CompTIA A+ (APLUS) – Outline

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Module 1: Troubleshooting basics

  • Troubleshooting methodology
  • The troubleshooting toolkit

Module 2: Client operating systems

  • Comparing Windows editions
  • Configuring Windows Explorer
  • The Command Line utility
  • Virtualization

Module 3: Configuring the operating system

  • System configuration tools
  • System information and monitoring
  • Task management
  • Configuration files

Module 4: Configuring hardware settings

  • Device and hardware settings
  • Disks and partitions

Module 5: Networking PCs

  • Creating network connections
  • Sharing files and printers
  • Remote connections

Module 6: Authentication and user security

  • Users and authentication
  • Windows security policies
  • File system security

Module 7: Securing systems and data

  • Identifying common threats
  • Physical security
  • Digital security
  • Data destruction and disposal
  • Malware detection and removal

Module 8: Preventative maintenance

  • Performing backups
  • Disk maintenance
  • Updating software

Module 9: Securing networks

  • Securing wired networks
  • Securing wireless networks

Module 10: Troubleshooting system hardware

  • Troubleshooting core system elements
  • Troubleshooting storage devices
  • Troubleshooting laptop computers

Module 11: Display and printer troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting display issues
  • Printer troubleshooting

Module 12: Network troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting the physical network
  • Troubleshooting the logical network

Module 13: Operating system troubleshooting

  • Startup and recovery tools
  • Troubleshooting Windows and application issues

Module 14: Mobile devices

  • Comparing tablets and laptops
  • Basic features of mobile operating systems
  • Mobile networks and email
  • Methods for securing mobile devices
  • Synchronizing data

Module 15: Operating system installation and upgrades

  • Preparing to install Windows
  • Windows installation
  • Windows upgrades and compatibility

Appendix A: CompTIA A+ acronyms

  • List of abbreviations

Appendix B: Certification exam objectives map

  • Comprehensive exam objectives