Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 8 edition (August 1, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 007179512X
ISBN-13: 978-0071795128

The bestselling CompTIA A+ reference and test preparation guide--fully revised for the new 2012 exam topics
Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, the new edition of this trusted resource offers complete, up-to-date coverage of CompTIA A+ exams 220-801 and 220-802. You’ll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Prepare for the exams with confidence! McGraw-Hill is a Gold-Level CompTIA Authorized Partner offering Authorized CompTIA Approved Quality Content to give you the competitive edge on exam day. This comprehensive guide also serves as an essential on-the-job reference after certification.

Covers all exam objectives, including how to:

Work with CPUs, RAM, BIOS settings, motherboards, power supplies, and other PC components
Install, configure, and troubleshoot hard drives
Manage input devices and removable media
Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
Troubleshoot all common PC problems
Install video and multimedia cards
Work with smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices
Install and configure wired and wireless networks
Connect to the Internet
Protect your PC and your network
Install, configure, and manage printers
Work with virtualization technologies
Understand safety and environmental issues

About the Author

Mike Meyers, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, MCP, is the industry’s leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and the bestselling author of seven editions of CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He is the president of founder of Total Seminars, LLC, a major provider of PC and network repair seminars for thousands of organizations throughout the world, and a member of CompTIA.