Exam Cram Notes For CompTIA® A+™ Core 1 Certification

A+^™ Core 1 Cram Notes

Contents

1. 1. PC Hardware
   1. 1.1 Configure and apply BIOS settings
   2. 1.2 Differentiate between motherboard components, their purposes, and properties
   3. 1.3 Compare and contrast RAM types and features
   4. 1.4 Install and configure expansion cards
   5. 1.5 Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media
   6. 1.6 Differentiate among various CPU types and features and select the appropriate cooling method
   7. 1.7 Compare and contrast various connection interfaces and explain their purpose
   8. 1.8 Install an appropriate power supply based on a given scenario
   9. 1.9 Evaluate and select appropriate components for a custom configuration, to meet customer specifications or needs
   10. 1.10 Given a scenario, evaluate types and features of display devices
   11. 1.11 Identify connector types and associated cables
   12. 1.12 Install and configure various peripheral devices

1. 2. Networking
   1. 2.1 Identify types of network cables and connectors
   2. 2.2 Categorize characteristics of connectors and cabling
   3. 2.3 Explain properties and characteristics of TCP/IP
   4. 2.4 Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose
   5. 2.5 Compare and contrast wireless networking standards and encryption types
   6. 2.6 Install, configure, and deploy a SOHO wireless/wired router using appropriate settings
   7. 2.7 Compare and contrast Internet connection types and features
   8. 2.8 Identify various types of networks
   9. 2.9 Compare and contrast network devices, their functions, and features
   10. 2.10 Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools

1. 3. Laptops
   1. 3.1 Install and configure laptop hardware and components
   2. 3.2 Compare and contrast the components within the display of a laptop
   3. 3.3 Compare and contrast laptop features

1. 4. Printers
   1. 4.1 Explain the differences between the various printer types and summarize the associated imaging process
   2. 4.2 Given a scenario, install, and configure printers
   3. 4.3 Given a scenario, perform printer maintenance

1. 5. Operational Procedures
   1. 5.1 Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures
   2. 5.2 Explain environmental impacts and the purpose of environmental controls
   3. 5.3 Given a scenario, demonstrate proper communication and professionalism
   4. 5.4 Explain the fundamentals of dealing with prohibited content/activity

1. 6. Annexure
   1. 6.1 MS DOS
   2. 6.2 Windows 95
   3. 6.3 Windows 2000
   4. 6.4 Windows XP
   5. 6.5 Windows Vista
   6. 6.6 Aero Interface