CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam: Guide to Computing Infrastructure [Hardcover]

Provide a comprehensive introduction to IT technical support as best-selling authors and educators Andrews, West and Dark explain how to work with users as well as how to install, maintain and troubleshoot computer hardware and networks in COMPTIA A+ CORE 1 EXAM: GUIDE TO COMPUTING INFRASTRUCTURE, 10E. This step-by-step, highly visual approach uses CompTIA A+ Exam objectives as a framework to prepare students for the 220-1001 certification exam. Extensive updates reflect the most current technology, techniques and industry standards in the fast-paced field facing today's IT technician. Each chapter covers core and advanced topics while emphasizing practical application and learning by doing. Additional coverage explores the latest developments in hardware, security, mobile devices, cloud computing and virtualization. In addition, Lab Manuals, CourseNotes, online labs and optional MindTap online resources provide certification test prep and interactive activities to prepare future IT support technicians.1. Taking a Computer Apart and Putting It Back Together. 2. All About Motherboards. 3. Supporting Processors and Upgrading Memory. 4. Supporting the Power System and Troubleshooting Computers. 5. Supporting Hard Drives and Other Storage Devices. 6. Supporting I/O Devices. 7. Setting Up a Local Network. 8. Network Infrastructure and Troubleshooting. 9. Supporting Mobile Devices. 10. Virtualization, Cloud Computing, and Printers. Appendix A: Safety Procedures and Environmental Concerns. Appendix B: Entry Points for Startup Processes. Appendix C: CompTIA Acronyms.