This book covers every skill measured by the latest A+ Exams including:
Understanding all essential PC terminology, concepts, internal components, and peripherals
Installing, upgrading, configuring, and optimizing PC components
Troubleshooting hardware and performing essential preventive maintenance
Mastering today's best practices for professionalism and client communications
Managing storage, printers, and scanners
Maintaining laptops and other portable devices
Performing advanced component installation, upgrade, and troubleshooting
Installing, upgrading, repairing, and optimizing all Windows operating systems covered on the A+ exams
Securing PCs and safeguarding their contents against data loss
Setting up networks and troubleshooting network connectivity issues
Understanding and managing computer-related safety and environmental issues
WRITTEN BY A LEADING A+ EXPERT
Charles J. Brooks is currently co-owner and vice president of Educational Technologies Group Inc., as well as co-owner of eITPrep LLP, an online training company. He is in charge of research and product development at both organizations. A former electronics instructor and technical writer with the National Education Corporation, Charles taught and wrote on post-secondary EET curriculum, including introductory electronics, transistor theory, linear integrated circuits, basic digital theory, industrial electronics, microprocessors, and computer peripherals. Charles has authored several books, including the first five editions of A+ Certification Training Guide, The Complete Introductory Computer Course, and IBM PC Peripheral Troubleshooting and Repair. He also writes about networking, residential technology integration, and convergence.
CD Features MeasureUp Practice Questions!
The CD features innovative testing software powered by MeasureUp, with an extensive collection of additional practice questions. This state-of-the-art study system can help you get completely ready for any current A+ exams: A+ Essentials, 220-602, 220-603, or 220-604!
Multiple test modes, so you can study in the way that's most comfortable for you
Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers help you thoroughly understand every A+ topic
Helps you quickly identify your strengths-and fix your weaknesses
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ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3565-2
ISBN-10: 0-7897-3565-2
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Charles J. Brooks is currently co-owner and vice president of Educational Technologies Group, Inc., as well as co-owner of eITPrep, LLP, an online training company. He is in charge of research and product development at both organizations. A former electronics instructor and technical writer with the National Education Corporation, Charles taught and wrote on postsecondary EET curriculum, including introductory electronics, transistor theory, linear integrated circuits, basic digital theory, industrial electronics, microprocessors, and computer peripherals. Charles is the author of several books, including the first five editions of A+ Certification Training Guide, The Complete Introductory Computer Course, and IBM PC Peripheral Troubleshooting & Repair. He currently writes about networking, residential technology integration, and convergence.
David L. Prowse is currently a network security engineer and is the creator of Guru Computer Training, Inc., a web-based training company. In his spare time over the past decade, he has managed to train more than 2,000 A+ students with great success. A former coder, David enjoys bringing the "hyper technical" to the table, while keeping the reading experience enjoyable. He is the author of the Exam Cram Network+ Lab Manual, which has been showered with excellent reviews. David has also worked as the technical editor on half a dozen Exam Cram projects.
Introduction
Chapter 1 Basic PC Terms and Concepts
Chapter 2 PC System Boards
Chapter 3 Microprocessors
Chapter 4 Random Access Memory (RAM)
Chapter 5 Data Storage Systems
Chapter 6 Ports and Peripherals
Chapter 7 Installing, Upgrading, Configuring, and Optimizing PC Components
Chapter 8 Basic Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance Techniques
Chapter 9 Advanced PC Troubleshooting
Chapter 10 Portable Computer Fundamentals
Chapter 11 Maintaining and Repairing Portable Computers
Chapter 12 Windows Operating Systems
Chapter 13 Major Windows Structures
Chapter 14 Installing and Upgrading Operating Systems
Chapter 15 Optimizing Operating Systems
Chapter 16 Operating System Utilities
Chapter 17 Basic Operating System Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Chapter 18 Printers and Scanners
Chapter 19 Printer and Scanner Servicing
Chapter 20 Basic Networking Concepts
Chapter 21 Installing Local Area Networks (LANs)
Chapter 22 Wide Area Networking
Chapter 23 Network Troubleshooting
Chapter 24 Security
Chapter 25 Safety and Environmental Issues
Chapter 26 Professionalism and Communication
Chapter 27 Advanced PC Component Installations and Upgrades
Chapter 28 Essentials Practice Exam
Chapter 29 IT Tech Practice Exam
Chapter 30 Depot Practice Exam
Chapter 31 Remote Support Practice Exam
Appendix What's on the CD-ROM
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