A+ Training Guide (Training Guides (Que))

A+ Training Guide (Training Guides (Que))

by Charles J . Brooks (Author)

Synopsis

Appropriate for all courses on computer repair, maintenance, and upgrades, especially courses preparing students for the latest version of the CompTIA A+ exam.

A+ Training Guide, Fifth Edition is the definitive, comprehensive study guide for the brand-new versions of both A+ exams: Core Hardware and Operating System technologies. Renowned technology instructor Charles Brooks covers every exam objective in depth. Core Hardware exam coverage includes installation, configuration, upgrades, diagnosis, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance; motherboards, processors, memory, printers, basic networking, and more. The book's extensive Operating Systems coverage has been updated to reflect Microsofts latest Windows XP and Me operating systems. Brooks covers operating system basics, navigation, file and disk management, installation and upgrades, startup, working with devices and applications, troubleshooting, Windows networking, Internet connectivity, and more. Like all books in the Training Guide series, A+ Training Guide, Fifth Edition is designed to make the most of students valuable study time. It provides objective explanations that place each exam objective in a context that defines it more meaningfully; exercises and step-by-step examples; guided practice exercises placed strategically in each chapter; study strategies and exam tips; multiple self-assessment opportunities, including a complete practice exam; chapter and terminology summaries; and a Fast Facts section for last-minute review.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 1552
Edition: 5
Publisher: Pearson IT Certification
Published: 06 Nov 2003

ISBN 10: 0789730448
ISBN 13: 9780789730442

Author Bio

Charles J. Brooks, author of five editions of the A+ Training Guide, is currently the president of Marcraft International Corporation, located in Kennewick, Washington, and is in charge of research and development. He is the author of several books, including Speech Synthesis, Pneumatic Instrumentation, The Complete Introductory Computer Course, Radio-Controlled Car Project Manual, and IBM PC Peripheral Troubleshooting and Repair. A former electronics instructor and technical writer with the National Education Corporation, Charles has taught and written on post-secondary EET curriculum, including introductory electronics, transistor theory, linear integrated circuits, basic digital theory, industrial electronics, microprocessors, and computer peripherals.