About the Book
An arsenal of study aids for anyone preparing to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams Written by a team of industry experts, this unparalleled study guide offers you a systematic approach to preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification, and includes real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, challenging chapter review questions, plus a CD with Sybex's custom test engine to reinforce all of the concepts you learn.
This Deluxe Edition of the bestselling CompTIA A+ Study Guide features bonus practice exams, flashcards, and a bonus CD with more than an hour of instructional video of key hands-on tasks.
Covering all exam objectives, study guide focuses on the new best practices and places a strong emphasis on current software including Windows 7. Inside this guide you'll learn how to:
Identify and understand PC system components, including motherboards, processors, memory, and cooling systems.
Identify and understand storage devices, power supplies, display devices, and adapters.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, and portable devices.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot printers.
Install and configure operating systems including Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
General troubleshooting theory and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshooting operating systems, hardware, printers, and laptops.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot networks
Set up and maintain network security
Master essential operational procedures for PC technicians
Communicate professionally with co-workers and clients
Updated Coverage Includes Windows 7 Topics
Download Windows 7 supplements for your exam prep including additional review questions, additional practice exam questions, and an updated objectives map from sybex.com.
Featured on the CDs
Over 600 Practice questions
Eight practice tests (4 for the 220-701, and 4 for 220-702)
Electronic flashcards
Entire book as a searchable PDF
More than 1 hour of instructional videos
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.
Table of Contents:
Introduction xxix Assessment Test lix
Chapter 1 Personal Computer System Components 1
Chapter 2 Storage Devices, Power Supplies, and Adapters 87
Chapter 3 Understanding Display Devices 133
Chapter 4 Understanding Laptops and Portable Devices 171
Chapter 5 Installing and Configuring Printers 205
Chapter 6 Operating System Features and Interfaces 257
Chapter 7 Installing and Configuring Operating Systems 329
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Theory and Preventive Maintenance 391
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Operating Systems, Hardware, Printers, and Laptops 441
Chapter 10 Understanding Networking 479
Chapter 11 Understanding Network Security Fundamentals 551
Chapter 12 Understanding Operational Procedures 593
Chapter 13 Installing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting Hardware 649
Chapter 14 Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Laptops 709
Chapter 15 Resolving Printer Problems 737
Chapter 16 Operating System Structures and Commands 769
Chapter 17 Operating System Utilities and Troubleshooting Issues 809
Chapter 18 Installing and Troubleshooting Networks 871
Chapter 19 System Security 927
Appendix About the Companion CD 991
Glossary 995
Index 1027
About the Author :
Quentin Docter, A+, MCSE, CNE, CCNA, SCSA, is an IT consultant with over 15 years of IT experience. He has written several books for Sybex, including books on A+, Server+, Windows, and Solaris 9 certifications, as well as coauthoring Mastering Windows XP Professional and The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide. Emmett Dulaney, A+, Network+, Security+, MCT, is an assistant professor at Anderson University. He has written several certification books and is coauthor of two of Sybex's leading certification titles: CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide and CompTIA Security+ Study Guide. He is also a well-known certification columnist for Redmond magazine and CertCities.com.
Toby Skandier, A+, Network+, i-Net+, Server+, MCSE, CCNP, CCDP, CCSI, is founder of Talskan Technologies, LLC. He has coauthored several books for Sybex, including the bestselling Network Administrator Street Smarts and CompTIA Network+ Study Guide.
Quentin Docter, A+, MCSE, CNE, CCNA, SCSA, is an IT consultant with over 15 years of IT experience. He has written several books for Sybex, including books on A+, Server+, Windows, and Solaris 9 certifications, as well as coauthoring Mastering Windows XP Professional and The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide. Emmett Dulaney, A+, Network+, Security+, MCT, is an assistant professor at Anderson University. He has written several certification books and is coauthor of two of Sybex's leading certification titles: CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide and CompTIA Security+ Study Guide. He is also a well-known certification columnist for Redmond magazine and CertCities.com.
Toby Skandier, A+, Network+, i-Net+, Server+, MCSE, CCNP, CCDP, CCSI, is founder of Talskan Technologies, LLC. He has coauthored several books for Sybex, including the bestselling Network Administrator Street Smarts and CompTIA Network+ Study Guide.
