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

(220-1101-1102.AE1) / ISBN: 978-1-64459-347-9
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CompTIA A+ (220-1101 & 220-1102)

uCertify’s Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software (1101/1102) course and lab are designed to enhance the latest knowledge and skills of an IT professional. The course contains interactive tools like CompTIA A+ exam objective-based lessons, test preps, and live labs for a hands-on experience. It will be a great source to learn about Mobile Devices, Networking, Hardware, Virtualization and Cloud Computing, and Hardware and Network Troubleshooting. 
Here's what you will get

CompTIA is trusted by employers around the world to identify suitable IT professionals. The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102). CompTIA A+ 220-1101 covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization, and cloud computing. CompTIA A+ 220-1102 covers operating systems, security, software, and operational procedures.  

Lessons
  • 24+ Lessons
  • 829+ Exercises
  • 440+ Quizzes
  • 703+ Flashcards
  • 131+ Glossary of terms
TestPrep
  • 190+ Pre Assessment Questions
  • 4+ Full Length Tests
  • 190+ Post Assessment Questions
  • 390+ Practice Test Questions
LiveLab
  • 122+ LiveLab
  • 109+ Video tutorials
  • 03:26+ Hours
Video Lessons
  • 266+ Videos
  • 07:34+ Hours
Here's what you will learn
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  • 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
  • Understanding Motherboards
  • Understanding Processors
  • Understanding Memory
  • Understanding Cooling Systems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
  • Understanding Storage Devices
  • Understanding Power Supplies
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Cables and Connectors
  • Understanding Cables and Connectors
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Print Technologies and Imaging Processes
  • Installing and Maintaining Printers
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Networking Principles
  • Identifying Common Network Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding TCP/IP
  • Understanding Virtual Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies
  • Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Network Services
  • Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Working with Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Mobile Connectivity
  • Understanding Mobile App Support
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Using the Troubleshooting Best Practice Methodology
  • Troubleshooting Motherboards, CPUs, RAM, and Power Problems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • 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
  • Understanding Operating Systems
  • Understanding Applications
  • Introduction to Windows 10
  • Preparing for the Exam
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Interacting with Operating Systems
  • The Windows Registry
  • Disk Management
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Installing and Upgrading Windows
  • Command‐Line Tools
  • Networking in Windows
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • macOS and Linux
  • Applications on macOS
  • Best Practices
  • Tools
  • System Preferences
  • Features
  • Basic Linux Commands
  • Linux and Windows
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Scripting
  • Remote Access
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Understanding Safety Procedures
  • Understanding Environmental Controls
  • Understanding Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • Documentation and Support
  • Change Management Best Practices
  • Disaster Prevention and Recovery
  • Demonstrating Professionalism
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
  • 3D Objects

Hands on Activities (Live Labs)

  • Accessing the BIOS Setup in Windows 10
  • Setting Up a Boot Device Priority
  • Identifying the CPU Socket (Slot)
  • Installing a Processor
  • Installing Motherboard Components
  • Assembling Computer Components
  • Identifying a PCI Bus Slot
  • Installing a PCI Sound Card
  • Enabling Hardware Virtualization
  • Working with the Task Manager
  • Viewing the Processor Information
  • Installing Memory Modules
  • Verifying the RAM Usage
  • Providing Cooling and Ventilation to a Motherboard
  • Installing the NIC
  • Installing Expansion Cards on a Motherboard
  • Installing a USB 3.0 PCI Express Card (2.0 x4)
  • Configuring NIC Teaming
  • Replacing the Battery of a Smartphone and Inserting a Memory Card
  • Copying Files to a Disc Using File Explorer
  • Inserting a CD in a Laptop
  • Connecting the Motherboard to the Internal Hard Drive
  • Installing an Optical Drive and a PCI Sound Card
  • Creating a Swap Partition
  • Installing SMPS and Connecting it to the Motherboard
  • Replacing the Power Supply
  • Connecting Speakers to a Computer
  • Installing a Printer
  • Configuring the Mouse Settings
  • Adding a Keyboard Layout
  • Connecting the Hub with Different Devices Using USB Cables
  • Supplying Power to a SATA Hard Disk Drive
  • Inserting a Pen Drive into the Laptop's USB Port
  • Installing Firewire Cards
  • Inserting Ink Cartridges into a Printer
  • Connecting a USB Printer to a Computer
  • Connecting Devices in a Bus Topology
  • Identifying Clients and Servers
  • Connecting Devices in a Peer to Peer Architecture
  • Installing and Configuring a Temporary Server
  • Connecting a New Workstation to the Internet
  • Connecting the Cable Modem to Access the Internet
  • Connecting a Router to a Laptop
  • Connecting Systems to the Internet Through a Firewall Router
  • Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
  • Configuring a Router
  • Enabling a Device Driver
  • Disabling a Device Driver
  • 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
  • Configuring an IPv4 Address and a DNS Server
  • Creating a Dial-up Connection
  • Scanning a Network Interface Using Wireshark
  • Installing Laptop Components
  • Turning On the Airplane Mode of an iPhone
  • Setting Up a VPN on Android
  • Viewing the iOS Version of an iPhone
  • Locking an iPhone With a Password
  • Configuring Email in Android
  • Removing an Account in Android
  • Configuring the Screen Resolution Setting
  • Configuring a Power Plan
  • Configuring Screen Savers
  • Enabling BranchCache
  • Creating a Restore Point
  • 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
  • Tracing Route Using the tracert Command
  • Using the nslookup Command
  • Using the ping Command
  • Using the netstat Command
  • Viewing the Status of a Disk
  • 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
  • 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
  • Creating a New User
  • Using BitLocker
  • Propagating Permissions
  • Stopping Permission Inheritance
  • Implementing EFS File Sharing
  • Creating and Binding an SSL Certificate to a Website
  • Adding a Digital Certificate
  • 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
  • Using a UPS to Power the Computer Components and Ensure Network Connectivity
  • Setting Up a Surge-Protected Computer System
  • Enabling the Shadow Copies feature in Windows
Exam FAQs
What are the prerequisites for this exam? CompTIA A+ Certification and at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience
What is the exam registration fee? $239 USD
Where do I take the exam? Pearson VUE
What is the format of the exam? Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based
How many questions are asked in the exam? The exam contains 90 questions.
What is the duration of the exam? 90 minutes
What is the passing score?
  • 220-1101: 675 (on a scale of 900)
  • 220-1102: 700 (on a scale of 900)
What is the exam's retake policy?
  • If a candidate has passed an exam (or multiple exams) and achieved certification, they cannot retake the exam, using the same exam code, without prior consent from CompTIA.
  • CompTIA beta examinations may only be taken one (1) time by each candidate.
  • A test found to be in violation of the retake policy will be invalidated and the candidate may be subject to a suspension period. Repeat violators will be permanently banned from participation in the CompTIA Certification Program.
  • Candidates must pay the exam price each time they attempt the exam. CompTIA does not offer any free re-tests or discounts on retakes.
What is the validity of the certification? Generally after 3 years of launch
Where can I find more information about this exam? Know more about the 220-1101-220-1102
What are the career opportunities after passing this exam? Help Desk Tech, Field Service Technician, Associate Network Engineer, Junior Systems Administrator, Desktop Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, System Support Technician
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