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Pearson A+ ebook $9.99 deal of the day (10/13/11 - link in thread)
Edit: Pearson's offering one of their eBooks for the A+ for $9.99 today (10/26/11). Pearson IT Certification: $9.99 eBook Deal of the Day
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testout labsim?
Do you guys think just doing the testout would be enough to pass the A+ exams
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books regarding A+
hello sirs, I want to do A+ certification. I would like to know what are the available good book which can help me in achieving my goal? is there any online resources (notes, ****, simulations etc.) available? i tried on net but couldn't find one that is helping. so please help me sirs to achieve my goal. thanking you in…
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Test Today and Tomorrow
taking 702 today and 701 tomorrow - Doing Labsim through WGU and getting about 84% average on practice tests. Any suggestions on what I need to focus on? Besides everything of course. :D
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Pearson $9.99 Deal of the day, CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 Cert Guide
Today's $9.99 Pearson deal of the day is the CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 Cert Guide by Mark Edward Soper, David L. Prowse, and Scott Mueller. $9.99 gets you a watermarked EPUB and PDF. This is one of the books that I used to pass my 701 and 702, and it normally goes for $50 or so. Pearson IT Certification: $9.99 eBook…
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Life after A+
Well - just passed my A+, in no small part due to lurking around these forums! I'm trying to decide on what to do next, so any advice would be appreciated. A bit of background: I work for a small charity (between 4-8 employees during the time I've been there). The unofficial part of my job is dealing with all things IT, as…
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Review question help
Hi all. Is it permissible to ask seek help regarding specific review questions? I am stuck on module 10 review regarding networking with tcp/ip in book 2 of the exam.
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Everything you need to know about CompTIA A+
Great article for anyone wanting to know about this certification Everything you need to know about CompTIA A+
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Should I go back and get A+ certification?
I already have certification in Network+ & Security+ but I kind of want to go back and get A+ certification to complete the set. What bothers me is what I'll actually be spending just to get A+ certification with the new CE program. $75 for 3 years + the cost of enrolling in a class and going to events = At least $300 Does…
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Will A+ Certification get me a job in IT field?
Hey guys, I am currently in University of Waterloo for Biological Science, however I don't feel as interested in my program as I do with technology, computers, and networking. I currently don't want to switch programs because it will be a big hassle for me, so I'll just finish it as I am in my 3rd year. I have been…
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audit computer performance
I am looking for a software that can audit a computer or server to analysis the performance. I have a laptop on my network that I need to know if any applications on it like AV, group policy etc. that maybe cause it to be slow.
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A+ Strategy?
Hey everyone, I am new to this site and am looking for some advice about taking the A+ exams. I just purchased and received the Mike Meyers A+ All-In-One book and plan on using that and Professor Messer's videos in order to get prepared. My first question would be, what type of strategy would you take in studying for this…
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Jobs *requiring* A+
Given that I've been (very, very) fortunate to always have a job, it seems that when I've looked around at other jobs for fun, the only jobs that require A+ are hourly positions? I can't even recall many salary positions even mentioning the A+ cert... What are others perceptions/experience with this?
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Officially A+ Certified!
Well it took a while of learning and practical application but I finally passed both exams and have my first IT certificate. So happy to finally have something. I was contemplating whether I should pursue the Net+ or go for the 70-640 and get MCTS certification. We're migrating to AD soon and I think it would make myself…
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Yet Another A+ Passed!
I recently took a tech coarse at my local Collage to brush up on a few things and then decided to go take my CompTIA A+ afterwards. I honestly didn't study for the 701 or 702 directly, I'm kinda wishing I had though. I wonder how much better my scores may have been. Anyway, I passed with a 840 on the 701, and a 815 on the…
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Just got my A+
Just passed my very first cert, have almost 10 years experience in IT but never got around to any certs. Mostly help desk, deskside support, some web and dba admin, now onto Net + and deciding where to go on my path. Really enjoy working with databases, just trying to find out if anyone has a logical cert path towards dba…
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Help Choosing A+ Study Material
In March, I began my A+ Certification at my local college. We purchased ELEMENT K textbooks for the class...I been reading them until now with slow steady progress Later on I found CBT NUGGET's video approach, and while I preferred watching to reading, the videos were way too long, like 45min average, and perhaps much TOO…
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Help regarding studying
So Im using the ExamCram 5th edition and sometimes professor messer videos. The problem is Im big on note taking so reading the ExamCram is taking me far longer than expected. I tried to move over to index cards to force myself to take less notes but I ended up with 12 index cards for 10 pages of reading.... SO how do you…
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New with questions
Hello, Looking for advice-I am new here and working towards A+ cert. Abit of back ground before my questions. I am 50, factory work half my life. Started attending WTI (Witchita Technical Institute) w/cost about 28,000 for A+ and 5(or 6) other certfications in a year and a half. 4.5hrs-4 days a week. I was half way through…
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Subject Matter Experts needed for September 19-23
Another email just came in.
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New with questions- sorry duplicate
Sorry duplicate
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Another 702 pass
I finished up the little A+ cert with a 800 on the 702. The test was really odd though, because I got one question six different times and multiple other questions kept repeating. I didn't really mind though because the ones that kept repeating I knew. I just thought it was really weird. I had like 20ish window 7…
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A+ Questions
Hey Everyone! How many A+ Exams are there?By Browsing this Site,i found Comtia A+ OS,A+ Core, Exam Code 220-301,what is this Actually? How much A+ Exams are there?Do i need to pass them all? Is there any latest edition,i mean on comptia site they still have 2009 Edition. Do we need to pay fees to keep our Certification…
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The meaning of the 'A'
What does the 'A' in the CompTIA A+ stand for? That question popped into my over-caffeinated brain early this morning, and has thus far eluded my efforts to answer. As anyone with even minimal IT experience can attest, our use of acronyms borders on the obsessive, even more so when certifications come into play (MCSE,…
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Help needed regarding books
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A+ Certification in a Month?
I'm re-entering college after 4 years for Computer Technology. My intro class is full, but the school is willing to give me full credit if I pass A+ before the start of school on August 29th. I have some experience, but it's fairly limited, I've never built a PC, work mostly with a laptop, haven't done any PC repair. I've…
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Passed 701 Last week, 702 this week
First time post to the forums, I passed the 701 last Tuesday take the 702 this coming Tuesday.
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701 and 702 - Passed!
812 on the 701 exam and 760 on the 702 I used Mike Meyer's test questions study guide: Total Seminars: Mike Meyers' Total Tester A+ Premium Practice Exams I went through every practice set with a Notepad window open next to the testing app typing out the question and answer for any questions I wasn't comfortable with. The…
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Comptia A+ Question
Is there a amount of time to take the comptia a+ (701,702 I took one in Aug of 2010, then I was deployed I'm taking the next one this Friday and it says something like activity completion date Jan 2011.
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Comp TIA boot camps
Hello, I was doing some research online and wondering if anyone had any comments/suggestions on doing A+ and Network+ boot camps. I have some money that can only be used for job certification or put towards an associates degree. I was just wondering if they are worth the price tag? When I get on my PC I will link the…
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Passed A+
My first IT certification accomplished. I passed 220-701 last month with a 728, and took 220-702 today and passed with a 773. I studied using Mike Meyers A+ all in one and watch professor messer videos. My next goal is CCNA, which I started while waiting for the right time to take my 220-702 exam.
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701 Pass
Hey, I passed the 701 yesterday and wanted to give some input to you all. I have a decent amount of tech experience, and the material I used to study was the book WGU gives you Mike Meyers blah blah. I only used the labsim to pass for my mentor. I would say that test was fairly straight forward, and the only things that…
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Passed 701 this morning
I studied the CompTIA A+ Cert Guide by pearson and watched Professor Messor's video for about one month, and I practised many questions. I got 870 on 701 this morning in Toronto, I will have the 702 soon. Alson I learn a lot from this forum. Thanks your guys!
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So I took both A+ Certfications today...
Hello everyone! I am a new member to the forums even I have been lurking a lot for the past couple of months. So I had taken both of the A+ exams. As for the Essentials 220-701, I had passed with a 731/900. The Practical Application 220-702 I ended up failing with a 664/900. The exams ended up having a majority of…
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What should I expect in the 701-702 test.
I just completed my CompTIA A+ class and I'm now studying for the test. I would like to know what section or sections of A+ should I focus on studying more so I can pass the 701-702 test. There was a lot of information given in that class and I know I'm not going to be tested on everything that was in the book. I want to…
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passed 702
Passed the 702 today. That's a wrap for the A+. On to Network +. Thanks for the support Techexams.
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Just joined site, and just got certified.
I just took both my 220-701 and 220-702 exams, both successfully. Also working on my Network +, which I should get around the beginning of September. I did have a particular question though. Back in 2003 I took courses in trade school for the CCNA. I thought about outside of class re-studying for the CCNA, but was curious…
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Australian Voucher
Hey Guys, Just went to book my tests for A+ and was greeted with a lovely message stating that the exams are $300+ aud each. Now I have looked at all these vouchers but they all seem to be for North America. Are there any Aussies here who can help me out ? Cheers, Nick
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Losing steam while studying for A+
Hey all, I've lurked for a while but this is my first post. I'm 23 years old and about to finish my Bachelors in Computer Info Systems in May at a BaM university in my home state (MI). I currently intern as an ITS Helpdesk Tech at a local agency. This summer, I decided I wanted to start towards some IT certs, with the goal…
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Where Can I Find Labs and Study Materials.
Hello everyone, I am wanting begin studying for the A+ exams and I was wandering if there was somewhere I could find some free study materials and labs. I do have have some reading material but I believe some labs would be very beneficial. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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A+ Michael Myers 5th edition
I bought this book in college in 03/04 and have been using it for reference since then. Thinking of taking the exams this year for the first time. I have 3 years of IT desktop support experience under my belt and I think I am ready. Should I ditch this edition and get the seventh. or should I hang onto the 5th edition?…
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Passed 701 and 702.
Hey guys, I just joined the site and find that it would have been amazingly helpful to be here before I took the tests. I have passed both exams and now am shooting to take the network+ as soon as I finish the Exam Prep book. I'm currently unemployed and have decided to start looking for a help desk/desktop support job. My…
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Exam Vouchers Question
i have exam vouchers for Comp Tia N+, S+ and L+ from my school.can i use a voucher for a+ or are the exam vouchers only for that test when you buy/get them from www.Prometric.com ?
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New A+ Coming?
So I need to re-up my lifetime A+ but I am getting this feeling that a new one is coming out. I have tested on some of the trancenders and measureup tests and I think I can kill both of these tests with a good read of the Mike Meyers passport since I have been doing this for so long. Do you guys feel a new one is on the…
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Am I ready?
I am getting around 90% on the 701 practice exam dvd from Mike Meyers All in one book. Using the proprof free online exams, the questions are slightly more difficult then they are on the dvd, although I heard they are overkill. Should I go ahead and book the exam? Or can anyone recommend another learning source that will…
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Passed 702
Passed 702 today after passing 701 last week ! 702 was the more difficult of the two and I actually thought I would fail 702 since I ran out of time but I ended up with a 767. For study I mainly used the Professor Messer videos.
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CompTIA A+ SMEs needed!
Ladies and Gentlemen I present you with another SME email. Enjoy!
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Taking A+ in 2 weeks
I purchased Mike Meyers practice/final exams and I've been studying those, taking notes on the questions, and reviewing. I've been scoring high 90's or 100's on my final practice tests in 701, haven't gotten to 702 yet. However, sometimes I feel like I'm memorizing with these study questions. Are there any other free…
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702 Passed Today
Passed my 702 test today after taking the 701 last week. For me the 702 was more difficult. There were several questions I wasn’t sure about, but most can be narrowed down to two answers and then use your best judgment. Whew, now on to Network+.
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help guys just want to ask about ce program
hello guys i just want to ask about the ce program because i'm worried about the validity of my certification a+ 220-601 and 220-602 i've passed this exam before 2011 and i know this certification is life time.anyway what bothers me is that i accidently enrolled in ce program and am not planning right now to continue my…
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Passed 701&702 an hour ago!
701 was easy as crap. But I was thrown off by 702 as the study guides and practice exams were no where close to current apparently. Got mid 800 scores on both.
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Life Time A+ Renew or not
I just was wondering if it is time for me to consider redoing my A+ I have my lifetime A+ from 2002. I decided to take some practice tests around the web and if they are any indication I think I could take on this sucker with a book and all my years of Help desk and server support. I just wonder if it is really worth doing…
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passed 701 today:}
passed today with an 884 . thanks for all the advice and support.
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A+ vouchers for both exams
I have vouchers for each A+ exam. I purchased the vouchers a few months back but recently started at a training program where the A+ exams were included in the tuition. I would just like to get most of my money back. Please contact me if you're looking to purchase vouchers to take the A+. mstreeter06 AT gmail . Thanks and…
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A+ 701 Exam today
Hello guys.. I got my first test today.. I'm really nervous. I done alot of Practice exams and such. Pass them all with 90's <-8 or more exams 100 questions each. Should i study up on irqs before the test? Also, what is the deadline before taking the next exam
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Is A+ really worth it?
After working in the IT field for 6+ years and have some certs under my belt I'm considering getting my A+. I'm curious if there is any point? Feels like I'm going back to get my HS diploma after graduating college.
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701 on monday
Take my 701 on monday, studies have been all in one book Mike Myers, i have not read it page by page , mearley read the sections i was unsure about, professer messer videos, and i have years of experience building computers and currently working as a tech in schools, (Mainley software issures and OS Issues i come across)…
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A+ 2010
Hello can I upgrade my A+ 2006 TO A+ 2010, if possible what should i do in terms of exams if not can someone tell me what could be the way forward for the upgrades cause am really intrested in the new A+.
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Discounted A+ Certification Exam Voucher??
Hi guys, I'm getting fairly close to feeling 'ready' for the A+ Certification Exam. $173 seems a little pricey for the exam Any idea how I can get the best discounted rates available? Also, if someone fails, do they get 1 redo? Thanks!
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702 passed aswell
passed the 701 last monday just using profess mess videos passed the 702 just using the videos aswell To be honest i am an it tech and alot of the stuf that came up i learnt on the job, thats one reason why i never picked up a book, If you dont have real experience of trouble shooting operating systems and especially…
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Passed 702 today!
Passed 702 today. Was abit worried after getting quite a low mark on my 701 but done quite well with a 829. Found it incredibly easy to be honest. Im chuffed anyway :)
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How to practice hands on for A+?
I am starting to study for A+ on my own. I bought the cert guide by Mark Edward Soper, Scott Mueller and David L Prowse. I do not have any practical experience working on PCs or Networks and I don't want to just study for the exam with the book, i want to practice hands on. What equipment or kit should i get? I would…
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A chapter a day?
Should I aim to read a chapter a day of Michael Meyers A+ book? I've been through Cisco's IT Essentials class/read their material and am prepping for the test by reading Michael Meyers All-In-One 7th edition with some practice tests. It's a long book.... how should I go about it?
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New to the Forum A+ Question
Hey Guys, I actually found this forum by mistake and found it to be exactly what I needed. I am currently reading this text book( link on the bottom), I read a good amount every night and retain pretty well. My question is did you guys retain everything you read when you read and studied? I already have a bachelors degree…
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Passed!
I passed the 701 and 702 this morning. I used the Mike Myers book and the exam cram book plus practice tests from both. The 701 really is easy if you do your studying, the 702 is a bit more specific but still not near as hard as I expected. I got an 860 on the 701 and an 836 on the 702. Time to relax and let my brain rest…
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220-701 passed
Yesterday I passed the essentials exam with a 739. I am trying to get my A+ so I can get some some sort of IT job, looking to start a new career from resetaurants. Have always been a computer hobbist but I only decided to take the test last week. Read the first 5 chapters of Mike Meyers and then watched MOST of the…
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Book Recommendations
Hello all, I apologize for the question in advance as I know it has been asked before, but I seem to get many different answers when researching this question. Which book(s) are best for studying for the A+ exam. I am going through Professor Messer's A+ videos and would like a book to go along with them. If you could state…
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Passed my 701 this morning!
As the title says! I passed the first exam. Scored a 751/900 - was expecting higher but cannot complain! How did everyone find the 702? I was close to taking it straight after but decided against it. Thanks Tony
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Failed My 220-701
took my frist exam and got a 653 and passing score is 675. there was questions on stuff i never know. so its going to be awhile before i take it again.
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bios beep codes?
do i need to memorize beep codes for the a+ exam? if anyone that has taken the exam fairly recently could help id appreciate it. :)
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Anyone know how good State college A+ class is?
I was going to get a book and take the A+ exam soon but then I relaized I have to take "CET 1172C Computer Upgrade and Repair" as part of my AS. The course description says it prepares you for the A+ exam. I just wonder how well it does this.
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Best Current Practice Tests??
Hi guys, I don't mean to float my boat but I feel that I'm ready to start doing practice tests after studying and years of computer experience. What would you guys recommend as some practice tests online that I could take for free, and have a great chance of passing the A+ Essentials as long as I can get those questions…
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anyone who passed out A+ from india ?
hello all techs. if thers any 1 who has passed A+ exams 220-701 , 220-702 from india ??? if thers any 1 please let me know so that i can get help and advice from yourgoodself ...:)
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SCSI anyone?
Hey guys, I am planning on taking my 701 soon and was wondering how in-depth the exam tests on SCSI. Should I just know what it is or do i need to memorize all of the different SCSI specifics thoroughly? If anyone has taken the 701 recently could help Id greatly appreciate it. :)
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completed BE computer problem in A+
hello friends i have completed my BE with computer and now a days i am preparing for comptia a+ and n+ but the problem is in the institute they teaching me old syllabus and not providing me sufficient machines to practice on so what should i do ...i also want to go for CCNA CCNP and CCIE
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CompTIA A+ Book Vs Real
something i have noticed over the time i have been studying. one of the things is how you can study and know the answers but in real life, it's not even like the book . i have been on a computer since 1995. i use computers for muisic (pro tools,wavelab,logic (win) and acid)and with all the downloading i have done (LOL) i…
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Taking the 702 tomoorw.
I feel I'm pretty well prepared for it. Just going over some of the troubleshooting and command line commands again. Will report back tomorrow with the good news.
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repllyyy please
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A+ = Vanquished
I passed 701 and 702 this morning; I am now A+ certified! I used Professor Messer, and the ExamCram book by Prowse. I was very impressed by how well the practice tests in the book prepared me for the real exam. Next up for me is Network+ in two weeks, then Security+ and CCENT next month, all while looking for a job since I…
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Passed the A+
Passed the 701 with a score of 724 and on the 702 with a score of an 864:):D . In the next 2-3 weeks I will take the Net+. By the end of July I will take the Sec+. After that I am looking forward to obtain Microsoft certs for Windows 7, Vista configuration and Server 2008 by the end of this year.
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Windows 7
I am just about finished the A+ Essentials book i got from comptia and am planning on taking the exam soon... Unfortunately the book doesnt cover 2007. Is there anywhere i can just study the 2007 updates without having to study all the material i already learned in the comptia book that only went up to vista?
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701 In The Books
So after much anxiety and hard work in the last 8 months, I can successfully say the 701 is behind me. I passed this morning with an 812 and have to say, I was very relieved. It wasn't as easy as I though it was going to be but a pass is a pass. On to the 702 next month. :D
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Transcender for A+
I just bought Transcender bundle for 701/702. It seems like it's a good practice test, but they're much harder than the ones I've taken from other books. I got an 80% on my Mike Meyers test, and now I got a 60~65% on Transcender. @_@ What kind of score should I be aiming for before the test? There's a $133 voucher I might…
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need info about A+
hi, I am really serious about taking A+ certification courses but need some info. 1) is it an online course? is it taken in school? or is this just a book the book and study yourself, then take an online test course? 2) how much is it, and where do I pay? I looked on the official site, and nowhere does it mention price. 3)…
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Changes in Mike Myers 6th and 7th editions...
I had purchased the 7th edition which i lost. I still have my 6th edition and the cd of the 7th edition with the ebook. I really prefer reading the textbook than the ebook. Does anyone know which chapters are different in the 7th edition? I'd really hate to go drop $40 again on the 7th edition book. Any help would be…
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New Member just got A+ certified
Hey everybody. I've been reading post on this site for a minute and finally decided to post something. I'm new to the IT field as a career but I've been a computer geek my whole life and have been planning on taking the A+ certification since I was 17. I'm 20 now and finally have the money and the resources to take the…
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Do I need A+ certificate?
I have built my own PCs since 2003. I took 2 classes at local colleges, 1 hands on and 2nd just book studying. while I am not the best person to know the TECHNICAL ASPECTS of things, I know how to build computers, install software, and trouble shoot them. Trying to get my first IT job but many are asking for A+…
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Passed 701 and 702 this Morning
Hello all. I took both tests today and I will say that 701 IMO was much easier. I would recommend taking both in the same day since they are pretty much hand in hand. It was an easy decision as the testing center was an hour drive and didn't want to do that again. FYI, I studied the first half of the Exam Cram book by…
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motivation
I have been wanting to complete the A+ since the last 8 months of 2010 and have been trying since the start of the 2011 new year without success. I am not sure if i just lack motivation or am just lazy but how do you guys keep on top of it or make it happen? I myself am 32 and have been messing with computers since I was…
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New Here
Hello all I have experience working with computers (hardware/software) in a professional setting, but never thought to get the A+. I just graduated and the jobs I were looking at were saying A+ required regardless of experience. I bought the Exam Cram 5e and took the first essentials practice exam before studying and maybe…
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Passed 702
Got an 820. Test was harder than the 701 so do your studying. I got an 840 on the 701. Windows 7 is next than N+
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Measureup/CompTIA-A+
the school that i'm in (new horizons) has the Measureup/CompTIA-A+ practice test as a part of ...well a helpler before you take the final exam . the question i have is it real any good and/or helpful ? from what i see it is nothing like the exam cram practice questions book. also it is based on the 2009 exam objectives,…
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LearnKey BOOK
So last week, i brought the learnkey question, answer and explanation book. The book is broken down into chapters by subjects. Each chapter has about 20-30 questions. And at the end of the book, it has 100 questions of the 701-702. Right now im only on chapter 6, but it seems like im only scoring around 60%-68%. On each…
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Quick Question
Hi everyone Im new here and just had a quick question about training methods or guides used in preperation for the A+ exam. If anyone can please share with me any training guides that they used or any good proven guides that you can refer me too will be a great help. Also TESTOUT good or bad?? I really dont want to spend…
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Book for A+?
So the Mike Myers book seems to be the best option to study for the A+ from what I'm gathering around here? I'm on Amazon right now trying to figure out which book will be the best to buy. Appreciate any help I can get on this matter, thank you.
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Phishing vs. Social Engineering
Hello all, I'm having difficulty understanding the exact difference. They both use manipulation to gain information, correct? For example, posing as an employee or someone of authority to gain sensitive data. Is phishing strictly using electronic means and SE by human interaction? Is that the difference? Any help would be…
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Chipset, CMOS v BIOS
I would like to find out clear understanding regarding the followig: 1-Chipset 2-CMOS v BIOS Please explain each of the above in details and which is harware(tangible) and which of them is software...... Thanks in advance for all your feedbacks...........
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Passed both this afternoon!
I Passed 701 and 702 this afternoon. I already have Network+ and Security+, but I decided I wanted A+ to complete the trifecta. I made 810 on 701 and 879 on 702. 702 seemed more difficult because there were more scenarios, but to my surprise, I did better on it. I studied the Professor Messer videos, my own notes, free…
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A+ certification help!
can some1 plzz tell me where or how do i register to take the a+ certification...where do i have to go...tips on the exam....im planning to take the exam in 2 weeks....plz help...thanks
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Exam Cram Book Question
i'm going through exam cram praciicetest book(4th Ed. pg.20) and 1 of the questions say this 69.what can you do to increase the link between RAM and the processors? a.increase the RAM b.increase the L1 and L c.use faster disks d.use larger paging files answer is B my question is , how can you increase L1 and/or L2 ? i…