CompTIA A_ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition - Michael Meyers [544]
Topology
Essentials
Packets/Frames and NICs
Introducing Ethernet
Fiber Optic Ethernet
Coax/BNC
Parallel/Serial
FireWire
USB
Essentials/Practical Application
Network Operating Systems
Network Organization
Protocols
Client Software
Server Software
Installing and Configuring a Wired Network
Installing a NIC
Configuring a Network Client
Configuring TCP/IP
Sharing and Security
Essentials
Troubleshooting Networks
Verify the Symptom
When Did It Happen?
What Has Changed?
Check the Environment
Reproducing the Problem
Isolating the Symptom
Separating Hardware from Software
Research
Make the Fix and Test
OSI Seven-Layer Model
Mike’s Four-Layer Model
Chapter Review
Questions
Answers
Chapter 24 Wireless Networking
Historical/Conceptual
Wireless Networking Components
Essentials
Wireless Networking Software
Wireless Network Modes
Wireless Networking Security
Speed and Range Issues
Wireless Networking Standards
IEEE 802.11-Based Wireless Networking
Other Wireless Standards
Practical Application
Installing and Configuring Wireless Networking
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth Configuration
Cellular Configuration
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi
Hardware Troubleshooting
Software Troubleshooting
Connectivity Troubleshooting
Configuration Troubleshooting
Chapter Review
Questions
Answers
Chapter 25 The Internet
Historical/Conceptual
How the Internet Works
Internet Tiers
TCP/IP—The Common Language of the Internet
Internet Service Providers
Connection Concepts
Essentials
Connecting to the Internet
Dial-up
DSL
Cable
LAN
Wireless
Satellite
Windows Internet Connection Sharing
Hardware Connection Sharing
Internet Software Tools
The World Wide Web
Newsgroups
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Telnet and SSH
Voice over IP
Terminal Emulation
Virtual Private Networks
PPTP VPNs
Beyond A+
Online Gaming
Chatting
File Sharing
Chapter Review
Questions
Answers
Chapter 26 Securing Computers
Analyzing Threats
Historical/Conceptual
Unauthorized Access
Social Engineering
Data Destruction
Administrative Access
System Crash/Hardware Failure
Essential/Practical Application
Physical Theft
Virus/Spyware
Security Concepts and Technologies
Access Control
Data Classification and Compliance
Reporting
Network Security
Malicious Software
Virus Prevention and Recovery
Firewalls
Authentication and Encryption
Wireless Issues
Chapter Review
Questions
Answers
Chapter 27 The Complete PC Tech
Essentials
How Computers Work
Troubleshooting Theory
Identify the Problem
Establish a Theory of Probable Cause (Question the Obvious)
Test the Theory to Determine Cause
Verify and Prevent
Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
Tech Toolkit
Utilities
Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Chapter Review
Questions
Answers
Appendix A Mapping to the CompTIA A+ Objectives
CompTIA A+ Essentials Objectives Map
CompTIA A+ Practical Application Objectives Map
Appendix B About the CD-ROM
System Requirements
Installing and Running Total Tester
About Total Tester
Accessing the eBook, CompTIA A+ Acronyms List, and CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives
Shareware and Freeware
LearnKey Video Training
Technical Support
LearnKey Technical Support
Glossary
Index