CompTIA A+ complete review guide core 1 exam 220-1101 and core 2 exam 220-1102

A comprehensive and efficient way to prepare for the A+ exam and succeed as a computer technician The newly revised Fifth Edition of the CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 delivers essential and accessible exam prep material for the sought-after A+ certif...

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Otros Autores: McMillan, Troy, author (author)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken, New Jersey : Sybex [2022]
Edición:Fifth edition
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Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents at a Glance
  • Contents
  • Introduction
  • What Is A+ Certification?
  • Who Should Buy This Book?
  • How to Use This Book
  • Interactive Online Learning Environment and Test Bank
  • Tips for Taking the A+ Exams
  • CompTIA A+ 1100 Series Exam Objectives
  • Part I CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam 220-1101
  • Chapter 1 Mobile Devices
  • 1.1 Given a scenario, install and configure laptop hardware and components
  • Hardware/device replacement
  • Physical privacy and security components
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.2 Compare and contrast the display components of mobile devices
  • Types
  • Mobile display components
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.3 Given a scenario, set up and configure accessories and ports of mobile devices
  • Connection methods
  • Accessories
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.4 Given a scenario, configure basic mobile-device network connectivity and application support
  • Wireless/cellular data network (enable/disable)
  • Bluetooth
  • Location services
  • Mobile device management (MDM)/mobile application management (MAM)
  • Mobile device synchronization
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Chapter 2 Networking
  • 2.1 Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes
  • Ports and protocols
  • TCP vs. UDP
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.2 Compare and contrast common networking hardware
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Access points
  • Patch panel
  • Firewall
  • Power over Ethernet (PoE)
  • Hub
  • Cable modem
  • Digital subscriber line (DSL)
  • Optical network terminal (ONT)
  • Network interface card (NIC)
  • Software-defined networking (SDN)
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.3 Compare and contrast protocols for wireless networking
  • Frequencies
  • Channels
  • Bluetooth
  • 802.11
  • Long-range fixed wireless
  • NFC
  • Radio-frequency identification (RFID).
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.4 Summarize services provided by networked hosts
  • Server roles
  • Internet appliances
  • Legacy/embedded systems
  • Internet of Things (IoT) devices
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.5 Given a scenario, install and configure basic wired/wireless small office/home office (SOHO) networks
  • Internet Protocol (IP) addressing
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.6 Compare and contrast common network configuration concepts
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Virtual LAN (VLAN)
  • Virtual private network (VPN)
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.7 Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features
  • Internet connection types
  • Network types
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.8 Given a scenario, use networking tools
  • Crimper
  • Cable stripper
  • WiFi analyzer
  • Toner probe
  • Punchdown tool
  • Cable tester
  • Loopback plug
  • Network tap
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Chapter 3 Hardware
  • 3.1 Explain basic cable types and their connectors, features, and purposes
  • Network cables
  • Peripheral cables
  • Video cables
  • Hard drive cables
  • 3.2 Given a scenario, install the appropriate RAM
  • RAM types
  • Single-channel/Dual-channel
  • Triple Channel
  • Quad-channel
  • Exam essentials
  • 3.3 Given a scenario, select and install storage devices
  • Hard drives
  • SSDs
  • Drive configurations
  • Removable storage
  • Exam essentials
  • 3.4 Given a scenario, install and configure motherboards, central processing units (CPUs), and add-on cards
  • Motherboard form factor
  • Motherboard connector types
  • Motherboard compatibility
  • Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)/Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) settings
  • Encryption
  • CPU architecture
  • Expansion cards
  • Cooling
  • Exam essentials
  • 3.5 Given a scenario, install or replace the appropriate power supply
  • Input 115V vs. 220V
  • Output 3.3V vs. 5V vs. 12V.
