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Learning
Segments:
Domain One:
Personal Computer Components
Storage Devices
System Board Form Factors, Ports and Slots
CPU Terminology and Cache
Expansion Slots, Riser Boards and Hard drives
Chipsets, BIOS, CMOS and Demo
Power Supply and CPU Technologies
Types of RAM and Memory Chip Package
Monitors, Input Devices, Adapter Cards
Disassembly, Reassembly and Upgrading
Monitor Adjustments
Types of Connectors and Cooling Systems
Installing and configuring EIDE, SCSI and Display Devices
Recognizing, Isolating and Troubleshooting Common Problems
Basic Troubleshooting Procedures and Cleaning Components
Observing Safety Measures
Identifying Cables and Connectors
Add and Configure Hardware
Review Questions
Domain Two:
Laptops and Portable Devices
Display Options and Input Devices
Configuring Power Management and Demo
Troubleshooting Laptop Issues and Preventative Maintenance
Parts of a Laptop
Review Questions
Domain Three:
Operating Systems
Major Desktop Components and Demo
Major System Files
Disk, Directories, Files and Demo
Working in File Systems
Optimizing and Upgrading your OS & Demo
Compatibility and Requirements
Drivers, Drivers Signing Demo, Add/Remove Hardware Demo
and Optimizing the OS Demo
Troubleshooting, Boot Sequence Errors and Alternative
Boot Modes Demo
Recovery Disks, Methods and Troubleshooting Utilities
Operating System Comparison
Windows Installation
System Restore
Review Questions
Domain Four:
Printers and Scanners
Types of Printers
Laser Printers
Printer Connection Types
Recognizing and Resolving Common Printer Problems
Consumables and Environmental Issues
Printer Installation Demo
Add a Printer
Review Questions
Domain Five:
Networks
Network Cables
LANs vs. WANs and Network Protocols
Basic IP Addressing
Network Architectures, Network Interface Card and Configuration
Demo
Connectivity Devices, Wireless Networks and Establishing
Internet Connectivity
Troubleshooting Networks
Internet Connection Speed
Review Questions
Domain Six:
Security Hardware Security, Deconstruction and Recycling
Software Security, Authentication and File Security
Wireless Security, Configuration Demo, Data Security,
Incidence Reporting and Social Engineering
Configuring, Upgrading, Optimizing and Troubleshooting
Security
Understanding Windows Firewall
Review Questions
Domain Seven:
Safety and Environmental Issues
Observing Safety Measures
Review Questions
Domain Eight:
Communication and Professionalism Behavior Skills
CompTIA A+ Acronyms
Review Questions
Tips and Recommendations
A+ Essentials eBook
A+ Specialist
Domain One:
Personal Computer Components
Motherboard
Power Supplies CPUs and Memory
Display Devices, Input Devices and Adapter Cards Cooling
Systems
IDE/ATA Interface Microprocessors
Diagnostic Procedures and Troubleshooting Techniques
Troubleshooting Tools and Preventative Maintenance
Basic Input/Output System Setup
Memory Troubleshooting
Review Questions
Domain Two:
Laptops and Portable Devices
Communication Connections
Components and Power Types
Configuring Power Management and Laptop Hardware
Troubleshooting Laptop Issues
Power Options
Review Questions
Domain Three:
Operating Systems
Command Line Functions
Disk Management
Windows Explorer
Disk Defragmentation
System Configuration Utility
Installing, Configuring, Optimizing and Upgrading
Diagnostic Procedures
Troubleshooting Utilities and Preventative Maintenance
Command Line Functions and Utilities System Backup
Maintenance Software and Procedures
Review Questions
Domain Four:
Printers and Scanners
Fundamental Principles
Laser Printers
Installing, Configuring, Optimizing and Upgrading
Recognizing and Resolving Common Printer Problems
Troubleshooting Tools and Preventative Maintenance
Laser Printing
Review Questions
Domain Five:
Networks Identifying Fundamental Principles of Networks
Installing, Configuring, Optimizing and Upgrading Networks
Tools and Diagnostic Procedures
Network Protocols
Review Questions
Domain Six:
Security Fundamental Principles of Security Installing,
Configuring, Optimizing and Upgrading Security
Tools and Diagnostic Procedures
Social Engineering NTFS Permissions
Review Questions
Domain Seven:
Safety and Environmental Issues
Observing Safety Measures for People
Observing Safety Measures for Equipment
Observing Safety Measures for Environment
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Review Questions
Domain Eight:
Communication and Professionalism
Communication Skills, Behavior, and Property
Review Questions
Preparation for the Tests
Day of the Test
A+ Specialist eBook
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