How To Pass CompTIA's A+ Core 1 Exam On The FIRST Try!

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  • @williamhoy742
    @williamhoy742 Рік тому +21

    Not advertising. However, Professor Messer's comprehensive notes are a great tool.

    • @jefferyaragon614
      @jefferyaragon614 8 місяців тому

      The Spider-man meme is Professor Messer pointing at Mike Myers, and Mike Myers pointing at Prof Messer

    • @wightclaudia
      @wightclaudia 5 місяців тому +1

      @@jefferyaragon614 they should have a cage fighting exhibition at the next big I.T conference

  • @runtelthat_tv2639
    @runtelthat_tv2639 Рік тому +9

    I passed both 1101 and 1102, and your spreadsheet was a great help. Thanks

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому +1

      Awesome! Congratulations on passing and I'm glad I was able to help in a small way!

    • @ryanspencer1342
      @ryanspencer1342 Рік тому +1

      Congratulations Runtelthat_TV! Since you just recently passed the test, can you advise if some PowerShell Labs come in the A+ 1101 Test? Thanks.... I am in the process of getting ready to go to the testing center for the Core 1 (220-1101) Certification....Any advise would be appreciated....

    • @runtelthat_tv2639
      @runtelthat_tv2639 Рік тому +1

      @Ryan Spencer no powershell.

    • @ryanspencer1342
      @ryanspencer1342 Рік тому

      @@runtelthat_tv2639 Thank uuou much! Though I spent some time practicing PowerShell today thought it wuld come in the test, it serves as a whole education anyway. Thanks again....

    • @runtelthat_tv2639
      @runtelthat_tv2639 Рік тому +1

      @Ryan Spencer check out the exam topics ... you'll thank me again.

  • @danielsavignon6652
    @danielsavignon6652 2 роки тому +3

    This is the best video about advice for Comptia a+ that I have seen so far.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much, Daniel!

  • @AngelRamirez-ot5mo
    @AngelRamirez-ot5mo Рік тому +5

    Found your channel and I want to say thank you for explaining very well what it takes to complete this exam and what to expect. I’m studying for the core 1 right now and I’m using Jason’s practice exams and professor
    Messer videos to study. Showing how you study really helped me organized my way of learning the material. Thank you!

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому +1

      I'm glad you found the information of use! Best wishes for success on your exams!

    • @AngelRamirez-ot5mo
      @AngelRamirez-ot5mo Рік тому +1

      @@tektoc thank you sir looking forward towards more of your videos!

  • @Triskaidekaphobi4
    @Triskaidekaphobi4 2 роки тому +7

    Thank you, this has given me some peace of mind. It makes sense that it would be more important to focus on the troubleshooting side of things rather than memorizing every little detail. I will be checking out your tools and applying the same study methods you used. Thank you so much!

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for watching and your comments! All success in your studies!

  • @MermaidDreamsAstrology
    @MermaidDreamsAstrology 8 місяців тому

    Totally agree - supplementing additional study resources to your main course is really helpful. Different people will have different ways of explaining things. I'm studying for my A+ from a bunch of different sources, including Mike Myers actual hardcover textbook. Knowing and understanding the material is my goal. Even if I don't pass the first time- I'll know the material to actually apply it in real life. Great video.

  • @carlossierra4128
    @carlossierra4128 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for posting , I am about 4-5 weeks away from taking the test. I too have a background in Finances but little IT experience so tools like this real help. Thanks again

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      Thanks for reaching out, Carlos, and I wish you all the best on your exams!

    • @justindgiblin
      @justindgiblin 2 роки тому +1

      did you end up passing?

    • @iam1591
      @iam1591 2 роки тому

      @@justindgiblin Yes I sure did and I have also landed my 1st IT job .

  • @Linux_Plus
    @Linux_Plus Рік тому +1

    Hi, great video! I just wanna say Thank You for sharing your knowledge. The Tool helps me a lot so i dont have to use flashcards anymore :)
    I am planing to get my exam for core 1 at the end of the October 2023

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for the feedback! Best wishes for success on your exam!

    • @Linux_Plus
      @Linux_Plus Рік тому

      i passed :)@@tektoc

  • @dj1211
    @dj1211 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, funny I just went to Udemy (I live in Washington DC) and courses were being offered at $14.99. I just passed my ITF test and am looking forward to A+

  • @sergioalcantar3290
    @sergioalcantar3290 2 роки тому +2

    If you live in the California L.A. area, a library card will give FREE access to all of Mike Meyers video instructions for CompTIA A+, (See the Burbank Library or Los Angeles Public Library). Best of luck to all.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +1

      Great tip! Thanks for that.

  • @ImxAdon
    @ImxAdon 2 роки тому +3

    I appreciate this video, I like your take on doing more research and understanding.

