CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Study Guide, 2nd Edition

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Study Guide, 2nd Edition

by Quentin Docter
Released August 2018
Publisher(s): Sybex
ISBN: 9781119513124

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Book description

NOTE: The name of the exam has changed from IT Fundamentals to IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+). However, the FC0-U61 exam objectives are exactly the same. After the book was printed with IT Fundamentals in the title, CompTIA changed the name to IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+). We have corrected the title to IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+) in subsequent book printings, but earlier printings that were sold may still show IT Fundamentals in the title. Please rest assured that the book content is 100% the same.

The ultimate study guide for the essential entry-level IT cert!

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals Study Guide: Exam FC0-U61, Second Edition is your ideal companion for comprehensive exam preparation. Covering 100 percent of the latest exam objectives, this book contains everything you need to know to pass with flying colors—the first time! Clear, concise language breaks down fundamental IT concepts to help you truly grasp important concepts, and practical examples illustrate how each new skill is applied in real-world situations. You’ll learn your way around hardware and software, conduct installations, and connect to networks to get a workstation up and running smoothly; you’ll also develop the knowledge base needed to identify compatibility and security issues, mitigate risks, and conduct all-important preventative maintenance that keeps the end-user problem-free.

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification validates your skills as a systems support specialist, and gets your foot in the door to a successful IT career. This book is your ultimate preparation resource, with expert guidance backed by online tools to take your preparation to the next level!

  • Master 100 percent of Exam FC0-U61 objectives
  • Learn real-world applications and practical on-the-job skills
  • Know what to expect with exam highlights and review questions
  • Access online study tools including flashcards, chapter tests, a practice exam, and more!

The IT department is instrumental in keeping any organization on its feet. As support staff, you will be called upon to assess and repair common problems, set up and configure workstations, address individual issues, and much more. If you decide to continue on to more advanced IT positions, the CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is a great springboard; if you’re ready to launch your career, the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Study Guide offers complete, practical prep to help you face the exam with confidence.  

Table of contents

  1. Acknowledgments
  2. About the Author
  3. Introduction
  4. Assessment Test
  5. Answers to the Assessment Test
  6. Chapter 1 Core Hardware Components
    1. Introducing Internal Components
    2. Exploring Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
    3. Exploring Storage and Expansion Devices
    4. Exploring Power and Cooling
    5. Summary
    6. Exam Essentials
    7. Chapter 1 Written Lab
    8. Review Questions
  7. Chapter 2 Peripherals and Connectors
    1. Understanding Common Peripherals, Interfaces, and Connectors
    2. Summary
    3. Exam Essentials
    4. Chapter 2 Lab
    5. Review Questions
  8. Chapter 3 Computing Devices and the Internet of Things
    1. Exploring Common Computing Devices
    2. Understanding the Internet of Things
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 3 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  9. Chapter 4 Operating Systems
    1. Operating System Fundamentals
    2. Managing an Operating System
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 4 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  10. Chapter 5 Software Applications
    1. Understanding Application Architecture and Installation
    2. Exploring Common Application Types
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 5 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  11. Chapter 6 Software Development
    1. Exploring Programming Languages
    2. Understanding Programming Concepts and Techniques
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 6 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  12. Chapter 7 Database Fundamentals
    1. Understanding Databases
    2. Summary
    3. Exam Essentials
    4. Chapter 7 Lab
    5. Review Questions
  13. Chapter 8 Networking Concepts and Technologies
    1. Exploring Connection Types and Features
    2. Understanding Network Connectivity Essentials
    3. Setting Up a Wireless Network
    4. Summary
    5. Exam Essentials
    6. Chapter 8 Lab
    7. Review Questions
  14. Chapter 9 Security Concepts and Threats
    1. Understanding Hackers and Motives
    2. Understanding Security Threats
    3. Understanding Access Control
    4. Summary
    5. Exam Essentials
    6. Chapter 9 Lab
    7. Review Questions
  15. Chapter 10 Security Best Practices
    1. Understanding Security Best Practices
    2. Summary
    3. Exam Essentials
    4. Chapter 10 Lab
    5. Review Questions
  16. Chapter 11 Business Continuity and Computer Support
    1. Understanding Business Continuity
    2. Exploring Computer Support Concepts
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 11 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  17. Appendix A Answers to Written Labs
    1. Chapter 1: Core Hardware Components
    2. Chapter 2: Peripherals and Connectors
    3. Chapter 3: Computing Devices and the Internet of Things
    4. Chapter 4: Operating Systems
    5. Chapter 5: Software Applications
    6. Chapter 6: Software Development
    7. Chapter 7: Database Fundamentals
    8. Chapter 8: Networking Concepts and Technologies
    9. Chapter 9: Security Concepts and Threats
    10. Chapter 10: Security Best Practices
    11. Chapter 11: Business Continuity and Computer Support
  18. Appendix B Answers to Review Questions
    1. Chapter 1: Core Hardware Components
    2. Chapter 2: Peripherals and Connectors
    3. Chapter 3: Computing Devices and the Internet of Things
    4. Chapter 4: Operating Systems
    5. Chapter 5: Software Applications
    6. Chapter 6: Software Development
    7. Chapter 7: Database Fundamentals
    8. Chapter 8: Networking Concepts and Technologies
    9. Chapter 9: Security Concepts and Threats
    10. Chapter 10: Security Best Practices
    11. Chapter 11: Business Continuity and Computer Support
  19. Index
  20. Advert
  21. End User License Agreement

Product information

  • Title: CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Study Guide, 2nd Edition
  • Author(s): Quentin Docter
  • Release date: August 2018
  • Publisher(s): Sybex
  • ISBN: 9781119513124