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As the industry standard in terms of measuring a technician’s hardware and software knowledge, the CompTIA A+ exam is the most popular entry-level certification, particularly for individuals switching from another career to computers. This kit prepares you for the two-part certification exam by offering valuable information on personal computer components, laptop and portable devices, printers and scanners, networks, and security safety and environment.

This boxed contains three books that provides everything you need to prepare for the CompTIA A+ 2006 Certification Exam, including in-depth coverage of all exam objectives, exercises to hone your real-world skills, and a concise review for that last-minute test prep.

CompTIA A+(r) Complete Study Guide

This Study Guide provides complete, in-depth coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need

• Hands-on exercises reinforce critical skills
• Real-world scenarios put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
• Challenging review questions prepare you for exam day
• Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know
• Includes Eight practice exams on CD: 2 each for A+ Essentials, IT Technician, Remote Support Technician, and Depot Technician

PC Technician Street Smarts: A Real World Guide to CompTIA A+(r) Skills

Key information and hands-on practice organized around the actual day-to-day tasks and challenges you'll face in the field as a PC Technician, including installing and maintaining hardware and software, and much more

• Practice what you've learned with challenging real world scenarios
• Follow step-by-step exercises and get the skills you need in the field
• Based on specific exam objectives--use this as a lab manual for certification prep

CompTIA A+(r) Complete Fast Pass(TM)

A concise review tool--and the perfect companion to the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide--focusing on essential information for all four A+ exams

• Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick review
• Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know
• Contains more review questions and practice tools than competing review guides
• Includes four practice exams on CD plus electronic flashcards and a searchable Glossary of Terms

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Each of the three books included in this kit contains concise information on networking essentials, and uses practical examples and insights drawn from real-world scenarios. You’ll get up-to-date preparation software, including a test engine and electronic flashcards. Plus, you’ll get a look at the necessary day-to-day experiences of a Network+ engineer. With this kit you’ll gain an understanding of the skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot today’s basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols.

This boxed set includes three books with everything you need to prepare for CompTIA Network+ Certification:

Network+(r) Study Guide: Exam N10-003, 4th Edition

Complete, in-depth coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need

• Hands-on exercises reinforce critical skills
• Real-world scenarios put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
• Challenging review questions prepare you for exam day
• Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know
• Two full-length practice exams included on the CD

Network Administrator Street Smarts: A Real World Guide to CompTIA Network+ Skills

Key information and hands-on practice organized around the actual day-to-day tasks and challenges you'll face in the field as a network administrator, including designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting networks

• Practice what you've learned with challenging real world scenarios
• Follow step-by-step exercises and get the skills you need in the field
• Based on specific exam objectives--use this as a lab manual for certification prep

Network+(r) Fast Pass

A concise review tool--and the perfect companion to the Network+ Study Guide, 4th Edition --focusing on essential information for the exam

• Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick review
• Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know
• Contains more review questions and practice tools than competing review guides
• Includes two practice exams on CD plus electronic flashcards and a searchable Glossary of Terms

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• At the end of 2004, more than 600,000 people had received CompTIA's vendor-neutral A+ certification, a key credential for anyone pursuing a career as a computer technician
• This competitively priced new guide offers seven minibooks and 1,000+ pages covering every aspect of the two required A+ exams, plus customizable test-prep software on CD-ROM
• Minibooks provide a thorough review of all the hardware and operating system topics tested in the exams: installation, configuration, and upgrading; diagnosing and troubleshooting; preventive maintenance; motherboards, processors, and memory; printers; networking; and operating system fundamentals
• Published day-and-date with the CompTIA's latest revision of the A+ exams

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file..
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All-in-one guide prepares you for CompTIA's new A+ Certification

Candidates aiming for CompTIA's revised, two-exam A+ Certified Track will find everything they need in this value-packed book. Prepare for the required exam, CompTIA A+ Essentials (220-601), as well as your choice of one of three additional exams focusing on specific job roles--IT Technician (220-602), Remote Support Technician (220-603), or Depot Technician (220-604). This in-depth book prepares you for any or all four exams, with full coverage of all exam objectives. Inside, you'll find:

• Comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives for all four exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need
• Hand-on exercises to reinforce critical skills
• Real-world scenarios that show you life beyond the classroom and put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
• Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day
• Exam Essentials, a key feature at the end of each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exams
• A handy fold-out that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective
• Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams.

Featured on the CD

SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and 8 total practice exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.

Also on CD, you'll find the entire book in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

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Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file..
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Take charge of your career with certification that can increase your marketability This new Deluxe Edition of the top-selling Security + Study Guide is what you need to prepare for CompTIA's Security+ SY0-101 exam. Developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's certification candidates and aspiring IT security professionals, this fully updated, comprehensive book includes:

* Clear and concise information on crucial security topics
* Six practical exams and over 600 practice questions, more than any other CompTIA Security+ book on the market
* Special Security Administrator's Troubleshooting Guide appendix
* Practical examples and hands-on labs to prepare you for the real world
* Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a test engine and electronic flashcards

Inside, find authoritative and coverage of all key exam topics, including:
* General security concepts
* Communication security
* Infrastructure security
* Basics of cryptography
* Operational and organizational security

This book has been reviewed and approved as CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum (CAQC). Students derive a number of important study advantages with CAQC materials, including coverage of all exam objectives, implementation of important instructional design principles, and instructional reviews that help students assess their learning comprehension and readiness for the exam.

Featured on the CD

SYBEX TEST ENGINE: Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions plus bonus exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS: Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm device..
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This boxed set provides everything you need to prepare for your CompTIA Security+ certification, including full coverage of all exam objectives, exercises to hone your real-world skills, and a concise review for that last minute test prep. The set includes CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, Third Edition, covering all exam objectives in a systematic approach; Security Administrator Street Smarts: A Real World Guide to CompTIA Security+ Skills, with key information and practice organized around the actual scenarios you'll face in the field; and Security+Fast Pass, a concise review tool..
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This book covers every skill measured by the latest A+ Exams including:

• Understanding all essential PC terminology, concepts, internal components, and peripherals
• Installing, upgrading, configuring, and optimizing PC components
• Troubleshooting hardware and performing essential preventive maintenance
• Mastering today’s best practices for professionalism and client communications
• Managing storage, printers, and scanners
• Maintaining laptops and other portable devices
• Performing advanced component installation, upgrade, and troubleshooting
• Installing, upgrading, repairing, and optimizing all Windows operating systems covered on the A+ exams
• Securing PCs and safeguarding their contents against data loss
• Setting up networks and troubleshooting network connectivity issues
• Understanding and managing computer-related safety and environmental issues

 

WRITTEN BY A LEADING A+ EXPERT

Charles J. Brooks is currently co-owner and vice president of Educational Technologies Group Inc., as well as co-owner of eITPrep LLP, an online training company. He is in charge of research and product development at both organizations. A former electronics instructor and technical writer with the National Education Corporation, Charles taught and wrote on post-secondary EET curriculum, including introductory electronics, transistor theory, linear integrated circuits, basic digital theory, industrial electronics, microprocessors, and computer peripherals. Charles has authored several books, including the first five editions of A+ Certification Training Guide, The Complete Introductory Computer Course, and IBM PC Peripheral Troubleshooting and Repair. He also writes about networking, residential technology integration, and convergence.

 

 

CD Features MeasureUp Practice Questions!

 

The CD features innovative testing software powered by MeasureUp, with an extensive collection of additional practice questions. This state-of-the-art study system can help you get completely ready for any current A+ exams: A+ Essentials, 220-602, 220-603, or 220-604!

• Multiple test modes, so you can study in the way that’s most comfortable for you
• Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers help you thoroughly understand every A+ topic
• Helps you quickly identify your strengths–and fix your weaknesses

 

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All-in-one guide plus videos prepares you for CompTIA's new A+ Certification


Candidates aiming for CompTIA's revised, two-exam A+ Certified Track will find what they need in this value-packed book. Prepare for the required exam, CompTIA A+ Essentials (220-601), as well as your choice of one of three additional exams focusing on specific job roles--IT Technician (220-602), Remote Support Technician (220-603), or Depot Technician (220-603). This in-depth Deluxe Edition features instructional videos, thorough coverage of all objectives for all four exams, bonus practice exams, and more. Inside, you'll find:

Comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives for all four exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need

CD with over an hour of instructional videos so you see how to perform key tasks

Hand-on exercises to reinforce critical skills

Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles

Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day

Exam Essentials, a key feature at the end of each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exams

A handy fold-out that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams.

Featured on the CDs

SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and 12 total bonus exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.

PRACTICE CD:
Learn how to perform key tasks with over an hour of instructional videos on a bonus CD!

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