You want the satisfaction and rewards of a bright professional future. The new CompTIA A+ Core Series covers expanded content on growing parts of the IT support role including an expansion of baseline security topics and a different approach to defining competency in operational procedures. The certification will help you reach new heights by validating essential IT professional skills. Rewarding Career CompTIA A+ (Core 1 & Core 2) certification is your first step towards a fulfilling IT career in cloud computing, networking, mobility, security or systems administration. Units 1. Troubleshooting 2. Motherboards and CPUs 3. Computer power supplies 4. Memory 5. Computer expansion 6. Physical storage 7. Input-output devices 8. Display Devices 9. Operating systems 10. Windows management 11. Network basics 12. Network cables and connectors 13. Network protocols 14. Wireless networking 15. Windows networking 16. Virtualization and cloud computing 17. Mobile devices 18. Security principles 19. Security technologies 20. Securing devices and data 21. SOHO network configuration 22. Printers and multi-function print devices 23. Custom computers 24. Operational procedures
Develop the skills commonly performed by advanced end-users, including using security and web browsing best practices and understanding the functions of common operating systems and networks Fundamental Skills Earning your CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification demonstrates your foundational knowledge of desktop, laptop and mobile systems, servers, software installation, and security. Learning Advantage If you’re new to the world of IT, completing your IT Fundamentals certification ensures you have foundational IT knowledge. Plus it paves the way to more advanced certifications like CompTIA A+. Units: 1. Introduction 2. Core Hardware Components 3. Peripherals and Connectors 4. Computing Devices and the Internet of Things 5. Operating Systems 6. Software Applications 7. Software Development 8. Database Fundamentals 9. Networking Concepts and Technologies 10. Security Concepts and Threats 11. Security Best Practices 12. Business Continuity and Computer Support
Gain thorough knowledge of an introduction to networks, networking topologies, connectors and wiring standards, IP addressing and IP subnetting, wide area networks. Units: Network Theory: Networking Overview, Network Standards and the OSI Model Network Types, Identify Network Configurations, Data Transmission Methods Bounded Network Media: Copper Media Fiber Optic Media, Bounded Network Media Installation, Noise Control Unbounded Network Media: Wireless Networking, Wireless Network Devices And Components, Install a Wireless Network Network Implementations: Physical Network Topologies, Logical Network Topologies, Ethernet Networks, Network Devices VLANS TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery: The TCP/IP Protocol Suite, IPV4 Addressing, Default IP Addressing Schemes, Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes, IPV6 Address Implementation, Delivery Techniques Routing: Enable Static Routing, Implement Dynamic IP Routing TCP/IP Services: Assign IP Addresses, Domain Naming Services, TCP/IP Commands, Common TCP/IP Protocols WAN Infrastructure: WAN Basics, WAN Connectivity Methods, WAN Transmission Technologies, Unified CommunicationTechnologies Cloud and Virtualization Technologies: Virtualizations and Implementations, Cloud Computing Network Security Basics: Introduction to Network Security Vulnerabilities, Threats And Attacks, Authentication Methods, Encryption Methods Preventing Security Breaches: Physical Security Controls, Network Access Controls, Install and Configure Firewalls, Harden Networks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Educate Users Responding To Security Incidents: Incident Management and Response, Basic Forensic Concepts Remote Networking: Remote Network Architectures, Remote Access Networking Implementations, Virtual Private Networking, VPN Protocols Network Management: Network Monitoring Configuration Management, Documentation Network Performance Optimization Troubleshooting Network Issues: Network Troubleshooting Models, Network Troubleshooting Utilities, Hardware Troubleshooting Tools, Common Connectivity Issues, Troubleshoot Security Configuration Issues, Troubleshoot Security Issues Appendix: Appendix A: Mapping Course Content To The Comptia Network+ Exam, Appendix B: Network Fault Tolerance And Disaster Recovery, Appendix C: Planning And Implementing a Soho Network, Appendix D: Legend For Icons Used In Network+ Figures
You want the satisfaction and rewards of a bright professional future. The new CompTIA A+ Core Series covers expanded content on growing parts of the IT support role including an expansion of baseline security topics and a different approach to defining competency in operational procedures. The certification will help you reach new heights by validating essential IT professional skills. Rewarding Career CompTIA A+ (Core 1 & Core 2) certification is your first step towards a fulfilling IT career in cloud computing, networking, mobility, security or systems administration. Units 1. Troubleshooting 2. Motherboards and CPUs 3. Computer power supplies 4. Memory 5. Computer expansion 6. Physical storage 7. Input-output devices 8. Display Devices 9. Operating systems 10. Windows management 11. Network basics 12. Network cables and connectors 13. Network protocols 14. Wireless networking 15. Windows networking 16. Virtualization and cloud computing 17. Mobile devices 18. Security principles 19. Security technologies 20. Securing devices and data 21. SOHO network configuration 22. Printers and multi-function print devices 23. Custom computers 24. Operational procedures
