31 Days Before Your CompTIA A+ Certification Exam
31 Days Before Your CompTIA A+ Certification Exam offers you a friendly, practical way to understand the A+ certification process, commit to taking the A+ 220-901 and 220-902 exams, and finish your preparation using a variety of Primary and Supplemental study resources.
The 900 series A+ exams test knowledge and skills needed to manage and troubleshoot desktop, laptop, and mobile hardware and networking technologies; install, use, and troubleshoot Windows, Linux, and OS X; utilize virtualization, strengthen security, and work effectively as an IT technician.
Sign up for the exam and use this book's day-by-day guide and checklist to organize, prepare, and review. Each day in this guide breaks down an exam topic into a manageable bit of information to review using short summaries. Daily Study Resources sections provide quick references for locating more in-depth treatment within Primary and Supplemental resources.
This book's features help you fit exam preparation into a busy schedule:
? Visual tear-card calendar summarizing each day's study topic
? Checklist for tracking your progress in mastering exam objectives
? Description of the organization and sign-up process for the A+ 220-901 and 220-902 exams
? Strategies to prepare mentally, organizationally, and physically for exam day
? Conversational tone to make study more enjoyable
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Covers: CompTIA A+ 220-901 and 220-902
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Laura Schuster has been working in the information systems field since 1979. She has held numerous IT positions, including systems analyst, network administrator, consultant, project manager, and technical support manager. She currently works as a full-time professor at Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio. She teaches A+, Network+, and other information systems courses. Laura has an MOD in organisational development, is an MCNE, and holds CompTIA A+, Network+, and Oracle certifications.
Dave Holzinger has been a curriculum developer, project manager, author, and technical editor for the Cisco Networking Academy program in Phoenix, Arizona, since 2001. Dave has helped develop many online courses, including IT Essentials, CCNA, and CCNP. He has been working with computer hardware and software since 1981. Dave has certifications from Cisco, BICSI, and CompTIA, including the A+.
Introduction xviii
Day 31: BIOS/UEFI Settings 1
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 1
Key Topics 1
Purpose of the BIOS 1
Booting with BIOS 3
Accessing the Physical BIOS 3
The POST 4
Complementary Metal-oxide Semiconductor 4
UEFI 5
Booting with UEFI 6
Firmware Upgrades 7
Boot Security Measures 7
Study Resources 8
Day 30: Motherboard Components 9
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 9
Key Topics 9
Motherboards 9
CPU Sockets 11
Chipsets 12
Clock Rates 13
RAM Slots 14
Expansion Slots 16
Power Connectors 17
Study Resources 18
Day 29: PC Component Installation, Part 1 19
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 19
Key Topics 19
Motherboard Preparation and Installation 19
Install Expansion Cards 24
Install Storage Devices 25
Study Resources 28
Day 28: PC Component Installation, Part 2 29
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 29
Key Topics 29
PC Connection Interfaces 29
Install Power Supply 35
Custom PC Configurations 37
Study Resources 39
Day 27: Peripheral Devices and Connectors 41
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 41
Key Topics 41
Types of Display Devices 41
Video Settings 43
Analog Versus Digital Displays 45
Privacy/Antiglare Filters 46
Using Multiple Displays 46
Display Connector Types 47
Device Cables and Connectors 50
Installing and Configuring Common Peripheral Devices 52
Study Resources 54
Day 26: Printer Installation 55
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 55
Key Topics 55
Selecting a Printer 55
Installing Printers 55
Installing Multifunction Printers for SOHO 56
Printer Drivers 57
Configuring the Printer 57
Local Connections 58
Network Printer Installation 59
Wireless Printing 62
Cloud Printing/Remote Printing 62
Apple Printing 62
Secure Printing 62
Study Resources 63
Day 25: Printer Technologies and Maintenance 65
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 65
Key Topics 65
Printer Types and Features 65
Printer Connections 73
Printer Maintenance and Optimization 74
Study Resources 76
Day 24: Network Cabling 77
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 77
Key Topics 77
Fiber 77
Twisted Pair 78
Coaxial 81
Study Resources 82
Day 23: IP Addressing 83
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 83
Key Topics 83
IP Version 4 83
Client-side DHCP 88
Client-side DNS 88
Classless Inter-domain Routing 88
IP Version 6 89
Study Resources 91
Day 22: Ports and Protocols 93
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 93
Key Topics 93
Common Ports 93
Common Protocols 96
Study Resources 100
Day 21: SOHO Router Installation 101
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 101
Key Topics 101
Wireless Standards 101
SOHO Router Configuration 101
Study Resources 105