  • 20-pin to 24-pin motherboard adapter
  • Redundant power supply
  • Modular power supply
  • Wattage rating
  • Exam essentials
  • 3.6 Given a scenario, deploy and configure multifunction devices/printers and settings
  • Properly unboxing a device - setup location considerations
  • Use appropriate drivers for a given OS
  • Device connectivity
  • Public/shared devices
  • Configuration settings
  • Security
  • Network scan services
  • Automatic document feeder (ADF)/flatbed scanner
  • Exam essentials
  • 3.7 Given a scenario, install and replace printer consumables
  • Laser
  • Inkjet
  • Thermal
  • Impact
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Chapter 4 Virtualization and Cloud Computing
  • 4.1 Summarize cloud computing concepts
  • Common cloud models
  • Cloud characteristics
  • Desktop virtualization
  • Exam essentials
  • 4.2 Summarize aspects of client-side virtualization
  • Purpose of virtual machines
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Chapter 5 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
  • 5.1 Given a scenario, apply the best practice methodology to resolve problems
  • Always consider corporate policies, procedures, and impacts before implementing changes
  • 1. Identify the problem
  • 2. Establish a theory of probable cause (question the obvious)
  • 3. Test the theory to determine cause
  • 4. Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem and implement the solution
  • 5. Verify full system functionality and, if applicable, implement preventive measures
  • 6. Document the findings, actions, and outcomes
  • Exam essentials
  • 5.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU, and power
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials
  • 5.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and diagnose problems with storage drives and RAID arrays
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials.
  • 5.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot video, projector, and display issues
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials
  • 5.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common issues with mobile devices
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials
  • 5.6 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve printer issues
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials
  • 5.7 Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems with wired and wireless networks
  • Common symptoms
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Part II CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam 220-1102
  • Chapter 6 Operating Systems
  • 1.1 Identify basic features of Microsoft Windows editions
  • Windows 10 editions
  • Windows 11
  • Feature differences
  • Upgrade paths
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.2 Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tool
  • Navigation
  • Command-line tools
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.3 Given a scenario, use features and tools of the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system (OS)
  • Task Manager
  • Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in
  • Additional tools
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.4 Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft Windows 10 Control Panel utility
  • Internet Options
  • Devices and Printers
  • Programs and Features
  • Network and Sharing Center
  • System
  • Windows Defender Firewall
  • Mail
  • Sound
  • User Accounts
  • Device Manager
  • Indexing Options
  • Administrative Tools
  • File Explorer Options
  • Power Options
  • Ease of Access
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.5 Given a scenario, use the appropriate Windows settings
  • Time and Language
  • Update and Security
  • Personalization
  • Apps
  • Privacy
  • System
  • Devices
  • Network and Internet
  • Gaming
  • Accounts
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.6 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop
  • Workgroup vs. domain setup
  • Local OS firewall settings
  • Client network configuration
  • Establish network connections.
  • Proxy settings
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.7 Given a scenario, apply application installation and configuration concepts
  • System requirements for applications
  • OS requirements for applications
  • Distribution methods
  • Other considerations for new applications
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.8 Explain common OS types and their purposes
  • Workstation OSs
  • Cell phone/tablet OSs
  • Various filesystem types
  • Vendor life-cycle limitations
  • Compatibility concerns between OSs
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.9 Given a scenario, perform OS installations and upgrades in a diverse OS environment
  • Boot methods
  • Types of installations
  • Partitioning
  • Drive format
  • Upgrade considerations
  • Feature updates
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.10 Identify common features and tools of the macOS/desktop OS
  • Installation and uninstallation of applications
  • Apple ID and corporate restrictions
  • Best practices
  • System Preferences
  • Features
  • Disk Utility
  • FileVault
  • Terminal
  • Force Quit
  • Exam essentials
  • 1.11 Identify common features and tools of the Linux client/desktop OS
  • Common commands
  • Best practices
  • Tools
  • Exam essentials
  • Review Questions
  • Chapter 7 Security
  • 2.1 Summarize various security measures and their purposes
  • Physical security
  • Physical security for staff
  • Logical security
  • Mobile device management (MDM)
  • Active Directory
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.2 Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods
  • Protocols and encryption
  • Authentication
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.3 Given a scenario, detect, remove, and prevent malware using the appropriate tools and methods
  • Malware
  • Tools and methods
  • Exam essentials
  • 2.4 Explain common social-engineering attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities
  • Social engineering
  • Threats
  • Vulnerabilities
  • Exam essentials.
  • 2.5 Given a scenario, manage and configure basic security settings in the Microsoft Windows OS.