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CompTIA A+ Certification Practice Exams (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) (Certification Press) Review

CompTIA A+ Certification Practice Exams (Exams 220-701 and 220-702) (Certification Press)
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First off, if you're planning to use this as a primary reference for your A+ exam...DON'T. There are errors in the material. Second, if you're one of those who is able to memorize questions and answers and recall them at will, this book won't help you at all, because the CompTIA exam questions are NOT those in this book. Having said that, if you pair it up with a Meyers or Lammle text and use it for review, it will do its job, which is to prepare you for the actual CompTIA examinations. Yes, I know, the Meyers and Lammle books have their own practice tests included on their CDROMs. If you're at all uncertain about how well you've studied, pay the extra money and buy this book, and take the practice tests it provides.
As to the actual practice tests, both those on the included CDROM and from the authors' Web site, you may find them more difficult than the actual CompTIA exams. This is a good thing, because if you are able to pass the practice tests, you're likely to score well on the CompTIA exams. An example? I squeaked out a 76% on the two Practical Applications practice tests from the book and Web site, and then after studying the suggested "weak" areas, scored 850 on the CompTIA exam.
In short, if you're not comfortable with your knowledge and abilities, pick this up and try the tests to see where you need to build yourself up. If you ARE, pick it up anyway and see if you know what you think you know.

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CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide: Exams 220-701 (Essentials) and 220-702 (Practical Application) Review

CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide: Exams 220-701 (Essentials) and 220-702 (Practical Application)
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This books is absolute. It comes everything in the A+ exam while also helping its readers understanding the concept behind the topics tested, not just making sure you pass.
CDs that come with the book a excellent including a PDF version of the book, which is handy for when I travel.

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An arsenal of study aids for anyone preparing to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams
Written by a team of industry experts, this unparalleled study guide offers you a systematic approach to preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification, and includes real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, challenging chapter review questions, plus a CD with Sybex's custom test engine to reinforce all of the concepts you learn.

This Deluxe Edition of the bestselling CompTIA A+ Study Guide features bonus practice exams, flashcards, and a bonus CD with more than an hour of instructional video of key hands-on tasks.

Covering all exam objectives, study guide focuses on the new best practices and places a strong emphasis on current software including Windows 7. Inside this guide you'll learn how to:

Identify and understand PC system components, including motherboards, processors, memory, and cooling systems.
Identify and understand storage devices, power supplies, display devices, and adapters.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, and portable devices.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot printers.
Install and configure operating systems including Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
General troubleshooting theory and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshooting operating systems, hardware, printers, and laptops.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot networks
Set up and maintain network security
Master essential operational procedures for PC technicians
Communicate professionally with co-workers and clients

Updated Coverage Includes Windows 7 Topics

Download Windows 7 supplements foryour exam prepincluding additional review questions, additional practice exam questions, and an updated objectives map from sybex.com.

Featured on the CDs

Over 600 Practice questions
Eight practice tests (4 for the 220-701, and 4 for 220-702)
Electronic flashcards
Entire book as a searchable PDF
More than 1 hour of instructional videos

Note:CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

For Instructors:Teaching supplements are available for this title.


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CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Sixth Edition Review

CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Sixth Edition
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I spent over a week agonizing over which book to purchase to prepare for the A+ exam. I ended up choosing this because it seemed to me to be the most material for the money and because Meyers, the author, has a reputation for quality in the industry. After working through the book, I am fully satisfied, and passed the exam on the first try. This guide is extremely comprehensive, and laid out in a very logical and easy-to-use way. Meyers' writing style is very easy to read and engaging. Even dry subjects are quite readable. The included materials are also quite good, but I should mention a few caveats. The book advertises 8 practice exams, but that means two for each of the four tests. Because any one person will only take two tests (Essentials and one elective), there really are only four practice tests (however, there is so much overlap, I found taking all the tests to be helpful). Also, each practice test is only 50 questions, but the real test is 100, so each is only half a test. On the other hand, the practice tests are very accurate and the interface is just like what you'll face on test day. Also, if you purchase your exam vouchers from Meyers' website, you will not only save $30 on each test, but also get an additional two practice tests (100 questions) for each exam. Overall, I definitely recommend this book over any other you might be considering, and I plan to purchase the accompanying Network+ book to study for that test.

