CompTIA A+ Insights

What is CompTIA A+?

CompTIA A+ is an entry-level IT certification that validates foundational knowledge and skills in computer hardware, software, networking, and troubleshooting. It is widely recognized as a starting point for a career in IT support and is commonly used to demonstrate competence in performing tasks such as installing, configuring, and maintaining computer systems and networks, as well as diagnosing and resolving technical issues.

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What other technologies are related to CompTIA A+?

CompTIA A+ Competitor Technologies

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)

While A+ is broader, MCDST was a direct competitor focusing on desktop support skills.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 64% (143) of relevant job posts

Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

A direct competitor focusing on modern desktop administration skills.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 76% (99) of relevant job posts

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician

Like MCDST, this certification was a direct competitor focusing on desktop support skills.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 58% (76) of relevant job posts

CompTIA A+ Complementary Technologies

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Network+ provides foundational networking knowledge that complements the A+ certification's hardware and OS focus.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 38% (2.4k) of relevant job posts

Network+

Network+ (often abbreviated Network+), like CompTIA Network+, provides foundational networking knowledge that complements the A+ certification's hardware and OS focus.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 24% (1.8k) of relevant job posts

CompTIA Server+

Server+ certification validates server-specific knowledge and complements the A+ certification's broader hardware and troubleshooting skills.

mentioned alongside CompTIA A+ in 43% (556) of relevant job posts