An easy-to-read and authoritative new study guide for the updated CompTIA Tech+ certification exam

In the newly updated third edition of the CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide: Exam FC0-U71, veteran IT professional and tech trainer Quentin Docter delivers an up-to-date resource for effectively and efficiently preparing for the popular new introductory Tech+ certification from CompTIA. This Sybex Study Guide is the gold-standard exam prep roadmap, offering complete coverage of every exam domain, including IT concepts and terminology, infrastructure, applications and software development, data and database fundamentals, security, and more.

Perfect for practicing and aspiring entry-level IT pros as well as those preparing to take the CompTIA Tech+ test, this book includes complementary access to online learning resources, two practice exams, flashcards, and practice questions with answer explanations. You'll also find:

• Optimized learning resources to get you up to speed as fast as possible
• Exam resources designed to reduce test anxiety and familiarize you with testing procedure and content
• One full year of access to the Sybex online learning environment, complete with real-world examples and scenarios, objective maps, and a glossary of useful terminology

The new, entry-level CompTIA Tech+ certification has been created to get you ready for further certification paths, like the A+, Security+, and Network+ credentials, and prepare you for an exciting career in tech. Whether you're an IT beginner or you've already begun your tech journey and are looking for a refresher on foundational concepts, CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide: Exam FC0-U71 is the book you've been waiting for.

Your Complete Study Guide for the CompTIA Tech+ Exam FC0-U71

The CompTIA Tech+ certification shows employers that you have the skills required to work in the role of a systems support specialist. This Sybex Study Guide covers 100% of the exam objectives, providing everything you need to know to pass. Its clear, concise language helps you grasp important concepts, while the practical exercises show you how the concepts and skills work in the real world. With an assessment test to show you where you need to focus, lab exercises and review questions in every chapter, and practice exams to test your knowledge, it will prepare you to pass the exam on the first try.

Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you’ll be ready for:

• IT Concepts and Terminology
• Infrastructure
• Applications and Software
• Software Development Concepts
• Data and Database Fundamentals
• Security

ABOUT THE COMPTIA TECH+ CERTIFICATION

The CompTIA Tech+ certification is a vendor-neutral, entry-level assessment of a systems support specialist’s proficiency. It is also the first step toward more advanced certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ as well as Microsoft and Cisco certifications.

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 http://www.wiley.com/go/ sybextestprep, register your book to receive your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access after activation to:

• Interactive test bank with 400 practice questions to help you identify areas where further review is needed. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you’re ready to take the certification exam.
• 400 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

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Core Hardware Components

Chapter 2 Peripherals and Connectors

Chapter 3 Computing Devices and the Internet of Things

Chapter 4 Operating Systems

Chapter 5 Software Applications

Chapter 6 Software Development

Chapter 7 Database Fundamentals

Chapter 8 Networking Concepts and Technologies

Chapter 9 Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence

Chapter 10 Security Concepts and Threats

Chapter 11 Security Best Practices

Chapter 12 Data Continuity and Computer Support

Appendix A: Answers to Written Labs

Appendix B: Answers to Review Questions

About the Author

QUENTIN DOCTER, Tech+ A+, started in the IT industry in 1994 as a tech support agent for Packard Bell. Since then he has worked in tech support, network administration, consulting, training, web development, and project management. During his career, he has achieved certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Sun Microsystems. He is the author of over a dozen books, including Sybex’s CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide and CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Study Guide.