Note Taking in Cybersecurity

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Like many of us, I’m trying to get into cybersecurity. After nearly 20 years of classroom education and continuing education, I’ve learned a lot about note-taking, studying, and retention. This article will cover paper versus digital notes, what to look for in a note-taking app, app organization, and note structure.

Before we begin, check out my cybersecurity journey:

My 3 Month Journey into Cybersecurity

Paper versus Digital:

Paper Pros:

• Customizable
• Better retention
• No distractions
• Cheap

Paper Cons:

• Need to have the notebook(s)
• Unrecoverable
• Time consuming

Digital Pros:

• Free software
• Easily access old notes
• Backups
• Add outside resources
• Easy to share

Digital Cons:

• Purchase device