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Raves from satisfied customers of the CompTIA Videos Series....

• I would like to thank you for making such high quality videos. I am your true fan now. I have a great job which is a direct result of your videos. I learned more through your videos than I did in the 4 years I spent getting my degree in information systems. I am certified in MCSE NT4.0, MCSE 2000, A+ and network plus. I never even picked up a book, I gained the certifications right from the knowledge that came from your videos. I've gained not only the certification but also very good knowledge due to the manner in which you and your A+ instructor teach in those videos. I feel confident enough to walk into any interview and blow them away with my knowledge. I want to also thank you for making such a high quality education for such a reasonable amount. I wish I can meet you in person and shake your hand for helping me with my career. Once again a sincere thanks and please continue to make your videos.

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  Ankur Rawat

• I began my quest for an IT degree / certifications at a local college 10 years ago... then I became pregnant and had to drop out. Now, four children later, I'm a full-time network admin trying to pick up where I left off on my certifications and IT degree. I surfed the web looking for something I could study while changing diapers, cooking dinner, etc...something visual, and something that would keep me awake at 1:00 a.m. The CBT videos seemed to be the best solution...it was the best money I ever spent on study materials - or college instruction. I enjoy the video format because I can "rewind" and go over the same information many times until I understand a concept. You can't do that in a classroom setting. There is absolutely NO WAY that I could have passed the A+ certification test if it had not been for the videos. I've joined the ranks of the A+ certified technicians and it feels WONDERFUL to be here. I recommend this product to anyone pursuing IT certifications, especially those who are majorly pressed for time, like me.

  Karen

  
  

• Dan--
  
  "Lectures make one numb at both ends." --Mark Twain
  
  Thankfully, I've not succumbed to this malaise, even during extended CBT Nuggets sessions. I'd just like to thank you for presenting material in a unique and informative way. For 14 years, I was a Master Automobile Technician, and the last 3 years have been a struggle to make a career change into the computer field. For me, cars were the hobby growing up, and now, 14 years later, my hobby with PCs has incited a professional interest as well. Currently, I'm A+ and Network+, and days away from the 70-210 exam. I've watched most of the 70-210 and 215, as well as other Nuggets in the 2000 MCSE track, and feel confident in my pursuance.
  
  However, the reason I'm writing this, is the interest in educating. For me, as my 'other' career matured, it also stagnated, and my only reward was from mentoring apprentice programs. There's nothing quite like fixing technical problems, agreed, but to see the lightbulb turn on in someone is a real joy. This is the quality of instruction I've seen in your videos, and for that I'd like to thank you. My focus originally was to enter the IT field and prosper, but lately, I'd rather see myself, in the future, as an MCT -- to see that light again. Thanks for reminding me ;)
  
  Sincerely,
  Chris Fortunato

  
  

