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CompTIA A+ (220-1101 & 220-1102)

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(220-1101-1102.AE2) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-528-2
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Our CompTIA A+ 1101 and 1102 study guide is an all-inclusive online course that covers the exam objective of both Core 1 & Core 2 exams. CompTIA A+ 1101 is centered around hardware, networking, and mobile devices. You’ll be learning about the anatomy of computers, network concepts like IP addressing, subnetting, TCP/IP, and wireless protocols, and mobile devices (hardware, software, and security). CompTIA A+ 1102 emphasizes on software, Operating System, and security. You’ll learn how to configure and troubleshoot different types of OS like Windows, macOS, and Linux. Studying for both the exam will give a comprehensive overview of IT fundamentals and enhance your job readiness.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware component issues 
  • Learn network fundamentals and resolve connectivity problems
  • Configure and troubleshoot Wi-Fi networks
  • Configure and install OS (Windows, macOS, and Linux)
  • Resolve software application and compatibility issues
  • Implement security measure (system & data)
  • Manage mobile device support (smartphone & tablet)

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1

Introduction

  • What Is A+ Certification?
  • What Does This Course Cover?
  • The CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives
  • A+ Certification Exam Objectives: 220-1101
  • Objective Map
  • A+ Certification Exam Objectives: 220-1102
  • Objective Map
2

Motherboards, Processors, and Memory

  • Understanding Motherboards
  • Understanding Processors
  • Understanding Memory
  • Understanding Cooling Systems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
3

Expansion Cards, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies

  • Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
  • Understanding Storage Devices
  • Understanding Power Supplies
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
4

Peripherals, Cables, and Connectors

  • Understanding Cables and Connectors
  • Understanding Cables and Connectors
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
5

Printers and Multifunction Devices

  • Understanding Print Technologies and Imaging Processes
  • Installing and Maintaining Printers
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
6

Networking Fundamentals

  • Understanding Networking Principles
  • Identifying Common Network Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
7

Introduction to TCP/IP

  • Understanding TCP/IP
  • Understanding Virtual Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
8

Wireless and SOHO Networks

  • Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies
  • Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
9

Network Services, Virtualization, and Cloud Computing

  • Understanding Network Services
  • Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
10

Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware

  • Working with Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
11

Mobile Connectivity and Application Support

  • Understanding Mobile Connectivity
  • Understanding Mobile App Support
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
12

Troubleshooting Methodology and Resolving Core Hardware Problems

  • Using the Troubleshooting Best Practice Methodology
  • Troubleshooting Motherboards, CPUs, RAM, and Power Problems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
13

Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting Storage Drives and RAID Arrays
  • Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues
  • Troubleshooting Common Mobile Device Issues
  • Troubleshooting Printer Problems
  • Troubleshooting Networking Problems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
14

Operating System Basics

  • Understanding Operating Systems
  • Understanding Applications
  • Introduction to Windows 10
  • Preparing for the Exam
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
15

Windows Configuration

  • Interacting with Operating Systems
  • The Windows Registry
  • Disk Management
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
16

Windows Administration

  • Installing and Upgrading Windows
  • Command‐Line Tools
  • Networking in Windows
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
17

Working with macOS and Linux

  • macOS and Linux
  • Applications on macOS
  • Best Practices
  • Tools
  • System Preferences
  • Features
  • Basic Linux Commands
  • Linux and Windows
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
18

Security Concepts

  • Physical Security Concepts
  • Physical Security for Staff
  • Logical Security
  • Malware
  • Mitigating Software Threats
  • Social Engineering Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
  • Common Security Threats
  • Exploits and Vulnerabilities
  • Security Best Practices
  • Destruction and Disposal Methods
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
19

Securing Operating Systems

  • Working with Windows OS Security Settings
  • Web Browser Security
  • Securing a SOHO Network (Wireless)
  • Securing a SOHO Network (Wired)
  • Mobile Device Security
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
20

Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Security

  • Troubleshooting Common Microsoft Windows OS Problems
  • Troubleshooting Security Issues
  • Best Practices for Malware Removal
  • Troubleshooting Mobile OS Issues
  • Troubleshooting Mobile Security Issues
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
21

Scripting and Remote Access

  • Scripting
  • Remote Access
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
22

Safety and Environmental Concerns

  • Understanding Safety Procedures
  • Understanding Environmental Controls
  • Understanding Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
23

Documentation and Professionalism

  • Documentation and Support
  • Change Management Best Practices
  • Disaster Prevention and Recovery
  • Demonstrating Professionalism
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
A

Appendix A

  • 3D Objects

1

Motherboards, Processors, and Memory

  • Identifying a PCI Bus Slot
  • Installing a Riser Cable and Graphics Card on a Motherboard
  • Installing a CR 2032 CMOS Battery on a Motherboard
  • Installing Motherboard Components
  • Accessing the BIOS Setup in Windows 10
  • Setting Up a Boot Device Priority
  • Installing an i7 Processor on a Motherboard
  • Enabling Hardware Virtualization
  • Working with the Task Manager
  • Viewing the Processor Information
  • Installing Memory Modules on a Motherboard
  • Installing DDR5 RAM on a Motherboard
  • Verifying the RAM Usage
  • Installing a CPU Fan on a Motherboard
2

Expansion Cards, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies

  • Connecting a NIC on a Motherboard
  • Inserting a USB Flash Drive into a Laptop
  • Installing an Expansion Card on a Motherboard
  • Connecting a PCIe Gaming Sound Card
  • Configuring NIC Teaming
  • Removing an Internal Storage Device from a Laptop
  • Installing an Internal Storage Device
  • Creating a Swap Partition
  • Replacing the Power Supply
  • Connecting a Computer to a Power Source
  • Connecting the ATX, ATX12V, and EPS12V Connectors on a Motherboard
3

