Description
In this course, you will :
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How to pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1002) exam
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The skills to be a great IT and computer tech
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All about operating systems: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android
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Scripting basics (Javascript, Python, Visual Basic and more)
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How to secure your computer, mobile device, and network
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Security concepts like malware, antivirus, anti-malware, and networking security protocols
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How to troubleshoot software and mobile issues
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How to use command-line tools in Windows, Mac, and Linux
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Industry standards and best practices for documentation, change management, disaster prevention and recovery, procedures and policies
Syllabus :
1. Safety and Professionalism
- Professional Communication Part 1
- Physical Safety
2.The Visible Computer
- What is an Operating System
- Users and Super Users
- Why Windows?
- Windows Editions and Versions
- Touring the macOS
- Touring Linux
3. CPUs
- 32-Bit vs. 64-Bit Processing
4. RAM
- Virtual Memory
5. Power Supply
- Power Protection
6. Implementing Mass Storage
- Understanding Partitioning
- MBR Partitioning
- GPT Partitioning
- Understanding File Systems
- Popular File Systems
- Formatting in Action
- Dynamic Disks
- Software RAID in Storage Spaces
- Encrypting Mass Storage
7. Building a PC
- Boot from Everything
- Installing Windows
- Post-Installation Tasks
- Windows Installation options
8. Windows Under the Hood
- What is the Registry?
- Processes
- Services
- Your Windows Toolset
- Windows 7 Task Manager
- Windows 10 Task Manager
- Information and Configuration Tools
- Performance Monitor
- Event Viewer
- Tools for Programmers
9. Users, Groups, and Permissions
- Introduction to Users and Groups
- Managing Users and Groups
- NTFS Permissions
- Linux and macOS Permissions
- File Explorer
- Sharing Resources
- Security Policies
10. Maintaining and Optimizing Operating Systems
- Patch Management
- Working with Disks
- Working with Applications
- System Restore
- Backing up Your Files
- Task Scheduler
11. Working with the Command-Line Interface
- Understanding the CLI
- Navigating the CLI
- Working with Folders
- Working with Files
- Working with Drives
- Super Copy Commands
- Advanced Windows Command Line
- Advanced Linux Commands
- Command-Line Permissions
- Introduction to Scripting
- Interpreted Languages
12. Troubleshooting Operating Systems
- Windows Recovery Environment
- Advanced Windows Startup Options
- Troubleshooting Boot Problems
- Troubleshooting at the GUI
- Troubleshooting Applications
- Kernel Panic
13. Display Technologies
- Resolutions and Aspect Ratios
- Multiple Monitors
14. Essentials of Networking
- Network Card Troubleshooting
15. Local Area Networking
- Working with Connections
- Working with Workgroups
- Working with Active Directory
- Windows Sharing with Mac and LInux
- Net Command
- Firewall Configuration
- Windows Firewall
- Port Forwarding
16. Wireless Networking
- Wireless Encryption
- Enterprise Wireless
17. The Internet
- Telnet and SSH
- Remote Desktop Connections
- The World Wide Web
- Troubleshooting Internet Connections
18. Portable Computing
- Power Management
19. Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices
- Mobile Device Security
- Mobile Security Troubleshooting
- Mobile Device Troubleshooting
20. Securing Computers
- Threats
- Physical Security
- Passwords and Authentication
- Malware
- Anti-Malware
- Social Engineering
- Licensing
- Incident Response
- Environmental Controls
21. Operational Procedures
- Documents You Need to Know
- Data You Need to Know
- Change Management
- The Zen of Backup
- Recycling and Data Destruction