The companion Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software Lab Manual provides students hands-on practice with various computer parts, mobile devices, wired networking, wireless networking, operating systems, and security. The 155 labs are designed in a step-by-step manner that allows students to experiment with various technologies and answer questions along the way to consider the steps being taken. Some labs include challenge areas to further practice the new concepts. The labs ensure students gain the experience and confidence required to succeed in industry.
By:
Cheryl Schmidt,
Cheryl A. Schmidt
Imprint: Pearson IT Certification
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 8th edition
Dimensions:
Height: 274mm,
Width: 213mm,
Spine: 15mm
Weight: 640g
ISBN: 9780135380192
ISBN 10: 0135380197
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 19 September 2019
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
,
Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Chapter 1: Introduction to the World of IT Labs Chapter 2: Connectivity Labs Chapter 3: On the Motherboard Labs Chapter 4: Introduction to Configuration Labs Chapter 5: Disassembly and Power Labs Chapter 6: Memory Labs Chapter 7: Storage Devices Labs Chapter 8: Multimedia Devices Labs Chapter 9: Printers Labs Chapter 10: Mobile Devices Labs Chapter 11: Computer Design and Troubleshooting Review Labs Chapter 12: Internet Connectivity, Virtualization, and Cloud Technologies Labs Chapter 13: Networking Labs Chapter 14: Introduction to Operating Systems Labs Chapter 15: Introduction to Scripting Labs Chapter 16: Advanced Windows Labs Chapter 17: macOS and Linux Operating Systems Labs Chapter 18: Computer and Network Security Labs
Cheryl Schmidt is a professor of Network Engineering Technology at Florida State College at Jacksonville. Prior to joining the faculty ranks, she oversaw the LAN and PC support for the college and other organizations. She started her career as an electronics technician in the U.S. Navy. She teaches computer repair and various networking topics, including CCNA, network management, and network design. She has published other works with Pearson, including IP Telephony Using CallManager Express and Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Lab Guide. Cheryl has won awards for teaching and technology, including Outstanding Faculty of the Year, Innovative Teacher of the Year, Cisco Networking Academy Instructor Excellence Award, and Cisco Networking Academy Stand Out Instructor. She has presented at U.S. and international conferences. Cheryl keeps busy maintaining her technical certifications and teaching but also loves to travel, hike, do all types of puzzles, and read.