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CompTIA A+ (220-1102)

Meet the CompTIA A+ 220-1102 certification exam objectives with our online training course.

(220-1102.AE2) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-532-9
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The CompTIA A+ 220-1102 is an all-inclusive learning guide to help you prepare and practice for the certification exam. The course content has been strategically designed in sync with the ComTIA A+220 exam objectives. Explore the fundamentals of operating systems, configuration and administration of windows, and the best practices and tools for working with MacOS and Linux. Learn how to troubleshoot and secure the operating systems. By the end of this course you will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to pass the Core2 220-1102 exam and earn yourself a CompTIA A+ certification.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Configure, administer, and troubleshoot windows
  • Implement best practices for working with MacOS and Linux OS
  • Identify and mitigate threats like malware, social engineering, and physical security risks
  • Implementing best practices for enhanced security
  • Identify and resolve common Windows OS issues
  • Knowledge of scripting techniques for automation
  • Resolve mobile operating system issues

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1

Introduction

  • What Is A+ Certification?
  • The CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives
  • A+ Certification Exam Objectives: 220-1102
  • Objective Map
2

Operating System Basics

  • Understanding Operating Systems
  • Understanding Applications
  • Introduction to Windows 10
  • Preparing for the Exam
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
3

Windows Configuration

  • Interacting with Operating Systems
  • The Windows Registry
  • Disk Management
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
4

Windows Administration

  • Installing and Upgrading Windows
  • Command‐Line Tools
  • Networking in Windows
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
5

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
6

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
7

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
8

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
9

Scripting and Remote Access

  • Scripting
  • Remote Access
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
10

Safety and Environmental Concerns

  • Understanding Safety Procedures
  • Understanding Environmental Controls
  • Understanding Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
11

Documentation and Professionalism

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

1

Operating System Basics

  • Configuring Screen Savers
  • Enabling BranchCache
  • Creating a Restore Point
2

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
3

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
4

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
5

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
6

Securing Operating Systems

  • Creating a New User
  • Using BitLocker
  • Propagating Permissions
  • Stopping Permission Inheritance
  • Implementing EFS File Sharing
  • Configuring a SOHO Network - Packet Tracer Lab
  • Setting the Passcode Lock on an iPhone
7

Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Security

  • Creating and Binding an SSL Certificate to a Website
  • Adding a Digital Certificate
8

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
9

Safety and Environmental Concerns

  • Protecting a Computer Using a UPS
  • Setting Up a Surge Protected Computer System
10

Documentation and Professionalism

  • Enabling the Shadow Copies feature in Windows

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CompTIA A+ is a prestigious industry-recognised certification that can help you get hired for entry-level IT roles. It validates your ability to identify and resolve a wide range of computer-related issues, including those related to software, networking, hardware, mobile devices, and security measures.

There are 90 questions in the CompTIA A+ exam.

USD 246 is the certification exam cost.

The exam format is a combination of multiple-choice, and drag-and-drop questions.

Join uCertify to access our online learning module complete with CompTIA 220-1102 practice tests, study guide, assignments, hands-on-labs, expert instructor (add-on), and AI tutor(add-on).

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

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