The Number-One CompTIA A+ Exam Guide

"The most comprehensive publication on the market." -Certification Magazine

Completely revised and updated for all four new exams and reviewed and approved by CompTIA, this definitive volume covers everything you need to know to pass the CompTIA A+ Essentials exam and CompTIA A+ Exams 220-602, 220-603, and 220-604. Mike Meyers, the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, has helped hundreds of thousands of people pass the CompTIA A+ exams-and now he can help you too. Inside, you'll find detailed coverage of the exam format, helpful exam tips, end-of-chapter practice questions, and hundreds of photographs and illustrations. After you ace the exams, this comprehensive guide will serve as an essential on-the-job reference.

Full details on all exam objectives, including how to:

• Work with CPUs, RAM, and motherboards
• Install, partition, and format hard drives
• Work with portable PCs, PDAs, and wireless technologies
• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP
• Install sound and video cards
• Manage printers and connect to networks
• Implement security measures
• Understand safety and environmental issues
• Establish good communication skills and adhere to privacy policies

The CD-ROM features:

• Eight full practice exams covering CompTIA A+ Essentials and Exams 220-602, 220-603, & 220-604
• One hour of LearnKey video training featuring Mike Meyers teaching key A+ topics
• Electronic copy of the book
• Complete exam objective map for all four exams
• List of official CompTIA A+ acronyms
• Useful tools and utilities for PC technicians