Who is CompTIA?

CompTIA is the "Computing Technology Industry Association". This organization is a global IT (Information Technology) trade association that sets the "bar" for the industry standards. They also provide IT skills education. www.comptia.org  

What does this CompTIA certification mean?

..... "CompTIA A+ confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking. The exams also cover domains such as security, safety and environmental issues and communication and professionalism." - CompTIA