CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002)

(pearson-220-1001-220-1002-cert-complete)/ISBN:978-1-64459-130-7

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Prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exams using the CompTIA A+ study guide. The CompTIA A+ training course comes with labs that are versatile and delivers hands-on experience, replacing expensive physical labs. The CompTIA A+ certification course comprehensively covers the A+ 1001 and 1002 exam objectives and provides expertise in the areas such as installing and configuring operating systems, and network and software troubleshooting.

Here's what you will get

To become CompTIA A+ certified, candidates need to pass the 220-1001 and 220-1002 certification exams. The CompTIA A+ 220-1001 exam mainly focuses on hardware, networking, mobile devices, and network troubleshooting. The CompTIA A+ 220-1002 exam covers Windows operating systems, other operating systems, and technologies; security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.

Lessons

10+ Lessons | 7+ Exercises | 251+ Quizzes | 546+ Flashcards | 548+ Glossary of terms

TestPrep

180+ Pre Assessment Questions | 5+ Full Length Tests | 180+ Post Assessment Questions | 539+ Practice Test Questions

Hand on lab

132+ LiveLab | 125+ Video tutorials | 03:33+ Hours

Video Lessons

13+ Videos | 02:02+ Hours

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Lessons 1: Introduction

  • Goals and Methods
  • How the course Is Organized
  • What’s New?
  • Who Should Read This course?
  • Strategies for Exam Preparation

Lessons 2: Mobile Devices

  • Install and Configure Laptop Hardware and Components
  • Install Components Within the Display of a Laptop
  • Use Appropriate Laptop Features
  • Characteristics of Other Mobile Devices
  • Accessories and Ports Used by Other Mobile Devices
  • Basic Mobile Device Network Connectivity and Application Support
  • Methods to Perform Mobile Device Synchronization
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 3: Networking

  • TCP and UDP Ports, Protocols, and Their Purposes
  • Networking Hardware Devices
  • Install and Configure a Basic Wired/Wireless SOHO Network
  • Compare and Contrast Wireless Networking Protocols
  • Summarize the Properties and Purposes of Services Provided by Networked Hosts
  • Network Configuration Concepts
  • Internet Connection Types, Network Types, and Their Features
  • Using Networking Tools
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 4: Hardware

  • Basic Cable Types
  • Common Connectors
  • Installing RAM Types
  • Installing Storage Devices
  • Installing Motherboards, CPUs, and Add-on Cards
  • Peripheral Types
  • Power Supplies
  • Custom Components
  • Common Devices
  • SOHO Multifunction Devices
  • Print Technologies
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 5: Virtualization and Cloud Computing

  • Common Cloud Models
  • Client-Side Virtualization Overview
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Question

Lessons 6: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting Methodology
  • Troubleshooting Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and Power Issues
  • Recommended Tools
  • Troubleshooting Hard Drives and RAID Arrays
  • Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues
  • Mobile Device Troubleshooting
  • Printer Troubleshooting
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 7: Operating Systems

  • Common Operating Systems
  • Microsoft Windows Versions
  • OS Installation and Upgrade Methods
  • Command Line Tools
  • Operating System Features and Tools
  • Control Panel Utilities
  • Summary of Installation and Configuration Concepts
  • Networking Microsoft Windows
  • macOS and Linux
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 8: Security

  • Physical Security Measures
  • Logical Security Concepts
  • Wireless Security Protocols and Authentication
  • Malware Removal and Prevention
  • Social Engineering Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Microsoft Windows OS Security Settings
  • Security Best Practices to Secure a Workstation
  • Securing Mobile Devices
  • Data Destruction and Disposal
  • Configuring Security on SOHO Networks
  • Review All the Key Topics

Lessons 9: Software Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows OS Problems
  • Troubleshooting PC Security Issues
  • Best Practice Procedure for Malware Removal
  • Troubleshoot Mobile OS and Application Issues
  • Troubleshoot Mobile OS and Application Security Issues
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Lessons 10: Operational Procedures

  • Best Practices and Documentation
  • Change Management
  • Disaster Prevention and Recovery
  • Explain Common Safety Procedures
  • Environmental Impacts and Appropriate Controls
  • Addressing Prohibited Content or Activity
  • Communication Techniques and Professionalism
  • Scripting Basics
  • Remote Access Technologies
  • Review All the Key Topics
  • Review Questions

Hands-on LAB Activities

Mobile Devices

  • Installing Laptop Components
  • Configuring the Screen Resolution Setting
  • Changing the Resolution Setting
  • Configuring a Power Plan
  • Viewing the iOS Version of an iPhone
  • Setting Up a VPN in Android
  • Removing an Account in Android
  • Configuring an Email in Android
  • Turning on Airplane Mode of an iPhone

Networking

  • Configuring an IPv4 address
  • Configuring an IPv6 address
  • Installing a DHCP Server
  • Assigning Different Classes of IP Address
  • Scanning using Wireshark
  • Configuring VLANs
  • Configuring a Router
  • Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
  • Examining an Intrusion Detection Policy
  • Configuring SSH in a Router
  • Connecting Systems to the Internet Through a Firewall Router
  • Connecting a Router to the Laptop
  • Connecting a Workstation to the LAN and Configuring IPv4 Properties

