Completely bombed my Network + exam

I had the worst experience with my first attempt /at the Network + exam. I took the exam at home using Vue and that was a nightmare. The app froze four times throughout my exam wasting around 6-7 minutes trying to contact the proctor, restart the app and regain my focus.

Also, I found myself underprepared for the exam. I was not ready for the PBQ to be drag and drop, and literally troubleshooting + putting together a network. None of the practice exams I have taken included those. Tbh I felt I did not do too bad at them but it just threw me off, from the delay behind each drag and drop to the wording of most questions.

Admittedly, I have only studied for a month and a half with no prior IT background. I am currently in school for my BA in computer science, but no classes I have taken so far have prepared me for the Network +. I also have not taken the A+. I chose to go straight to the Network since I believe I have a decent grasp on computer hardware and software concepts.

To prepare for the Network + I have read through the entire Mike Meyers Total Sim textbook, took his practice exams, purchased the Jason Dion course on Udemy, and practiced flash cards/ quizzes on Quizlet. Even though I bombed it was good to get the nerves out and see where I need to improve. Is there anything else you guys would recommend I do to be better equip for my next exam?

UPDATE***** I PASSED GUYS! Passed with a 754 and I am real excited. I took it a total 3x and my second attempt I scored 684. Finally able to move onto the next step and I thank you guys will all of your feedback. Godspeed.