CompTIA A+ Core 1: Motherboards, CPUs, and Expansion Cards

Skillsoft issued completion badges are earned based on viewing the percentage required or receiving a passing score when assessment is required. Several different components go into making a computer, and it’s important to understand what they are and what they do. Whether you’re replacing defective or outdated components or building a system from scratch, understanding form factors and compatibility is key to healthy computer maintenance. In this course, explore motherboards, CPUs, and expansion cards, beginning with motherboard form factors, motherboard connector types, and motherboard CPU compatibility. Next, learn about BIOS and UEFI, BIOS security, and motherboard encryption. Finally, examine CPU architectures, CPU compatibility, and expansion cards. This course is one of a collection that prepares learners for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam.