This course covers the security practices and operational procedures that round out the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam, including how to protect endpoint systems, respond to threats, and follow professional IT best practices.
Security & Operational Procedures
Security & Operational Procedures
This course is part of CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Specialization
Instructors: Dakota Snow
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
How to apply essential security practices including access controls, encryption, and multi-factor authentication to protect endpoint systems.
How to detect, remove, and prevent malware infections and respond to common security threats in a workstation environment.
How to follow professional operational procedures including documentation practices, change management, and environmental and safety protocols.
Skills you'll gain
- Security Management
- Endpoint Security
- Hardening
- Safety Standards
- Security Controls
- Human Factors (Security)
- Threat Detection
- Security Testing
- Malware Protection
- Authentications
- Operational Performance Management
- Security Engineering
- Vulnerability Management
- Threat Management
- Incident Response
- Information Technology Operations
- Incident Management
- Security Awareness
- Change Management
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Assessments
5 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Specialization
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