August 2019
Intermediate to advanced
1280 pages
46h 47m
English
book
Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software: A CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) & CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) Textbook, 8th Edition
by Cheryl A. Schmidt
Overview
Master IT hardware and software installation, configuration, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting and fully prepare for the CompTIA® A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) exams.
This is your all-in-one, real-world, full-color guide to connecting, managing, and troubleshooting modern devices and systems in authentic IT scenarios. Its thorough instruction built on the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) exam objectives includes coverage of Windows 10, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, cloud-based software, mobile and IoT devices, security, Active Directory, scripting, and other modern techniques and best practices for IT management.
Award-winning instructor Cheryl Schmidt also addresses widely-used legacy technologiesmaking this the definitive resource for mastering the tools and technologies youll encounter in real IT and business environments. Schmidts emphasis on both technical and soft skills will help you rapidly become a well-qualified, professional, and customer-friendly technician.
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Learning Objectives and chapter opening lists of CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Objectives make sure you know exactly what youll be learning, and you cover all you need to know
Hundreds of photos, figures, and tables present information in a visually compelling full-color design
Practical Tech Tips provide real-world IT tech support knowledge
Soft Skills best-practice advice and team-building activities in every chapter cover key tools and skills for becoming a professional, customer-friendly technician
Review Questionsincluding true/false, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and open-ended questionscarefully assess your knowledge of each learning objective
Thought-provoking activities help students apply and reinforce chapter content, and allow instructors to flip the classroom if they choose
Key Terms identify exam words and phrases associated with each topic
Detailed Glossary clearly defines every key term
Dozens of Critical Thinking Activities take you beyond the facts to deeper understanding
Chapter Summaries recap key concepts for more efficient studying
Certification Exam Tips provide insight into the certification exam and preparation process
This book features chapter-ending exercises graded by course instructors. Answers are unavailable for independent study.
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