CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam Overview

Mar 31, 2025

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CompTIA A+ Core 2 Practice Exam Overview

Introduction

  • Over 200 questions designed to mirror the real CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam.
  • Aimed to assess readiness for certification.

Key Topics Covered

Security Management

  1. Group Policy with Active Directory

    • Efficient method for applying security settings across devices.
    • Provides centralized management and scalability.

  2. Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)

    • Additional security layer beyond passwords.
    • Incorporates SMS or third-party applications.

  3. Vishing Attack

    • A type of social engineering attack via voice communication.

  4. OS Updates

    • Critical for safeguarding against known exploits.

IT Infrastructure

  1. Network Connections and Tools

    • Use of netstat to examine active connections and diagnose issues.

  2. Operating System Choices

    • Closed source OS example: Mac OS X.
    • Command ifconfig for IP configs in macOS.

  3. VPN Setup

    • Secure tunneling, hiding IP addresses, encrypting network traffic.

  4. Disk and File Security

    • Full Disk Encryption (FDE) and BitLocker.
    • Secure disposal of SSDs using shredding.

Network and Connectivity

  1. Network Troubleshooting

    • DNS server investigation for resolution issues.
    • Use of nslookup and pathping for detailed network analysis.

  2. Printer and Device Management

    • Use of Device Manager (devmgmt.msc) for managing hardware devices.

Software and System Management

  1. Application Management

    • Windows utility Programs and Features for repairing applications.

  2. Backup Solutions

    • Use of robocopy for robust file copying and mirroring in backups.

  3. File System Types & Management

    • NTFS for Windows, APFS for Mac OS, ext3 for Linux.

  4. Remote Assistance Tools

    • VNC for remote desktop control within a local network.

  5. Virtual Machine Management

    • Significance of RAM quantity for hypervisor performance.

Security Practices

  1. Chain of Custody

    • Importance in legal proceedings for forensic analysis.

  2. Social Engineering and Phishing

    • Anti-phishing training and recognizing phishing threats.

  3. Firewall and Security Settings

    • Port 3389 for RDP connections.
    • Account lockout policies to prevent unauthorized access.

  4. Encryption and Data Security

    • Utilization of EFS for file-level encryption.
    • Privacy screens to prevent shoulder surfing.

Operational Procedures

  1. Change Management

    • Importance of rollback plans for system changes.
    • Documenting change logs for process integrity.

  2. System Recovery and Maintenance Tools

    • Use of Disk Cleanup and Disk Defragment for optimizing system performance.

  3. User Access Control

    • Implementing least privilege for enhanced security.

  4. Environment and Physical Security

    • Importance of proper ventilation and dust control in computing environments.

Conclusion

  • Completing the practice exam equips candidates with insights into potential questions.
  • Encouraged to review material and reattempt questions to ensure readiness for certification exam.

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