In order to become CompTIA A+ certified from January 2019, you must pass two exams: the 220-1001 and the 220-1002 (Core 1 + Core 2). In this course we cover all aspects of Core 1, 220-1001 exam: Technical Areas Covered in the Certification CompTIA A+ CORE 1 (220-1001) Mobile Devices 14% Install and configure laptop & components Compare and contrast characteristics of various types of other mobile devices Connect and configure accessories and ports of other mobile devices & accessories Configure basic mobile device network connectivity and application support Use methods to perform mobile device synchronization Networking 20% Compare and contrast TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purposes Compare and contrast common networking hardware devices Install and configure a basic wired/wireless SOHO network Compare and contrast wireless networking protocols Summarize the properties and purposes of services provided by networked hosts Explain common network configuration concepts Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features Hardware 27% Explain basic cable and connector types, features, and their purposes Summarize power supply types and features Select and configure appropriate components & devices for a custom PC configuration to meet customer specifications or needs Configure SOHO multifunction devices/ printers and settings Install and maintain various print technologies Virtualization and Cloud Computing 12% Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts Set up and configure client-side virtualization Network and Hardware Troubleshooting 27% Use the best practice methodology to resolve problems Troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays and problems related to motherboards, RAM, power and more Troubleshoot video, projector, and display issues Troubleshoot common mobile device issues while adhering to the appropriate procedures Troubleshoot common wired and wireless network problems
