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From scratch…<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to the first post of this website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This journey begin from scratch. Even if I used computers since I was a teenager, I never didn’t really dive into IT very deep. Curious by nature, with the desire to knowing how things work, I knew almost enough for taking the Core 1 of the CompTIA A+<\/a> certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But first thing first, what is the CompTIA A+?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today\u2019s core technologies from security to networking to virtualization and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today\u2019s digital world.<\/p>from https:\/\/www.comptia.org\/certifications\/a<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

In my opinion, if like me, you don’t have any degrees or background in IT, this should be the first step of your journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is 9 basic skills that you will master and validate with the CompTIA A+:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HARDWARE<\/summary>
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Identifying, using, and connecting hardware components and devices, including the broad knowledge about different devices that is now necessary to support the remote workforce<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

OPERATING SYSTEMS<\/summary>
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Install and support Windows OS including command line & client support. System configuration imaging and troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android and Linux OS.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

SOFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING<\/summary>
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Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware and security issues.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

NETWORKING<\/summary>
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Explain types of networks and connections including TCP\/IP, WIFI and SOHO<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

TROUBLESHOOTING<\/summary>
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Troubleshoot real-world device and network issues quickly and efficiently<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

SECURITY<\/summary>
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Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

MOBILE DEVICES<\/summary>
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Install & configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications to ensure connectivity for end- users<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

VIRTUALIZATION & CLOUD COMPUTING<\/summary>
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Compare & contrast cloud computing concepts & set up client-side virtualization<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES<\/summary>
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Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

There is 2 exams for being certified :<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CompTIA A+ – Core 1<\/strong> covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing and network troubleshooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CompTIA A+ – Core 2<\/strong> covers installing and configuring operating systems, expanded security, software troubleshooting and operational procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They’re both Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based questions (between 75 and 90 questions per exam) and you need to get a least 675\/900 for the Core 1 and 700\/900 for the Core 2 to pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field for this exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How did I prepared?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For this exam, I used :<\/p>\n\n\n\n