_course/

and it recommends this book
https://www.amazon.com/Operating-Concepts-Essentials-Abraham-Silberschatz/dp/1118804929/


I know you siad you wanted a book, but this thread says the course book was really boring
https://www.reddit.com/r/WGU/comments/5nsl6n/c191_help/


and they found this free udacity course very helpful
https://www.udacity.com/course/ud923

other people recommend these vidoes
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLacuG5pysFbDQU8kKxbUh4K5c1iL5_k7k

I ended up getting these. Very similar shape and size, but ceramic. Hubby thought they were cute, too, which surprised me.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KION8T8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

No it's not. But I found a used copy of it on Amazon for like $13 plus shipping. Big classes like this I like to have physical copies. Looks like there are still a lot for sale for that price: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/007811084X

The videos were not enough for me, but I had no experience in IT at all. I mean none.

This book: https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Windows-Networking-Essentials-Darril/dp/1118016858
was awesome.

I also found a free pdf of this: https://www.amazon.com/Exam-98-366-MTA-Networking-Fundamentals/dp/0470901837/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=P2AWDNSQRGY190FK14N5

When I signed up for the exam I payed for access to the practice tests and between those three resources and a lot of studying I passed with an 86.

I am in the middle of taking KET1 right now. I already completed BOV1 but still need CUV1. I actually wish I had taken CUV1 first. KET1 along with KFT1 are the two hardest programming classes you will take and should be left to the end. Consider it more of an intro into advanced programming where as the others are basic programming.

Also a bit of advice on Java, the supplied eBook is worthless. This one will help you much more..

http://www.amazon.com/Programmers-Edition-Deitel-Developer-Series/dp/0132821540/ref=dp_ob_title_bk

Also watch the lynda videos on Java essentials. You can get them from your WGU log in. Go to Resources>Library>Lynda.com Video Library>Software>Java

Looks like they have an [order form] (https://alumni.wgu.edu/s/1110/images/editor_documents/diploma_order_form_102615.pdf) for those that you have to fill out and mail in. You could also order a [generic one like this] (https://www.amazon.com/GraduationForYou-Imprinted-Diploma-Graduation-Certificate/dp/B017SKUUOU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1527638603&sr=8-4&keywords=padded%2Bdiploma%2Bcover&th=1) from Amazon.

This seems like a cheap option

https://www.amazon.com/Akyta-Streaming-Recording-Computer-Rotatable/dp/B07QP6G5JV