  • @DavidJSullivan8
    @DavidJSullivan8 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks a bunch for posting along with the memorization tool. Congratulations on passing with such a great score. Be well and safe.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks so much for checking out the video, and your comment, David! I just finished the Core 2 exam this week, and will have another (shorter) video on that, along with a Core 2 Memory tool. I should have that out in the next couple of weeks, if you are interested.

    • @DavidJSullivan8
      @DavidJSullivan8 2 роки тому

      @@tektoc studying like mad. I'm in a program at the local community College. Major test anxiety. Wrapping up in a couple of weeks. Every bit helps. I admire your confidence.

  • @mikenelson1495
    @mikenelson1495 7 місяців тому +1

    Much appreciated.

  • @jefferyaragon614
    @jefferyaragon614 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your experience. Solid content, good video.
    I'm actually going to take a gander at your tool, it looks to have a strong potential to benefit in many ways. I'm currently working towards Net+. Much of the information correlates but very different objectives of course.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  8 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for the comments! Best wishes for HUGE success in your studies!

  • @ericeclifford
    @ericeclifford Рік тому +1

    Why don't I see the troubleshooting part of the spreadsheet? I see the port page for core 1 and 2 and thats it...

  • @Puggleduncan1
    @Puggleduncan1 Рік тому

    I failed the Core 1 exam twice so far, once I may of not been prepared correctly but the second time the mouse was moving all over the screen by itself and I was a little skeptical of that considering the scores were within 10 points of each other which is fishy to me, given that I have seen the test and my score shouldn't be dropping after I have experience with the test. I'm hoping that by going to a different test center that I would have a higher chance of being successful this time around. I'll try this as part of my studying, and i'll hope for the best.

  • @tinyhaydes
    @tinyhaydes 6 місяців тому

    Great video man thank you!

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  6 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @w9s992
    @w9s992 5 місяців тому

    I just found it, great video by the way

  • @karimkarachiwalla7073
    @karimkarachiwalla7073 8 місяців тому

    Thank you. Great video. With lots of tips!!

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @NinaRaye_
    @NinaRaye_ 2 роки тому +1

    I’m taking Core 1 December 5, 2022

  • @Zepporium
    @Zepporium 7 місяців тому

    I found this video very helpful, and I also found the memory tool exceptionally helpful. Did you make your trouble shooting notes available? If so, where can I find them? I would love to review them. I'm taking my core 1 exam in exactly 1 week! Thank you for your video! I'm glad I found it!

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  7 місяців тому +1

      Glad you found this helpful, and thanks for watching! I did make TONS of notes, but they involved a lot of cutting and pasting of copyrighted material, along with my own added info, so unfortunately I can't offer those to others.

  • @karimkarachiwalla7073
    @karimkarachiwalla7073 Рік тому

    Thank you for the great content.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @cincinnatiking8008
    @cincinnatiking8008 Рік тому

    Huge help! Thanks

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      Glad to hear that!

  • @passportbro904
    @passportbro904 2 роки тому

    Good video, ill be taking 50% of your advice.

  • @ryanspencer1342
    @ryanspencer1342 Рік тому +1

    Hello Mr. Hughes! Can you or someone be able to tell if the new CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) TEST includes PowerShell Labs if any? Thanks in advance for your answers!

    • @rmo9808
      @rmo9808 Рік тому +3

      It's not. They list the objectives on their website for 1101 and 1102.

  • @mikel6787
    @mikel6787 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!! I am a 51yr old healthcare professional. I am planning my journey down this I.T. path very, very soon! It's time for a career change and I need it lol. My question is: As some one coming into I.T. COLD, with zero tech experience. Would you still recommend the same 6 courses to start my journey with??

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +1

      Hello, Mike! Generally, the Comptia A+ certification is considered the foundational program for starting in IT. It's certainly not the only path, but it seems to be the most recognized one. That said, the A+ is designed for people that already have a little bit of an understanding of computer hardware and software, even if it's just as a hobbyist.
      CompTIA has another course called "IT Fundamentals" (www.comptia.org/certifications/it-fundamentals) that is really designed for people with absolutely no computing knowledge or experience. It can almost be viewed as a prep course for completing the A+. I haven't done it myself, but I have heard generally good things from those who have. For you, that might be a better starting point.
      Keep in mind, while CompTIA is responsible for the examination, you can get cost-effective course material for both the A+ and IT Fundamentals courses from Udemy (www.udemy.com), as well as other providers.

  • @youngskeamz7270
    @youngskeamz7270 2 роки тому +1

    I am struggling to learn & I need some help. :(

  • @w9s992
    @w9s992 5 місяців тому

    can we have your notes

  • @axelvice5720
    @axelvice5720 4 місяці тому

    would you be willing to share you're google notes ?

