kenpat 1bd8ce13ec Merge study-tracker into repo + update exam goal to July 7

- Updated README with combined navigation and exam details
- Updated SCHEDULE.md exam goal from June 30 to July 7, 2026
- Added certifications/roadmap.md with full cert path (A+ → CCNA → AWS → CKA)
- Added certifications/a-plus-core2.md with exam details, domain breakdown,
  practice test log, weak areas, and homelab experience map

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CompTIA A+ Core 2 Schedule

Exam goal: July 7, 2026 (hard deadline: July 12) Dates: June 10 through July 7, 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.

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