Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software: AA CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) & CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) Textbook (8th Edition)
Authors: Cheryl A. Schmidt
ISBN-10: 0789760509
ISBN-13: 9780789760500
Edition 版次: 8
Publication Date 出版日期: 2019-08-08
Print Length 页数: 1280 pages
Book Description
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Cheryl Schmidt’s Complete A+ Guide to It Hardware and Software,Eighth Edition presents the fundamentals of computer desktop and laptop installation,configuration,maintenance,and networking through simple,step-by-step instruction based on CompTIA A+® Edition objectives. With a focused emphasis on security and customer service skills,this comprehensive computer repair guide introduces the most important tools students need to become professional,customer-friendly technicians using today’s technologies. A+® Certification Exam objectives summarize exam topics in an easy-to-use reference at the beginning of the book,so students can quickly locate and review key concepts covered on the exam. Each section is written in building-block fashion,beginning with the simplest concepts,continuing on to more advanced concepts,and creating a solid foundation for understanding new technologies as they arrive. Schmidt provides comprehensive pedagogical tools,many of them unique to this book.
Excellent resource to learn installation,preventative maintenance,networking,security and troubleshooting of PCs preparing you for entry-level IT job roles
Straightforward coverage of all certification objectives
Extensive end-of-chapter review,including true/false,multiple choice,matching,fill-in-the-blank,and open-ended questions
Soft Skills sections in each chapter,and at least two Soft Skills activities at the end of each chapter
Tech Tips designed to be useful in real-world PC repair
Hands-On Exercises linking theory to practice and experience
Clear chapter objectives
At least 2 Critical Thinking Skills activities in every chapter
Comes with instructor resources for course use: Instructor’s Manual,Chapter Power Points,Test Bank
Contents
About the Author
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Fotolia Image Credits
We Want to Hear from You!
Introduction
1. Introduction to the World of IT
2. Connectivity
3. On the Motherboard
4. Introduction to Configuration
5. Disassembly and Power
6. Memory
7. Storage Devices
8. Multimedia Devices
9. Printers
10. Mobile Devices
11. Computer Design and Troubleshooting Review
12. Internet Connectivity,Virtualization,and Cloud Technologies
13. Networking
14. Introduction to Operating Systems
15. Introduction to Scripting
16. Advanced Windows
17. macOS and Linux Operating Systems
18. Computer and Network Security
19. Operational Procedures
A. Subnetting Basics
Glossary
