Prepare for a successful career in IT with the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Complete Video Course, expertly designed to help you master essential computer hardware, networking, mobile devices, virtualization, cloud computing, and troubleshooting skills. Through engaging, hands-on demonstrations and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain practical experience configuring, maintaining, and repairing PCs, laptops, mobile devices, and networks—skills that are critical for passing the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam and excelling as a PC support specialist, help desk analyst, or IT technician. Whether you’re new to computers or looking to advance your technical expertise, this course provides the comprehensive knowledge and confidence needed to solve complex IT problems and stand out in today’s competitive job market.
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A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep Specialization
Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) Exam. Master A+ skills with hands-on labs, troubleshooting, and practice questions
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What you'll learn
Develop hands-on expertise in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting computer hardware, mobile devices, and networks.
Master core concepts of virtualization, cloud computing, and network infrastructure to support modern IT environments.
Build critical problem-solving skills using proven troubleshooting methodologies for hardware, networking, and mobile device issues.
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August 2025
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Specialization - 5 course series
What you'll learn
Install, configure, and troubleshoot laptop hardware and components through hands-on practice.
Identify and utilize advanced laptop features, display types, and security measures.
Connect and configure mobile devices using both wired and wireless technologies.
Implement effective mobile device synchronization and management solutions, including MDM.
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Configure, troubleshoot, and secure SOHO and enterprise network devices and topologies.
Master essential networking protocols, ports, and TCP/IP configurations through hands-on labs.
Identify and work with a variety of networked hosts, including servers and IoT devices.
Utilize industry-standard networking tools to build, test, and analyze network infrastructure.
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Identify, install, and troubleshoot essential PC components including CPUs, RAM, storage drives, and motherboards.
Understand and apply best practices for cable management, power supply selection, and hardware connectivity.
Configure, secure, and maintain SOHO multifunction devices and printers.
Gain hands-on experience with hardware upgrades, RAID setups, and system builds.
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What you'll learn
Understand and differentiate between virtualization technologies, including hypervisors, virtual machines, and containers.
Analyze and configure hardware requirements for effective virtualization on client and server systems.
Identify and explain core cloud computing models (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) and deployment types.
Recognize real-world applications and best practices for cloud and virtualized environments.
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What you'll learn
Apply a structured six-step troubleshooting methodology to diagnose and resolve hardware and network issues.
Use essential diagnostic tools to identify and fix problems in desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and networks.
Troubleshoot and resolve common issues with storage drives, video, power, and connectivity.
Prepare effectively for certification exams with hands-on practice, expert tips, and real-world scenarios.
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