Comptia A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide: Exam Core 1 220-1001 and Exam Core 2 220-1002

The ultimate Sybex guide to the A+ certification, fully updated and revised

The CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide: Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002, Fourth Edition is your comprehensive guide for acing the exam and earning A+ certification. Covering 100 percent of the objectives for both exams, this essential study tool gets you up to speed on essential A+ knowledge and skills. Master the critical competencies associated with hardware and software, system maintenance, troubleshooting, connectivity, and more—with practical examples drawn from real-world experience, you’ll develop the skill set employers demand in today’s IT environment. End-of-chapter reviews help you gauge your progress and stay on track for success, while exam highlights give you a sneak preview of what to expect on the big day. This deluxe edition provides access to the Sybex interactive online test bank, featuring bonus sets of electronic flashcards, a searchable glossary, and 4 additional practice exams to help you study from anywhere, any time. It also includes the ebook in multiple formats—prepare for the exam across multiple devices.

CompTIA A+ certification is the industry-leading standard for IT professionals. Hundreds of companies require their computer technicians to hold this valuable credential. Now in its fourth edition, this revised and updated study guide includes expanded coverage of virtualization and cloud computing, mobile hardware installation, network security, and more, to reflect the latest changes in the A+ exam. Providing all the information you need to earn your A+ certification, this invaluable resource will help you:

• Understand and troubleshoot network connectivity issues
• Install and configure Windows, iOS, Android, Apple OSX, and Linux operating systems
• Track your progress and test your understanding with interactive online study tools

The CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide, Fourth Edition arms you with the tools and knowledge necessary to take your skills to the next level. Whether a first-time candidate or IT professional in need of recertification, this essential study guide will help you prepare, practice, and pass with minimal burden and maximum results.

QUENTIN DOCTER, A+, ITF+, MCSE, CCNA, 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, Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Sun Microsystems. He is the author of several books, including Sybex's CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Study Guide.

JON BUHAGIAR, Network+, A+, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, BS/ITM,is an information technology professional with two decades of experience in higher education. During the past 19 years he has been responsible for Network Operations at Pittsburgh Technical College and lead several project, such as virtualization (server and desktop), VoIP, Office 365, and many other projects supporting the quality of education at the college. He has achieved several certifications from Cisco, CompTIA, and Microsoft and taught many of the certification paths. He is the author of several books, including Sybex's CompTIA Network+ Review Guide and Network+ exam review course.