Fortinet exam questions are known for being highly scenario-driven, especially in certifications like NSE 4, NSE 5, and the newer FCP tracks. Many candidates find the exams challenging because questions often test real firewall configurations, security policies, and troubleshooting decisions rather than simple definitions.

Reading documentation is important, but it doesnt always prepare you for how Fortinet frames its exam questions. What really helps is practising questions that mirror real exam scenarios, so you learn how to interpret logs, policies, and security requirements correctly. I combined official Fortinet training with practice questions from Cert Empire, mainly to get comfortable with the question style and understand why certain configuration choices were correct. The explanations were useful for clearing up confusion around firewall rules and security profiles.

If youre preparing for a Fortinet certification, focus on scenario-based practice and review your mistakes carefully. That approach makes a noticeable difference on exam day.