CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) Exam Cram

by Prowse, David L.

• ISBN13: 9780789760579
• ISBN10: 0789760576
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-08-21
• Publisher: Pearson IT Certification

Summary

This is the perfect study guide to help you pass CompTIA^®’s new A+^® Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) exams. It provides coverage and practice questions for every exam topic, including substantial new coverage of Windows 10, as well as new PC hardware, tablets, smartphones, macOS, Linux, cloud computing, and professional-level networking and security. Extensive prep tools include quizzes, Exam Alerts, our great last-minute Cram Sheet, two full practice exams in the print book and an additional two exams in the test engine, plus complete real-time practice and feedback through Pearson’s state-of-the-art test engine. You’ll also find 14 exclusive Real-World Scenario case studies, all linked to simulations or video on our bonus content site.

 

Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) exams!

 

--Deploy and manage computers running Windows 10/8/7, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android

--Master and practice the six-step A+ troubleshooting process

--Understand, install, configure, and troubleshoot motherboards, CPUs, and memory

--Test and troubleshoot power-related problems

--Use all forms of storage, including SSDs, optical devices, and RAID systems

--Work effectively with mobile devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones

--Configure Windows components and applications, use Windows administrative tools, and optimize Windows systems

--Repair damaged Windows environments and troubleshoot Windows issues

--Install and manage printers and other peripherals

--Understand and work with networks, network hardware, wireless protocols, and cloud technologies

--Install and configure SOHO wired/wireless networks, and troubleshoot connectivity

--Secure desktops and mobile devices, implement authentication methods, prevent malware attacks, and protect data

 

EXCLUSIVE STATE-OF-THE-ART WEB-BASED TEST ENGINE WITH 320 PRACTICE QUESTIONS!

 

Make sure you’re 100% ready for the real exam!

--Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers

--Multiple test modes

--Random questions and order of answers

--Coverage of each current A+ exam objective 

Author Biography

David L. Prowse is an author, technical trainer, and technology problem solver. His titles for Pearson include the CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 Cert Guide, CompTIA A+ Complete Video Course, and CompTIA A+ Practice Questions. He supports his products and answers questions at his website: https://dprocomputer.com.

Table of Contents

Previous Edition Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction to Troubleshooting

Chapter 2 Motherboards

Chapter 3 The CPU

Chapter 4 RAM

Chapter 5 Power

Chapter 6 Storage

Chapter 7 Mobile Device Hardware

Chapter 8 Installing and Upgrading Windows

Chapter 9 Configuring Windows

Chapter 10 Maintaining Windows

Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Windows

Chapter 12 Video and Audio

Chapter 13 Peripherals and Custom Computing

Chapter 14 Printers

Chapter 15 Computer Networking Part I

Chapter 16 Computer Networking Part II

Chapter 17 Security

Chapter 18 Android, iOS, OS X, and Linux

Chapter 19 Safety, Procedures, and Professionalism

Chapter 20 Taking the Real Exams

Practice Exam 1 CompTIA A+ 220-901

Practice Exam 2 CompTIA A+ 220-902

Appendix A Real-World Scenarios