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CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today's core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today's digital world. It is the only industry-recognized credential with performance-based items to prove pros can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks in the moment. It is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end-point management and technical support roles. CompTIA A+ is regularly re-invented by IT experts to ensure that it validates core skills and abilities demanded in the workplace. This course may earn a Credly Badge.
Learning Objectives
In this course, you will learn to:- Install and configure mobile devices
- Compare and contrast networking hardware
- Configure internet connections and wireless networking
- Troubleshoot hardware and networks
- Install motherboards, RAM, storage devices, CPUs and add-on cards
- Deploy and configure connected devices
- Summarize cloud-computing concepts and virtualization
- Identify, install and configure Windows Operating System features
- Perform OS installations and upgrades
- Identify features and tools of macOS
- Identify features and tools of Linux OS
- Summarize security measures and protocols
- Configure SOHO network security
- Manage security settings
- Troubleshoot Windows OS problems
- Explain change-management best practices
- Implement workstation backup and recover methods
- Identify the basics of scripting
1- Installing Motherboards and Connectors
- Topic 1A: Explain Cable Types and Connectors
- Topic 1B: Install and Configure Motherboards
- Topic 1C: Explain Legacy Cable Types
2- Installing System Devices
- Topic 2A: Install and Configure Power Supplies and Cooling
- Topic 2B: Select and Install Storage Devices
- Topic 2C: Install and Configure System Memory
- Topic 2D: Install and Configure CPUs
3- Troubleshooting PC Hardware
- Topic 3A: Apply Troubleshooting Methodology
- Topic 3B: Configure BIOS/UEFI
- Topic 3C: Troubleshoot Power and Disk Issues
- Topic 3D: Troubleshoot System and Display Issues
4- Comparing Local Networking Hardware
- Topic 4A: Compare Network Types
- Topic 4B: Compare Networking Hardware
- Topic 4C: Explain Network Cable Types
- Topic 4D: Compare Wireless Networking Types
5- Configuring Network Addressing and Internet Connections
- Topic 5A: Compare Internet Connection Types
- Topic 5B: Use Basic TCP/IP Concepts
- Topic 5C: Compare Protocols and Ports
- Topic 5D: Compare Network Configuration Concepts
6- Supporting Network Services
- Topic 6A: Summarize Services Provided by Networked Hosts
- Topic 6B: Compare Internet and Embedded Appliances
- Topic 6C: Troubleshoot Networks
7- Summarizing Virtualization and Cloud Concepts
- Topic 7A: Summarize Client-Side Virtualization
- Topic 7B: Summarize Cloud Concepts
8- Supporting Mobile Devices
- Topic 8A: Set Up Mobile Devices and Peripherals
- Topic 8B: Configure Mobile Device Apps
- Topic 8C: Install and Configure Laptop Hardware
- Topic 8D: Troubleshoot Mobile Device Issues
9- Supporting Print Devices
- Topic 9A: Deploy Printer and Multifunction Devices
- Topic 9B: Replace Print Device Consumables
- Topic 9C: Troubleshoot Print Device Issues
10- Configuring Windows
- Topic 1A: Configure Windows User Settings
- Topic 1B: Configure Windows System Settings
11- Managing Windows
- Topic 2A: Use Management Consoles
- Topic 2B: Use Performance and Troubleshooting Tools
- Topic 2C: Use Command-line Tools
12- Identifying OS Types and Features
- Topic 3A: Explain OS Types
- Topic 3B: Compare Windows Editions
13- Supporting Windows
- Topic 4A: Perform OS Installations and Upgrades
- Topic 4B: Install and Configure Application
- Topic 4C: Troubleshoot Windows OS Problems
14- Managing Windows Networking
- Topic 5A: Manage Windows Networking
- Topic 5B: Troubleshoot Windows Networking
- Topic 5C: Configure Windows Security Settings
- Topic 5D: Manage Windows Shares
15- Managing Linux and macOS
- Topic 6A: Identify Features of Linux
- Topic 6B: Identify Features of macOS
16- Configuring SOHO Network Security
- Topic 7A: Explain Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
- Topic 7B: Compare Wireless Security Protocols
- Topic 7C: Configure SOHO Router Security
- Topic 7D: Summarize Security Measures
17- Managing Security Settings
- Topic 8A: Configure Workstation Security
- Topic 8B: Configure Browser Security
- Topic 8C: Troubleshoot Workstation Security Issues
18- Supporting Mobile Software
- Topic 9A: Configure Mobile OS Security
- Topic 9B: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Software
- Topic 9C: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Security
19- Using Support and Scripting Tools
- Topic 10A: Use Remote Access Technologies
- Topic 10B: Implement Backup and Recovery
- Topic 10C: Explain Data Handling Best Practices
- Topic 10D: Identify Basics of Scripting
20- Implementing Operational Procedures
- Topic 11A: Implement Best Practice Documentation
- Topic 11B: Use Proper Communication Techniques
- Topic 11C: Use Common Safety and Environmental Procedures
This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician.
This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1101 Certification Exam and the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1102 Certification Exam.
This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1101 Certification Exam and the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1102 Certification Exam.
Prerequisites
While there are no prerequisites for this course, please ensure you have the right level of experience to be successful in this training.