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  4 місяці тому

      Sorry, all my notes are digital and have a fair bit of cut-and-paste from copyrighted material, preventing me from sharing.

  • @passportbro904
    @passportbro904 2 роки тому +29

    HOW IS THIS COURSE FOR AN ENTRY LEVEL PERSON 🤣 I FEEL LIKE I SHOULD BE PAID 6 FIGURES IF I PASS THIS TEST 🤣

    • @adziup
      @adziup 2 роки тому +2

      If you never had any experience in IT, or never been studying in college or so, perhaps it will be good for you to do comptia ITF+ and later go for A+, it will be easier this way

    • @passportbro904
      @passportbro904 2 роки тому +4

      @@adziup I've already completed googles IT support course which is same is itf basically, just gonna take my time with studying before I pay for test

    • @setasonte6392
      @setasonte6392 Рік тому +1

      Bro honestly

    • @MadeInPython
      @MadeInPython Рік тому +1

      its easy

    • @jbs2763
      @jbs2763 Рік тому

      @@adziupthat’s what I did, started with ITF+, I’ve been out of any sort of school for a quarter century and it was a good refresher on studying etc

  • @EM-ml8jq
    @EM-ml8jq Рік тому

    Like the video. How do you get in contact with Udemy direct? Like an actual phone line as dated as that is, thanks sir

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      Given the nature of the business, I am kind of doubting that they have much in the way of phone support.
      However, if you go to the "Help" section on the Udemy website, click on a topic, then click on a related topic on the next page, you'll then get a "Contact" button where you can send a request for more detailed help. I contacted Udemy this way once myself and I got my issue resolved pretty quickly.
      A couple of consumer complaint websites also list (415) 813-1710 as number to call for Udemy customer support. You could try that as well.

  • @winniedepui9942
    @winniedepui9942 6 місяців тому

    Is there any difference between the Core 1 course + practice test vs Core 1 course + exam? Both courses are from Mike Meyers

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  6 місяців тому

      Hello! I'm not sure where you are seeing the two different descriptions? The current course for Mike Meyers on Udemy is this one:
      www.udemy.com/course/comptia-aplus-core-1/?couponCode=ST2MT43024

    • @winniedepui9942
      @winniedepui9942 6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for your quick reply. I bought the course (TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Course + Practice Test
      ) 3 days ago. You are right, it is not listed on Udemy anymore

  • @Louiesanchez730
    @Louiesanchez730 Рік тому

    So I took the exam and didn’t get it but have done a quick refresher on everything I missed and have my test on Monday is there anything you recommend for the last couple days before my exam?

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому +1

      At this point, you are probably in a better position to know what you need than I am. I'd keep up with the memorization exercises and practice exams over the weekend, though. It's sometimes surprising how quickly things can slip from your mind. Best wishes for HUGE success on Monday!

  • @dman007ify
    @dman007ify 2 роки тому

    When you say 90% , that’s re-taking the same practice tests (Dion/Meyers) and scoring in the range? I’m initially scoring 50-70% on these but I imagine if I re-take the same tests I’ll do much better. Thanks my friend

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      Yup, absolutely. Work them until you know them really well. I did all of them multiple times and researched what I didn't know before I got there.

    • @dman007ify
      @dman007ify 2 роки тому

      Thank you!

  • @ryanspencer1342
    @ryanspencer1342 Рік тому

    CAN SOMEBODY SHARE THE URL ADDRESS OF THE SPREADSHEET I DID NOT FIND? THANKS

  • @jaytwojays
    @jaytwojays 2 роки тому

    I’m still studying for the core 1001 as we speak. I know both core 1001 and 1002 are expiring here soon, so should I just start studying for the 1101-1102 instead?

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      Hello, Jaysen! The 1001 and 1002 are retiring on October 20, 2022. If you haven't passed BOTH exams by that date, you'll be required to write BOTH exams in the new series in order to receive your certification. So, unless you are really confident you can wrap things up in the next 3 weeks or so, you should be focusing your efforts on the new series.

    • @adziup
      @adziup 2 роки тому +2

      They are really similar. Like 90% of the content is the same. So don't worry, if you were studying for 1001, you will be able to pass 1101, just make sure to learn new things also

  • @t-90atank35
    @t-90atank35 2 роки тому

    Should i put the score i got from A+ on my resume or just put A+ certified? Planning to get one and jump start my ever so delayed IT career hahaha

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +1

      "Ever so delayed IT career...." Lol. I'm totally with you in that club!
      The advice you get from Mike Meyers (and others in the field) is that nobody cares about your score, just the fact that you have the certification. My gut tells me that's likely true, but I have nothing concrete to base that on. In the end, it's a personal decision, but if in doubt, I'd be inclined to not include the score as that's probably more aligned with common practice.

