Synopses & Reviews
All-in-one guide plus videos prepares you for CompTIA's new A+ CertificationCandidates aiming for CompTIA's revised, two-exam A+ Certified Track will find what they need in this value-packed book. Prepare for the required exam, CompTIA A+ Essentials (220-601), as well as your choice of one of three additional exams focusing on specific job roles—IT Technician (220-602), Remote Support Technician (220-603), or Depot Technician (220-603). This in-depth Deluxe Edition features instructional videos, thorough coverage of all objectives for all four exams, bonus practice exams, and more. Inside, you'll find:
Comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives for all four exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need
CD with over an hour of instructional videos so you see how to perform key tasks
Hand-on exercises to reinforce critical skills
Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day
Exam Essentials, a key feature at the end of each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exams
A handy fold-out that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective
Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams.
Featured on the CDs
SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and 12 total bonus exams.
ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.
PRACTICE CD:
Learn how to perform key tasks with over an hour of instructional videos on a bonus CD!
Visit www.sybex.com for all of your CompTIA certification needs.
Synopsis
* With more than 600,000 people already certified, this industry-standard is fully revised for 2006 to include specific role-based certifications
* This study guide covers all objectives for all of the new CompTIA A+ certification options, including IT Technician, Depot Technician, and Technical Support Technician
* Helps readers become proficient in key hardware and PC-operating system technologies, such as basic installation, configuration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, basic networking, and operating system fundamentals
* Includes CD-ROM with additional bonus exams, 150 additional flashcards, and 20 instructional videos of key tasks
Synopsis
With more than 600,000 people already certified, this industry-standard is fully revised for 2006 to include specific role-based certifications This study guide covers all objectives for all of the new CompTIA A+ certification options, including IT Technician, Depot Technician, and Technical Support Technician Helps readers become proficient in key hardware and PC operating system technologies, such as basic installation, configuration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, basic networking, and operating system fundamentals Includes CD-ROM with additional bonus exams, 150 additional flashcards, and 20 instructional videos of key tasks
Synopsis
Visit www.sybex.com for all of your CompTIA certification needs.
Synopsis
All-in-one guide prepares you for CompTIA's new A+ CertificationCandidates aiming for CompTIA's revised, two-exam A+ Certified Track will find everything they need in this value-packed book. Prepare for the required exam, CompTIA A+ Essentials (220-601), as well as your choice of one of three additional exams focusing on specific job roles--IT Technician (220-602), Remote Support Technician (220-603), or Depot Technician (220-604). This in-depth book prepares you for any or all four exams, with full coverage of all exam objectives. Inside, you'll find:
- Comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives for all four exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need
- Hand-on exercises to reinforce critical skills
- Real-world scenarios that show you life beyond the classroom and put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
- Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day
- Exam Essentials, a key feature at the end of each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exams
- A handy fold-out that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective
- Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams.
Featured on the CD
SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and 8 total practice exams.
ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.
Also on CD, you'll find the entire book in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.
Visit www.sybex.com for all of your CompTIA certification needs.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
About the Author
Quentin Docter, A+, MCSE, CNE, CCNA, SCSA, is an IT consultant and author. He has written or coauthored several books for Sybex, including
MCSE: Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure Design Study Guide.
Emmett Dulaney, A+, MCSE, has written over 30 books on Windows, Security, IT project management, and UNIX, and is the certification columnist for Redmond Magazine and CramSession.com.
Toby Skandier, A+, is a technical education developer for Sprint Corporation. He has coauthored numerous books, including the bestselling CompTIA Network+ Study Guide.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Assessment Test.
Chapter 1. Identifying Personal Computer Components.
Chapter 2. Effectively Working with Personal Computer Components.
Chapter 3. Understanding Laptops and Portable Devices.
Chapter 4. Understanding Operating Systems.
Chapter 5. Understanding Basics of Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading Operating Systems.
Chapter 6. Identifying Operating System Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Procedures.
Chapter 7. Understanding the Basics of Printers and Scanners.
Chapter 8. Networking Fundamentals.
Chapter 9. Understanding Network Security Fundamentals.
Chapter 10. Identifying Safety and Environmental Issues.
Chapter 11. Understanding Professionalism and Communication.
Chapter 12. Working with Personal Computer Components.
Chapter 13. Working with Laptops and Portable Devices.
Chapter 14. Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading Operating Systems.
Chapter 15. Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading Printers and Scanners.
Chapter 16. Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading Network Systems.
Chapter 17. Installing, Configuring, Upgrading, and Optimizing Security Systems.
Glossary.
Index.