The Fifth Edition of the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 offers accessible and essential test preparation material for the popular A+ certification. Providing full coverage of all A+ exam objectives and competencies covered on the latest Core 1 and Core 2 exams, the book ensures you'll have the skills and knowledge to confidently succeed on the test and in the field as a new or early-career computer technician.
 

The book presents material on mobile devices, hardware, networking, virtualization and cloud computing, network, hardware, and software troubleshooting, operating systems, security, and operational procedures. Comprehensive discussions of all areas covered by the exams will give you a head start as you begin your career as a computer technician.
 

This new edition also offers:

• •  Accessible and easy-to-follow organization perfect to prepare you for one of the most popular certification exams on the market today
• •  Opportunities to practice skills that are in extraordinary demand in the IT industry
• •  Access to the Sybex online test bank, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms

Perfect for anyone prepping for the Core 1 and Core 2 A+ exams, CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 is a must-have resource for new and early-career computer technicians seeking to improve their skills and increase their efficacy in the field.

Your COMPLETE resource for the UPDATED CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams

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.

Interactive learning environment
Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex’s superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep, register your book to receive your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access after activation to:

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  •  Interactive test bank with 8 practice exams to help you identify areas where further review is needed.
• •  Over 500 electronic flashcards, to reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam
• •  Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared
• •  Over 2 hours of recorded audio instruction from the authors to help you study for the certification exam with confidence

About the Author

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

QUENTIN DOCTER, A+, Network+, IT Fundamentals+, Cloud Essentials+, is an IT consultant who started in the industry in 1994 working in tech support for Packard Bell. Since then, he’s worked as a tech and network support specialist, trainer, consultant, and webmaster. During his career, he has achieved certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Sun Microsystems. He has written over a dozen books for Sybex, including the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Study Guide and the CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Study Guide.

JON BUHAGIAR, A+, Network+, is an information technology professional with two decades of experience in higher education. During the past 22 years he has been responsible for Network Operations at Pittsburgh Technical College and lead several projects, including virtualization (server and desktop), VoIP, Microsoft 365, and many other projects supporting the quality of education at the college. He has achieved several certifications from CompTIA, Cisco, and Microsoft, and taught many of the certification paths. He is the author of several books, including Sybex’s CompTIA Network+ Review Guide.