  • @johnmclaughlin9674
    @johnmclaughlin9674 7 місяців тому +1

    Oh this I hope it helps but I type your name channel into the search and it was difficult to find you I had to type the whole title of the video and that’s wrong on my monitor I cast from phone they did put you on the phone but the name of channel should be a lot easier to come up I type tektok and it’s was all TikTok and on of those videos had you names so something doesn’t seems right hole it’s helps you

  • @ericharmon5075
    @ericharmon5075 2 роки тому

    This shit was 🔥 bruh. Great vid

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching, Eric!

  • @youngskeamz7270
    @youngskeamz7270 2 роки тому

    Does CompTIA certmaster good for the exam ?

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому +1

      I don't have personal experience with them, but being that it's directly from the certifying organization, I imagine the quality would be there. Many people access training from other providers mostly in an effort to save on costs, I believe.

    • @youngskeamz7270
      @youngskeamz7270 2 роки тому +1

      @@tektocI’m study CompTIA a+ 220-1101
      Is there any advice you can give me so I can be sure.

    • @youngskeamz7270
      @youngskeamz7270 2 роки тому

      I’m hearing a lot on UA-cam that certmaster not good from other, as I don’t know who I should listen to even though I brought it.
      However, everyone mentions about Mr professor messer, etc.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  2 роки тому

      @@youngskeamz7270 If you've paid for the CertMaster, you may as well use it. On Udemy, Jason Dion has updated his practice tests for the new series (1101 and 1102) so I would DEFINITELY recommend using those to test yourself as you learn. If the practice exams highlight areas you are weaker on, check out Professor Messer to fill in the gaps.
      That approach should give you what you need to pass.
      The challenge right now is that, outside of CertMaster, a lot of the other training programs haven't yet updated to the new exam series, so it's hard to know what, if anything, would be missing in those courses. CertMaster may just have a bit of an edge at the present time given that they are aligned to the new course objectives.

  • @Velo1010
    @Velo1010 Рік тому +1

    By “write” I assume you mean “taking”.

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      Yes.

    • @thecowl626
      @thecowl626 Рік тому

      Okay. But why. It's kind of confusing

  • @jacobharris954
    @jacobharris954 2 роки тому +1

    I just started the course two weeks ago fell lazy that I am not studying every day, how do you get around not prcostincating for the course

    • @WilllG3
      @WilllG3 Рік тому

      I find it’s the teacher. I tried Professor Messor course for free on UA-cam but just found his style so DRAB and boring that I could not commit to wanting to study everyday. I switched to Mike Meyers and completed 50% of the Core 1 course in 3 days.
      It’s all about style preference. A lot of ppl online said Mike is too cheesy and cringe for them but I Atleast find his approach relatable to a novice like me. But hey, if you’re using his course and find his style doesn’t work, try Messor. He may click better with your learning style. I heard Jason Dion’s course is really good too but haven’t tried it

  • @johnmclaughlin9674
    @johnmclaughlin9674 7 місяців тому

    You must have a lot of years experience

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  7 місяців тому

      Yes and no. I had a buddy of mine show me how to assemble a PC back in the 1990s. After that, every few years, when I needed a new one, I'd build rather than buy. I broke a bunch of stuff I shouldn't have and spent WAY too much time trying to correct mistakes I shouldn't have made. It's really been just a learn-as-I-go hobby, rather than anything I did seriously or for work. Until the last few years, anyway. The A+ is the first thing I have ever done in IT that was structured and formal, if that makes sense. Everything else has been fooling around and learning by doing, really.

    • @johnmclaughlin9674
      @johnmclaughlin9674 7 місяців тому +1

      @@tektoc I wasn’t discrediting you it’s impressive I’ve had tech on and off but only to gaming and never thinking to apply myself so I have a lot of knowledge with monitors cables and part but I’m learning a lot more and it’s so many topics I’ve come along way in a two months four weeks to my 1101 1102 then cCNA if I don’t pass I’ll get it eventually but I feel so confident on some tests and others still learning I’m changing careers do to injury but I found I actually love tech this isn’t going to be work I’ve alway read about for fun

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  7 місяців тому +1

      @@johnmclaughlin9674 Sounds like we have a lot in common!

    • @johnmclaughlin9674
      @johnmclaughlin9674 7 місяців тому

      @@tektoc I like your channel definitely watch more just discover it today I only watch UA-cam nice to meet you

  • @Badger_Christian
    @Badger_Christian Рік тому

    the download you provided wont work for me

    • @tektoc
      @tektoc  Рік тому

      Hello! If you email me at: info@tektoc.net I can send you the file directly, if you like.