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CompTIA A+. 2006 vs. 2009. Essentials Examination. 220-601. 220-701. Additions in 220-701: Domain 1. Solid state storage. Blu -Ray optical disks. eSATA Processor sockets. Processor ID, # of cores, 32 vs. 64 bit. Biometrics. Touch screen, KVM, resolution & refresh. Cellular WAN. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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CompTIA A+2006 vs. 2009
Essentials Examination220-601
Domain % of Exam1.0 Personal Computer Components 21%
2.0 Laptop and Portable Devices 11%
3.0 Operating Systems 21%4.0 Printers and Scanners 9%5.0 Networks 12%6.0 Security 11%7.0 Safety and Environmental Issues 10%
8.0 Communication and Professionalism 5%
Total 100%
220-701Domain % of Exam
1.0 Hardware 27%2.0 Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance 20%
3.0 Operating System and Software 20%
4.0 Networking 15%5.0 Security 8%6.0 Operational Procedure 10%
Total 100%
Additions in 220-701: Domain 1
Solid state storage. Blu-Ray optical disks. eSATA Processor sockets. Processor ID, # of cores, 32 vs. 64 bit. Biometrics. Touch screen, KVM, resolution & refresh. Cellular WAN.
Objectives in 220-701: Domain 2
Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory. Given a scenario, explain and interpret common hardware
and operating system symptoms and their causes. Given a scenario, determine the troubleshooting methods
and tools for printers. Given a scenario, explain and interpret common laptop
issues and determine the appropriate basic troubleshooting method.
Given a scenario, integrate common preventative maintenance techniques
Domain 3 Emphasis220-601
Windows 2000, Windows XP.
General discussion of system utilities.
General discussion of disk file systems and traits.
Diagnostic procedures and trouble shooting techniques.
220-701 Windows 2000, Windows
XP, Windows Vista. Detailed discussion of
expanded system utility list.
Detailed description of file systems, their use and management.
Data migration and system recovery tools and procedures.
Networking Objectives Increased detail of media types including
termination and installations. Major use of scenario type questions to
show understanding of protocol use. Discussion of wireless setup including MAC
filtering and DHCP settings.
Security New technologies and techniques. More situational and scenario questions. Less changes in content than most
objectives.
Safety and Environment More focus on causes of safety issues and
environmental situations. Physical safety scenarios (lifting, heat, etc.) Cable management and tripping hazards. ESD, EMI & RFI.
Communications & Professionalism
Positive attitude. Cultural sensitivity. Personal distractions. Time management.
A+ Practical Application Test
220-702
220-702 Objectives Hardware Operating Systems Networking Security
Hardware Additions Details and comparison of RAID levels. Capture cards (TV & video). Media readers. Specialty testers (power supply, cable, etc.).
OS Additions Expanded CLI utilities and their use. OS version differences in directory
structures including system file locations. Aero settings. UAC
Networking Additions TCP/IP settings. Proxy settings. Router/Access Point configuration. Consumer VoIP. Basic firewall configuation.
Security Additions BIOS security. Vista User Access Control (UAC). User and Group security. Permission propagation. Education of users.
2006 to 2009 TransitionBR0-003
Bridge Exam Same objectives as 220-701. Single test over new material. End of lifetime cert.
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