Comptia A+ Complete Study Guide: Exam Core 1 220-1001 and Exam Core 2 220-1002 - Docter, Quentin

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Résumé :
The definitive Sybex guide to A+ certification, fully updated for the latest exams The CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide, Fourth Edition is your ultimate preparation guide for Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. Covering 100 percent of the objectives for both exams, this book gets you up to speed on essential A+ knowledge and skills. Master the critical competencies associated with hardware and software, system maintenance, troubleshooting, connectivity, and more--with practical examples drawn from real-world experience, you'll develop the skill set employers demand in today's IT environment. End-of-chapter reviews help you gauge your progress and stay on track for success, while exam highlights give you a sneak preview of what to expect on the big day. You also get access to the Sybex online test bank, featuring electronic flashcards, a searchable glossary, and 4 practice exams to help you study from anywhere, any time--track your progress and test your understanding with interactive study tools. CompTIA A+ certification is the industry-leading standard for IT professionals. Hundreds of companies require their computer technicians to hold this valuable credential. Now in its fourth edition, this revised and updated study guide includes expanded coverage of virtualization and cloud computing, mobile hardware installation, network security, and more, to reflect the latest changes in the A+ exam. Providing all the information you need to earn your A+ certification, this invaluable resource will help you: * Master the basics of hardware, software, and peripherals * Understand and troubleshoot network connectivity issues * Install and configure Windows, iOS, Android, Apple OSX, and Linux operating systems The CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide, Fourth Edition arms you with the tools and knowledge necessary to take your skills to the next level. Whether a first-time candidate or IT professional in need of recertification, this essential study guide will help you prepare, practice, and pass with minimal burden and maximum results....

Biographie:
Quentin Docter (Loveland, OH), A+, MCSE, CNE, CCNA, SCSA, has spent more than 17 years in the IT field. His experience includes technician, network administrator, consultant, trainer, author, and web developer. He is presently an IT consultant and well-respected author. Jon Buhagiar (Pittsburg, PA), A+, Network+, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, BS/ITM, is Supervisor of Network Operations at Pittsburgh Technical College. In addition to teaching, he has been creating course content for the past 17 years. Some of his more recent work can be found on Youtube http://www.youtube.com/networkedminds....

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Introduction xxxiii Assessment Test for Exam 220-1001 lxxvi Assessment Test for Exam 220-1002 lxxxvii Part I 220-1001 1 Chapter 1 Motherboards, Processors, and Memory 3 Understanding Motherboards 5 Understanding Processors 38 Understanding Memory 44 Understanding Cooling Systems 59 Summary 68 Exam Essentials 68 Review Questions 70 Performance-Based Question 1 74 Performance-Based Question 2 74 Chapter 2 Internal Expansion, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies 75 Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards 77 Understanding Storage Devices 84 Understanding Power Supplies 113 Summary 124 Exam Essentials 124 Review Questions 126 Performance-Based Question 130 Chapter 3 Peripherals and Connectors 131 Understanding Cables and Connectors 133 Understanding Uses of Peripheral Devices 161 Summary 194 Exam Essentials 195 Review Questions 197 Performance-Based Question 201 Chapter 4 Custom PC Configurations 203 Exploring Custom Configurations 205 Thin Clients 221 Summary 228 Exam Essentials 229 Review Questions 230 Performance-Based Question 234 Chapter 5 Installing and Configuring Printers 235 Understanding Print Technologies and Imaging Processes 237 Installing and Maintaining Printers 267 Summary 303 Exam Essentials 303 Review Questions 305 Performance-Based Question 308 Chapter 6 Networking Fundamentals 309 Understanding Networking Principles 311 Identifying Common Network Hardware 333 Summary 357 Exam Essentials 357 Review Questions 359 Performance-Based Question 362 Chapter 7 Introduction to TCP/IP 363 Understanding TCP/IP 365 Summary 395 Exam Essentials 396 Review Questions 398 Performance-Based Question 402 Chapter 8 Installing Wireless and SOHO Networks 403 Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies 406 Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks 426 Summary 478 Exam Essentials 478 Review Questions 480 Performance-Based Question 484 Chapter 9 Network Services, Virtualization, and Cloud Computing 485 Understanding Network Services 487 Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing 511 Summary 533 Exam Essentials 534 Review Questions 536 Performance-Based Question 539 Chapter 10 Understanding Laptops 541 Working with Laptops 543 Input Devices 566 Internal Expansion 575 Laptop Displays 580 External Peripherals 591 Summary 595 Exam Essentials 595 Review Questions 597 Performance-Based Question 600 Chapter 11 Understanding Mobile Devices 601 Understanding Mobile Devices 603 Summary 635 Exam Essentials 635 Review Questions 637 Performance-Based Question 640 Chapter 12 Mobile Device Connectivity and Synchronization 641 Understanding Network Connectivity and Email 643 Configuring Mobile Device Synchronization 687 Summary 699 Exam Essentials 700 Review Questions 702 Performance-Based Question 706 Chapter 13 Troubleshooting Methodology and Resolving Core Hardware Problems 707 Using the Troubleshooting Best Practice Methodology 710 Troubleshooting Core Hardware Issues 721 Summary 735 Exam Essentials 736 Review Questions 737 Performance-Based Question 741 Chapter 14 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting 743 Troubleshooting Storage and Video Problems 748 Troubleshooting Common Mobile Device Issues 758 Troubleshooting Printer Problems 772 Troubleshooting Networking Problems 797 Summary 819 Exam Essentials 820 Review Questions 823 Performance-Based Question 826 Part II 220-1002 827 Chapter 15 Operating System Basics 829 Understanding Operating Systems 831 Preparing for the Exam 866 Summary 869 Exam Essentials 869 Review Questions 871 Performance-Based Question 874 Chapter 16 Operating System Administration 875 Interacting with Operating Systems 877 Administrative Tools 917 Disk Management 938 Summary 945 Exam Essentials 945 Review Questions 947 Performance-Based Question 950 Chapter 17 Working with Windows 10 951 Introduction to Windows 10 953 Inst...