CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005)
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Prepare for the CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 exam and learn to install, run, secure and fix servers. 29 hours 29 minutes of video across 65 lessons for IT staff moving into server work.
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CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) is an online course that prepares you for the Server+ exam from CompTIA. It is for IT staff who want to install, manage, secure and troubleshoot servers in data centres, on site or in hybrid setups. The course runs for 29 hours 29 minutes across 65 video lessons and includes 100 test questions.
What you will learn
- The parts that make up a server and how to install server hardware
- How to install and set up server operating systems and services
- How to run network infrastructure services and manage IP addresses
- How to protect data with security controls, and how to weigh risks
- How to harden a server against attack
- How to plan for disaster recovery and keep services running
- A step-by-step method for finding and fixing server faults
Topics covered
The course is built around the four areas CompTIA tests in SK0-005:
- Server hardware installation and management: components, installation and hardware care
- Server administration: operating systems, network services, IP addressing and day-to-day running
- Security and disaster recovery: data security, risk and mitigation, hardening and recovery planning
- Troubleshooting: fixing hardware, software, storage and network problems on servers
Who this course is for
- IT support staff who want to move into server administration
- System administrators who want to prove their server skills
- Network engineers who also look after servers
- Anyone preparing for the CompTIA Server+ exam
It also suits people who are new to server work but already handle desktops or networks, and who want a clear, step-by-step route into running servers. The test questions let you check your progress as you go.
Before you start
CompTIA suggests you hold A+ or have the same level of knowledge, plus around two years of hands-on work with servers. These are not formal entry rules, but they show the level the exam expects. If you are newer to IT, start with A+ and Network+. A basic grasp of IP addressing, user accounts and how an operating system is installed will make the early lessons easier to follow.
About the SK0-005 exam
SK0-005 is the exam for the CompTIA Server+ certification. CompTIA is a global, vendor-neutral IT certification body. Server+ shows that you can install, manage and troubleshoot servers across data centre, on-site and hybrid environments, covering hardware, administration, security and disaster recovery. Because it is vendor-neutral, the skills apply whatever server brand or platform your employer uses. Most of the exam weight sits on server administration and troubleshooting, so this course spends real time on daily running and on a clear method for fixing faults. Check the official CompTIA exam objectives before you book, as CompTIA updates its exams over time.
Jobs this course supports
- Server administrator
- Systems administrator
- Network administrator
- Network operations specialist
- IT support specialist
| Skill level | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Duration | 29 Hours 29 Minutes |
| Videos | 65 Lesson Videos |
| Questions | 100 Test Questions |
| Certification | CompTIA Server+ |
| Exam code | SK0-005 |
| Certification body | CompTIA |
| Prerequisites | CompTIA recommends A+ level knowledge and about two years of hands-on server experience. |
| Best for | Server administrators, systems administrators, network administrators, IT support specialists |
| Topics covered | Server hardware, server operating systems, network infrastructure services, IP addressing, data security, disaster recovery, server hardening, troubleshooting |
| Format | Online video lessons, self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | StemBoss Certificate of Completion |
What is inside this course
4 modules and 65 lessons. Here is the full outline.
