This course covers three essential competency areas for IT support professionals: peripheral devices and connectivity, operating system installation and management, and display technologies. Covering approximately 5 hours of expert instruction, learners develop skills in USB connectivity, OS deployment, system troubleshooting, and monitor technology.
Peripherals, Operating Systems, & Display
Peripherals, Operating Systems, & Display
This course is part of CompTIA A+ Core 1 Specialization
Instructors: Mike Meyers
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
How to identify and configure peripheral connections including USB types, display interfaces, and expansion cards for workstation environments
How to install, configure, and maintain Windows operating systems including installation methods, upgrade paths, and OS management tools
How to troubleshoot common system issues and configure display technologies including resolution, refresh rate, and multi-monitor setups
Skills you'll gain
- Technical Support
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Display Devices
- System Configuration
- Help Desk Support
- Remote Access Systems
- USB
- Peripheral Devices
- Technical Support and Services
- Computer Hardware
- Technical Services
- Desktop Support
- Data Storage
- Computer Displays
- Software Installation
- Operating System Administration
- Networking Hardware
Tools you'll learn
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Assessments
6 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the CompTIA A+ Core 1 Specialization
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