• I just finished the CBTs for Net+. I just wanted to tell you how much they helped. I have been a tech for almost 2 years. I work with everything from PCs to LANs, switches, etc. The only industry certification I had was my A+. You kept my undivided attention from the first lesson to the last. You obviously know what you're talking about. The analogies you used really helped the concepts relate to something I could grasp. I felt like I was sitting in the classroom with you the entire time. I almost started to raise my hand a couple times! Anyways, thank you for putting together such a complete course. You covered absolutely everything I needed to know for the exam. I took the Net+ exam last Friday and passed with an 850! Thanks for all your help.
• OMG !!! I recieved the free video today. I've watched 2 of them so far. I cannot believe the info on this CD. I have my certification for the A+ and I was in a classroom for that and did not get the kind of teaching that is coming out of your videos. I am going for the Network+ exam next. I will definatley be ordering videos from your company in the near future... I'm so happy with these videos I recieved from you I guarantee I will be ordering from you as soon as I watch these. Thank you soo much. I've been all over the net and paid 3200.00 for the A+ training and I was getting ready to take another course at New Horizons, another 1500.00. I will from here on out get all my training from your company. I have been all over the net and I have not found prices even close to yours. Thank you
• I am a big fan of CBT Nuggets. I currently own the A+, Network+ and the MCSE 2000 Package...I love the videos and see no reason to look at another company ... I tried Smart Certify as well as others and not one of those companies could help me to understand the material as clear as the CBT Nuggets videos. Thanks a million for CBT Nuggets.
• I cannot begin to tell you how much I love your products. I am an instructor for the ITT Technical Institute in Florida. I started using your A+ and MCSE videos to help students that were struggling or have missed class, and needed to make up missed lecture time. The more and more I showed your videos the more and more students wanted to see them. I started using them in my A+ class for my two hours of lecture. Monday, March 25, the whole class asked if they could stay another 45 minutes to watch another video. I am very impressed with your product.
• I just wanted to say thank you so much for the help my wife and I have received through watching the CBT Nuggets videos. I have just purchased the MCSE bundle and am also currently studying my MCSE on line through Smartforce. The Smartforce curriculum is good but to many things remain un-explained and I find myself with many questions! I am enjoying the study but the constant reading of computer screens with no personal interaction does become tiresome and mundane. But watching your videos it feels far more personable and the way you explain things especially through analogies is just brilliant and I learn and retain much more. My wife purchased the A+ CBT Nuggets to help her with her studies and just last week sat the hardware exam and got a perfect score! She is currently going through the OS A+ nuggets and is loving it. I'm sure she will do equally as well when she sits the OS exam. Keep up the good work.
• Allow me to say thank you for the wonderful products that you create. I really am getting much more clarity from the training CD's from you than any other company. I really love the fact that I feel like I am in a classroom with your whiteboard idea. The illustrations are beautiful. I have A+, Network+, and CCNA. I am watching them regularly to assimilate the information. Having gone thru classroom training I can say that you cover the material well. I am impressed with all of your instructors. I love the idea of having a chance to watch a lesson in advance is awesome. And the fact that we get to view a lesson for the full 20 to 30 minutes is greatly appreciated.
• I just want to say your product is by far the best I have worked with. I have attended classes, self studied out of books, used Learkey and Keystone products and none of them hold a candle to your product. I recommend your product to everyone I know in the IT field.
• I am just dropping you a line to say Thank You! I had purchased the A+ and Network+ package from CBT Nuggets about three weeks ago. I needed to have my A+ Certification for work. So I thought I might as well go for the Network+ also. Anyways, I took both exams for the A+ this morning and I passed. I am now an A+ Certified Technician. Thank You to yourself and the rest of you at CBT Nuggets. You put together a great set of learning tools and I am looking forward to watching the Network+. Keep up The Good Work!
• I recently purchased the Network+ exam set from CBT Nuggets. What a great purchase! I bought them to aid me with my degree at night...one of the classes is networking and thanks to your excellent videos, I am always
  one step ahead of the lecturer...(Chris is) the best network guy I know. Thanks again for the help.
  
• Just a quick message to say thanks for the excellent training in the CompTIA series of training videos. The content and your training manner (including humor) is awesome. I have purchased all of the CompTIA training nuggets, and am 110% satisfied with them, but proof is in the pudding as they say. I have sat the 2 A+ exams and the Network + exam and absolutely breezed through them. I would highly recommend the CBT Nuggets for IT training to anyone in my opinion they are "The Best" by far. I got a new job I would not have gotten without the CBT Nuggets training. Keep up the excellent work.
• I just wanted to pass along my sincere thanks! I just completed my A+ Certification and your videos were a huge part of my preparation. I began preparing for this certification with a lingering hint of doubt as to whether I could pull it off without formal classroom instruction, but thanks to the videos and just a little supplemental reading I was able to go into the A+ exams with confidence and successfully pass both. I am currently trying to decide between starting on a Microsoft track or first pursuing further CompTIA certification (Network+, Server+), but one thing I know for sure is that you guys at CBT Nuggets will again be part of my preparation! Thanks again!
• I would just like to thank you and your company for the wonderful job that they did. I passed the CompTIA A+ and received my cert on March 29th. It wouldn't have been nearly as easy without your wonderful CBT training. My work has purchased many of your fine products and I will have much studying to do over the next few months.
• I just ordered the CCNA and Win XP (70-270) CBTs even though I was already Network+, CCNA, and CCDA certified. The Network+ CBT was better then the actual class I took. I got ripped off from the school! So, I'm even more excited to go over my CCNA CBT. It should be here tommorrow. If I pass my second A+ exam later this month, I'm debating to go for my CCNP (with CBT Nuggets of course) or do the 70-270 for MCSA since I will have two CompTIA certs. Thanks!
• I would be remiss if I did not let you know that this is the best training that I have seen. I have previewed the A+, Network+, and Server+ CDs. I also bought the Linux+ series and the Windows 2000 package. The prices of most of the other products are practically out of reach; their content is not nearly as complete and accurate. Your videos are totally outstanding. Please continue to provide "the best quality and the best price". Your commitment to that end is evident in the product. I am a die-hard convert.
• I've completed all but the last video on CD 1 of 2 (Network+ series) and they've been great. My hunch that they would be promising was confirmed this weekend. It really helps to "see" how different devices are connected and how the communications takes place in a step by step analysis. I've had very little "hands-on" experience and these videos are very helpful for visualization. Thanks for a job well done!
• I have used Learnkey videos in the past, once I had a chance to preview yours I dont think I will be going back to Learnkey.....great job!
• I took the exam today and passed with flying colors. In only a week I felt prepared to take the exam. Wow!!! That is what I call effective teaching. I just wanted to share my testimony on how effective CBT Nuggets videos truly are.
  
