Professor Messer’s Free 220-701 and 220-702 CompTIA A+ Training Course

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CompTIA 220-701 A+ Essentials

Section 1: Hardware

1.0 – Free A+ Training Course Overview (19:55) 1.0 – Introduction to Personal Computers (25:46) 1.1 – Storage Devices (20:33) 1.2 – Motherboard Form Factors (15:22) 1.2 – I/O Interfaces (16:43) 1.2 – Memory Slots (9:19) 1.2 – Processor Sockets (7:39) 1.2 – Bus Architectures and Expansion Slots (20:47) 1.2 – PATA and SATA (15:05) 1.2 – RAID (13:16) 1.2 – Chipsets (10:57) 1.2 – BIOS and CMOS (24:32) 1.3 – Computer Power (21:33) 1.4 – CPU Technologies (15:15) 1.5 – Cooling Systems (12:04) 1.6 – An Overview of Memory (13:32) 1.6 – Identifying Memory Types (19:47) 1.7 – Display Devices (13:20) 1.8 – Input Devices (15:27) 1.9 – Adapter Cards (13:07) 1.10 – Laptop Expansion Devices (9:10) 1.10 – Laptop Communications (9:05) 1.10 – Laptop Power Technologies (9:13) 1.10 – Laptop Input Devices (5:46) 1.11 – Printer Types (14:22) 1.11 – Printer Components, Consumables, and Interfaces (13:54)

Section 2: Troubleshooting, Repair and Maintenance

2.1 – The Troubleshooting Process (15:08) 2.2 – Operating System Issues (14:23) 2.2 – Hardware Issues (9:23) 2.2 – Documentation and Resources (9:49) 2.3 – Troubleshooting Printing (13:48) 2.4 – Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Laptops (19:42) 2.5 – Preventive Maintenance (11:19)

Section 3: Operating Systems and Software

3.0 – Using a Virtual Machine (13:17) 3.1 – Operating Systems (26:43) 3.2 – The Windows User Interface (14:25) 3.2 – Command Line Utilities (14:57) 3.3 – Directories and Files (26:52) 3.3 – Planning a Windows Installation (15:31) 3.3 – Installing Windows Vista (14:03) 3.3 – Installing Windows XP (14:41) 3.3 – Installing Windows 2000 (11:18) 3.3 – Upgrading Windows (23:57) 3.3 – Post-Installation Tasks (19:48) 3.4 – Boot Options (23:32)

Section 4: Networking

4.1 – Protocols and Addresses (24:10) 4.1 – Common Ports (11:15) 4.1 – Network Technologies (18:20) 4.2 – Network Cabling and Connectors (16:23) 4.3 – Network Types (13:23) 4.3 – Wireless Networking (21:11)

Section 5: Security

5.1 – Security Fundamentals (18:46) 5.2 – Security Technologies (17:15)

Section 6: Operational Procedures

6.1 – Managing Safety Hazards (17:30) 6.2 – The Human Component: Communication (9:15) 6.2 – The Human Component: Professionalism (13:36)

CompTIA 220-702 Practical Application
Section 1: Hardware

1.1 – Installing and Configuring Storage Devices (12:30) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Motherboards (14:29) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Power Supplies (7:10) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Processors (6:46) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Memory (9:41) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Adapter Cards (7:33) 1.1 – Installing and Configuring Cooling Systems (10:50) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Storage Devices (7:42) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Motherboards (11:22) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Power Supplies (9:59) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Processors (8:21) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Memory (8:59) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Adapter Cards (6:21) 1.2 – Troubleshooting Cooling Systems (5:25) 1.3 – Installing and Troubleshooting Laptop Components (10:22) 1.4 – The A+ Toolbag (9:30) 1.5 – Troubleshooting Printer Problems (12:49)

Section 2: Operating Systems

2.1 – Command Line Troubleshooting (29:45) 2.2 – Differentiating Between Windows Versions (8:50) 2.3 – Disk Management Tools (10:21) 2.3 – Managing Disks (18:19) 2.3 – Administrative Tools (11:05) 2.3 – Managing Devices (15:05) 2.3 – Managing Tasks (12:16) 2.3 – Other System Tools (13:23) 2.4 – Common Operational Issues (9:54) 2.4 – Troubleshooting Error Messages (17:36) 2.4 – System Performance and Optimization (14:25)

Section 3: Networking

3.1 – Troubleshooting TCP/IP Settings (10:46) 3.1 – Troubleshooting Mail, FTP, and Proxy Settings (9:31) 3.1 – Network Troubleshooting Tools (16:34) 3.1 – Firewalls and Secure Connections (13:06) 3.2 – Network Connections (14:39) 3.2 – Wireless Networks (12:55) 3.2 – Installing and Configuring Wireless Routers (20:04)

Section 4: Security

4.1 – Resolving Malware Issues (15:21) 4.2 – Operating System Security Issues (13:43)