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CompTIA A+

CompTIA A+. 2006 vs. 2009. Essentials Examination. 220-601. 220-701. Additions in 220-701: Domain 1. Solid state storage. Blu -Ray optical disks. eSATA Processor sockets. Processor ID, # of cores, 32 vs. 64 bit. Biometrics. Touch screen, KVM, resolution & refresh. Cellular WAN.

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CompTIA A+

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  1. CompTIA A+ 2006 vs. 2009

  2. Essentials Examination 220-601 220-701

  3. Additions in 220-701: Domain 1 • Solid state storage. • Blu-Ray optical disks. • eSATA • Processor sockets. • Processor ID, # of cores, 32 vs. 64 bit. • Biometrics. • Touch screen, KVM, resolution & refresh. • Cellular WAN.

  4. Objectives in 220-701: Domain 2 • Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory. • Given a scenario, explain and interpret common hardware and operating system symptoms and their causes. • Given a scenario, determine the troubleshooting methods and tools for printers. • Given a scenario, explain and interpret common laptop issues and determine the appropriate basic troubleshooting method. • Given a scenario, integrate common preventative maintenance techniques

  5. Domain 3 Emphasis 220-601 220-701 Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista. Detailed discussion of expanded system utility list. Detailed description of file systems, their use and management. Data migration and system recovery tools and procedures. • Windows 2000, Windows XP. • General discussion of system utilities. • General discussion of disk file systems and traits. • Diagnostic procedures and trouble shooting techniques.

  6. Networking Objectives • Increased detail of media types including termination and installations. • Major use of scenario type questions to show understanding of protocol use. • Discussion of wireless setup including MAC filtering and DHCP settings.

  7. Security • New technologies and techniques. • More situational and scenario questions. • Less changes in content than most objectives.

  8. Safety and Environment • More focus on causes of safety issues and environmental situations. • Physical safety scenarios (lifting, heat, etc.) • Cable management and tripping hazards. • ESD, EMI & RFI.

  9. Communications & Professionalism • Positive attitude. • Cultural sensitivity. • Personal distractions. • Time management.

  10. A+ Practical Application Test 220-702

  11. 220-702 Objectives • Hardware • Operating Systems • Networking • Security

  12. Hardware Additions • Details and comparison of RAID levels. • Capture cards (TV & video). • Media readers. • Specialty testers (power supply, cable, etc.).

  13. OS Additions • Expanded CLI utilities and their use. • OS version differences in directory structures including system file locations. • Aero settings. • UAC

  14. Networking Additions • TCP/IP settings. • Proxy settings. • Router/Access Point configuration. • Consumer VoIP. • Basic firewall configuation.

  15. Security Additions • BIOS security. • Vista User Access Control (UAC). • User and Group security. • Permission propagation. • Education of users.

  16. 2006 to 2009 Transition BR0-003

  17. Bridge Exam • Same objectives as 220-701. • Single test over new material. • End of lifetime cert.

  18. Open Discussion Q & A

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