Day 20: Network Devices and Internet Connections 107
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 107
Key Topics 107
Connecting to an ISP 107
Wireless Connections 111
Network Types 113
Networking Devices 115
Study Resources 119
Day 19: Laptop Components and Features 121
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 121
Key Topics 121
Laptop Expansion Options 121
Laptop Hardware Replacement 122
Laptop Displays 125
Laptop Features 126
Laptop Accessories 126
Study Resources 127
Day 18: Mobile Device Components and Features 129
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 129
Key Topics 129
Tablets and Smartphones 129
Specialty Mobile Devices 130
Wearable Devices 130
Mobile Device Connection Types 131
Mobile Device Accessories 133
Study Resources 134
Day 17: Hardware Troubleshooting, Part 1 135
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 135
Key Topics 135
Troubleshooting Motherboards 135
Troubleshooting RAM 136
Troubleshooting CPUs 137
Troubleshooting Power 138
Troubleshooting Hard Drives 139
Troubleshooting RAID Arrays 139
Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues 140
Study Resources 141
Day 16: Network Troubleshooting and Tools 143
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 143
Key Topics 143
Common Network Symptoms 143
Cabling Tools 144
Command-line Tools 146
Study Resources 154
Day 15: Hardware Troubleshooting, Part 2 155
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 155
Key Topics 155
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices and Laptops 155
Troubleshooting Printers 163
Troubleshooting Printer Installation 166
Maintaining Printers 166
Optimizing Printers 168
Study Resources 169
Day 14: Windows Installation 171
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 171
Key Topics 171
Windows Features 171
Installing Windows 175
Study Resources 187
Day 13: Windows Tools 189
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 189
Key Topics 189
Microsoft Command-line Tools 189
Administrative Tools 191
System Utilities 199
Windows Control Panel Utilities 200
Study Resources 207
Day 12: Windows Networking and Maintenance 209
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 209
Key Topics 209
Domains Versus Homegroups Versus Workgroups 209
Establishing Network Connections 216
Preventive Maintenance Procedures 220
Study Resources 225
Day 11: Mac and Linux Operating Systems 227
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 227
Key Topics 227
Features of Mac and Linux 227
Mac and Linux Tools 229
The Terminal 230
Mac and Linux Best Practices 232
Study Resources 233
Day 10: Client-side Virtualization and Cloud Concepts 235
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 235
Key Topics 235
Virtual Machines and Their Requirements 235
Cloud Concepts and Services 237
Study Resources 239
Day 9: Network Services 241
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 241
Key Topics 241
Server Roles 241
Internet Appliances 242
Study Resources 243
Day 8: Mobile Operating Systems Management 245
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 245
Key Topics 245
Mobile Operating Systems Features 245
Mobile Device Connectivity and Email 249
Firmware, Updates, and Identification 252
Mobile Device Data Synchronization 252
Study Resources 253
Day 7: Security Threat Prevention 255
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 255
Key Topics 255
Common Security Threats and Vulnerabilities 255
Common Prevention Methods 257
Study Resources 261
Day 6: User Access, Device Security, and Data Disposal 263
CompTIA A+ 220-901 Exam Topics 263
Key Topics 263
Windows OS Security Settings 263
Security Best Practices to Secure a Workstation 266
Securing Mobile Devices 267
Data Destruction and Disposal Methods 268
Study Resources 270
Day 5: SOHO Security Implementation 271
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 271
Key Topics 271
Wireless Security 271
Study Resources 276
Day 4: PC Operating System and Security Troubleshooting 277
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 277
Key Topics 277
Troubleshooting Operating Systems 277
Common PC Security Issues 287
Study Resources 290
Day 3: Mobile OS and Security Troubleshooting 291
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 291
Key Topics 291
Troubleshooting Mobile OS and Application Issues 291
OS and Application Tools 293
Troubleshooting Mobile OS and Application Security Issues 294
Mobile OS and Application Security Tools 296
Study Resources 297
Day 2: Safety and Environmental Procedures 299
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 299
Key Topics 299
Safety Procedures 299
Proper Component Handling and Storage 303
Incident Response and Licensing 304
Study Resources 305
Day 1: Professionalism and Troubleshooting Methodology 307
CompTIA A+ 220-902 Exam Topics 307
Key Topics 307
Proper Communication Techniques 307
Applying the Troubleshooting Theory 309
Study Resources 311
Exam Day 313
What You Need for the Exam 313
What You Should Receive After Completion 313
Summary 314
Post-Exam Information 315
Receiving Your Certificate 315
Examining Certification Options 315
If You Failed the Exam 316
Summary 317
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