Comptia It Fundamentals Study Guide - Softcover

Docter, Quentin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1119096480 ISBN 13: 9781119096481

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2016

Synopsis

NOTE: The exam this book covered, CompTIA IT Fundamentals (Exam FCO-U51), was retired by CompTIA in 2019 and is no longer offered. For coverage of the current exam CompTIA IT Fundamentals+: Exam FCO-U61, please look for the latest edition of this guide: CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Study Guide: Exam FCO-U61 (9781119513124).

Information Technology is not just about what applications you can use; it is about the systems you can support. The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is an introduction to the skills required to become a successful systems support professional, progressing onto more advanced certifications and career success.

The Sybex CompTIA IT Fundamentals Study Guide covers 100% of the exam objectives in clear and concise language and provides you authoritatively with all you need to know to succeed in the exam. Along with gaining preventative maintenance skills, you will also develop the tools to complete troubleshooting and fault resolution and resolve common issues experienced by the majority of computer systems.

The exam focuses on the essential IT skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals alike, including:

• Identifying and explaining computer components
• Setting up a workstation, including conducting software installations
• Establishing network connectivity
• Identifying compatibility issues and identifying and preventing security risks
• Managing the safety and preventative maintenance of computers

Practical examples, exam highlights and review questions provide real-world applications and uses. The book includes Sybex's interactive online learning environment and test bank with an assessment test, chapter tests, flashcards, and a practice exam. Our study tools can help you prepare for taking the exam???and increase your chances of passing the exam the first time!

About this title

From the Back Cover

Covers 100% of exam objectives, including compare and contrast common Operating Systems and their functions and features, explain the basic software features and functions of wireless devices, identify the purpose of internal computer components, define basic security threats, and much more...

Includes interactive online learning environment and study tools with:

+ 2 custom practice exams
+ More than 250 Electronic Flashcards
+ Searchable key term glossary

Your complete guide to preparing for CompTIA IT Fundamentals Exam FC0-U51

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals Study Guide is your one-stop resource for complete coverage of Exam FC0-U51. This Sybex Study Guide covers 100% of all exam FC0-U51 objectives. You'll prepare for the exam smarter and faster with Sybex thanks to superior content including, assessment tests that check exam readiness, objective map, real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, key topic exam essentials, and challenging chapter review questions. Reinforce what you have learned with the exclusive Sybex online learning environment and test bank, accessible across multiple devices. Get prepared for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam with Sybex.

Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you'll be ready for

• Identifying and explaining computer components
• Setting up a workstation
• Conducting software installations
• Establishing network connectivity
• Identifying compatibility issues
• Identifying and preventing security risks
• Managing computer safety and preventive maintenance

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 http://sybextestbanks.wiley.com, type in your unique PIN, and instantly gain access to

• Interactive test bank with 2 practice exams. Practice exams help you identify areas where further review is needed. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you're ready to take the certification exam. Over 100 questions total!
• More than 250 Electronic Flashcards to reinforce learning and last minute prep before the exam
• Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared

About the Author

Quentin Docter started in the IT industry as a tech support agent for Packard Bell in 1994. Since then he has worked in tech support, network administration, consulting, training, web development, and project management. During his career, he has achieved certifications from CompTIA (including IT Fundamentals), Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Sun Microsystems. He is the author of several books, including the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide by Sybex, an imprint of Wiley.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1119096480
• ISBN 13: 9781119096481
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 672