CompTIA Tech+ CertMike Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified!

Prepare for, practice, and pass the CompTIA Tech+ certification exam on your first try In the newly updated second edition of CompTIA Tech+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! for exam FC0-U71, veteran IT expert and IT educator, Mike Chapple, skips the fluff and dives straight...

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Otros Autores: Chapple, Mike, 1975- author (author)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc [2025]
Edición:Second edition
Colección:CertMike Get Certified Series
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Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009852335906719
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Dedication Page
  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Author
  • About the Technical Editor
  • Contents
  • Introduction
  • The Tech+ Exam
  • What Does This Book Cover?
  • Exam FC0-U71 Exam Objectives
  • FC0-U71 Certification Exam Objective Map
  • How to Contact the Publisher
  • Part I Domain 1.0: IT Concepts and Terminology
  • Chapter 1 Computing Basics: Objective 1.1: Explain the basics of computing
  • Computer Actions
  • Input
  • Processing
  • Output
  • Storage
  • Tying It All Together
  • Chapter 2 Notational Systems: Objective 1.2: Identify notational systems
  • Storing Data
  • Binary Data
  • Decimal Data
  • Hexadecimal Data
  • Octal Data
  • Character Encoding
  • Chapter 3 Units of Measure: Objective 1.3: Compare and contrast common units of measure
  • Measuring Data Storage
  • Bits and Bytes
  • Measuring Data Throughput
  • Multiples of bps
  • Measuring Processor Speed
  • Chapter 4 Troubleshooting: Objective 1.4: Explain the troubleshooting methodology
  • Troubleshooting Methodology
  • Identify the Problem
  • Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
  • Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
  • Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution
  • Verify Functionality and, if Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures
  • Document Findings/Lessons Learned, Actions, and Outcomes
  • Part II Domain 2.0: Infrastructure
  • Chapter 5 Computing Devices: Objective 2.1: Explain common computing devices and their purposes
  • Computing Device Types
  • Desktop Computers
  • Workstations
  • Servers
  • Mobile Devices
  • Gaming Consoles
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality Systems
  • Internet of Things
  • Home IoT Devices
  • Workplace IoT Devices
  • Chapter 6 Internal Computing Components: Objective 2.2: Explain the purpose of common internal computing components
  • CPU
  • CPU Performance
  • Motherboard.
  • Firmware
  • Memory
  • Disk Drives
  • Network Interface Cards
  • GPU
  • Power and Cooling
  • Chapter 7 Storage: Objective 2.3: Compare and contrast storage types
  • Volatile Storage
  • Nonvolatile Storage
  • Magnetic Hard Drives
  • Solid-State Drives
  • Optical Drives
  • Enterprise Storage Services
  • Chapter 8 Installing Peripherals: Objective 2.4: Given a scenario, install and configure common peripheral devices
  • Peripheral Types
  • Keyboards and Mice
  • Display
  • Speakers
  • Printers and Scanners
  • Web Cameras
  • External Hard Drives
  • Uninterruptible Power Supply
  • Installing and Configuring Peripherals
  • Chapter 9 Input/Output Device Interfaces: Objective 2.5: Compare and contrast common types of input/output device interfaces
  • Network Interfaces
  • Wired Networks
  • Wireless Networks
  • Peripheral Interfaces
  • USB
  • Lightning
  • Serial ATA
  • Display Ports
  • VGA
  • DVI
  • HDMI
  • DisplayPort
  • USB and Thunderbolt
  • Wireless Display Technology
  • Chapter 10 Virtualization and Cloud Technologies: Objective 2.6: Compare and contrast virtualization and cloud technologies
  • Virtualization
  • Virtual Servers
  • Hypervisors
  • Cloud Computing
  • Drivers for Cloud Computing
  • Cloud Service Concepts
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)
  • Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
  • Cloud Deployment Models
  • On-Premises/Private Cloud
  • Public Cloud
  • Hybrid Cloud
  • Chapter 11 Internet Service Types: Objective 2.7: Compare and contrast common Internet service types
  • Service Types
  • Dial-Up Modems
  • Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
  • Cable
  • Fiber Optic
  • Wireless Connections
  • Chapter 12 TCP/IP Networking: Objective 2.8: Identify basic networking concepts
  • Network Types
  • Client/Server Model
  • TCP/IP Networking
  • Internet Protocol
  • Transmission Control Protocol.
