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CompTIA Computer Software Technician (A+ 220-1002)

(A-220-1002) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-047-8
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Kick start your prep for the 220-1002 exam in your first attempt with the CompTIA Computer Software Technician (A+ 220-1002) course and lab. The lab is cloud-based, device-enabled, and can easily be integrated with an LMS. The CompTIA A+ study guide comprehensively covers the 220-1002 exam objectives and helps you understand expanded security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures; and how to install and configure operating systems with its various learning resources.

Skills You’ll Get

After passing the 220-1001 and 220-1002 certification exams, you can earn the CompTIA A+ Core Series certification. The 220-1001 exam covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization, and cloud computing; and network troubleshooting, while the 220-1002 exam covers installing and configuring operating systems, expanded security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.

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1

Operating systems

  • Module A: Windows versions and features
  • Module B: Non-Windows operating systems
  • Module C: Operating system installation and upgrades
  • Module D: Applications and scripting
  • Summary
2

Windows management

  • Module A: Operating system features and tools
  • Module B: Control Panel utilities
  • Module C: Command-line tools
  • Module D: Operating system troubleshooting
  • Summary
3

Windows networking

  • Module A: Network shares
  • Module B: Network connections
  • Module C: Connection troubleshooting
  • Summary
4

Security principles

  • Module A: Threats and vulnerabilities
  • Module B: Security controls
  • Summary
5

Security technologies

  • Module A: Operating system security
  • Module B: Security hardware and software
  • Summary
6

Securing devices and data

  • Module A: Workstation security
  • Module B: Mobile device security
  • Module C: Network security
  • Module D: Security troubleshooting
  • Summary
7

Operational procedures

  • Module A: IT operations
  • Module B: Incident response
  • Module C: Backup and recovery
  • Summary
8

Safety and professionalism

  • Module A: Safety
  • Module B: Environmental factors
  • Module C: Professionalism
  • Summary
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Appendix A

1

Operating systems

  • Creating and Running a ps1 File
  • 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
  • Using Basic Linux Commands
  • Listing Files in a Directory
  • Verifying the Working Directory
  • Working with Directories
  • Performing a Text Search
  • Managing NTFS Permissions
  • Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS
  • Disabling a Service
2

Windows management

  • 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
  • Entering Commands at the Command-line
3

Windows networking

  • Joining Workgroups or Domains
  • Changing Network Locations
  • Managing Offline Files
  • Sharing a Printer
  • Sharing Folders
  • Using the net Command
  • 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
  • Using the nbtstat command
  • Using the netstat Command
  • Using the nslookup Command
  • Using the ping Command
  • Tracing Route Using Tracert
4

Security principles

  • Identifying Virus Threats
  • Reviewing the Top 10 OWASP Attacks
  • Conducting a DoS Attack using Smurf Attack
  • Performing a MITM Attack
  • Conducting IP Spoofing
  • Using a Symmetric Encryption Algorithm
  • Using an Asymmetric Encryption Algorithm
5

Security technologies

  • Stopping Permissions Inheritance
  • Propagating Permissions
  • Removing a Credential
  • Configuring an Audit Group Policy
  • Configuring an Account Password Policy
6

Securing devices and data

  • Disabling AutoPlay
  • Configuring Screensavers
  • Securing User Accounts
  • Creating a New User
  • Using BitLocker 
  • Locking an iPhone with a Password
  • Using Windows Security
7

Operational procedures

  • Backing up Files
  • Restoring Files
8

Safety and professionalism

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

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