Join the community
Access to the Practice Exam comes through the Cyber Community on Skool.
Free · 8,000+ members · beginner resources
/ free practice exams
Free IT exam practice
Get set up in three quick steps, then practice real certification questions — Security+, CySA+, CCNA and more.
app.cyber-range.io
/ getting started
Start in 3 steps
From joining to your first practice question — a few simple steps.
Get your account
Receive your free Microsoft student account by email.
Start practicing
Log into the Practice Exam and begin your first exam.
/ detailed steps
A closer look at each step
Exactly what you'll see — and what to do
step 01 · join
One form to get started
Join the free Cyber Community on Skool. Answer two short questions and enter your email — that's it.
Note: use this same email address in Step 02 to receive your Microsoft account credentials.
step 02 · credentials
Your credentials, by email
Enter the email you used in Step 01 on the credentials page and click Submit. Your Microsoft student account details arrive within minutes.
step 03 · sign in
Sign in with Microsoft
Go to the platform and sign in with the Microsoft account you received by email in Step 02. Practice exams, career roadmap, and progress tracking are all inside.
step 04 · start practicing
Let's start
You're in. Select a certification, pick a domain, and start answering. The Practice Exam guides you from your first question.
/ live preview · Security+
Cyber Range
Career Roadmap Exam Practice Resume Checker (ATS) Leaderboard Profile
Sign out A company wants to secure web traffic passing through its internet gateway and ensure users connect to websites using encrypted communication. Which protocol should be implemented on the gateway?
FTP
Telnet
SNMPv1
HTTPS
Correct! +10 XP
4.0 · Implementation of secure protocols: Gateway
Definition
Configuring gateway devices — proxies, firewalls, web filters — to use encrypted, authenticated communications reduces interception, tampering, and credential theft.
/ inside the Practice Exam
Built for steady progress
Six features designed to help you study calmly and consistently — not to overwhelm you.
Six certification paths
Security+, CySA+, CCNA, ITIL Foundation, AZ-900, SC-200 — with more added each quarter.
Answers that actually teach
Every question explains why wrong answers are wrong — with real-world examples tied to the exact exam objective.
Smart repetition
Questions you get wrong come back more often. Questions you've mastered fade out. The deck adapts to you.
Performance-based questions
Drag-and-drop and scenario-based questions — the same format as the real exam. Not just multiple choice.
Deck mastery & leaderboard
Track your mastery percentage per certification. See how you rank against other community members.
Free with community access
Every exam, every PBQ, every feature — included with your free Cyber Community membership.
/ how to use the Practice Exam
How to use the Practice Exam
Read through the steps or watch the walkthrough.
Read through
How do I access the Practice Exam?
After joining the Cyber Community and receiving your Microsoft student credentials, go to app.cyber-range.io and click 'Sign in with Microsoft.' The exam is accessible from the Exam Practice tab in the navigation.
What certifications are available?
Security+, CySA+, CCNA, ITIL Foundation, AZ-900, and SC-200 — with new certification paths added each quarter. You can switch between tracks at any time.
How does the exam simulation work?
Each certification has a deck of practice questions tied to the official exam objectives. You answer one question at a time, and the app explains why each answer is correct or incorrect — including a real-world example. Questions you get wrong come back more often until you master them.
Can I track my progress?
Yes. Your dashboard shows deck mastery percentage per certification, earned badges, and a leaderboard showing how you rank against other community members.
Watch the walkthrough
/ frequently asked
Common questions
Short, calm answers to the things people ask before joining.
What is the Cyber Community?
The Cyber Community is a free group on Skool, run by Josh Madakor, with 8,000+ members. It gives you access to the Practice Exam, beginner cybersecurity courses, a community feed, and weekly calls. Think of it as the starting point — and if you later want hands-on experience with real enterprise tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Defender, that's what the paid Cyber Range is for.
Is this really free?
Yes — the Practice Exam is included with your free Cyber Community membership. No credit card, no trial period. The Cyber Community is free forever; a separate paid membership called Cyber Range exists for those who want hands-on enterprise lab experience.
Do I need any technical experience to start?
None at all. The platform is designed for beginners. If you can use a browser, you can start practicing today.
Why do I need a Microsoft account?
The Practice Exam uses Microsoft authentication. Your student account is created automatically when you join — you don't need an existing Microsoft account.
What certifications can I practice for?
Security+, CySA+, CCNA, ITIL Foundation, AZ-900, SC-200, and more. New certification paths are added each quarter.
Is my data safe?
Your activity is stored securely through Microsoft infrastructure. You can delete your data from your profile at any time.
Ready to start?
Join the community →Free forever · No credit card · Microsoft student account included