Security+ Certification


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Certification Exams

CompTIA's Security+ certification exam covers the foundations of information security. The exam is targeted at professionals with at least 2 years of networking experience and thorough knowledge of TCP/IP.

The test covers a breadth of security knowledge not confined to any specific vendor. The CompTIA Security+ certification exam was last updated in December of 2002.

The Security+ exam tests ad demonstrates that you have the aptitude and ability to master these five domain areas:

  • General Security Concepts (30%)
  • Communications Security (20%)
  • Infrastructure Security (20%)
  • Basics of Cryptography (15%)
  • Operational/Organizational Security (15%)

Security+ Preparation Materials

Course Technology currently offers the following materials to prepare individuals to pass the certified Security+ exam:

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Register for an exam at the Prometric Web site, or call 1-800-755-EXAM