Peripherals, Cables, and Connectors

  • Connecting a USB Type A to C Cable to a Computer
  • Installing Input and Output Devices
  • Installing a Printer
  • Configuring the Mouse Settings
  • Adding a Keyboard Layout
  • Connecting a VGA Connector to its Port
4

Printers and Multifunction Devices

  • Inserting Ink Cartridges in an Inkjet Printer
  • Connecting a USB Printer
5

Networking Fundamentals

  • Connecting a New Workstation to the Internet
  • Connecting a Router to the Laptop
  • Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
  • Configuring a Router
  • Enabling a Device Driver
  • Disabling a Device Driver
6

Introduction to TCP/IP

  • Configuring Network Address Translation
  • Understanding the IPv4 Header
  • Configuring an IPv6 Address
  • Configuring a DHCP Server
  • Creating a VLAN and Viewing its Assignment to Port Mapping
  • Establishing a VPN Connection
7

Wireless and SOHO Networks

  • Configuring a SOHO Network - Packet Tracer Lab
  • Configuring an IPv4 Address and a DNS Server
  • Creating a Dial-up Connection
8

Network Services, Virtualization, and Cloud Computing

  • Scanning a Network Interface Using Wireshark
9

Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware

  • Removing Speakers from the Laptop
  • Removing the Wireless NIC
  • Removing a Laptop Keyboard
  • Replacing an M.2 SSD from a Laptop
  • Removing the Display Assembly of a Laptop
  • Installing a Laptop Heatsink Fan
  • Removing the CPU Heat Sink
  • Removing an Internal Laptop Battery
  • Replacing a CMOS Battery
  • Replacing Laptop Memory
10

Mobile Connectivity and Application Support

  • Enabling ActiveSync in iOS
  • Connecting an Android Phone to a Wi-Fi Network
  • Connecting an iPhone to a Wi-Fi Network
  • Disabling Cellular Data in Android
  • Configuring a Mobile Hotspot
  • Setting Up a VPN in Android
  • Disabling Mobile Data on an iPhone
  • Pairing an iPhone with a Vehicle's Sound System
  • Configuring Location Services in iOS
  • Configuring an Email Account on an iPhone
  • Email Account Configuration in Android
11

Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

  • Configuring the Screen Resolution Setting
  • Configuring a Power Plan
12

Operating System Basics

  • Configuring Screen Savers
  • Enabling BranchCache
  • Creating a Restore Point
13

Windows Configuration

  • Configuring a Default Domain Password Policy
  • Configuring an Audit Group Policy
  • Observing the Control Panel Options from Different Views
  • Uninstalling a Program
  • Creating a Variable
  • Setting Automatic Windows Updates
  • Using the Task Manager to Start an Application
  • Configuring Computer Management Services
  • Disabling a Service
  • Using Windows Event Viewer
  • Displaying Windows PowerShell Snap-ins
  • Adding an MMC Snap-in
  • Managing NTFS Permissions
  • Editing a Drive Letter
  • Converting a Basic Disk to a Dynamic Disk
  • Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS
  • Mounting a Drive to a Folder
  • Working With the Command Prompt
14

Windows Administration

  • Tracing Route Using the tracert Command
  • Using the nslookup Command
  • Using the ping Command
  • Using the netstat Command
  • Viewing the Status of a Disk
15

Working with macOS and Linux

  • Restoring Files
  • Backing Up Files
  • Performing a Text Search
  • Working with Directories
  • Verifying the Working Directory
  • Listing Files in a Directory
  • Using Basic Linux Commands
16

Security Concepts

  • Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
  • Conducting a DoS Attack Using Smurf Attack
  • Conducting IP Spoofing
  • Using an Asymmetric Encryption Algorithm
  • Using a Symmetric Encryption Algorithm
  • Disabling the AutoPlay Feature
  • Using Windows Security in Windows Defender Settings
17

Securing Operating Systems

  • Creating a New User
  • Using BitLocker
  • Propagating Permissions
  • Stopping Permission Inheritance
  • Implementing EFS File Sharing
  • Setting the Passcode Lock on an iPhone
18

Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Security

  • Creating and Binding an SSL Certificate to a Website
  • Adding a Digital Certificate
19

Scripting and Remote Access

  • Running an if-else script in PowerShell
  • Running a while loop script in PowerShell
  • Creating and Running a ps1 File
  • Executing the Basic Commands Through a ps1 File
  • Creating a Loop in PowerShell
  • Configuring an SSH Server
20

Safety and Environmental Concerns

  • Protecting a Computer Using a UPS
  • Setting Up a Surge Protected Computer System
21

Documentation and Professionalism

  • Enabling the Shadow Copies feature in Windows

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It is an industry-certification for entry-level IT roles. It validates your understanding for identifying and resolving a wide range of computer related issues ranging from hardware, software, networking, mobile devices, and security measures.

Both the CompTIA A+ exams have 90 questions each.

Both the CompTIA A+ exams cost USD 246 each.

CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) is about hardware, networking, and mobile devices whereas Core 2 (220-1102) focuses on operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.

CompTIA A+ is a combination of multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions.

When you enroll with uCertify, you’ll have access to an all-inclusive study guide along with our interactive learning aid that includes practice tests, assignments, hands-on-labs, AI tutor(add-on), and expert instructor (add-on).

Yes, you’ll have to pass both 220-1101 & 220-1102 exams to complete the certification.

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