Hardware

  • Connecting the Cable Modem to Access Internet
  • Connecting a USB Printer to a Computer
  • Connecting the Hub with Different Devices Using USB Cables
  • Enabling a Device Driver
  • Disabling a Device Driver
  • Setting Up a Boot Device Priority
  • Accessing BIOS Setup in Windows 10
  • Viewing the Processor Information
  • Verifying RAM Usage
  • Installing Memory Modules
  • Creating a Swap Partition
  • Connecting the Motherboard to the Internal Hard Drive
  • Inserting a CD on a Laptop
  • Copying Files to a Disc Using File Explorer
  • Inserting a Pen Drive into the USB Port
  • Removing a Pen Drive from a Computer
  • Installing a PCI Sound Card
  • Identifying a PCI-Bus Slot
  • Assembling Computer Components
  • Installing Motherboard Components
  • Installing an Optical Drive and a PCI Sound Card
  • Installing a USB 3.0 PCI Express Card (2.0 x4)
  • Providing Cooling and Ventilation to a Motherboard
  • Identifying a CPU Socket
  • Supplying Power to a SATA Drive
  • Installing Firewire Cards
  • Installing Expansion Cards on a Motherboard
  • Installing a NIC
  • Adding a Keyboard Layout
  • Configuring Mouse Settings
  • Connecting Speakers to a Computer
  • Replacing the Power Supply
  • Installing SMPS and Connecting it to the Motherboard
  • Replacing the Battery of a Smartphone and Inserting a Memory Card
  • Inserting Ink Cartridges into a Printer
  • Installing a Printer

Virtualization and Cloud Computing

  • Using OneDrive
  • Configuring OneDrive
  • Installing Ubuntu
  • Installing Windows 10

Operating Systems

  • Managing NTFS Permissions
  • Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS
  • Using the nbtstat command
  • Using the netstat Command
  • Using the nslookup Command
  • Using the ping Command
  • Tracing Route Using Tracert
  • Entering Commands at the Command-line
  • Creating and Running a ps1 File
  • Disabling a Service
  • Executing the Basic Commands through a ps1 File
  • Creating Variables
  • Creating a Loop in PowerShell
  • Enabling BranchCache
  • Implementing EFS File Sharing
  • Displaying Windows Versions
  • Adding an MMC snap-in
  • Displaying Windows PowerShell snap-ins
  • Creating a Restore Point
  • Using Cortana
  • Using Windows Event Viewer
  • Converting a Basic Disk to a Dynamic Disk
  • Setting Automatic Windows Update
  • Viewing the Status of a Disk
  • Mounting a Drive to a Folder
  • Editing a Drive Letter
  • Using MSConfig
  • Using Task Manager to Start an Application
  • Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
  • Configuring Computer Management Services
  • Observing the Control Panel options in different views
  • Uninstalling a Program
  • Joining Workgroups or Domains
  • Creating a Dial-up Connection
  • Connecting to a Remote Computer using a Remote Desktop Connection
  • Creating a Remote Access VPN Connection
  • Configuring a Proxy Server
  • Changing Network Locations
  • Managing Offline Files
  • Sharing a Printer
  • Sharing Folders
  • Using the net Command
  • Using Basic Linux Commands
  • Listing Files in a Directory
  • Verifying the Working Directory
  • Working with Directories
  • Performing a Text Search

Security

  • Using a Symmetric Encryption Algorithm
  • Using an Asymmetric Encryption Algorithm
  • Using Windows Security
  • Identifying Virus Threats
  • Reviewing the Top 10 OWASP Attacks
  • Conducting a DoS Attack using Smurf Attack
  • Performing a MITM Attack
  • Conducting IP Spoofing
  • Stopping Permissions Inheritance
  • Propagating Permissions
  • Removing a Credential
  • Configuring an Audit Group Policy
  • Configuring an Account Password Policy
  • Disabling AutoPlay
  • Configuring Screensavers
  • Securing User Accounts
  • Creating a New User
  • Using BitLocker 

Software Troubleshooting

  • Locking an iPhone with a Password

Operational Procedures

  • Backing up Files
  • Restoring Files
  • Setting Up a Surge Protected Computer System
  • Using a UPS to Power the Computer Components and Ensure the Network Connectivity

Exam FAQs

There are no pre requisite CompTIA A+ certification. However, CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field

USD 232 per exam

Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based

The exam contains 90 questions.

90 minutes

220-1001: 675 220-1002: 700

(on a scale of 100-900)

In the event that you fail your first attempt at passing the A+ examination, CompTIA's retake policies are:

  1. CompTIA does not require a waiting period between the first and second attempt to pass such examination. However, if you need a third or subsequent attempt to pass the examination, you shall be required to wait for a period of at least 14 calendar days from the date of your last attempt before you can retake the exam.
  2. If a candidate has passed an exam, he/she cannot take it again without prior consent from CompTIA.
  3. A test result found to be in violation of the retake policy will not be processed, which will result in no credit awarded for the test taken. Repeat violators will be banned from participation in the CompTIA Certification Program.
  4. Candidates must pay the exam price each time they attempt the exam. CompTIA does not offer free re-tests or discounts on retakes.

CompTIA A+ certification expires after three years from the date of issue, after which the certification holder will need to renew their certification via CompTIA's Continuing Education Program.