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CompTIA A+ 2009 In Depth Review

CompTIA A+ 2009 In Depth
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Jean Andrews, Ph.D.'s CompTIA A+2009 In Depth covers all of CompTIA's latest 2009 A+ certification exams and provides key terms, review questions, and a companion CD-ROM and web site with video tutorials to cover everything needed to troubleshoot computer hardware and software. The latest technologies are included in this in-depth tutorial which covers all the basics of PC repair, from older technology still being used to the latest cutting-edge computer equipment. This new edition also focuses on Windows Vista and XP in this top pick for any advanced computer library catering to the exam students.

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CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition (Exam 220-701 & 220-702) (Certification Press) Review

CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition (Exam 220-701 and 220-702) (Certification Press)
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I literally keep this on my desk at all times. Since I had a good foundation of computer hardware and software knowledge I didn't need to read page for page, but I study up on issues I run into from time to time. I can see this being a great book to help people new into the IT world and computing. The CD has great resources to assist anyone who is planning to take the A+ Certification! Good job!!

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CompTIA A+ Certification All-In-One For Dummies Review

CompTIA A+ Certification All-In-One For Dummies
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Waste of money, waste of time. I'm sorry to say it because I normally love (and trust) the "Dummies" series of books. But I'm a pretty computer proficient person already, and I knew a TON of the material was just useless and obsolete. To confirm my suspicions, I downloaded the official A+ 2009 exam objectives, and sure enough, about half of what this Dummies book covers isn't even covered at all. Who uses ISA slots or Pentium 2s these days, come on?!
They tried to update the book by throwing in new hardware types and such, but it was such an obvious copy and paste job. You might be reading a paragraph, talking about how new and prevalent X hardware is, only to read a recent paragraph addition about how new and prevalent hardware Y is. Guess what, only one of them is (e.g., X went out of style years ago, everyone uses Y now). This is very common.
Updating a book--especially something so technical--should involve more than pasting in some new material. It should be deleting the useless stuff, and giving the reader a true sense of what's the dominant hardware type and what's going out of style. Reading this, you might have no idea if you didn't have prior knowledge. Plus, there are blatant inaccuracies (e.g., AMD's new AM3 processors have 938 pins, not 941 as written in the book).
Sorry, but I can't recommend this book. Comprehensive, yes. Accurate, up-to-date, and relevant? Not by a mile.

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CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Exams 220-701 (Essentials) and 220-702 (Practical Application) Review

CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Exams 220-701 (Essentials) and 220-702 (Practical Application)
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This book is really great it has everything you need to pass the A+ 2009 Objectives. I took my A+ Test two days about and passed. This book covers alot of stuff that you would see on the test believe me when I tell you this. Make sure if you are taking the A+ 2009 objectives that you know your port numbers and what they are for because the test is going to ask you about this. This book really set the tone for the exam so if you want to pass get this book.

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Two Exams in One Book! A+ Essentials (220-701) and Practical Application (220-702)
Written by a team of industry experts, this unparalleled study guide offers you a systematic approach to preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification, and includes real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, challenging chapter review questions, plus a CD with Sybex's custom test engine to reinforce all of the concepts you learn.

Get full coverage of all of the exam objectives for both the 220-701 and 220-702 exams, Inside this guide you'll learn how to:

Identify and understand PC system components, including motherboards, processors, memory, and cooling systems.
Identify and understand storage devices, power supplies, display devices, and adapters.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, and portable devices.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot printers.
Install and configure operating systems including Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
General troubleshooting theory and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshooting operating systems, hardware, printers, and laptops.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot networks
Set up and maintain network security
Master essential operational procedures for PC technicians
Communicate professionally with co-workers and clients

Updated Coverage Includes Windows 7 Topics

This study guide includes updated content coveringWindows 7topics which were added to the CompTIA A+ examin January, 2011. The supplemental content includes additional review questions, additional practice exam questions, and an updated objectives map. (Note that theupdated content is also available for download from theResources & Downloads tab on the product page atsybex.com.)

Featured on the CD

Over 600 Practice questions
Six practice tests (3 for the 220-701, and 3 for 220-702)
Electronic flashcards
Entire book as a searchable PDF

Note:CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

For Instructors:Teaching supplements are available for this title.


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Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Certification Passport, Fourth Edition (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) Review

Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Certification Passport, Fourth Edition (Exams 220-701 and 220-702)
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I only have 6 months of real experience. I bought the big Sybex Comptia A+ Study Guide and studied it hard for ~3-4 weeks. I went in to the 220-701 feeling totally prepared and confident. After the first 5 questions I felt helpless, stupid and defeated but somehow I barely passed. I knew right then and there that the Sybex book wasn't working for me so I ordered this book. I got it on a Tuesday afternoon and read the whole thing by Friday to take the test. I passed with total confidence.
The book is a short and to the point. Very concentrated. The practice test it comes with is way better than the one that comes with Sybex. I highly recommend this book!

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From the #1 Name in Professional Certification
Get on the fast track to becoming CompTIA A+ certified with this affordable, portable study tool. Certification training guru Mike Meyers guides you on your career path, providing expert tips and sound advice along the way. With an intensive focus on only what you need to know to pass, CompTIA A+ exams 220-701 and 220-702, this certification passport is your ticket to success on exam day.
INSIDE:
Itineraries--List of official exam objectives covered
ETAs--Amount of time needed to complete each lesson
Travel Advisories--Expert advice on critical topics
Local Lingo--Concise definitions of key terms and concepts
Travel Assistance--Recommended resources for more information
Exam Tips--Common exam pitfalls and solutions
Checkpoints--End-of-chapter questions, answers, and explanations
Career Flight Path--Career options mapped out to maximize the return from your IT journey

PRACTICE EXAMS:
Practice exams for 220-701 & 220-702
Hundreds of practice questions from the book
Video training segment
Mike's favorite PC tools and utilities
E-book


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A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting Review

A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting
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As an instructor at a technical college, I'm constantly looking for textbooks that actually teach my students. So many books are just "cookie-cutter" types that merely regurgitate the same exam prep information found in all the others. I needed a textbook that went beyond that.
The A+ Guide to Hardware (and it's companion book, A+ Guide to Software), by Jean Andrews, is that textbook. I'm very happy with it's accuracy and currency and the students actually read it! The text is very understandable and well written. My students are passing the practice exams with flying colors and several have received their A+ Certification as a result of this excellent text.
I highly recommend this text for anyone desiring to understand and pass the A+ Certification exam!

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Written by best-selling PC repair author and educator Jean Andrews, the fifth edition of A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting maps fully to CompTIA's 2009 A+ Exam objectives. This full-color guide is the most complete, step-by-step book available for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware. At the same time, it prepares readers to successfully pass the A+ 220-701 and 220-702 exams. The new edition is formatted to support any teaching or learning style and course format, featuring an essentials-to-practical organization within each chapter and inclusion of tabs distinguishing exam content. Further content and live demonstrations with Jean Andrews are available on the accompanying CD, making this new edition a total solution for hardware maintenance and repair.

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CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) Review

CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition (Exams 220-701 and 220-702)
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I had received the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide for xmas because the All-in-One Exam Guide wasn't available yet. Well, I gave up on the Complete Study Guide after I was 1/3 the way through and ordered Meyer's version as I saw that it had become available on Amazon. What can I say? The guy is such a great teacher and the book is very well laid out and easy to understand, relying on plenty of analogies and diagrams. You get the feeling that you are in a classroom listening to your favorite teacher; Mikes methods of teaching are pleasantly informal, and he seems to have the formula for mixing professionalism and humor down to a tee.

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Get complete coverage of the latest release of the CompTIA A+ exams inside this fully revised and updated resource. Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this expert guide covers CompTIA A+ exams 220-701 and 220-702. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, in-depth explanations, and more than 1,000 photographs and illustrations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive volume also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.
Covers all exam objectives, including how to:

Work with CPUs, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, and other PC components
Install, partition, and format hard drives
Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot WIndows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista
Troubleshoot PCs and implement security measures
Install video and multimedia cards
Work with portable PCs, PDAs, smartphones, and wireless technologies
Manage printers and connect to networks and the Internet
Understand safety and environmental issues
Establish good communication skills and adhere to privacy policies

The CD-ROM features:

Practice exams for 701 & 702
600+ chapter review questions
New video introduction to CompTIA A+
One-hour video training segment
Mike's favorite PC tools and utilities
Searchable e-book


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