CompTIA A+ Certification Training

The latest version of CompTIA A+ is CompTIA A+ 2009 Edition. Two exams are necessary to be certified: CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701; and CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702.

CompTIA A+ Essentials

measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with a recommended 500 hours of hands-on experience in the lab or field. It tests for technical understanding of computer technology, networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism now required of all entry-level IT professionals.

CompTIA A+ Practical Application

is an extension of the knowledge and skills identified in CompTIA A+ Essentials, with more of a "hands-on" orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.

CompTIA ( N+ )

The CompTIA Network+ certification is the sign of a competent networking professional. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that proves a technician's competency in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and configuring basic network infrastructure. Since its introduction in 1999, more than 235,000 people have become CompTIA Network+ certified. Microsoft includes CompTIA Network+ in their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell, Cisco and HP also recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates h of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

Objective

• Understanding networking concepts and types
• Connecting networks
• Maintaining the network
• Troubleshooting the network
• Accessing and using a TCP/IP network
• Preparing for network installation

Who's It For?

Network+ Certification training is considered a solid foundational certification for anyone interested in an IT career or to prove existing knowledge in basic IT networking and network support. With Network+ certification training at New Horizons, the student will learn:

• Basics of networking theory, concepts and networking methods
• asics of networking data delivery
• Networking media, cabling and hardware
• Networking protocols and the OSI model
• Networking Operating Systems
• TCP/IP fundamentals
• Basics of PC and networking security

Linux+

Linux+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of individuals with at least six months of practical Linux experience. Professionals who want to certify their technical knowledge in basic installation, operation and troubleshooting for Linux operating systems should consider this certification. The skills and knowledge measured by this examination were developed with global input to assure accuracy, validity and reliability.

CompTIA has introduced the Linux+ certification to measure foundation-level Linux operating system proficiency as a reliable indicator of employee success for both professionals and employers in:

• Installation
• Configuration
• Management
• Security
• Documentation
• Hardware