Episode 101 — Domain 4 Overview — Troubleshooting Methodologies and Practices

Certified - CompTIA Server+ Audio Course

This episode introduces Domain 4 of the CompTIA Server+ exam, which focuses on structured troubleshooting processes and the tools needed to resolve hardware, software, network, and security issues. We outline the methodology steps—problem identification, theory development, testing, implementation, and documentation—and explain how they ensure consistency and accuracy in problem resolution. Candidates will see how following a structured approach reduces guesswork and improves long-term system stability.

We then connect these concepts to real-world and exam situations, such as diagnosing recurring network dropouts or resolving intermittent storage errors. Examples highlight the value of documentation for tracking trends and preventing future problems. This overview provides the foundation for understanding each detailed troubleshooting topic covered in the subsequent episodes of this domain. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber prepcasts, books, and information to strengthen your certification path.