What This Book Covers
Chapter 1, Mobile Devices, prepares you to test your knowledge of all aspects of mobile devices, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, from installation and connectivity to the management of devices.
Chapter 2, Networking, helps you test your knowledge of all aspects of networking, including protocols and ports through to different networking devices and the types of connectivity.
Chapter 3, Hardware, tests your knowledge of all aspects of hardware, cable types, devices, and the appropriate memory.
Chapter 4, Virtualization and Cloud Computing, tests your knowledge of all aspects of virtualization, including client-side virtualization, the use of resources, and security. In addition, it helps you to prepare to work with cloud models and services.
Chapter 5, Hardware and Network Troubleshooting, tests your knowledge of the best practices for troubleshooting, then examines how to troubleshoot different aspects of networking and hardware.
Chapter 6, Mock Exam: Core 1 (220-1101), offers a comprehensive assessment of your understanding of A+ Core 1 (220-1101) objectives. Challenge your problem-solving abilities and exam preparedness with an authentic set of CompTIA A+ exam questions.
Chapter 7, Operating Systems, tests your skills regarding installing and supporting the Windows operating system, including the command line and client support. We will also test the skills you will need for system configuration imaging and troubleshooting on macOS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux OS.
Chapter 8, Security, evaluates your readiness for the exam by focusing on identifying and selecting controls used to mitigate security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections. Wireless security, threats, and vulnerabilities including common methods of social engineering are also covered in this chapter.
Chapter 9, Software Troubleshooting, assesses your knowledge when troubleshooting PC and mobile device issues, which can include common operating systems, malware, and security issues.
Chapter 10, Operational Procedures, assesses your competence in adhering to best practices related to safety, environmental impact, communication, and professionalism. Important elements such as change management, backup and recovery, and privacy concepts are also covered in this chapter.
Chapter 11, Mock Exam: Core 2 (220-1102), provides you with a thorough evaluation of your grasp of the A+ Core 2 (220-1102) exam objectives. You can test your problem-solving skills and exam readiness against a realistic selection of CompTIA A+ exam questions.