Certified - The CompTIA A+ 1201-1202 | V15 Audio Course

By Dr. Jason Edwards

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Certified: The CompTIA A+ Audio Course is built for people who want a practical, spoken path into entry-level IT support without wasting time on filler. It fits career changers, help desk candidates, junior technicians, students, and working adults who need to study during a commute, a walk, or between real responsibilities. The course assumes you are serious about learning the fundamentals, but it does not assume years of technical experience. It starts where many learners actually are: interested in IT, motivated to get certified, and looking for a resource that explains things plainly. If you have felt buried by dense books, scattered videos, or study materials that jump too quickly from topic to topic, this course is designed to feel more direct and easier to follow. It gives you a steady way to build understanding while staying focused on the real knowledge areas that matter for CompTIA A+. This course teaches the core subjects people expect from A+, including hardware, mobile devices, networking, operating systems, security, troubleshooting, and operational procedures. More important, it explains how those topics connect in real support work, so you are not just memorizing terms and hoping they stick. Each episode is written for listening first, which means the lessons are structured to make sense without slides, labs, or printed handouts in front of you. Complex ideas are broken into clear spoken steps, and technical terms are introduced in a way that helps you keep moving instead of getting lost. That makes the course useful for repeat listening, which is one of the biggest advantages of audio. You can reinforce key concepts while driving, exercising, doing chores, or getting ready for work, turning small blocks of time into steady exam preparation. What makes this course different is that it respects both the certification and the listener. It does not try to sound flashy, and it does not bury the point under jargon. Instead, it treats A+ as a practical foundation for real IT work and teaches the material in a calm, credible voice that helps you stay engaged over time. The goal is not just to help you recognize exam language, but to help you understand what a technician is seeing, deciding, and fixing. Success here means you can hear a support scenario, identify the likely issue, think through the right tools or settings, and make a sound choice with confidence. By the end, you should feel more prepared for the exam, more fluent in the language of IT support, and more ready to step into entry-level technical work with a solid base under you.

