Episode 1 — SY0-801 at a Glance: What Changed from Security+ 701
This episode introduces the SY0-801 version of Security+ by explaining how the exam direction moves beyond traditional baseline security topics into modern cloud operations, identity-centered security, AI-related risk, automation, and practical security operations. For exam preparation, the focus is on understanding how the draft 801 objectives organize security knowledge into decisions a practitioner must make, not just definitions to memorize. The episode frames what changed from Security+ 701, why those changes matter, and how students should treat this course as a structured foundation that will be updated when CompTIA finalizes the exam objectives. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with. And dont forget Cyberauthor.me for the companion study guide and flash cards!