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1.1 An Overview of Windows
Windows on the core 2 exam,
Windows 10,
Windows 10 home
8  cards
1.1 - Windows Features
Windows at work,
Domain services,
Organizing network devices
8  cards
1.1 - Windows Upgrades
Why upgrade,
Upgrade methods,
Upgrading windows
5  cards
1.2 - Windows Command Line Tools
Privileges,
Command line troubleshooting,
File management
15  cards
1.2 - The Windows Network Command Line
Cmd ipconfig,
Cmd ping,
Cmd netstat
8  cards
1.3 - Task Manager
Task manager,
Services,
Startup
7  cards
1.3 - The Microsoft Management Console
Microsoft management console,
Event viewer,
Disk management
9  cards
1.3 - Additional Windows Tools
System information,
Resource monitor,
System configuration
6  cards
1.4 - The Windows Control Panel
Internet options,
Devices and printers,
Programs and features
15  cards
1.5 - Windows Settings
Settings,
Time and language,
Update and security
11  cards
1.6 - Windows Network Technologies
Shared resources,
Mapping drives,
Sharing printers
8  cards
1.6 - Configuring Windows Firewall
Windows defender firewall,
Windows firewall configuration,
Creating a firewall exception
3  cards
1.6 - Windows IP Address Configuration
How windows gets an ip address,
Tcp ip host addresses,
A backup for the dhcp server
3  cards
1.6 - Windows Network Connections
Network setup,
Vpn connections,
Wireless connections
5  cards
1.7 - Installing Applications
Installing applications,
Operating system platform,
Graphics requirements
10  cards
1.8 - Operating System Overview
Why do you need an os,
Standard os features,
Microsoft windows
10  cards
1.8 - Filesystems
File systems,
Fat,
Ntfs
5  cards
1.9 - Installing Operating Systems
Boot methods,
Types of installations,
The disk partition
7  cards
1.9 - Upgrading Windows
Why upgrade,
Upgrade methods,
Prepare the boot drive
5  cards
1.10 - macOS Overview
File types,
App store,
Uninstallation process
6  cards
1.10 - macOS System Preferences
System preferences,
Displays,
Network
7  cards
1.10 - macOS Features
Mission control and spaces,
Keychain,
Spotlight
12  cards
1.11 - Linux Commands
Linux commands,
Bash ls,
Terminal pwd
20  cards
1.11 - Linux Features
Backups,
Anti virus anti malware,
Shell terminal
4  cards
2.1 - Physical Security
Access control vestibule,
Badge reader,
Video surveillance
9  cards
2.1 - Physical Security for Staff
Key fobs,
Smart cards,
Keys
8  cards
2.1 - Logical Security
Least privilege,
Access control lists acls,
Multi factor authentication
7  cards
2.1 - Active Directory
Active directory,
Domain,
Organizational units ou
8  cards
2.2 - Wireless Encryption
Securing a wireless network,
Wpa wi fi protected access,
Wireless encryption
8  cards
2.2 - Authentication Methods
Radius remote authentication dial...,
Tacacs,
Kerberos
5  cards
2.3 - Malware
Malware,
Malware types and methods,
How you get malware
10  cards
2.3 - Anti-Malware Tools
Windows recovery environment,
Starting the console,
Anti virus and anti malware
7  cards
2.4 - Social Engineering
Effective social engineering,
Phishing,
Shoulder surfing
10  cards
2.4 - Denial of Service
Denial of service,
A friendly dos,
Distributed denial of service ddos
4  cards
2.4 - Zero-Day Attacks
Zero day attacks,
Zero day vulnerabilities
2  cards
2.4 - On-Path Attacks
On path network attack,
On path browser attack,
Arp poisoning spoofing
3  cards
2.4 - Password Attacks
Plaintext unencrypted passwords,
Hashing a password,
The password file
5  cards
2.4 - Insider Threats
Insider threats,
Recruiting insiders
2  cards
2.4 - SQL Injection
Code injection,
Sql injection
2  cards
2.4 - Cross-site Scripting
Cross site scripting,
Non persistent reflected xss attack,
Persistent stored xss attack
5  cards
2.4 - Security Vulnerabilities
Non compliant systems,
Protecting against non compliant ...,
Unpatched systems
6  cards
2.5 - Defender Antivirus
Microsoft defender antivirus,
Activate or deactivate,
Updated definitions
3  cards
2.5 - Windows Firewall
Enabling and disabling windows fi...,
Windows firewall configuration,
Creating a firewall exception
3  cards
2.5 - Windows Security Settings
Windows authentication,
Users and groups,
Login options
9  cards
2.6 - Security Best Practices
Data encryption,
Password complexity and length,
Password expiration and recovery
10  cards
2.7 - Mobile Device Security
Screen locks,
Locator applications and remote wipe,
Patching os updates
9  cards
2.8 - Data Destruction
Physical destruction,
Certificate of destruction,
Disk formatting
5  cards
2.9 - Securing a SOHO Network
Change default passwords,
Firmware updates,
Ip address filtering
15  cards
2.10 - Browser Security
Browser download and installation,
Hash verification,
Extensions and plug ins
11  cards
3.1 - Troubleshooting Windows
Bluescreens and frequent shutdowns,
Sluggish performance,
Boot errors
11  cards
3.1 - Troubleshooting Solutions
Reboot,
Restart services,
Uninstall reinstall update applic...
14  cards
3.2 - Troubleshooting Security Issues
Unable to access the network,
Desktop alerts,
False antivirus alerts
6  cards
3.3 - Removing Malware
Malware removal,
1 verify malware symptoms,
2 quarantine infected systems
9  cards
3.4 - Troubleshooting Mobile Devices
App issues,
App fails to close or crashes,
App fails to update
8  cards
3.5 - Troubleshooting Mobile Device Security
Android package source,
Developer mode,
Root access jailbreaking
12  cards
4.1 - Ticketing Systems
Ticketing systems,
Managing a support ticket,
User information
6  cards
4.1 - Asset Management
Asset management,
Asset database,
Procurement life cycle
3  cards
4.1 - Document Types
Acceptable use policies aup,
Network topology diagram,
Compliance
9  cards
4.2 - Change Management
Change management,
Rollback plan,
Sandbox testing
11  cards
4.3 - Managing Backups
Backups,
Full backup,
Incremental backup
10  cards
4.4 - Managing Electrostatic Discharge
What is electrostatic discharge,
Controlling esd,
Preventing static discharge
4  cards
4.4 - Safety Procedures
Warning,
Equipment grounding,
Personal safety
4  cards
4.5 - Environmental Impacts
Disposal procedures,
Msds info,
Handling toxic waste
7  cards
4.6 - Privacy, Licensing, and Policies
Incident response chain of custody,
Incident response first response,
Incident response copy of drive
13  cards
4.7 - Communication
Communication skills,
Avoid jargon,
Maintain a positive attitude
6  cards
4.7 - Professionalism
Professional appearance,
Avoid being judgmental,
Be on time and avoid distractions
5  cards
4.8 - Scripting Languages
Scripting languages,
Batch files,
Windows powershell
7  cards
4.8 - Scripting Use Cases
Basic automation,
Restarting machines,
Remapping network drives
8  cards
4.9 - Remote Access
Remote desktop connections,
Remote desktop security,
Vpns
12  cards

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