The CompTIA core trio: A+, Network+ and Security+ explained
CompTIA certifications are vendor-neutral, which is exactly why hiring managers trust them: they prove you understand technology itself, not one company's product menu.
A+ is the industry's default entry ticket. Two exams cover hardware, operating systems, mobile devices and troubleshooting method — the daily reality of desktop support and field service roles.
Network+ layers on routing, switching, wireless and network security concepts. It is the bridge between fixing one machine and understanding how a whole office talks to the world, and it pairs naturally with a first networking job.
Security+ is the most requested certification in South African cybersecurity job adverts at entry level. It satisfies international baseline requirements (including US DoD 8570) and unlocks SOC analyst, security administrator and compliance-support roles.
The three stack deliberately: A+ then Network+ then Security+ is a complete, employable foundation achievable inside a year. Torque IT runs bootcamp and evening formats for each, with the exam included.