CompTIA Cloud+ Learning Path

Learn information security concepts that affect the cloud.

10 hours, 32 minutes

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About CompTIA Cloud+

This learning path prepares you to earn your Cloud+ certification. You'll learn the basics of system requirements, cloud storage, security, and troubleshooting as you progress through 9 courses tied to the Cloud+ certification exam objectives. Upon completion, you'll have a foundation of knowledge and skills needed to start a career in the cloud.

 

Syllabus

CompTIA Cloud+ Skill Assessment

Assessment - 95 questions

Introducing the Cloud

Course - 01:17:00

Take a closer look at the cloud, what it is, and common terminology. You'll learn how to deploy the cloud, and the differences between public, private, hybrid and community clouds. We'll also explore various cloud architectures, how to manage resources and change management.
System Requirements for Cloud Deployments

Course - 01:50:00

This course explores various system requirements for the cloud. Learn the difference between cloud and non-cloud component interactions, how to select a cloud architecture, which tools to deploy and how to create a deployment plan. After you've deployed the cloud, learn how to test and troubleshoot.
Cloud Storage

Course - 01:03:00

This course explores the different types of storage, how to provision, manage and protect the storage. You'll also discover how to maintain storage while planning for disaster recovery and creating a business continuity plan.
Cloud Compute

Course - 01:06:00

Cloud computing offers many benefits. Explore the various technological requirements of cloud computing and various things to consider when setting up cloud computing: performance considerations, cost considerations, dedicated versus shared computing and how to plan for future demands.
Cloud Networking

Course - 00:52:00

This course explores cloud networking, ports and protocols, and VPNs and other security technology you'll need to keep your cloud safe. You'll also learn about SLAs, change management and how networking operates in different cloud models.
Cloud Security

Course - 01:22:00

This course explores how to keep the cloud secure. Explore policies, standards and compliance before looking at authentication and authorization considerations. Then delve into encryption, account management, security tools, services, models and automation possibilities.
Migration Types

Course - 00:41:00

This course is a deep dive into cloud migration. Learn the different types of migration, managing workloads, how to manage security, planning migration for protocols and services, and environmental constraints of your cloud solution to take into consideration.
Planning Patch Management

Course - 01:21:00

Your cloud solution will need to be patched. Learn about planning patches, the difference between manual and automated patches, workflows, types of updates, and automating workflows. You will also explore the various techniques and tasks required for automated maintenance. Finally, you'll learn about monitoring, reporting and the application lifecycle.
Troubleshooting Cloud Solutions

Course - 00:49:00

Problems will occur when using the cloud. In this course, learn various troubleshooting methodology, explore problems that may arise during deployment, how to solve common capacity problems and connectivity issues, and solve security issues.

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How to claim CPEs

Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.

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