Lynda - CompTIA A+ Exam Prep (220-901) Part 5: Networking

Size: 1.94 GB | Duration: 4h 44m | Video: AVC (.mp4) 1280x720 25&30fps | Audio: AAC 48KHz 2ch

Genre: eLearning | Level: Beginner | Language: English

Earning a CompTIA A+ certification validates you've obtained the foundational knowledge and skills needed for a career in IT. This six-course series is designed to both equip you as a technician for your role in IT support, and prepare you for taking the 220-901 exam, which focuses on processing, hardware, peripherals, networking, connectivity, and troubleshooting. The CompTIA A+ 220-901 exam is comprised of six key parts. The fifth, networking, is covered by this course. Instructor Mike Meyers provides an introduction to networking by exploring cables, network IDs, IP addresses, and ports. He explains how to deal with a DNS, configure a router, and set up a wireless network while applying security standards. He also discusses Internet connections, including dial-up, broadband, wireless, and more. Note: The six courses designed for the CompTIA A+ (220-901) exam preparation include core processing, core hardware, putting pieces together, peripherals, networking, and laptops and mobile devices.

Topics include:

* Working with network cables

* Establishing a local area network (LAN)

* Communicating using ping and ipconfig

* Dealing with a DNS

* Configuring routers

* Setting up a wireless network

* Troubleshooting internet connections

* Connecting to a desktop remotely

* Transferring files and selecting file sharing options