• I recently purchased the A+/Network+ series of videos. I have enjoyed the presentation of the information very well. Your mixture of whiteboard, desktop, and photos (especially the photos) has been very educational and kept my attention better than I had anticipated. You've been doing a great job on the videos. Please keep up the good work.
• I recently purchased your A+ and Net+ combo package. I also recently passed the two CompTIA exams. I have taken classes on both topics and have read books on both topics, but your CBT nugget CD's were a great supplement to my knowledge. There were some areas that you greatly cleared up...well worth the price! I am looking forward to purchasing and viewing the MSCE series. Your CBT nuggets are a great supplement to learning!
• I used the CBT Nuggets A+ course material as well as an early version of the CBT NT4.0 training CDs, and have been favorably impressed with the information content. I also value the convenience of the short 1/2 hour presentations which make it practical to study on a busy schedule.
• I bought these even though I am already A+ Certified and have learned MORE! You are a real artist as well and it has been a pleasure to learn and "have fun". I am so glad I got the Network+ series as well, looking forward to learning more.
• I really love your videos. They are very helpful in explaining key concepts that are needed for passing and getting through with the exam.
• Network+ was excellent, very thorough. I hope you guys keep adding to and enhancing the Nugget Lab, it has awesome potential. Thanks alot for a great service.
• I recently purchased your A+ series videos and was very impressed, so much so that I decided to add myself to your mailing list so that I could order the Net+ series when it became available.
• I recently purchased the net+ cbt - it is amazing! So much easier tham my book for class. I just recently became a+ certified and that was a big accomplishiment considering I have cerebral palsy. I'm taking my net+ on June 20th, then I'm going for a two year degree in network administration and my mcse. Thanks Again.
• We purchased the A+/Network+ combo and the MCSE course and love the videos! Excellent work.
• I enjoyed viewing the CBT Nuggets A+ CD-ROMs. I think they are excellent. I purchased the A+ Pack in December, and the Net+ today!
• Love that Network+ cd set that I bought from CBT Nuggets...
• I was able to order the Win 2K MCSE, the Excel, and the PowerPoint videos today. I have previously purchased the A+ and the Nework+ videos, and really loved them!
• I just recently received the A+ and Net+ combo, very impressive! I like your instructional videos very much, they are helping my A+ and Network+ preparation tremendously.
• I must also say, sometimes I wonder how I ever got certifications without your help. You are definitely a gifted individual that has an expert knowledge of this stuff and a special ability to make the "Technical" seem "English" to people like myself.
• I've received the Security + training from CBT Nuggets, and would like to say that the training material has been great!
• I liked the training package very much! Very well done Chris! Good information! I am currently working on CCNA.
• I checked out the free videos section and I truly enjoyed your delivery of the intrusion detection. It's the best I've seen so far.
• I feel that I already know you. I started viewing your A+ OS class last night and already learned a great deal of information... Thanks and keep up the great work, I look forward to learning more from you!
• Just a quick line to say thanks. I ordered your A+/N+ videos 2 weeks ago I was amazed they only took 48 hours to arrive as in live in London, England. This morning I took & passed both A+ exams & found a lot of the answers were in the videos. Just call me Mr. A+!!!!!
• The new Security+ Nuggets are great, just got my copy today.
• I am partially through your A+ training videos and they are hands down the best I have ever seen.
• I just wanted to thank you. I passed the Network + exam after viewing your CBT. ...U da man!!! Thanks!!! ...You make learning both interesting and fun which is truly a gift that many lack. Keep up the great work.
• I have previously purchased the MCSE 2000 series and the Network+ series and I find myself continuously going back to them to refresh my knowledge.
• Wanted to let you know that I just passed the Security+ exam. Your videos were again, on top! Great product...EXCELLENT + VIDEOS. Keep making more.
• I have to truly say, that I have enjoyed your product thoroughly… I have already obtained the certification of Security+, however, I found myself actually learning new things from your CBT.
• Your videos are wonderful. You have a gift for simplification! I have earned all three designations. Thanks for the help you provided in passing the A+ and Network+!
• I have bought a few series from you & they are great (A+ & Network + combo, plus MCSA). I have recently passed my CCNA & found those videos to be great too.
• First let me say you have the BEST PRODUCTS. I wish I could afford to buy them all. :-) I currently have NT 4.0, 2000 MCSE, MCSA, LINUX +, CISCO CCNA, and just recently SECURITY + . As soon as you finish the CCNP/CCIE and the RED HAT and the CISSP and let's not forget 2003 I will purchase those as well, because your instructors are the BEST!! It's just like your sitting in the classroom, but without the thousands of $ of expense. I thought it couldn't get any better and then guys come up with supplemental questions YOU GUYS ARE THE GREATEST!!
