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A+ Certification
The '''A+ certification''' demonstrates competency as a computer technician. CompTIA A+ certification is a vendor neutral certification.
It requires two tests to be passed: the [[wikipedia:A+ Essentials|A+ Essentials]] exam and a choice of one of three elective exams. CompTIA is vendor neutral but leans towards Microsoft operating systems, although some Apple questions do appear on newer exams. 

== Knowledge and supplies needed to prepare for the A+ Certification test ==
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A student attempting the A+ Certification should have approximately 500 hours of work experience with operating systems, computer hardware, system files, maintenance, networking, configuration of hardware and software, and troubleshooting computer problems. 

Courses and other study materials can be found on the Internet.

To study for the exam, the following materials are needed: 
* A PC with Microsoft Windows XP
 and 2000, Vista, 7, or 8
* Grounding pad
* Anti Static Wrist Strap (ESD Bracelet or Ground Bracelet)
* Phillips head screwdriver
* Flat head screwdriver
* Calculator

== Exam details ==
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* [[Linux+ Certification]]
* [[LPI Linux Certification]]
* [[CIW Certification|CIW Home]]

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