CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 5th Edition

Building on the popular Sybex self-study approach, this Fifth Edition of bestselling CompTIA® A+® Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102, is revised and updated to cover major advances in technology, including mobile, cloud, networking, and security. The Study Guide includes practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience, as well as exam highlights and end-of-chapter review. Readers also have access to additional learning resources, including the Sybex interactive online learning environment and test bank with hundreds of review questions, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable PDF of a Glossary of the most important terms readers will need to understand.

The book provides 100% coverage of the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exam objectives, and verifies the successful candidate has the knowledge and job skills needed for:

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer equipment, mobile devices, and software for end users
• Servicing components based on customer requirements
• Understanding networking basics and applying basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats
• Properly and safely diagnosing, resolving, and documenting common hardware and software issues
• Applying troubleshooting skills and providing customer support using appropriate communication skills
• Understanding the basics of scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments in corporate environments

ABOUT CompTIA A+ CERTIFICATION

The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer technicians. Exams measure a candidate’s competency with various hardware components and software operating systems. A+ certification is the most popular entry-level IT certification, especially for those switching to IT from another career.