CompTIA Security+ Certification

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Computers and Operating Systems (7 topics)

• Information Technology
• Personal Computers (PC)
• Functions of an Operating System
• Types of Operating System
• Microsoft Windows • Apple Mac
• OS X and iOS and Blackberry
• Linux, Chrome, and Android

Setting up a Workstation and Using Windows (8 topics)

• Setting up a PC System
• Ergonomic Concepts
• Navigating an OS
• Using Input Devices
• Icons and Windows
• File Explorer and Control Panel
• Using a Web Browser
• Exercises / Setting Up the Computer / Exploring the Start Screen / Exploring the Desktop and Taskbar

Installing and Configuring Windows (4 topics)

• Installing Windows
• Completing Setup
• Managing User Accounts
• Exercises / Managing User Accounts

Software Application (5 topics)

• Installing and Configuring Software
• Managing Software
• Productivity Software
• Collaboration Software • Specialized Software • Utility Software • Virtualization •
• Exercises / Managing Software Applications

Troubleshooting and Support (4 topics)

• Support and Troubleshooting
• Getting Support
• Using a Search Engine
• Exercises / Using a Search Engine

Input Devices (5 topics)

• Computer Connector Types
• Input Devices
• Installing and Uninstalling Peripherals
• Configuring Peripherals
• Exercises / Configuring an Input Device

Output Devices (6 topics)

• Video Cards
• Display Devices
• Display Connectors and Cable Types
• Display Settings
• Multimedia Ports and Devices
• Exercises / Playing Audio

Storage Devices (4 topics)

• Hard Disk Drives
• Optical Discs and Drives
• Flash Memory
• Exercises / Adding a Removable Drive

File Management (5 topics)

• Managing the File System
• Folders
• Files
• Searching for Folders and Files
• Exercises / File Explorer / Creating, Renaming, and Copying Folders and Files / View Options and Search / Compressing Files / Deleting and Recycling Files

Printers and Scanners (9 topics)

• Printer Types
• Laser Printers
• Inkjet Printers
• Thermal Transfer Printers
• Printer Interfaces
• Installing and Configuring a Printer
• Scanners
• Fax Modems
• Exercises / Using a Printer

System Components (7 topics)

• Selecting a Computer
• Motherboard Components
• Processors
• System Memory
• Expansion Bus
• System Cooling
• Exercises / Specifying PC Systems

Environment and Power (7 topics)

• ESD Precautions
• Device Placement
• Power Supply Units
• Energy Efficiency
• Power Protection
• Safe Disposal and Recycling
• Exercises / Adjusting Power Options

Setting Up a Network (5 topics)

• Network Components
• TCP/IP
• Setting up a Local Network
• Setting Up a Wireless Network
• Exercises / Network Settings

Sharing and Storage (5 topics)

• Windows Client Software
• Local Sharing and Storage
• Hosted Sharing and Storage
• Backups
• Exercises / Homegroups and File Sharing

Mobile Devices (6 topics)

• Using a Mobile Device
• Mobile Applications and App Stores
• Network Connectivity
• Email Configuration
• Synchronization and Data Transfer
• Bluetooth and NFC

Basic Security Threats (5 topics)

• Computer Security Basics
• Malware
• Preventing Malware Infections
• Patch Management
• Exercises / Using Windows Defender and Windows Update

Security Best Practices (5 topics)

• Spam
• Social Engineering
• Hardware Theft and Device Hardening
• Managing User Authentication
• User Education

Web Browsing Best Practices (7 topics)

• Using Free / Open Networks
• Configuring Web Browser Security
• Managing Plug-ins
• Digital Certificates and Anti-phishing
• Managing Cookies and PII
• Enabling a Firewall
• Exercises / Web Security / Installing a Plug-in