Initial Core 2 study project

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+# CompTIA A+ Core 2 Schedule
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+Dates: June 10 through June 30, 2026
+
+## Phase 1: Baseline and Operating Systems
+
+June 10:
+- Review exam structure and domain map.
+- Study small section OS-1: Windows editions and system information.
+- Enter system information commands.
+- Lab: identify system edition, version, build, CPU, RAM, and architecture.
+- Quiz: OS-1 only, after study.
+
+June 11:
+- Windows command-line tools: `ipconfig`, `ping`, `tracert`, `netstat`, `nslookup`, `chkdsk`, `sfc`, `dism`, `gpupdate`, `gpresult`, `shutdown`.
+- Lab: collect network and system info from a Windows or Linux machine.
+
+June 12:
+- Windows administrative tools: Task Manager, Services, Event Viewer, Disk Management, Device Manager, System Configuration, Local Users and Groups, Performance Monitor.
+- Quiz: Operating Systems set 1.
+
+June 13:
+- Linux basics: file systems, terminal commands, app installation, permissions, backups, system settings.
+- Lab: Linux command practice.
+
+June 14:
+- Mobile operating systems: Android/iOS settings, accounts, synchronization, app management, connectivity, backups.
+- Quiz: Operating Systems set 2.
+
+## Phase 2: Security
+
+June 15:
+- Security fundamentals: authentication, authorization, least privilege, MFA, password policies, account types.
+
+June 16:
+- Malware types, symptoms, removal process, browser security, social engineering.
+- Lab: malware response tabletop.
+
+June 17:
+- Wireless security, SOHO router hardening, encryption, firewalls, physical security.
+- Quiz: Security set 1.
+
+June 18:
+- Data protection: backups, recovery, EFS, BitLocker/FileVault concepts, secure disposal, privacy.
+
+June 19:
+- Security review and mixed PBQ-style scenarios.
+- Quiz: Security set 2.
+
+## Phase 3: Software Troubleshooting
+
+June 20:
+- Windows symptoms: boot issues, BSOD, services failing, application crashes, slow performance.
+
+June 21:
+- Application, browser, and network-related software issues.
+- Lab: troubleshooting decision tree.
+
+June 22:
+- Mobile app, OS, connectivity, and security troubleshooting.
+- Quiz: Software Troubleshooting set 1.
+
+June 23:
+- Mixed troubleshooting scenarios with root cause analysis.
+
+## Phase 4: Operational Procedures
+
+June 24:
+- Documentation, ticketing, change management, asset management, incident handling.
+
+June 25:
+- Safety, ESD, environmental controls, professionalism, communication.
+- Quiz: Operational Procedures set 1.
+
+June 26:
+- Backup types, recovery testing, disaster recovery, remote access etiquette.
+
+## Phase 5: Final Review
+
+June 27:
+- Full mixed practice exam 1.
+- Review every missed question.
+
+June 28:
+- Targeted weak-domain labs and flash review.
+
+June 29:
+- Full mixed practice exam 2.
+- Final cram sheet.
+
+June 30:
+- Light review only.
+- Focus on missed-question log, acronyms, command syntax, and PBQ strategy.