Gain the Sybex advantage with this complete guide to A+ certification
The CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide is your complete solution for A+ exam preparation. Covering 100% of Exam 220-901 and Exam 220-902 objectives, this book gives you everything you need to ensure that you not only understand the basics of IT, but that you can demonstrate your understanding effectively. Now in its third edition, this guide has been updated to reflect the exam's new focus. Coverage includes the latest best practices, Windows 8/8.1 and mobile OSes, and an emphasis on the practical skills required on the job. Clear and concise, this book helps you solidify your understanding of crucial hardware and operating system maintenance and troubleshooting topics covered on the exam. You also gain access to the Sybex exclusive online interactive learning environment and test bank, featuring bonus practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable PDF glossary of the most important terms you need to understand.
The CompTIA A+ certification is the essential computer technician credential, and is required by over 100 leading employers. This book helps you prepare and practice so you can approach the exam with confidence, and pass with flying colors.
* Review the components of personal computers, laptops, and portable devices
* Understand operating systems, networks, and security
* Get up to speed on safety and environmental issues
* Practice effective communication and the "soft skills" of professionalism
More than just a review of computer parts, this book covers everything you'll see on the exam. Why go in unprepared when you can have the Sybex advantage?
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Quentin Docter started in the IT industry as a tech support agent for Packard Bell in 1994. Since then he has worked in tech support, network administration, consulting, training, web development, and project management. During his career, he has achieved certifications from CompTIA (including A+), Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Sun Microsystems. He is the author of several books. Emmett Dulaney, A+, Network+, Security+, MCT, is an assistant professor who has written several certification books on Windows, Security, IT project management, and UNIX. He is also a well-known certification columnist for Certification Magazine and Campus Technology. Toby Skandier, A+, Network+, i-Net+, Server+, is founder of Talskan Technologies, LLC, a technical education provider.
Introduction xxix
Assessment Test lvii
Part I 220-901 1
Chapter 1 Motherboards, Processors, and Memory 3
Chapter 2 Storage Devices and Power Supplies 71
Chapter 3 Peripherals and Expansion 113
Chapter 4 Display Devices 183
Chapter 5 Custom Configurations 219
Chapter 6 Networking Fundamentals 247
Chapter 7 Introduction to TCP/IP 297
Chapter 8 Installing Wireless and SOHO Networks 329
Chapter 9 Understanding Laptops 393
Chapter 10 Understanding Mobile Devices 455
Chapter 11 Installing and Configuring Printers 499
Chapter 12 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting 567
Part II 220-902 659
Chapter 13 Operating System Basics 661
Chapter 14 Operating System Administration 707
Chapter 15 Working with Windows 8/8.1 763
Chapter 16 Working with Windows 7 783
Chapter 17 Working with Windows Vista 827
Chapter 18 Working with Mac OS and Linux 867
Chapter 19 Security 893
Chapter 20 Network Services, Cloud Computing, and Virtualization 953
Chapter 21 Mobile Operating Systems and Connectivity 1003
Chapter 22 Troubleshooting Theory, OSs, and Security 1097
Chapter 23 Understanding Operational Procedures 1147
Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 1211
Appendix B Answers to Performance-Based Questions 1247
Index 1269