  • Internet Control Message Protocol
  • Network Addressing
  • IP Addresses
  • MAC Addresses
  • Address Lookup
  • Network Ports and Applications
  • Chapter 13 Application Protocols: Objective 2.8: Identify basic networking concepts
  • Application Protocols
  • Websites
  • Email
  • File Transfer and Administrative Connections
  • Chapter 14 Network Devices: Objective 2.8: Identify basic networking concepts
  • Modems
  • Switches
  • Routers
  • Firewalls
  • Access Points
  • Chapter 15 Wireless Networks: Objective 2.9: Explain the basic capabilities of a small wireless network
  • Wireless Networking
  • Wireless Networking Standards
  • Wireless Signal Propagation
  • Wireless Antennas
  • Wireless Device Placement
  • Interference
  • Part III Domain 3.0: Applications and Software
  • Chapter 16 Filesystems: Objective 3.1: Identify components of an OS
  • Files and Filesystems
  • Files and Folders
  • Filenames and Extensions
  • Filesystem Features
  • Compression
  • Encryption
  • Chapter 17 Services and Processes: Objective 3.1: Identify components of an OS
  • Applications
  • Processes
  • Services
  • Chapter 18 Drivers, Utilities, and Interfaces: Objective 3.1: Identify components of an OS
  • Drivers
  • Interfaces
  • System Applications and Utilities
  • Chapter 19 Operating Systems: Objective 3.2: Explain the purpose of operating systems
  • Operating System Roles
  • Disk Management
  • Memory Management
  • Task and Process Management
  • Application Management
  • Device Management
  • Access Control
  • Operating System Types
  • Desktop/Workstation Operating Systems
  • Mobile Operating Systems
  • Server Operating Systems
  • Embedded Operating Systems
  • Chapter 20 Software Types: Objective 3.3: Explain the purpose and proper use of software
  • Software
  • Productivity Software
  • Collaboration Software
  • Instant Messaging Software
  • Web Browsing Software.
  • Remote Support Software
  • Chapter 21 Web Browsers: Objective 3.4: Given a scenario, configure and use web browser features
  • How the Web Works
  • Configuring Web Browsers
  • Web Caches
  • Private Browsing
  • Browser Add-Ons/Extensions
  • Pop-up Blockers
  • Organizing Features
  • Password Management
  • Default Search Engine
  • Browser Appearance
  • Accessibility
  • Chapter 22 Artificial Intelligence: Objective 3.5: Identify common uses of artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning
  • AI Applications
  • AI Chatbots
  • AI Assistants
  • AI Predictions and Suggestions
  • Generative AI
  • Part IV Domain 4.0: Software Development Concepts
  • Chapter 23 Programming Languages: Objective 4.1: Compare and contrast programming language categories
  • Programming Language Categories
  • Interpreted Code
  • Compiled Code
  • Specialized Languages
  • Assembly Languages
  • Query Languages
  • Identifying Languages
  • Chapter 24 Data Types: Objective 4.2: Identify fundamental data types and their characteristics
  • Data Types
  • Boolean Data
  • Numeric Data
  • Text Data
  • Tying It All Together
  • Chapter 25 Programming Concepts: Objective 4.3: Explain the purpose and use of programming concepts
  • Identifiers and Arrays
  • Identifiers
  • Arrays
  • Data Types
  • Numeric Data
  • Text Data
  • Boolean Data
  • Functions
  • Objects
  • Chapter 26 Programming Organizational Techniques: Objective 4.4: Identify programming organizational techniques and logic concepts
  • Pseudocode
  • Flowcharts
  • Communicating About Code
  • Comments
  • Documentation
  • Chapter 27 Logic Components: Objective 4.4: Identify programming organizational techniques and logic concepts
  • Branching
  • Looping
  • for Loops
  • while Loops
  • Part V Domain 5.0: Data and Database Fundamentals.
  • Chapter 28 The Value of Data: Objective 5.1: Explain the value of data and information
  • Data and Information
  • Data
  • Information
  • Data-Driven Business Decisions
  • Data Monetization
  • Big Data
  • Analytics
  • Descriptive Analytics
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Prescriptive Analytics
  • Securing Data
  • Chapter 29 Database Concepts: Objective 5.2: Explain database concepts and the purpose of a database
  • Databases
  • Databases vs. Flat Files
  • Structuring Data into Tables
  • Database Uses
  • Data Availability
  • Cloud vs. Local
  • Online vs. Offline
  • Chapter 30 Database Structures: Objective 5.3: Compare and contrast various database structures
  • Structuring Data
  • Relational Databases
  • Database Keys
  • Nonrelational Databases
  • Chapter 31 Backups: Objective 5.4: Explain basic data backup concepts
  • Data Backups
  • Backup Media
  • Testing and Restoring Backups
  • Part VI Domain 6.0: Security
  • Chapter 32 Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability: Objective 6.1: Explain fundamental security concepts and frameworks
  • The CIA Triad
  • Confidentiality
  • Snooping
  • Dumpster Diving
  • Eavesdropping
  • Wiretapping
  • Social Engineering
  • Integrity
  • Unauthorized Information Alteration
  • Impersonation
  • On-path Attacks
  • Replay Attacks
  • Availability
  • Denial-of-Service Attacks
  • Power Outages
  • Hardware Failures
  • Destruction
  • Service Outages
  • Chapter 33 Privacy: Objective 6.1 Explain fundamental security concepts and frameworks: Objective 6.2 Explain methods to secure devices and security best practices
  • Privacy
  • Types of Private Information
  • Expectation of Privacy
  • Privacy Regulations
  • Chapter 34 Authentication, Authorization, Accounting, and Nonrepudiation: Objective 6.1: Explain fundamental security concepts and frameworks
  • Access Control
  • Identification
  • Authentication
  • Authorization.
  • Digital Authentication and Authorization.