Sec+ today!!!

subl1m1nal

Hey all,

I'm taking my Sec+ here in a couple of hours and am doing some last minute cramming. I'll post my results here in a bit and what I used to study.

My question is, with regards to OS hardening, which is more effective, HIDS or a software firewall?

Thanks,
Subl1m1nal

subl1m1nal

May have found my answer:

Using a firewall vs. an IDS

subl1m1nal

I would have to think a firewall would be more useful for closing off ports and whatnot. HIDS only detect and alert problems. Any other thoughts?

ALfromSTL

Make sure you brush over security policies as well. Domains, access, etc. I was hit hard with that.

subl1m1nal

Will do! Bout to leave now for my test. 1 hour drive. Hopefully all goes well.

subl1m1nal

Got 855/900. No real hiccups for me. Is it me or are the CompTIA test way easier than the microsoft tests?

Study material:
Exam Cram 2008 books
Various test exams
1 amp energy drink before the test

earweed

Great score (same as I made..lol)
Congrats

As for comparing CompTIA to MS..MS is harder IMO

ALfromSTL

Good score! I passed mine but didn't score quite as high.. I even made sure I wore the same shirt and sat at the same computer as I did for the A+..

Maybe all I needed was a Red Bull