GCIA Course Materials

Hello all,
I am currently gearing up to take the GCIA. Right now I am borrowing some books from about a year ago from a friend. Firstly, I know that in SANs exams most people tend to index important parts, therefore, I know I must get the new books because of how often the material changes. Does anyone know if I can obtain ONLY the books required for passing the exam? I would prefer just to study from the books instead off paying a whopping 6,000 USD.
Any other kind of advice is very welcome!!!
-I don't want to know about how to **** on the exam
-Only honest advice please
I am currently gearing up to take the GCIA. Right now I am borrowing some books from about a year ago from a friend. Firstly, I know that in SANs exams most people tend to index important parts, therefore, I know I must get the new books because of how often the material changes. Does anyone know if I can obtain ONLY the books required for passing the exam? I would prefer just to study from the books instead off paying a whopping 6,000 USD.
Any other kind of advice is very welcome!!!
-I don't want to know about how to **** on the exam
-Only honest advice please

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E Double U Member Posts: 2,243 ■■■■■■■■■■
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ramrunner800 Member Posts: 238
Unfortunately no, there is no way to obtain the books other than taking a course through them. They offer several different ways to take the course, but to my knowledge they all cost around the same amount.Currently Studying For: GXPN -
TechGromit Member Posts: 2,156 ■■■■■■■■■□
ramrunner800 wrote: »Unfortunately no, there is no way to obtain the books other than taking a course through them.
What ever you do DON'T look for SANS books on Ebay, it's not a legal source and I'm sure you'll feel so guilty if you buy a set of books.Still searching for the corner in a round room.