A+ Certification for Dummies Paperback - 2003 - 3rd Edition

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Prepping for the A+ certification exam is not an easy challenge, but in order to become a certified computer technician, passing this test is a requirement. The good news is you only have to take it once in your life to become certified.

A+ Certification For Dummies 3^rd Edition is a no-nonsense, easy-to-use reference and study guide for the A+ Core Hardware exam and the OS Technologies exam! It focuses on all the things you need to know to pass these tests, providing background information to help you understand some of the more complex concepts and technologies. You'll have a handle on all the subjects, including:

• The anatomy of a computer
• Building and deconstructing a PC
• Maintaining a computer
• Operating Systems basics
• Profiles of Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, and XP
• Making network connections
• Working with the network
• Sharing the internet

The bonus CD-ROM features exclusive test-prep software with twice as many sample questions than the previous editions of this book, plus demo versions of Boson Software, Inc., JRK Software, Vista-Net Publishing, and Self Test Software. Now expanded to include the 2003 version of the exam, this is the fun-and-easy way to study for the exam, with all the rewards in half the time!

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