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CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide

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Windows, macOS, or some Linux distribution such as Ubuntu. A true mobile

device will run Apple iOS or Google Android.

EXAM TIP The CompTIA A+ objectives mention both Microsoft

Windows and Google Chrome OS as operating systems for phones and

tablets. That’s true, but unbelievably limited in market share (as in less than

1% combined). Just be prepared if Windows or Chrome OS is the only

possible right answer for a mobile device OS question.

This chapter explores mobile devices in detail. We’ll first look at the

hardware features and capabilities of devices common in the mobile market.

Next, the chapter examines mobile operating system software. The chapter

finishes with the details of configuring the devices for personal use. We’ll

save mobile device troubleshooting and security for Chapter 25, “Care and

Feeding of Mobile Devices.” The CompTIA A+ certification exams are

serious about mobile devices and we have a lot of ground to cover, so let’s

get started.

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Mobile Computing Devices

The specialized hardware of mobile devices defines to a large degree the

capabilities of those devices. This first section examines the various form

factors of mobile devices, then looks at specific hardware common to most

devices.

Device Variants

Most modern mobile devices fall into one of a few categories, including

smartphones, tablets, and wearable technology, which all have similar

features and capabilities. There are a few other mobile device types, and they

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