Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software

Master IT Hardware, Software, and Troubleshooting-and Fully Prepare for the Latest CompTIA A+ Certification Exams (220-1201 & 220-1202) The Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Softwareis your all-in-one, real-world, full-color resource for building the skills you need to become a confident, job-ready IT technician-and for passing the updated CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams. Built around the latest A+ exam objectives, this comprehensive guide helps you connect, configure, manage, and troubleshoot today's most widely used devices, operating systems, and cloud-based technologies-all in the context of real IT scenarios. You'll gain hands-on expertise with Windows 11,macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, mobile and IoT devices, Active Directory, cybersecurity, scripting, and more. Award-winning instructors Cheryl Schmidt and Christopher Lee combine technical depth with a strong focus on customer service and workplace-ready soft skills. Legacy technologies are also covered to prepare you for any environment you may encounter in the field. What You'll Learn and How You'll Learn It: Covers All Current A+ Exam Objectives: Stay focused with clear coverage of every topic tested on the 220-1201 and 220-1202 exams. Real-World, Visual Learning: Hundreds of full-color photos, illustrations, and tables help you understand how things work. Hands-On Tech Tips: Practical insights and field-tested troubleshooting advice throughout the book. Professional Skills Focus: Soft skills tips and team-building exercises help you develop the communication and collaboration abilities today's employers demand. Extensive Practice and Review Tools: Learning Objectives and Key Terms at the start of each chapter Review questions including multiple choice, true/false, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and open-ended formats Critical thinking activities to reinforce deeper understanding Certification Exam Tips to help you study smarter Chapter Summaries & Glossary: Recap and reinforce key takeaways for fast and effective study. Free Online Companion: Complete A+ Lab Manual Available for free online, the Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software Lab Manual offers 140+ hands-on labs that walk you through: PC components and mobile device repair Wired and wireless networking Operating system installation and configuration Security fundamentals Real-world troubleshooting scenarios Step-by-step instructions, built-in challenges, and critical thinking questions help you practice, experiment, and build confidence with core A+ topics. Whether you're preparing for the exam or the workplace-or both-this lab manual ensures you're ready. Perfect for students, instructors, and career changers alike, this guide will prepare you for both certification success and on-the-job performance in today's fast-moving IT environments.