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CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

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(220-1202.AE1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-764-4
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Our CompTIA A+ Core 2 course is the ultimate guide to mastering the software & security skills that form the backbone of IT support. The course is designed to align perfectly with the latest CompTIA A+ (220-1202) exam objectives. We are not just teaching you to pass an exam; we are preparing you for the real-world experiences, ensuring that you are ready to take on the professional IT challenges.

Get access to expert-led lessons, hands-on labs, and practice exams, and you will gain the confidence to diagnose and solve a wide range of technical issues. All of our exclusive training will be accessible through mobile phones & tablets, so you can study anywhere, at any time.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Operating Systems & Security: Master the fundamentals of Windows, macOS, and Linux as well as essential security concepts to protect your systems & data. 
  • Troubleshooting: Gain access to practical, real-life troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve common issues with operating systems, software, and mobile devices. 
  • Networking & Connectivity: Understand the basic networking concepts & learn how to secure both wired and wireless SOHO networks. 
  • Hardware & Mobile Devices: Learn how to install and configure, as well as troubleshoot, PC hardware and mobile devices. 
Download Course Outline

1

Introduction Volume 2: Core 2 Exam 220-1202

  • What Is CompTIA A+ Certification?
  • What Does This Course Cover for Core 2 Exam 220-1202?
  • The CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives Core 2 Exam 220-1202
2

Operating System Basics

  • Understanding Operating Systems
  • Understanding Applications
  • Introduction to Windows
  • 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
  • macOS Components
  • macOS System Folders
  • Best Practices
  • Linux Administration
  • 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, Remote Access, and Artificial Intelligence

  • Scripting
  • Remote Access
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • 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
  • Backup and Recovery
  • Demonstrating Professionalism
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

1

Operating System Basics

  • Installing and Uninstalling an Application in Windows
  • Installing an Application Based on System Requirements in Windows
  • Using Microsoft Office 365 Tools
2

Windows Configuration

  • Performing Disk Cleanup
  • Configuring Display Language, Region, and Keyboard Layout
  • Personalizing Windows
  • Configuring and Using File History
  • Creating and Scheduling a Backup in Windows
  • Observing Control Panel Options from Different Views
  • Using Task Scheduler
  • Adding an MMC Snap-in
  • Disabling a Service
  • Creating a Power Plan
  • Monitoring System Performance Using Resource Monitor
  • Using Performance Monitor
  • Using Task Manager for Performance Analysis
  • Viewing Logs in Windows Event Viewer
  • Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
  • Exploring Windows Registry
  • Creating a Volume with Disk Management
  • Creating and Managing Dynamic Disks
  • Converting a Basic Disk to a Dynamic Disk
  • Creating a VHD
  • Creating a Storage Pool
  • Creating a Swap Partition
  • Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS
  • Mounting a Drive to a Folder
3

Windows Administration

  • Configuring Windows Update
  • Diagnosing Network Issues Using Command-Line Utilities
  • Using System Commands
  • Creating a Volume with Diskpart
  • Setting Up and Using Network File Sharing
  • Mapping a Network Drive
  • Configuring Advanced Network Adapter Settings
  • Configuring NIC Teaming
  • Configuring Firewall Rules and Monitoring Network Logs Using pfsense
4

Working with macOS and Linux

  • Using the ipconfig and ifconfig Commands
  • Implementing Malware Protection on Linux
  • Creating Backups in Linux
  • Manipulating Files Using Command-Line Utilities
  • Managing Files and Directories
  • Encrypting and Decrypting a File Using OpenSSL
  • Using the SET Tool
  • Managing Linux Processes
  • Viewing Network Details Using Linux Commands
  • Managing Linux Passwords
  • Archiving and Compressing Files in Linux
  • Searching for Files and Text in Linux
  • Creating an Extended and Logical Partition
  • Managing Linux File Permissions and Editing Text Files
  • Implementing PGP for Secure Email and File Encryption
  • Performing Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption
5

Security Concepts

  • Implementing Physical Security
  • Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
  • Implementing MFA on Mobile Devices
  • Configuring Group Policy Management
  • Creating an OU
  • Configuring Folder Redirection in Windows
  • Enforcing Password Settings
  • Simulating a DoS Attack
  • Simulating a DDoS Attack
  • Defending Against IP Spoofing
  • Formatting and Cleaning a Disk
6

Securing Operating Systems

  • Using BitLocker to Encrypt a Drive
  • Encrypting a File Using EFS
  • Compressing and Extracting Files Using 7-Zip
  • Configuring UAC Settings
  • Configuring and Managing User Permissions in Windows
  • Setting Up a User Account
  • Managing Users and Groups in Windows
  • Managing File Attributes and Permissions
  • Sharing a Folder with a Specific User and Group
  • Configuring NTFS Permissions
  • Configuring a Windows Firewall
  • Detecting Threats Using Windows Defender
  • Securing the Browser
  • Configuring Proxy Settings
  • Examining Kerberos Settings
  • Setting Up Mobile Device Encryption and Backup on an iPad
  • Configuring iPad Access Control and Authentication
  • Setting a Secure Passcode on iPhone
  • Updating iPhone iOS and Security Patches
7

Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Security

  • Creating a Restore Point
  • Jailbreaking an iPhone Exploring Customization and Risks
  • Performing a Factory Reset on an Android Phone
8

Scripting, Remote Access, and Artificial Intelligence

  • Creating and Executing a PowerShell Script
  • Creating and Executing a Python Script
  • Creating and Executing a Shell Script
  • Using the Remote Desktop Service
9

Safety and Environmental Concerns

  • Completing the Chain of Custody Form
10

Documentation and Professionalism

  • Reporting an Issue
  • Enabling the Shadow Copies Feature
  • Configuring an IP Address in Linux

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The exam is perfect for anyone who is looking forward to starting a career in IT, which includes help desk technicians, field service technicians, or IT professionals. The certification is significant for entry-level IT roles. 

Well, you can take the exams in any order according to your liking; you must pass both exams to get access to the full CompTIA A+ certification.

The exam usually consists of 90 questions, & one would have 90 minutes to complete it. 

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