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CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Prep and sit for the world’s most sought-after vendor certifications. We get you exam-ready.

Description

CompTIA A+ Core 2 emphasizes essential skills in operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. It helps to connect, configure, manage, and troubleshoot today’s most widely used devices, operating systems, and cloud-based technologies—all in the context of real IT scenarios. IT professionals will gain hands-on expertise with Windows 11, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, mobile and IoT devices, Active Directory, cybersecurity, scripting, and more.

The goal of this course is to provide you with all the tools you need to prepare for the 220-1202 CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam—including text explanations, video demos, lab activities, self-assessment questions, and a practice exam—to increase your chances of passing the exam on your first try.

Course Components

  • Full eBook Text Lessons
  • Video learning
  • Hands-on Labs
  • Certification Practice Exams

Duration: Approximately 40 hours. Actual duration will vary by student experience level.

Prerequisites:

  • 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role

Course objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

  • Install, configure, and manage operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Apply security measures to protect systems and mitigate threats.
  • Troubleshoot software and operating system issues.
  • Follow operational procedures for safety, documentation, and change management.
  • Implement backup and recovery methods to ensure data integrity.

Course Outline

Lesson 14: Introduction to Operating Systems (5 hours and 12 minutes)

  • Operating Systems Overview
  • User Interaction with Operating Systems
  • Overview of Popular Operating Systems
  • 32-Bit vs. 64-Bit Operating Systems
  • Windows 11 Versions
  • Workstation Operating Systems
  • Operating Systems for Mobile Devices
  • End-of-Life (EOL) Concerns
  • Update Limitations
  • Compatibility Concerns
  • Corporate Operating System Needs
  • Basic Windows Usage Overview
  • Windows 11 Desktop Components
  • Shortcuts
  • Recycle Bin
  • Interactions Within a Window
  • Managing Windows Files and Folders
  • Searches and Indexing
  • Attributes, Compression, and Encryption
  • Introduction to Windows Settings
  • Determining the Windows Version
  • Windows Registry
  • Editing the Windows Registry
  • Backing Up Data
  • WinRE
  • Recovering the Windows OS

Lesson 15: Introduction to Scripting (5 hours and 36 minutes)

  • Scripting Overview
  • Command Prompt Overview
  • Command Prompt Basics
  • Moving Around from a Command Prompt
  • The md and rd Commands
  • Two Useful Commands: del and type
  • Copying Files
  • The attrib Command
  • Why Learn Commands?
  • PowerShell
  • Other Commands You Should look Over
  • Command Format
  • Introduction to Scripting
  • Script File Types
  • Use Cases for Scripting
  • Mitigating Consequences of Scripting
  • Environment Variables
  • Script Syntax
  • Introduction to to Script Programming
  • Variables
  • Data Types
  • Examples of Using Variables
  • Comments Within Scripts
  • Basic Script Constructs
  • Decisions: The Selection Structure
  • Compound Conditions and Logical Operators
  • Loops: The Repetition Structure
  • A Brief Look at VBScript and PowerShell

Lesson 16: Advanced Windows (7 hours and 48 minutes)

  • Advanced Windows Overview
  • Preinstallation of Windows
  • Installation/Upgrade of Windows
  • Corporate Windows Deployment
  • Verifying the Installation
  • Troubleshooting a Windows Installation
  • System Restore
  • Reloading Windows
  • Windows Updates
  • Backing Up the Windows Registry and Data
  • Configuring Windows Overview
  • Configuring Windows
  • Adding Devices
  • Installing/Removing Software
  • Computer Management Console
  • System Tools
  • User Account Management
  • Managing Storage
  • Managing Services and Applications
  • Data Sources (ODBC)
  • Print Management Console
  • Overview of the Windows Boot Process
  • Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE)
  • Startup Settings Menu
  • Task Manager
  • Monitoring System Performance
  • Speeding Up the Windows Boot Process
  • Troubleshooting the Windows Boot Process
  • Black Screen/Video Issues
  • Troubleshooting a Service That Does Not Start
  • Slow Boot
  • Troubleshooting Windows Network Settings
  • Windows Reboots/System Instability
  • Shutdown Problems
  • Summary of Troubleshooting Steps
  • Power Options
  • Supporting Windows Computers Remotely
  • Preventive Maintenance for Your Operating System
  • Cloud-Based Productivity Tools

Lesson 17: macOS and Linux Operating Systems (2 hours and 12 minutes)

  • Introduction to macOS
  • Navigating the User Interface
  • Basic System Usage, Applications, Updates, and Backups
  • Management and Troubleshooting Tools
  • Utilities
  • Introduction to Linux
  • OS Components and Common Configuration Files
  • Navigating the User Interface
  • Basic System Usage, Updates, and Backups
  • Command-Line Interface
  • macOS and Linux Best Practices

Lesson 18: Computer and Network Security (3 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Security Overview
  • Security Policy
  • Physical Security
  • Logical Security
  • Considering the End User
  • Licensing
  • Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Protecting Access to Local and Network Resources
  • Permissions
  • Folder Options
  • Protecting the Operating System and Data
  • Internet Security
  • Remote Access to Network Devices
  • Internet Appliances
  • Wireless Network Security Overview
  • Security Incident Response
  • A Final Word About Security

Lesson 19: Operational Procedures (48 minutes)

  • Operational Procedures Overview
  • Proper Power Handling and Adverse Power Conditions
  • IT Documentation
  • Change Management

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