Episode Date
Welcome to the A+ Audio Course!
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 90 — Use AI Features Responsibly While Protecting Privacy Accuracy and Trust
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 89 — Choose Remote Access Methods That Solve Support Problems Without New Risk
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 88 — Use Scripting File Types and Automation Safely for Everyday Support Work
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 87 — Communicate With Customers Professionally Under Pressure Without Sounding Robotic
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 86 — Protect Privacy Licensing Compliance and Incident Evidence With Professional Care
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 85 — Control Dust Heat Humidity Power Problems and Hazardous Disposal Risks
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 84 — Work Safely With ESD Grounding Lifting Storage and Repair Discipline
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 83 — Design Backup Strategies Restore Choices Testing Schedules and Rotation Schemes
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 82 — Apply Change Management With Rollback Plans Risk Review and Acceptance Checkpoints
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 81 — Build Tickets Asset Records SOPs SLAs and Knowledge Articles That Help Later
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 80 — Troubleshoot PC Security Symptoms From False Alerts to Browser Hijacks
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 79 — Recognize Rooted Spoofed or Malicious Mobile Apps Before Damage Spreads
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 78 — Troubleshoot Mobile Apps Updates Reboots Connectivity Failures and Battery Drain
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 77 — Solve Service Startup Failures Low-Memory Warnings and Missing OS Symptoms
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 76 — Troubleshoot Windows Crashes Boot Failures Instability and Slow Profile Loads
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 75 — Harden Browser Behavior Downloads Extensions Certificates and Privacy Settings Wisely
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 74 — Lock Down SOHO Routers SSIDs Firewalls Ports and Management Access
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 73 — Destroy Wipe Recycle and Document Retired Devices the Right Way
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 72 — Secure Mobile Devices With Encryption Patching Content Filtering and Remote Control
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 71 — Enforce Practical Endpoint Habits That Protect Data Accounts and Unattended Devices
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 70 — Harden Workstations With Strong Passwords Lockouts BIOS Settings and Service Control
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 69 — Execute a Clean SOHO Malware Removal Process From Quarantine to Recovery
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 68 — Understand DoS Insider Risk Zero-Day Attacks Injection Attacks and Exposure Paths
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 67 — Spot Phishing Vishing Smishing Spoofing and Impersonation Before Users Fall for Them
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 66 — Choose Detection Removal and Prevention Methods That Actually Match the Threat
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 65 — Recognize Malware Families From Ransomware to Fileless Attacks With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 64 — Compare WPA2 WPA3 AES TKIP and Enterprise Authentication Methods Clearly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 63 — Manage Domains Policies BitLocker EFS and User Rights Without Confusion
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 62 — Secure Windows With Defender Firewalls Accounts Permissions and Encryption Tools
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 61 — Apply Least Privilege MFA SSO PAM MDM and DLP With Purpose
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 60 — Understand Physical Access Controls Logical Controls and Identity Security Fundamentals
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 59 — Deploy Cloud Productivity Tools With Sync Identities Licensing and Collaboration in Mind
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 58 — Install Applications That Match Device Limits Compatibility and Business Impact
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 57 — Understand Linux Configuration Files Boot Components and Network Troubleshooting Tools
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 56 — Navigate Linux Files Permissions Packages and Basic Administrative Commands
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 55 — Use Finder iCloud FileVault Time Machine and Terminal With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 54 — Master macOS Installation Settings Built-In Tools and Everyday Support Workflows
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 53 — Configure Domain Workgroup Sharing Firewall and Proxy Settings on Windows Clients
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 52 — Tune Power Options Explorer Views Accounts Networking and Update Behavior
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 51 — Configure Windows Settings for Usability Devices Privacy and Administrative Control
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 50 — Manage Disks Files System Health and Policies From the Command Line
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 49 — Navigate Windows Command-Line Networking and Discovery Tasks Without Hesitation
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 48 — Diagnose Windows Faster With Resource Monitor msconfig Registry Editor and More
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 47 — Use Task Manager MMC Tools and Core Windows Consoles Effectively
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 46 — Compare Windows Editions Features Upgrade Paths and Hardware Requirements Clearly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 45 — Plan Partitions Repair Installs Updates and Compatibility Before Touching Production Systems
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 44 — Perform Clean Installs Upgrades Imaging and Multiboot Deployments With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 43 — Understand Desktop Mobile and Filesystem Choices Across Today’s Operating Systems
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 42 — Solve Print Queues Tray Errors and Printer Connectivity Issues Cleanly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 41 — Clear Print Defects Paper Handling Failures and Finishing Problems Confidently
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 40 — Fix Limited Connectivity Authentication Failures and Bad Internet Behavior Fast
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 39 — Troubleshoot Wireless Drops Jitter Latency and Weak Network Performance
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 38 — Resolve Mobile Connectivity Performance Malware and Application Failure Symptoms Methodically
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 37 — Fix Battery Screen Charging and Physical Damage Issues on Mobile Devices
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 36 — Solve Display and Projector Problems From Burn-In to Distorted Images
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 35 — Recognize Drive Failures RAID Alarms Data Loss Patterns and Storage Delays
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 34 — Isolate CPU RAM and Motherboard Problems Before Replacing Good Parts
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 33 — Diagnose POST Failures Blank Screens Overheating and Unstable Power Symptoms
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 32 — Operationalize Elasticity Availability Multitenancy and File Sync in Cloud Environments
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 31 — Compare Cloud Deployment Models and Service Models Without Fuzzy Definitions
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 30 — Use Sandboxing and Application Virtualization to Explain Why Virtualization Matters
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 29 — Understand Virtual Machines Hypervisors Containers and Desktop Virtualization Clearly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 28 — Service Thermal and Impact Printers While Avoiding Classic Support Mistakes
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 27 — Maintain Laser and Inkjet Printers Without Guesswork or Wasted Parts
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 26 — Secure Shared Printers Scanning Workflows and Network Print Services Correctly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 25 — Deploy Printers and Multifunction Devices With the Right Drivers and Settings
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 24 — Select and Install Reliable Power Supplies for Modern PC Builds
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 23 — Choose Expansion Cards Cooling Methods and System Hardware Upgrades Wisely
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 22 — Configure CPUs Firmware Boot Settings Security Features and Virtualization Support
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 21 — Install Motherboards Connectors and Compatible System Boards Correctly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 20 — Understand RAID Levels Removable Storage and Optical Media Tradeoffs
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 19 — Choose Hard Drives and Solid-State Storage for the Right Job
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 18 — Compare RAM Form Factors DDR Generations ECC and Channel Layouts
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 17 — Connect Storage Interfaces Adapters and Hardware Connectors With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 16 — Master Copper Fiber Video and Peripheral Cables Without Second Guessing
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 15 — Understand Display Panels Digitizers Image Quality and Monitor Behavior
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 14 — Use Crimpers Testers Loopback Plugs and Taps Like a Technician
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 13 — Compare Internet Access Types and Network Types Without Memorization Fatigue
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 12 — Build Wired Wireless and Remote Access SOHO Connectivity That Actually Works
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 11 — Configure IPv4 IPv6 and Core SOHO Addressing Decisions Correctly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 10 — Identify Routers Switches Access Points Firewalls and Other Network Devices
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 9 — Map DNS Records DHCP Behavior VLANs and VPNs With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 8 — Understand Server Roles Internet Appliances Legacy Systems and IoT Services
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 7 — Master Wireless Bands Channels Standards and Short-Range Radio Technologies Clearly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 6 — Tell TCP and UDP Traffic Apart Under Technician Pressure
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 5 — Decode Common Network Ports Protocols and Their Real-World Purposes Quickly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 4 — Manage Location Services MDM Sync and Mobile App Support Without Confusion
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 3 — Configure Cellular Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on Modern Mobile Devices Correctly
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 2 — Choose Mobile Accessories and Wired Wireless Connectivity Options With Confidence
Apr 26, 2026
Episode 1 — Understand Mobile Device Hardware Replacements Before They Become Expensive Support Mistakes
Apr 26, 2026