Akamai Cloud Computing Foundations exam-day guide
Akamai Cloud Computing Foundations · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID you used at registration. Accepted ID forms and name-match rules vary; confirm with the provider before exam day.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have your confirmation email or registration number ready, including the start time and correct time zone.
Login credentials and MFA
Verify your username, password, and any multi-factor authentication method before exam day. Do not rely on browser autofill.
Stable internet connection
Use a wired connection or reliable Wi-Fi, and prepare a backup hotspot if possible. Run the provider’s system or connectivity check in advance.
Supported computer with webcam and microphone
Use a supported browser and device, and close unnecessary applications. Confirm any proctoring software or device requirements with the provider.
Quiet, well-lit testing room
Choose a private space with minimal interruptions and clear the desk of unauthorized materials.
Power adapter and charger
Fully charge your device and keep the charger connected during the exam.
Scratch paper, whiteboard, or notes policy
Confirm whether any scratch paper, whiteboard, or notes are allowed. Use only materials explicitly approved by the provider.
Backup plan
Know how to reach provider support and have a secondary internet or device option if your primary setup fails.
Water and comfort items
Use the restroom before starting and keep only permitted items nearby. Confirm drink and break policies with the provider.
Exam logistics details
Know the exam duration, number of questions, and scoring or passing requirements. Confirm these details with the provider if they are not in your registration materials.
Phone and notifications silenced
Silence your phone and disable notifications unless the proctor instructs otherwise. Keep unauthorized devices away from your testing area.
Plan the day
Confirm your registration, ID requirements, and technical setup with the provider. Take a practice assessment if available, review your weakest topic areas, and protect sleep. Avoid last-minute changes to your testing environment.
Run a full system and login check, test your webcam and microphone, prepare your room, charge devices, and gather your ID and confirmation details. Confirm the start time and time zone, then stop intensive cramming and rest.
Eat, hydrate, and log in 15–30 minutes early or as instructed. Close background applications, keep your ID ready, silence your phone, and complete any identity or proctoring checks without rushing.
Read the instructions carefully, pace yourself by the number of questions, and answer easier questions first. Flag uncertain items and return to them if the platform allows review. Watch the clock, confirm submitted answers, and follow all proctor directions.
Rules to check
Use the original government-issued photo ID that matches your registration. Confirm accepted ID forms and name-match rules with the provider.
Do not use unauthorized materials, devices, or assistance. Follow every proctor instruction, and confirm the scratch-paper and notes policy with the provider.
Breaks may be scheduled, unscheduled, or prohibited depending on the delivery format. Confirm the break policy and whether break time counts against your exam time with the provider.
Scoring, passing thresholds, and question weighting are set by the provider. Review the official scoring policy and do not assume a particular pass mark.
Technical problems should be reported to the proctor or provider support immediately. Ask the provider how interruptions, rescheduling, or retakes are handled.
Log in early and follow the provider’s late-entry policy. If you arrive late or lose connection, contact support rather than attempting unauthorized workarounds.
Maintain academic integrity: do not share, record, or copy exam content, and do not communicate with others about live exam questions.
Read all exam instructions before starting. Confirm any policy you are unsure about-such as breaks, materials, or scoring-directly with the provider rather than guessing.