CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 Authorized Cert Guide, Third Edition

CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 Authorized Cert Guide, Third Edition

by Mark Edward Soper, David L. Prowse, Scott Mueller
Released August 2012
Publisher(s): Pearson IT Certification
ISBN: 9780133037739

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Book description

Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 exam success with this CompTIA Approved Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning and a CompTIA Approved Platinum Partner.

  • Master CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 exam topics

  • Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes

  • Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks

  • Practice with realistic exam questions on the DVD

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    CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 Cert Guide is a best-of-breed study guide. Best-selling authors and expert instructors Mark Soper, Scott Mueller, and David Prowse help you master all the topics you need to know to succeed on your CompTIA 220-801 and 220-802 exams and move into a successful career as an IT technician.  

    Every feature of this book is designed to support both efficient exam preparation and long-term mastery:

  • Includes coverage of the new performance based questions

  • Opening Topics Lists define the topics you’ll need to learn in each chapter, including a list of the official exam objectives covered in that chapter

  • Exam Preparation Tasks include reviewing key topics, completing memory tables, defining key terms, working through scenarios, and answering review questions—all designed to help you go beyond simple facts to make sure you master concepts crucial to both passing the exam and enhancing your career

  • Key Terms defined in a complete glossary explain all the field’s essential terminology

    • The companion DVD contains the powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test Engine, two complete exams with access to a large library of exam-realistic questions. This state-of-the-art assessment engine offers you a wealth of customization options and reporting features to help you study more efficiently. Use step-by-step Study Mode or run a powerful exam simulation that mimics actual exam conditions. Whenever you want, get a complete assessment of your current knowledge, so you can focus scarce study time where you need it most. The DVD also includes sample beep codes to help you learn about these valuable troubleshooting tools, memory tables, and the glossary, all in searchable PDF format.  

    Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA approved study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time.

    The CompTIA approved study guide helps you master all the topics on the A+ exam, including

  • Motherboards, processors, RAM, and BIOS

  • Power supplies and system cooling

  • I/O, input ports, and devices

  • Video displays and video cards

  • Customized PCs

  • Laptops and mobile devices

  • Printers

  • Storage devices

  • Installing, using, and troubleshooting Windows

  • Virtualization

  • Networking

  • Security

  • Operational procedures and communications methods 

    • Companion CD

    The CD contains two free, complete practice exams, beep codes, memory tables, and a glossary.

    Includes Exclusive Offer for 70% Off Premium Edition eBook and Practice Test.

    Pearson IT Certification Practice Test minimum system requirements:

    Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), or Windows 7; Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 Client; Pentium class 1GHz processor (or equivalent); 512 MB RAM; 650 MB disc space plus 50 MB for each downloaded practice exam

    Table of contents

    1. Title Page
    2. Copyright Page
    3. Contents at a Glance
    4. Table of Contents
    5. About the Authors
    6. Dedication
    7. Acknowledgments
    8. About the Technical Editor
    9. We Want to Hear from You!
    10. Reader Services
    11. CompTIA
      1. It Pays to Get Certified
    12. Introduction
      1. Goals and Methods
      2. Who Should Read This Book?
      3. Strategies for Exam Preparation
      4. CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 Exam Objectives
      5. Pearson IT Certification Practice Test Engine and Questions on the Disc
    13. Chapter 1. Technician Essentials and PC Anatomy 101
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    14. Chapter 2. Motherboards and Processors
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    15. Chapter 3. BIOS
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    16. Chapter 4. Power Supplies and System Cooling
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    17. Chapter 5. RAM
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    18. Chapter 6. I/O and Input Ports and Devices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    19. Chapter 7. Video Displays and Video Cards
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    20. Chapter 8. Customized PCs and Multimedia Devices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    21. Chapter 9. Laptop and Notebook Computers
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    22. Chapter 10. Mobile Devices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    23. Chapter 11. Printers
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    24. Chapter 12. Storage Devices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    25. Chapter 13. Installing and Upgrading Windows
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    26. Chapter 14. Using and Managing Windows
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    27. Chapter 15. Troubleshooting and Maintaining Windows
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    28. Chapter 16. Networking
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    29. Chapter 17. Security
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    30. Chapter 18. Operational Procedures and Communications Methods
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Exam Preparation Tasks
    31. Glossary
      1. A
      2. B
      3. C
      4. D
      5. E–F
      6. G
      7. H
      8. I
      9. J–K
      10. L
      11. M
      12. N–O
      13. P–Q
      14. R
      15. S
      16. T
      17. U–V
      18. W–Z
    32. Index
    33. Where are the Companion Content Files?
    34. Add Page

    Product information

    • Title: CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802 Authorized Cert Guide, Third Edition
    • Author(s): Mark Edward Soper, David L. Prowse, Scott Mueller
    • Release date: August 2012
    • Publisher(s): Pearson IT Certification
    • ISBN: 9780133037739