CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 Cert Guide

by Mark Edward Soper, David L. Prowse, Scott Mueller

<!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 exam success with this CompTIA Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning and a CompTIA Authorized Platinum Partner. Includes Coverage of Windows 7. Start-to-finish A+ preparation from the world’s #1 PC hardware expert, Scott Mueller! Limited Time Offer : Buy CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 Cert Guide and receive a 10% off discount code for the CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 exams. To receive your 10% off discount 1. Register your product at pearsonITcertification.com/register 2. Follow the instructions 3. Go to your Account page and click on “Access Bonus Content” CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 Cert Guide is a best-of-breed study guide. Best-selling authors and expert instructors Mark Soper, Scott Mueller, and David Prowse help you master all the topics you need to know to succeed on your CompTIA 220-701 and 220-702 exams and move into a successful career as an IT technician. The CompTIA authorized study guide helps you master all the topics on the A+ exam, including Test your knowledge, build your confidence, and succeed! DVD Features 2 COMPLETE SAMPLE EXAMS Mark Edward Soper has taught computer troubleshooting and other technical subjects since 1992. He is the author of Sams Teach Yourself Windows 7 in 10 Minutes , Absolute Beginner’s Guide to A+ Certification , and many other titles on Windows, networking, and hardware upgrades. He is a CompTIA A+ Certified technician. Scott Mueller is the PC industry’s most trusted, authoritative hardware expert. He has personally taught PC repair to thousands of pros and enthusiasts. His book, Upgrading and Repairing PCs , has sold more than 2.2 million copies, making him the world’s most successful PC hardware author. David L. Prowse is a computer network specialist, author, and technical trainer. He has taught CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification courses to more than 2,000 students, both in the classroom and via the Internet. As a consultant, he installs and secures the latest in computer and networking technology. He has authored and coauthored a number of networking and computer titles for Pearson Education, including CompTIA A+

Genres: Computers

984 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Scott]

I liked this book, first of all, because it blends the 220-701 Essentials and the 220-702 Practical Guide in one publication. I appreciated the "Do I Already Know This?" quizzes at the beginning of each chapter which prep the reader for the upcoming text information. The included DVD has similarly-worded questions as the actual certification test.

In each chapter, the information is broken up with eye-catching tables and diagrams, along with clear photos of hardware and software screen shots. One area of info that I think should be included is margin notation indicating A+ objective topic numbers the text is covering. Sure, the opening of each chapter lists the objectives, but it is unclear, as one reads along, what objective it is that each section of text is covering. This is especially helpful when finishing a practice exam and review of material is needed without reading an entire chapter.

Troubleshooting and step-by-step instructions in the chapters are easily understood and thorough.

The companion DVD was useful. I opened the Flash Player interface without incident, the .pdf-formatted appendices are thorough and the Video Mentor works well by giving screen-captured video instruction, but is only one sample chapter. The link to the InformIT Video Mentor Full DVD shows a different product - the Cert kit which includes online flash cards, A+ Windows simulator, quick reference, and practice test, though the included A+ Cert Guide is by different authors.

I would have preferred to have had this publication when studying for my A+ exam, but that was before the new test and publications.