Which version of the Security+ exam you take is really your choice up until the SY0-501 retires(July 31 2021), then you will have to take the SY0-601. Both of of these exams will validate your IT Security knowledge, however if you are close to ready then stick with the SY0-501 exam, but if you are going to need to study for another 6 months before you are ready then I would move over to the SY0-601 exam objective with the reassurance that 80% of your studying is relevant to the new exam objectives. I hope this helps, keep studying and good luck!!
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We recommend downloading the exam objectives and using that as a way to track your studying. However, CompTIA sells an official study guide here: www.comptia.org/training/books/security-sy0-501-study-guide Though it looks like they haven't updated it to the 601 version yet.
I passed SY0-501. Interesting to see the changes made in the objectives for SY0-601.
Congrats on passing the SYO-501! It's been awhile since CompTIA updated this exam.. definitely interesting.
i’m taking it this summer
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Hey, 501 or 601 what would you recommend.?
501 without a doubt. Significantly easier and less information needed to be known
501 would be easier
Which version of the Security+ exam you take is really your choice up until the SY0-501 retires(July 31 2021), then you will have to take the SY0-601. Both of of these exams will validate your IT Security knowledge, however if you are close to ready then stick with the SY0-501 exam, but if you are going to need to study for another 6 months before you are ready then I would move over to the SY0-601 exam objective with the reassurance that 80% of your studying is relevant to the new exam objectives. I hope this helps, keep studying and good luck!!
If you're not a big programmer or scripter are you left out in the cold for decent money??
There's definitely good-paying jobs that don't require significant programming knowledge. However, having a basic knowledge of the most popular programming languages and scripting will get you those higher paying jobs. Check out this video we recently recorded that might help answer some of your questions: th-cam.com/video/TemBSscm3b0/w-d-xo.html
How long will the 501 still be available?
It is expected to retire on July 31, 2021. If you're planning on taking the exam, good luck!
until July
someone have the study guide
We recommend downloading the exam objectives and using that as a way to track your studying. However, CompTIA sells an official study guide here: www.comptia.org/training/books/security-sy0-501-study-guide Though it looks like they haven't updated it to the 601 version yet.