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A+ Core 2 · Learn
32 lessons in 4 units, about 48 h 15 min of reading and core practice. Each lesson ends with a quick check.
Specification
Unit 1
Install, configure, manage and support Windows, macOS and Linux client operating systems and the applications and tools used on them.
9 lessons · 15 h of study · ≈31% of the test
Unit 2
Explain threats and apply practical security controls for identities, endpoints, data, wireless access and malware response.
8 lessons · 11 h 30 min of study · ≈25% of the test
Unit 3
Use the CompTIA troubleshooting approach to resolve operating system, application, security and mobile-software problems.
7 lessons · 11 h 30 min of study · ≈22% of the test
Unit 4
Perform support work safely and professionally using documentation, change control, backup, compliance, remote support and basic automation.
8 lessons · 10 h 15 min of study · ≈23% of the test
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Operating systems · Lesson 1 of 9
Covers the purpose and differences of current Windows client editions and feature sets, plus supported upgrade and migration paths. The exam tests recognition of edition-specific capabilities and selection of the correct in-place upgrade, clean install or migration approach for a scenario.
1 h of study≈3% of the test
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