CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide (Exams 220-701/220-702)
Organized by exam objectives, this is a focused, concise review guide that works hand-in-hand with any learning tool, including the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide, 2nd Edition.\ The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard in terms of measuring a technician's hardware and software knowledge. As the most popular entry-level certification, it is particularly popular among individuals switching from another career to computers.\ This focused guide will help you focus on preparing to...
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The perfect companion to Sybex's CompTIA A+ Complete Study GuideUse the interactive CD included with the book for extra practice. It provides four practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms.Approach the A+ Essentials and Practical Application exams with confidence Before you take the new CompTIA A+ Essentials exam (220-701) or Practical Application exam (220-702), reinforce your test preparation with this concise guide that reviews everything you need to know for both. You'll find full coverage of all exam objectives for both exams and a CD packed with additional study tools.Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick reviewFlexible review guide goes hand-in-hand with any learning tool on the market, including the Sybex CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide"Exam Essentials" sections in each chapter help you zero in on what you need to knowBook includes over 400 review questions and practice tools
Introduction xviiPart I CompTIA A+ Essentials 1Chapter 1 Hardware 3Identify Principles of Personal Computer Storage 9Critical Information 9Storage Devices 10Exam Essential 15Identifying Motherboards 15Critical Information 15System Board Form Factors 22I/O Interfaces 23Memory 24Processor Sockets 28Bus Architecture and Slots 39PATA/IDE/EIDE Devices 42RAID 45Firmware 46Daughterboards 46Motherboard and CPU Problems 46Exam Essentials 47Working with Power Supplies 48Critical Information 48Exam Essentials 50Cooling Methods 50Critical Information 50Exam Essentials 52Display Devices 52Critical Information 52Exam Essentials 56Input and Peripheral Devices 57Critical Information 57Exam Essentials 63Principles of Laptops and Portable Devices 64Critical Information 64Exam Essentials 70Installation and Configuration of Printers 70Critical Information 70Exam Essentials 83Review Questions 84Answers to Review Questions 85Chapter 2 Troubleshooting, Repair, and Maintenance 87The Basics of Troubleshooting 90Critical Information 90Exam Essential 91Common Symptoms and Causes 91Critical Information 91Exam Essential 95Common Printer Problems 95Critical Information 95Exam Essentials 106Common Laptop Issues 106Critical Information 107Exam Essentials 109Performing Preventive Maintenance 109Critical Information 109Exam Essentials 116Review Questions 117Answers to Review Questions 118Chapter 3 Operating Systems and Software 119Operating System Features 122Critical Information 122Exam Essentials 129User Interfaces 130CriticalInformation 130Major Operating System Components 131The Command Prompt 145Administrative Tools 147The Registry 152System Files Configuration Tools 153Exam Essentials 156Configuring Windows 156Critical Information 156Installing Operating Systems 164Preparing the Computer for Installation 174Windows XP Installation 180Windows Vista Installation 185Postinstallation Routines 185Exam Essentials 186Identifying Boot Sequences 187Critical Information 187Exam Essentials 192Review Questions 194Answers to Review Questions 195Chapter 4 Networking 197The Basics of Networking 199Critical Information 199Exam Essentials 210Network Cabling and Connectors 210Critical Information 210Exam Essentials 215Different Networks Types 215Critical Information 215Wireless Vulnerabilities to Know 218Exam Essentials 220Review Questions 221Answers to Review Questions 222Chapter 5 Security 223Explain the Basic Principles of Security 225Critical Information 227Exam Essentials 245Security Features 245Critical Information 246Exam Essentials 255Review Questions 256Answers to Review Questions 257Chapter 6 Operational Procedure 259Safety First 261Critical Information 261Environmental Issues 267Proper Disposal Procedures 271Exam Essentials 273Good Communication Skills 274Critical Information 274Putting It in Perspective 277Appropriate Job-Related Behavior 278Exam Essentials 282Review Questions 283Answers to Review Questions 284Part II CompTIA A+ Practical Application 285Chapter 7 Hardware 287Installing, Configuring, and Maintaining Personal Computer Components 293Critical Information 293Exam Essentials 306Diagnostic Procedures for PC Components 307Critical Information 308Exam Essentials 313Working with Laptops and Portable Devices 314Critical Information 314Troubleshooting 315Exam Essentials 316Building a Toolbox 317Critical Information 317Exam Essentials 319Working with Printers 319Critical Information 319Troubleshooting 320Preventive Maintenance 324Exam Essentials 325Review Questions 326Answers to Review Questions 327Chapter 8 Operating Systems 329Commands for Troubleshooting 333Critical Information 333Exam Essentials 341Windows Directory Structures 341Critical Information 341Exam Essentials 347System Utilities and Tools 349Critical Information 349Exam Essentials 361Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 361Critical Information 361Exam Essentials 373Review Questions 374Answers to Review Questions 375Chapter 9 Networking 377Client-Side Connectivity Issues 380Critical Information 380Exam Essentials 389Installing and Configuring a SOHO Network 390Critical Information 390Exam Essentials 403Review Questions 404Answers to Review Questions 405Chapter 10 Security 407Viruses and Malware 409Critical Information 409Exam Essentials 425Security and Troubleshooting 425Critical Information 425Exam Essentials 449Review Questions 450Answers to Review Questions 451Appendix About the Companion CD 453What You'll Find on the CD 454Sybex Test Engine 454PDF of Glossary of Terms 454Adobe Reader 454Electronic Flashcards 454System Requirements 454Using the CD 455Troubleshooting 455Customer Care 456Index 457