Develop the skills commonly performed by advanced end-users, including using security and web browsing best practices and understanding the functions of common operating systems and networks Fundamental Skills Earning your CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification demonstrates your foundational knowledge of desktop, laptop and mobile systems, servers, software installation, and security. Learning Advantage If you’re new to the world of IT, completing your IT Fundamentals certification ensures you have foundational IT knowledge. Plus it paves the way to more advanced certifications like CompTIA A+. Units: 1. Introduction 2. Core Hardware Components 3. Peripherals and Connectors 4. Computing Devices and the Internet of Things 5. Operating Systems 6. Software Applications 7. Software Development 8. Database Fundamentals 9. Networking Concepts and Technologies 10. Security Concepts and Threats 11. Security Best Practices 12. Business Continuity and Computer Support
Gain thorough knowledge of an introduction to networks, networking topologies, connectors and wiring standards, IP addressing and IP subnetting, wide area networks. Units: Network Theory: Networking Overview, Network Standards and the OSI Model Network Types, Identify Network Configurations, Data Transmission Methods Bounded Network Media: Copper Media Fiber Optic Media, Bounded Network Media Installation, Noise Control Unbounded Network Media: Wireless Networking, Wireless Network Devices And Components, Install a Wireless Network Network Implementations: Physical Network Topologies, Logical Network Topologies, Ethernet Networks, Network Devices VLANS TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery: The TCP/IP Protocol Suite, IPV4 Addressing, Default IP Addressing Schemes, Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes, IPV6 Address Implementation, Delivery Techniques Routing: Enable Static Routing, Implement Dynamic IP Routing TCP/IP Services: Assign IP Addresses, Domain Naming Services, TCP/IP Commands, Common TCP/IP Protocols WAN Infrastructure: WAN Basics, WAN Connectivity Methods, WAN Transmission Technologies, Unified CommunicationTechnologies Cloud and Virtualization Technologies: Virtualizations and Implementations, Cloud Computing Network Security Basics: Introduction to Network Security Vulnerabilities, Threats And Attacks, Authentication Methods, Encryption Methods Preventing Security Breaches: Physical Security Controls, Network Access Controls, Install and Configure Firewalls, Harden Networks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Educate Users Responding To Security Incidents: Incident Management and Response, Basic Forensic Concepts Remote Networking: Remote Network Architectures, Remote Access Networking Implementations, Virtual Private Networking, VPN Protocols Network Management: Network Monitoring Configuration Management, Documentation Network Performance Optimization Troubleshooting Network Issues: Network Troubleshooting Models, Network Troubleshooting Utilities, Hardware Troubleshooting Tools, Common Connectivity Issues, Troubleshoot Security Configuration Issues, Troubleshoot Security Issues Appendix: Appendix A: Mapping Course Content To The Comptia Network+ Exam, Appendix B: Network Fault Tolerance And Disaster Recovery, Appendix C: Planning And Implementing a Soho Network, Appendix D: Legend For Icons Used In Network+ Figures
CompTIA Linux+ validates the competencies required of an early career system administrator supporting Linux systems. CompTIA Linux+ covers common tasks in major distributions of Linux, including the Linux command line, basic maintenance, installing and configuring workstations, and networking. Preparing Your Environment Sifting Through Services Managing Files, Directories, and Text Searching and Analyzing Text Explaining the Boot Process Maintaining System Startup and Services Configuring Network Connections Comparing GUIs Adjusting Localization Options Administering Users and Groups Handling Storage Protecting Files Governing Software Tending Kernel Modules Applying Ownership and Permissions Looking at Access and Authentication Methods Implementing Logging Services Overseeing Linux Firewalls Embracing Best Security Practices Analyzing System Properties and Remediation Optimizing Performance Investigating User Issues Dealing with Linux Devices Troubleshooting Application and Hardware Issues Deploying Bash Scripts Automating Jobs Controlling Versions with Git Understanding Cloud and Virtualization Concepts Inspecting Cloud and Virtualization Services Orchestrating the Environment
CompTIA Cloud+ validates the skills you need to maintain and optimize cloud infrastructure services. Cloud+ covers the increased diversity of knowledge, skills and abilities required of system administrators to validate what is necessary to perform effectively in data center jobs. CompTIA Cloud+ views cloud-based infrastructure services as an increasingly important piece of an organization’s IT systems. An Introduction to Cloud Computing Configurations and Deployments Cloud Deployments Security in the Cloud Implementing Cloud Security Maintaining Cloud Operations Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, and Ongoing Maintenance Cloud Management Cloud Management Baselines, Performance, and SLAs Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Networking and Security Issues and Understanding Methodologies
CompTIA Server+ certified candidates can work in any environment because it is the only vendor-neutral certification covering the major server platforms. It is the only industry certification that covers the latest server technologies including virtualization, security and network-attached storage. Server Hardware Installing and Configuring Servers Server Maintenance Storage Technologies Identifying Capacity and Fault Tolerance Requirements Securing the Server Securing Server Data and Network Access Networking Disaster Recovery Troubleshooting Hardware and Software Issues Troubleshooting Storage Issues