CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71)

Skills You’ll Get

• Assemble and identify core hardware components. 
• Set up and configure peripheral device, audio, and video equipment 
• Troubleshooting hardware issues like power, cooling, and memory problems. 
• Navigate and manage operating systems, including Windows and Linux. 
• Run basic Linux commands and use tools like Task Manager and PowerShell. 
• Install and manage software applications. 
• Format documents, create presentations, and use web browsers. 
• Use SQL commands to create, delete, and query databases. 
• Set up wired and wireless networks. 
• Configure routers, DHCP servers, and network adapters. 
• Create virtual machines and understand cloud computing & AI concepts. 
• Identify security vulnerabilities and implement best practices such as encryption and VPN setup. 
• Resolve overheating issues, memory errors, and IP conflicts
• Create backups and restore points for data continuity.

Introduction

• What Is the CompTIA Tech+ Certification?
• Exam Objectives

Core Hardware Components

• Introducing Internal Components
• Exploring Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
• Exploring Storage and Expansion Devices
• Exploring Power and Cooling
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Peripherals and Connectors

• Installing and Configuring Audio and Video Devices
• Understanding External Storage and Communications Connectors
• Understanding Input, Output, and Power Devices
• Understanding Installation Basics
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Computing Devices and the Internet of Things

• Exploring Larger Computing Devices
• Understanding the Internet of Things
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Operating Systems

• Operating System Fundamentals
• Managing an Operating System
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Software Applications

• Understanding Application Installation and Management
• Exploring Common Application Types
• Using Web Browsers
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Software Development

• Exploring Programming Languages
• Understanding Programming Concepts and Techniques
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Database Fundamentals

• Understanding Databases
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Networking Concepts and Technologies

• Exploring Connection Types and Features
• Understanding Network Connectivity Essentials
• Setting Up a Small Wireless Network
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence

• Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing
• Exploring Artificial Intelligence
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Security Concepts and Threats

• Understanding Hackers and Motives
• Understanding Security Threats
• Understanding Access Control
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Security Best Practices

• Understanding Security Best Practices
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Data Continuity and Computer Support

• Understanding Data Continuity
• Exploring Computer Support Concepts
• Summary
• Exam Essentials

Appendix

• Flashcard

CompTIA Tech+ Hands-on LAB Activities

Core Hardware Components

• Troubleshooting the Audio System
• Replacing the Internal HDD
• Connecting to a Cable Modem
• Replacing the SMPS

Peripherals and Connectors

• Connecting a Desktop
• Connecting an External Speaker and Headphones
• Configuring a Network Adapter
• Connecting an SD Card
• Connecting an External Hard Disk
• Adding a Keyboard Layout
• Protecting the Computer Using a UPS
• Installing a Printer
• Configuring the Mouse Settings
• Sharing a Printer
• Connecting a Wireless Mouse
• Connecting a Printer to a Laptop via Bluetooth

Computing Devices and the Internet of Things

• Connecting an iPhone to WiFi
• Connecting a Docking Station
• Replacing a Laptop Battery
• Connecting an iPhone to a Laptop via Bluetooth
• Implementing Physical Security
• Setting Up Amazon Echo

Operating Systems

• Using Basic Linux Commands
• Finding Files in Linux
• Manipulating Files in Linux
• Creating New User Account
• Configuring UAC Settings
• Managing NTFS Permissions
• Working with the Task Manager
• Creating a Shortcut
• Running Commands on Windows PowerShell
• Creating a Linux User and Group
• Running the Disk Cleanup
• Compressing and Decompressing a File in Linux
• Creating a Volume
• Using the Task Scheduler
• Propagating Permissions
• Configuring a Default Domain Password Policy

Software Applications

• Setting Automatic Windows Updates
• Configuring a Firewall
• Formatting a Text to Bold in Word
• Inserting a Table in PowerPoint
• Creating a Simple Chart in Excel
• Detecting Rootkits
• Configuring the Edge Pop-Up Blocker
• Setting the Default Browser

Software Development

• Creating Functions in Java
• Creating an HTML Script
• Creating an array
• Using the if-else Statement
• Using the while Loop
• Using the for Loop
• Calling the Nested Function

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Database Fundamentals

• Using the DELETE Statement
• Using the CREATE TABLE Statement
• Using the INSERT INTO Statement
• Using the SELECT Statement

Networking Concepts and Technologies

• Connecting to a DSL Network
• Connecting to an Ethernet Network
• Creating a Demilitarized Zone
• Configuring a DHCP Server
• Creating a Home Wireless Network
• Connecting a Laptop to a Television
• Configuring a Router

Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence

• Creating a Virtual Machine

Security Concepts and Threats

• Analyzing Malware
• Conducting an IP Spoofing Attack
• Simulating a DoS Attack

Security Best Practices

• Performing a Quick Scan
• Understanding Symmetric Encryption
• Configuring a VPN Connection
• Cracking Passwords Using Cain and Abel

Data Continuity and Computer Support

• Restoring Files
• Creating a Local Backup
• Troubleshooting IP Addressing Issues
• Troubleshooting the Heating Issue
• Troubleshooting Memory Issue
• Creating a Restore Point