study tips

dsa1971

I'm wondering how people study for exams. I'm currently studying for A+ using Mike Meyers exam guide and am almost done reading it. I have taken notes along the way as I have read it and also used study guides here and at mcmcse.com along with going through some short practice tests. I'm probably going to start doing some longer practice tests once I finish the book. How do the rest of you prepare for exams?

Ricka182

That's pretty much how I did it as well. I also used Myers book. I also looked over each objective to make sure I understood each one, and how it could be applied in a real-life scenario, and on an exam. Lots of practice tests(used as many as I could find to avoid memorizing the answers), took a total of about 6 months to complete studies for A+.

dsa1971

I've been studying for a little over 3 weeks and I have one chapter left in the Mike Meyers book. I plan on taking the core exam either in October or early November. I have 2 trips planned in October otherwise I would definitely take it then. I would like to be A+ certified by the end of the year and then get my Network+ early next year.

Ricka182

I also used Mike Myers passprt series for A+, when I was on the road, or taveling from home, I still a good reference without a 1200 page book.

dsa1971

Ricka182 wrote:

I also used Mike Myers passprt series for A+, when I was on the road, or taveling from home, I still a good reference without a 1200 page book.

I also have the passport book. I usually read it in bed reviewing the chapter I went through in the big book.

johnnynodough

Mutiple sources will help, also a good idea to take some practice tests to gauge your knowledge. Its important to have "quality" study time. Put the kids to bed, go some place quiet and read.

Tinker around with a PC as well, the knowledge should be retained better when you practice it.

Good luck.