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Computer Hardware & Operating Systems (A+ Exam)

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Last Update August 30, 2020

Description

CompTIA A+ certifications are the starting point for an IT career. Earning such a certification proves that you have the right skills of vendor-neutral credential for technician’s competency in installation, networking, preventative maintenance,security, and troubleshooting of both software and hardware.

You will be mastered in the technologies of varied IT environments, both
traditional devices and modern operating systems.
Ability to confidently handle the most challenging technical problems more
efficiently.
Expanded knowledge on mobile devices and operating systems
Improved efficiency in troubleshooting.

What Will I Learn?

Identifying, using, and connecting hardware components and devices
Troubleshoot device and network issues
Install and support Windows OS including command line & client support
Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including application security support
Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO
Install & configure laptops and other mobile devices
Understand Mac OS, Linux and mobile OS
Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism

Topics for this course

62 Lessons

Windows Operating Systems

Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods.

Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1).

Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command line tools. 1.3

Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools.

Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities.

Given a scenario, install and configure Windows networking on a client/desktop.

Perform common preventive maintenance procedures using the appropriate Windows OS tools.

Other Operating Systems and Technologies

Security

Software Troubleshooting

Operational Procedures

Hardware

Given a scenario, select the appropriate components for a custom PC configuration to meet customer specifications or needs

Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features. 1.10

Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS/UEFI tools on a PC.

Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose and properties

Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features

Identify common PC connector types and associated cables

Install and configure PC expansion cards.

Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.

Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods

Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose

Install a power supply based on given specifications.

Networking

Identify the various types of network cables and connectors.

Compare and contrast the characteristics of connectors and cabling.

Explain the properties and characteristics of TCP/IP.

Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols and their purpose.

Compare and contrast various WiFi networking standards and encryption types.

Given a scenario, install and configure SOHO wireless/ wired router and apply appropriate settings.

Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types and their features.

Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions and features

Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools. 2.9

Mobile Devices

Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

Free

Material Includes

Duration: 6 Months
28 hours on-demand video
11 articles
1 downloadable resource
Full lifetime access
Access on mobile and TV
Certificate of Completion

Requirements

No coding experience is necessary to take this course!
Any computer and OS will work — Windows, macOS or Linux.
A basic understanding of HTML and CSS is a plus.

Target Audience

Practice your new skills with coding challenges.
Organize and structure your code using software.
Get friendly and fast support in the course.

Computer Hardware & Operating Systems (A+ Exam)

Computer Hardware & Operating Systems (A+ Exam)

Description

What Will I Learn?

Topics for this course

Windows Operating Systems

Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods.

Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1).

Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command line tools. 1.3

Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools.

Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities.

Given a scenario, install and configure Windows networking on a client/desktop.

Perform common preventive maintenance procedures using the appropriate Windows OS tools.

Other Operating Systems and Technologies

Identify common features and functionality of the Mac OS and Linux operating systems.

Given a scenario, set up and use client-side virtualization.

Identify basic cloud concepts.

Summarize the properties and purpose of services provided by networked hosts.

Identify basic features of mobile operating systems.

Install and configure basic mobile device network connectivity and email.

Summarize methods and data related to mobile device synchronization.

Security

Compare and contrast various methods for securing mobile devices.

Given a scenario, use appropriate data destruction and disposal methods.

Given a scenario, secure SOHO wireless and wired networks.

Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities.

Compare and contrast common prevention methods.

Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings.

Given a scenario, deploy and enforce security best practices to secure a workstation.

Software Troubleshooting

Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common PC security issues with appropriate tools and best practices.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues with appropriate tools.

Operational Procedures

Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures.

Given a scenario with potential environmental impacts, apply the appropriate controls.

Summarize the process of addressing prohibited content/ activity, and explain privacy, licensing and policy concepts.

Demonstrate proper communication techniques and professionalism.

Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory.

Hardware

Given a scenario, select the appropriate components for a custom PC configuration to meet customer specifications or needs

Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features. 1.10

Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS/UEFI tools on a PC.

Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose and properties

Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features

Identify common PC connector types and associated cables

Install and configure PC expansion cards.

Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.

Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods

Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose

Install a power supply based on given specifications.

Networking

Identify the various types of network cables and connectors.

Compare and contrast the characteristics of connectors and cabling.

Explain the properties and characteristics of TCP/IP.

Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols and their purpose.

Compare and contrast various WiFi networking standards and encryption types.

Given a scenario, install and configure SOHO wireless/ wired router and apply appropriate settings.

Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types and their features.

Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions and features

Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools. 2.9

Mobile Devices

Install and configure laptop hardware and components.

Explain the function of components within the display of a laptop.

Given a scenario, use appropriate laptop features.

Explain the characteristics of various types of other mobile devices.

Compare and contrast accessories and ports of other mobile devices.

Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU and power with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot common video, projector and display issues.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot and repair common mobile device issues while adhering to the appropriate procedures.

Given a scenario, troubleshoot printers with appropriate tools.

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