CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide, 3rd Edition

CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide, 3rd Edition

by Quentin Docter
Released October 2024
Publisher(s): Sybex
ISBN: 9781394288793

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Book description

An easy-to-read and authoritative new study guide for the updated CompTIA Tech+ certification exam

In the newly updated third edition of the CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide: Exam FC0-U71, veteran IT professional and tech trainer Quentin Docter delivers an up-to-date resource for effectively and efficiently preparing for the popular new introductory Tech+ certification from CompTIA. This Sybex Study Guide is the gold-standard exam prep roadmap, offering complete coverage of every exam domain, including IT concepts and terminology, infrastructure, applications and software development, data and database fundamentals, security, and more.

Perfect for practicing and aspiring entry-level IT pros as well as those preparing to take the CompTIA Tech+ test, this book includes complementary access to online learning resources, two practice exams, flashcards, and practice questions with answer explanations. You'll also find:

  • Optimized learning resources to get you up to speed as fast as possible
  • Exam resources designed to reduce test anxiety and familiarize you with testing procedure and content
  • One full year of access to the Sybex online learning environment, complete with real-world examples and scenarios, objective maps, and a glossary of useful terminology

The new, entry-level CompTIA Tech+ certification has been created to get you ready for further certification paths, like the A+, Security+, and Network+ credentials, and prepare you for an exciting career in tech. Whether you're an IT beginner or you've already begun your tech journey and are looking for a refresher on foundational concepts, CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide: Exam FC0-U71 is the book you've been waiting for.

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. Acknowledgments
  7. About the Author
  8. About the Technical Editor
  9. Table of Exercises
  10. Introduction
    1. What Is the CompTIA Tech+ Certification?
    2. Exam Objectives
    3. How to Contact the Publisher
    4. Assessment Test
    5. Answers to the Assessment Test
  11. 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 Lab
    8. Review Questions
  12. Chapter 2: Peripherals and Connectors
    1. Installing and Configuring Audio and Video Devices
    2. Understanding External Storage and Communications Connectors
    3. Understanding Input, Output, and Power Devices
    4. Understanding Installation Basics
    5. Summary
    6. Exam Essentials
    7. Chapter 2 Lab
    8. Review Questions
  13. Chapter 3: Computing Devices and the Internet of Things
    1. Exploring Larger Computing Devices
    2. Understanding the Internet of Things
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 3 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  14. 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
  15. Chapter 5: Software Applications
    1. Understanding Application Installation and Management
    2. Exploring Common Application Types
    3. Using Web Browsers
    4. Summary
    5. Exam Essentials
    6. Chapter 5 Lab
    7. Review Questions
  16. Chapter 6: Software Development
    1. Exploring Programming Languages
    2. Understanding Programming Concepts and Techniques
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Review Questions
  17. Chapter 7: Database Fundamentals
    1. Understanding Databases
    2. Summary
    3. Exam Essentials
    4. Chapter 7 Lab
    5. Review Questions
  18. Chapter 8: Networking Concepts and Technologies
    1. Exploring Connection Types and Features
    2. Understanding Network Connectivity Essentials
    3. Setting Up a Small Wireless Network
    4. Summary
    5. Exam Essentials
    6. Chapter 8 Lab
    7. Review Questions
  19. Chapter 9: Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence
    1. Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing
    2. Exploring Artificial Intelligence
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 9 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  20. Chapter 10: Security Concepts and Threats
    1. Understanding Hackers and Motives
    2. Understanding Security Threats
    3. Understanding Access Control
    4. Summary
    5. Exam Essentials
    6. Chapter 10 Lab
    7. Review Questions
  21. Chapter 11: Security Best Practices
    1. Understanding Security Best Practices
    2. Summary
    3. Exam Essentials
    4. Chapter 11 Lab
    5. Review Questions
  22. Chapter 12: Data Continuity and Computer Support
    1. Understanding Data Continuity
    2. Exploring Computer Support Concepts
    3. Summary
    4. Exam Essentials
    5. Chapter 12 Lab
    6. Review Questions
  23. Appendix A: Answers to Written Labs
    1. Chapter 1 Lab Answers
    2. Chapter 2 Lab Answers
    3. Chapter 3 Lab Answers
    4. Chapter 4 Lab Answers
    5. Chapter 5 Lab Answers
    6. Chapter 6 Lab Answers
    7. Chapter 7 Lab Answers
    8. Chapter 8 Lab Answers
    9. Chapter 9 Lab Answers
    10. Chapter 10 Lab Answers
    11. Chapter 11 Lab Answers
    12. Chapter 12 Lab Answers
  24. 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: Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence
    10. Chapter 10: Security Concepts and Threats
    11. Chapter 11: Security Best Practices
    12. Chapter 12: Data Continuity and Computer Support
  25. Index
  26. End User License Agreement

Product information

  • Title: CompTIA Tech+ Study Guide, 3rd Edition
  • Author(s): Quentin Docter
  • Release date: October 2024
  • Publisher(s): Sybex
  • ISBN: 9781394288793