Module 1 : Server Hardware Installation and Management20 lessons
- 1.0 Introduction to Server+
- 1.1 Server Rooms and Data Centers
- 1.2 Server Room Racking
- 1.2.1 ACTIVITY - Installing a Tool-less Rail in a Rack
- 1.3a Rack Power and Safety Part-1
- 1.3b Rack Power and Safety Part-2
- 1.4a Network Cabling and Components Part-1
- 1.4b Network Cabling and Components Part-2
- 1.4.1 ACTIVITY - Connecting Dissimilar Switchports in a Server Rack
- 1.4.2 ACTIVITY - Testing a Fiber Optic Cable
- 1.5 Server Components
- 1.5.1 ACTIVITY - Installing a PCIe Expansion Card
- 1.6a Data Storage Part-1
- 1.6b Data Storage Part-2
- 1.6.1 ACTIVITY - Creating a Software RAID on Windows Server
- 1.7 Innovations in Server Hardware
- 1.8a Server Hardware Maintenance Part-1
- 1.8b Server Hardware Maintenance Part-2
- 1.8.1 ACTIVITY - Servicing a Server in the Rack
- 1.9 ACTIVITY - Hardware Tips n Tricks
Module 2 : Server Administration22 lessons
- 2.1 Install Server Operating Systems
- 2.1.1 ACTIVITY - Installing the Operating System
- 2.2a Server Network Infrastructure Services Part-1
- 2.2b Server Network Infrastructure Services Part-2
- 2.2.1 ACTIVITY - IP Subnetting for the Sysadmin
- 2.2.2 ACTIVITY - Protecting a Server with VLANs
- 2.2.3 ACTIVITY - Enabling VLAN Routing
- 2.2.4 ACTIVITY - Protecting a Server with Firewall Rules
- 2.3a Server Functions and Features Part-1
- 2.3b Server Functions and Features Part-2
- 2.3.1 ACTIVITY - Monitoring Linux
- 2.3.2 ACTIVITY - Installing Server Roles
- 2.4 Server High Availability
- 2.5 Virtualization
- 2.6 Scripting Basics for Server Administration
- 2.7 Asset Management and Documentation
- 2.8 Licensing Concepts
- 2.9 ACTIVITY - Server Administration Tips & Tricks Part-1
- 2.10 ACTIVITY - Server Administration Tips & Tricks Part-2
- 2.11 ACTIVITY - Server Administration Tips & Tricks Part-3
- 2.12 ACTIVITY - Server Administration Tips & Tricks Part-4
- 2.13 BONUS ACTIVITY - Linux Disk, Hardware and Networking Commands
Module 3 : Security and Disaster Recovery18 lessons
- 3.1 Data Security Mechanisms
- 3.1.1 ACTIVITY - Exploring Symmetric Encryption
- 3.1.2 ACTIVITY - Examining Asymmetric Encryption
- 3.1.3 ACTIVITY - Hashing
- 3.2 Data Security Risks and Mitigation
- 3.3 Backups and Restores
- 3.4 Server Hardening Methods
- 3.4.1 Scanning Servers for Open Ports
- 3.5 IAM for Server Administration
- 3.5.1 ACTIVITY - Implementing NTFS Permissions
- 3.5.2 ACTIVITY - Configuring Multifactor Authentication
- 3.6 Server Decommissioning
- 3.7 Physical Security Concepts
- 3.7.1 ACTIVITY - Testing User Social Engineering Awareness
- 3.8a Disaster Recovery Part-1
- 3.8b Disaster Recovery Part-2
- 3.9 ACTIVITY - Security & DR Tips n Tricks Part-1
- 3.10 ACTIVITY - Security & DR Tips n Tricks Part-2
Module 4 : Troubleshooting5 lessons
- 4.0 Server Troubleshooting
- 4.1 ACTIVITY - Troubleshooting Connectivity to the Server
- 4.2 ACTIVITY - Troubleshooting Tips n Tricks Part-1
- 4.3 ACTIVITY - Troubleshooting Tips n Tricks Part-2
- 4.4 Course Closeout
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Frequently asked questions
What does the CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 exam cover?
It covers four areas: server hardware installation and management, server administration, security and disaster recovery, and troubleshooting.
Do I need CompTIA A+ before Server+?
It is not required, but CompTIA recommends A+ level knowledge and about two years of hands-on server experience.
Is Server+ tied to one server brand?
No. Server+ is vendor-neutral, so the skills apply to many hardware makers and operating systems.
Does this course teach disaster recovery?
Yes. You learn how to plan for disaster recovery, harden servers and reduce risk to data.
What should I study after Server+?
Many learners move on to Linux+, Cloud+ or Security+, depending on whether they want to focus on Linux, cloud or security work.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You get a StemBoss Certificate of Completion when you finish the course.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, within 14 days if you have completed less than 20% of the course. See our refund policy for details. Read the refund policy.
