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CompTIA A+ Core 2 Schedule
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.