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IT Fundamentals (CompTIA A+ Prep)

Your launchpad into IT — hardware, operating systems, networking, mobile, troubleshooting, and security fundamentals for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams.

Beginner0.9 hours8 lessons
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What You'll Learn

  • ✓Identify and describe the components inside a modern PC and how they work together
  • ✓Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems
  • ✓Configure and support smartphones, tablets, and mobile operating systems
  • ✓Apply networking fundamentals to set up and troubleshoot home and small-business networks
  • ✓Install, share, and troubleshoot printers and common peripherals
  • ✓Apply a structured troubleshooting methodology to any IT problem
  • ✓Implement endpoint security: malware defence, authentication, encryption
  • ✓Follow professional operational procedures and deliver excellent customer service

Prerequisites

  • •No prior IT experience required
  • •Basic comfort with using a computer — clicking, typing, installing software

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Hardware and Systems

  1. 01Computer Hardware: CPU, Memory, Storage, and Motherboard7 min
  2. 02Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, and Linux7 min
  3. 03Mobile Devices and Mobile Operating Systems6 min

Module 2: Connectivity and Peripherals

  1. 01Networking Fundamentals for Technicians7 min
  2. 02Printers, Peripherals, and Common Hardware Issues6 min

Module 3: Troubleshooting and Security

  1. 01Troubleshooting Methodology6 min
  2. 02Security Fundamentals for Endpoint Devices7 min
  3. 03Operational Procedures and Customer Service6 min

Practice for the Real Exam

After completing this course, test yourself with exam-style practice questions.

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