Arco Computer Certification Handbook

by McCallister, Michael

• ISBN13: 9780028637570
• ISBN10: 0028637577
• Edition: CD
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-05-01
• Publisher: Arco Pub

Summary

Expert prep for nationwide computer technician exams.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Why Get Certified?
How to Use This Book
Getting Started in the Industry	p. 1
Defining Your Interests	p. 3
What Kind of Jobs Are in Demand?	p. 11
Defining a Career Path	p. 19
Training, Testing, and Studying	p. 27
What Kind of Training Is Out There?	p. 29
What Is This Going to Cost?	p. 35
Online Resources	p. 39
Test Taking	p. 45
What Kind of Test Is This?	p. 47
Setting Up the Test	p. 53
The Day of the Test	p. 57
Completing the Certification	p. 61
Keeping Up: Staying Certified	p. 69
Getting Certified: The Choices	p. 73
Entry Level	p. 75
Networking	p. 99
Database Administration and Programming	p. 109
Operating Systems and Applications	p. 115
Internet Certifications	p. 133
Security	p. 139
Programming and Software Development	p. 143
Training	p. 151
Miscellaneous Programs	p. 159
Sample A+ Test	p. 167
State-by-State Directory of Certification Training Programs	p. 185
Your Certification Tracking Report	p. 261
Arco Computer Certification Handbook CD	p. 271
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