CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide

Prepare for the new A+ certification exams with this updated companion resource to the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide

In the sixth edition of CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1201 and Core 2 Exam 220-1202, A+ certified tech educator Troy McMillan offers a must-have companion resource to the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide. This book includes practical examples and insights drawn from the real-world experience of PC and hardware technicians, as well as A+ certification exam highlights and concise end-of-chapter reviews.

This Review Guide gets you up-to-speed on mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing, and hardware and network troubleshooting. It also prepares you for the certification exam questions covering operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.

Using the explanations, practice questions (with included answers), and examples, you'll quickly and efficiently prepare for both the Core 1 and Core 2 A+ certification exams.

Also inside:

• Accurate updates to each topic consistent with the latest version of the exams
• Additional coverage of each of the objectives tested by the Core 1 and Core 2 A+ exams that expands on the material contained in the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide
• Complimentary access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment, with practice questions, digital flashcards, and a searchable PDF glossary of key terminology

CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide, sixth edition, is perfect for everyone preparing for the new A+ Core 1 and Core 2 certification exams (220-1201 and 220-1202). It's also an essential resource for IT professionals who want to upgrade or improve their skills.

Introduction xxxi

Part I CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam 220-1201 1

Chapter 1 Mobile Devices 3

Chapter 2 Networking 45

Chapter 3 Hardware 95

Chapter 4 Virtualization and Cloud Computing 183

Chapter 5 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting 197

Part II Comptia A+ Core 2 Exam 220-1202 241

Chapter 6 Operating Systems 243

Chapter 7 Security 417

Chapter 8 Software Troubleshooting 515

Chapter 9 Operational Procedures 545

Appendix Answers to the Review Questions 607

Index 627

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

TROY MCMILLAN holds more than 30 IT certifications, including A+ and Network+. He is a Product Developer and Technical Editor for N2K.com and a full-time trainer, teaching Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA, and Wireless classes.

Effective, accurate review for the A+ certification, updated for the latest exams

CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide, 6th Edition, provides targeted review of key concepts for everyone taking the Core 1 220-1201 and Core 2 220-1202 A+ certification exams. Organized by exam objective, each chapter in this easy-to-use guide includes an Exam Essentials section that helps you zero in on what you need to review and skip what you already know. The perfect complement to the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide, 6th Edition and the CompTIA A+Complete Practice Tests, 4th Edition, you’ll find full coverage of all exam objectives and gain instant access to the Sybex interactive learning environment.

Review covers all 5 domain areas of the A+ Core 1 220-1201 Exam:

• Mobile Devices
• Networking
• Hardware
• Virtualization and Cloud Computing
• Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

And covers all 4 domain areas of the A+ Core 2 220-902 exam:

• Operating Systems
• Security
• Software Troubleshooting
• Operational Procedures

ABOUT THE CompTIA A+ CERTIFICATION

The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer technicians. Exams measure a candidate’s competency with various hardware components and software operating systems. A+ certification is the most popular entry-level IT certification, especially for those switching to IT from another career.

Interactive learning environment

Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex’s superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit www.wiley.com/go/ sybextestprep, follow the instructions to register your book, and instantly gain one year of FREE access after activation to:

• Interactive test bank with 4 practice exams
• 200 flashcards
• Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared