For courses in A+ Certification/PC Repair. Providing the knowledge and skills required to pass the A+ Certification exams, this text prepares students to challenge the September 2003 version delivered by the Computer Technology Industry Association. It contains outstanding theory and the best methods to successfully take the exam, along with the necessary information to competently do the job.

(NOTE: Each chapter begins with Objectives and Introduction, and concludes with Chapter Summary, Key Points Review, Review Questions, and Exam Questions.)
1. Basic PC Hardware.
2. Advanced System Boards.
3. Standard I/O Systems.
4. Mass Storage Systems.
5. Data Communications.
6. Printers.
7. Portable Systems.
8. Operating System Fundamentals.
9. Windows 9X.
10. Windows NT/2000.
11. Basic System Troubleshooting.
12. Operating Systems Troubleshooting.
13. Preventative Maintenance.
Appendix A.
Glossary.
Index.