CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One for Dummies, 4th Edition
- 18h 40m
- Ed Tetz, Glen E. Clarke, Timothy Warner
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2016
All the knowledge you need to pass the new A+ exam
A+ is the gateway certification into many IT careers and can be essential in order to start your occupation off on the right foot in the exciting and rapidly expanding field of information technology. Luckily, the 9 minibooks in CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One For Dummies make it easier to prepare for this all-important exam so you can pass with flying colors! It quickly and easily gets you up to speed on everything from networking and computer repair to troubleshooting, security, permissions, customer service—and everything in between.
The CompTIA A+ test is a rigorous exam, but the experts who wrote this book know exactly what you need to understand in order to help you reach your certification goal. Fully updated for the latest revision of the exam, this comprehensive guide covers the domains of the exam in detail, reflecting the enhanced emphasis on hardware and new Windows content, as well as the nuts and bolts, like operating system basics, recovering systems, securing systems, and more.
- Find new content on Windows 8, Mac OS X, Linux, and mobile devices
- Get test-taking advice for the big day
- Prepare for the A+ exam with a review of the types of questions you'll see on the actual test
- Use the online test bank to gauge your knowledge—and find out where you need more study help
With the help of this friendly, hands-on guide, you'll learn everything necessary to pass the test, and more importantly, to succeed in your job!
About the Authors
Glen E. Clarke is an independent trainer and consultant. He writes books and leads courses on numerous certifications.
Ed Tetz is a field support professional for a major IT firm and the author of guides to MCSE and other certifications.
Timothy Warner is an IT professional, technical trainer, and author with MCSE, MCT, A+, and Network+ certifications.
In this Book
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CompTIA Certification
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Introduction
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Pre-Assessment
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The 2015 A+ Exams
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A+ Soft Skills
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Protecting Yourself and Your PC
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An Overview of System Components
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Knowing Your Motherboard
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Picking Your Processor
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What to Remember about Memory
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Telling Your BIOS from Your CMOS
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Managing Storage Technology
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Working with Power
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Describing Ports, Cables, and Connectors
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Installing and Configuring Input Devices
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Installing and Configuring Output Devices
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Managing Printers
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Working with Multimedia Devices
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Dealing with Laptops and Mobile Devices
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Performing Preventive Maintenance
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Troubleshooting Procedures and Guidelines
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Comparison of Major Operating Systems
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Windows Operating System Functions
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Installing and Upgrading Windows
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Managing Files and Directories
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Command Prompt Procedures
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Working with System Files and the Boot Process
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Loading and Configuring Device Drivers
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Working with Applications
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Optimizing the Windows Environment
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Using Windows-Based Troubleshooting Utilities
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Managing Error Codes and Startup Messages
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Managing Common Problems
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Preparing for Disasters with Disaster Recovery
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Down to the Networking Basics
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Understanding Common Wireless Communications
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Networking the Operating System
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Configuring Internet Access
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Fundamentals of Security
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Implementing Security
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Viruses and Malicious Software
