A study guide designed to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Core (220-1102) exam.
Key Features
Complete coverage of the latest release of CompTIA A+ exam 220-1102
Acquire the skills to be a great IT and computer tech
Industry standards and best practices for documentation, change management, disaster prevention, and recovery, procedures, and policies
Course Description
CompTIA offers certifications from basic IT fundamentals to A+ to networking, Linux, Cyber security, and more. The objectives of the CompTIA A+ Core 2(220-1102) are operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. In this course, we will cover all four domains as per the latest exam syllabus. The first domain, Operating Systems, carries 31% of the exam and comprises operating system types and purposes (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, and so on), Windows versions, OS installation, and command-line tools. The second domain, namely Security, holds 25% of the exam and consists of physical and logical security concepts, wireless security protocols, social engineering threats, attacks, and more. The third domain, which holds 22% of the exam, is Software Troubleshooting which explains how to troubleshoot Microsoft OS, PC security, mobile OS, and application issues as well as malware removal. The last and final domain of the exam is Operational Procedures, which holds 225 weightage and explains best practices for documentation, change management, disaster prevention and recovery, safety procedures, and more. It also includes different types of licenses and policies, professional conduct, remote access technologies, and so on. By the end of the course, we will make sure you are ready to pass the CompTIA A+ Core 2(220-1102) exam.
What you will learn
Explore different operating systems: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android
Understand security concepts such as malware, anti-malware, and networking security protocols
Learn to secure your computer, mobile device, and network
Troubleshoot software and mobile issues
Learn to use command-line tools in Windows, Mac, and Linux
Explore the different types of operational procedures
Who this Course is for
This course is for anyone looking to take and pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) certification exam; anyone who wants to improve their skills as a computer or IT technician; and anyone who wants to learn awesome stuff about Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile, IT security, scripting, and more. A basic familiarity with computers and networks is helpful. Furthermore, CompTIA recommends having 9-12 months of on-the-job experience before taking the A+ exam. This is recommended but not required.