• I recently purchased the Comptia Security + CD Series from you and I have been watching it today and I have to say that I am quite impressed with the product. I have viewed other products of this nature and to tell you the truth "They Sucked Big Time" and I will tell you that they went by the name of KeyStone Learning Systems. Boooring!
• I am enjoying your security+ CBT......I have already watched learnkey's.........iv'e only finished your first CD, and without a doubt yours is much superior........thank you very much for taking the time to teach us mortals these concepts.
• I wanted to write again and just express my feeling towards your CBT Nuggets videos… Being an individual with a learning difference, these videos make the technical concepts much easier to understand and to comprehend. The MCSE,CCNA and now Security + videos I've used were extremely beneficial to me. They have made a world of difference in understanding the key concepts to be successful with these IT exams. I know for a fact that without your products or your organizations products, learning these concepts would be next to impossible in a timely manner. You've helped me out a lot.
• Good stuff! Security is becoming so important these days. It is really good to have CBT Nuggets in your back pocket to get up to speed quickly.
• Your video courseware is Amazing! It's actually better than a class as it provides the best one on one learning I have ever experienced. Thanks and keep them coming!
• CBT Nuggets was a revolution in my life and I am one of those lucky people who are carrying most certifications from CompTIA and Microsoft.
  This is all because of the best training ever available in my life from CBT Nuggets. I learned a lot from CBT Nugget CD's. It feels like everything is real and perfect.
• Hi Chris, You are my role model in my career. I am from Liberia on the West Coast of Africa. As per my status, I am a Microsoft Certified Professional and have been trained in CompTIA A+ and Network+ plus Windows 2000 Professional and Server Administration and Configuration. I also got training in managing a Microsoft Win2K network environment. Mr. Rees, I have been a regular listener of your Network+ CBT and it has made me a lead in my career in my nation. Thanks a million. I am very grateful to you for your own role in my uplift. You are well commended Chris!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
• Just wanted to let you know what an incredible instructor you are. I've purchased the CBT Nuggests A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Linux+ videos from CBT Nuggest. I've watched the A+ and Network+, and what you covered, fully prepared me to take the CompTIA certifications. I've passed the A+ and in the process of studing for the Network+, and will pursue other CompTIA certifications. Thanks and keep up the great work.
• I've been a very happy and satisfied customer of yours for a few years now and truly enjoy your products. Again, I thank you for your cooperation in resolving this issue and for providing the IT community with a wonderful product line of IT training videos.
• I just want to say that you are the man! Your nuggets are the greatest and the best! You make getting certified not only easy, but also enjoyable! I raise my glass to you Mr CD Rees! Thanks for everything!!
• My work bought me the Learn Key training package: A+ - MCSE. I am studying like a mad man on A+ and I enjoy the learning, but watching your demo was just better...By the way, I watched the free electricity video. You made that lesson crystal clear!
• I just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how much I enjoyed theCBT Nuggets A+ certification videos. I recently lost my job as a breadman after 18 years (company was bought then shut down). I've been working with computers for years, ever since my old Commodore64. I figured if I had to start my career all over again it might as well be
  something I really enjoy!. I just passed my A+ exam and I'm looking for an entry level job.( I'm also watching the Network+ videos). The videos have been great, thanks for the help.
• I love your stuff...nothing like short 30 minutes of teaching beats hours of boring stuff! Keep up the great work! CBT Nuggets rocks!...I wouldn't brag about CBT Nuggets unless I have seen your materials; they are very, very good!
• Im doing a course at NZSE which is in New Zealand and I am studing Level 5 Certificate Computer Technician Course CompTia A+, i am currently studing using your video tutoring on the CompTia A+ 2005 Videos on CBT Nuggets, I am finding your Videos very interesting and I would like to thank you, as you have a really good way of explaining computer terms and how it all works, how you teach is very good, im picking it up fast, thanks for your expert advice, on cool websites you recommend and anything else useful you have to say. Keep up the good work.
  p.s Talking of rewarding as you have been going on about in the bio video, heres a rewarding thing, a happy Student saying your excellent at what you do :)