What you'll learn

Operating systems are the beating heart of computer systems: the hidden engine that makes everything else possible. Every IT professional must have a solid grounding in modern operating systems. In this course, Operating Systems for CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202), you will see the pros and cons of today’s most popular operating systems and how to set them up for productive and secure computing. First, you will explore different editions of Windows, decide between an in-place upgrade and a clean install, understand domain versus workgroup networking, and understand the basics of PowerShell. Next, you will discover how to build your own management consoles, install applications, set up Windows as a network client, navigate the Linux file system from the Terminal, and secure the macOS. Finally, you will know the best practices for ongoing operating system maintenance and management. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge needed to use the key features of the most popular operating systems: Windows, macOS, and Linux.