A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 2

Overview

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This course covers the essential security topics you need for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam. You’ll learn how to protect systems, networks, and data from common threats. The course covers both physical and logical security, wireless protocols, enterprise authentication, and malware prevention and removal. You’ll learn how to secure workstations and mobile devices, recognize social engineering and technical attacks, and apply best practices for small office and home office security. Hands-on activities include browser security, data disposal, and understanding regulatory requirements. Each lesson is designed to build your skills and prepare you for real-world IT security tasks and certification.

Syllabus

A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 2

In this module, you will focus on essential security concepts. Apply a security mindset when planning, deploying, configuring, and monitoring technology. Topics include physical and logical security, wireless security protocols and authentication, malware and social engineering, Windows security, workstation security, mobile device security, data disposal and destruction, small office/home office (SOHO) security, and web browser security. Security awareness is critical, as all systems and networks are vulnerable. Computer security is a key focus of the A exam.