Overview

This step-by-step, highly visual text provides a comprehensive introduction to managing and maintaining computer hardware and software. Written by best-selling author and educator Jean Andrews, A+ GUIDE TO HARDWARE, Ninth Edition, closely integrates the CompTIA A+ Exam objectives to prepare students for the 220-901 certification exams. The new Ninth Edition also features extensive updates to reflect current technology, techniques, and industry standards in the dynamic, fast-paced field of PC repair and information technology. Each chapter covers both core concepts and advanced topics, organizing material to facilitate practical application and encourage students to learn by doing. The new edition features more coverage of updated hardware, security, and increased emphasis on mobile devices. Supported by a wide range of supplemental resources to enhance learning with Lab Manuals, CourseNotes, online labs and the optional MindTap that includes labs, certification test prep and interactive exercises and activities, this proven text offers students an ideal way to prepare for success as a professional IT support technician.

Full Product Details

Author:   Jean Andrews
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Course Technology Inc
Edition:   9th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.30cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 28.40cm
Weight:   1.500kg
ISBN:  

9781305266452

ISBN 10:   1305266455
Pages:   784
Publication Date:   26 January 2016
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By:   9780357108376
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

1.First Look at Computer Parts and Tools. 2. Working Inside Desktop Computers and Laptops. 3. All About Motherboards. 4. Supporting Processors and Upgrading Memory. 5. Supporting the Power System and Troubleshooting Computers. 6. Supporting Hard Drives and Other Storage Devices. 7. Supporting I/O Devices. 8. Connecting To and Setting Up a Network. 9. Supporting Network Hardware. 10. Supporting Printers and Customizing a System. Appendix A.Safety Procedures and Environmental Concerns. Appendix B. Entry Points for Windows Startup Processes. Appendix C. CompTIA A+ Acronyms Glossary.

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I think the addition of tablets/mobile devices is a large strength of the chapter and imagery is nice. Students learn with images and descriptions so I think this is done nicely.

I like the overall organization of the material and the inclusion of the more hands-on material in the chapters. This is basic information but it is presented in a nice order and is easy to read. I think the addition of tablets/mobile devices is a large strength of the chapter and imagery is nice. Students learn with images and descriptions so I think this is done nicely.

Author Information

Jean Andrews has more than 30 years of experience in the computer industry as well as more than 13 years of teaching in the college classroom. She has worked in a variety of businesses where she's designed, written, and supported application software. She has also managed a computer repair help desk and handled troubleshooting for wide area networks. Ms. Andrews has written numerous books on software, hardware and the Internet. In addition to this bestselling A+ GUIDE TO IT TECHNICAL SUPPORT, she's written the A+ GUIDE TO HARDWARE: MANAGING, MAINTAINING AND TROUBLESHOOTING. She lives in north Georgia.

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