CompTIA A+ Exam Prep (Exams A+ Essentials, 220-602, 220-603, 220-604), Rough Cuts
- By Charles Brooks
- Published Feb 20, 2008 by Pearson IT Certification. Part of the Exam Prep series.
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Description
- Copyright 2008
- Dimensions: 10-1/2 X 7-3/4
- Pages: 1464
- Edition: 1st
- Rough Cuts
- ISBN-10: 0-7686-7445-X
- ISBN-13: 978-0-7686-7445-3
This is the Rough Cut version of the printed book.
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.
www.examcram.com
ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3565-2
ISBN-10: 0-7897-3565-2
Sample Content
Table of Contents
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
Glossary
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