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What will i be expecting on the A+ 220-601+602
Hey Guys, New to the site been reading alot and it looks great! I have my test this Thursday and was wondering what i will expect what to study more on and stuff! I'm taking the Network+ after. Any info on the A+ would be very helpful! Thanks guys and God Bless! -Johnny
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Processor sockets
I've recently finished reading the Sybex study guide and now I'm going through the exam objectives and making sure that I make flash cards for the ones that I don't know. I'm going through processor sockets and wanted to know what should I focus on. Do I need to know all of them or just the popular ones? Or should I focus…
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EXAM 2DAY
exam at 6pm. a+ essentials. chapters 1-10. chapter 1- computers 2- health and safety 3- installing a pc 4- troubleshooting a pc 5- o/s 6- laptops and portables 7- printers and scanners 8- networks -- hardest chapter and long 9- security - another hard chapter 10- communications skills (customer care/service)
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Passed 601
Well I passed the 601 this morning with a score of 830. Now on to the 602 next week. Not quite as hard as I thought it might be.
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Passed...
Both exams this morning. 850/900 on 601 855/900 on 602 Quite satisfied. I found the 601 easier actually.... Breezed right through it. My 602 had a lot of laptop questions and customer crap. Still finished it roughly the same amount of time. 30 minutes or so for 100 and 90 questions respectively. I have to say though, if…
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Links not working
Is anyone able to get to the following link? I have tried all morning and I am unable to access these links. Thanks http://www.techexams.net/co_aplusos.shtml
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HELP!!!need some info.PLEASE!!
Ok i want to get my certification for repairing comps. I see exams that for 220-601 and 220-602 and now im seeing others that are 220-301 and 302. What is the different between them??I have read that you can just take the core test and get your certification for that then later take os if you want. I really just want to do…
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Passed Today.
Hello just updating with the good news. Also want to add my 2 cents about the 602 and 601 in my opinion the questions were much more relative to the study materials then my last CompTIA experience. I had way more probs with the IT section even though I got a better score on it.(Probably because I was really cocky about the…
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A+ Passed.. Can't Login to Comptia Career ID??
I've passed the CompTIA A+ 2007 edition today with a score of 780 for the 601 and 790 for 602. I did the 601 in December and the 602 today. I went per the score report from my test center Prometric to comptia.org/careerid and attempted to setup my user account. It doesn't appear to recognize me? I checked and double…
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Tech Notes....Up to date?
I've printed the tech notes to study from. Are these up to date? It looks as if they cover 2002 and 2003 objectives? Please let me know
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Back to my roots
I majored in computers in high school my junior and senior year, took electronics and CIS in Vocational school, was in my high schools Linux club, but found myself in college in the medical field. Well, needless to say it wasn't my cup of tea. I'm now concentrating on what I love to do, and decided to kick things off with…
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How much is the exam for comptia a+ core?
yeah how much? ooops i post this on the wrong section, pls move.
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OS X Based on Linux Kernel?
Well I got the A+ exam cram becuase of the practice tests 30 bucks at the book store I figured it cant help. Most of the questions and answers seem legite compared to there N+ one which was horrendous. Anywho one of the questions for the IT 602 Test asks what Kernel Mac OS X was based on. Ok we all know the GUI is…
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Can I use my A+ 300 series notes and books for the 600
HI, First time poster, I passed the old A+ hardware (220-301) right before expiration, but didn't passed the OS portion in time. Since then I've been very busy, but now I'm ready to retake the exam. In studying for the new 600 series, can I use my study information for the 300 series? I ask because I went through…
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Any advice....A+ Essentials Exam
Hi,I'm new to this forum. I took a course at a computer school for A+ Essentials. I studied real hard and took the test this week and failed. To get a feel for different variations of the test I took all types of practice exams, etc.... I feel as if I learned more from the practice exams then I did with my coursework. I…
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220-601 & 602
I am new to this forum. What practice test should i be taking to pass these two exams?
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When use SAFE MODE and Last Known Good Configuration.
i understand that safe mode are using when hardware or software instalation problem. but in Last Known Good Configuration are using before log-on on deskstop. mike say in thier book, that alway try in safe mode first.
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CompTIA announces A+ 2006 exams
www.comptia.org/certification/a/new_A%2B.aspx As the topic says, CompTIA announces new A+ 2006 exams. I'm just going to quote some stuff from the CompTIA site here, for more info you can follow the links below. *********************************************************** Will there be a beta exam? CompTIA will not be…
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I DID IT! Passed both exams this morning.
The Essentials was crappy to me but I squeezed it out. My first cert and I'm very excited.
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220-602 Pass today
Whoo, another knotch in the bedpost ! IT Technician passed today with 855/900. Very happy with that. Many, many repeated subject questions, and was getting bored towards the end. Also have a 2nd interview with JP Chase Morgan tomorrow afternoon, to join their global network services team, so hopefully my luck will continue…
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Any tech notes for these exams??? (601, 602, 603, 604)
Will there be any tech notes for these new A+ exams??? Thanks =)
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Taking both A+ Exams Tomorrow
Been holding off for a while, I am just ready to do it!
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Does A+ Expire?
I just glanced at my 2006 A+ and I see adnotation that "this certification will expire 29 Dec 2009. Why is that/
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VERY confused about A+ exams...
Ok guys, I am VERY confused on which tests to take and the names etc, etc. I want to take CompTIA A+ Essentials and CompTIA A+ 220-602. I am assuming that the CompTIA A+ essentials is test 220-601??? and obviously the other one is 602... I am currently in school taking A+ OS and next term I am taking A+ Hardware, which one…
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Ready to take the Exam
I'm ready to take the exam but before I do so I want to make sure I schedule it correctly. https://store.comptia.org/product.aspx?product=VW_A_P Is that the voucher I need to purchase to take the exam? Do I need to purchase two, one for essential and one for exam 602? After I purchase the voucher where do I go to take the…
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Another Essential pass
Despite being ridden with the flu and under the influence of a nice drug cocktail, passed today with 760. Then again, shouldn't have really zapped through in 40 mins. Still, it's a pass and that's what counts (Hardware and XP isn't really my thing !) 220-602 next week, then either CCNA or start on the MCSE path. Whoo etc.…
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Passed 602!
Finally passed the 602 today with a score of 830 and surprisingly in 30 minutes...
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I'm now A+ certified
I took both tests today. Passed 601 with an 820 and 602 with an 865. Thanks goes to this site and it's members. Heading to Network+ next.
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CompTIA A+ 602 exam
when you take the 602 exam, do you get a certificate when you pass the exam or does this exam just lead you to another exam that you must take to get a certificate? sorry if this is a dumb question, im new to this.. :)
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Difference
what is the difference between 220-601 and JK0-601 essentials exams? I noticed the price is different. Anything else?
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Replacement Certificate
I took A+ in 2002 and have since lost my certificate. How would one go about getting a replacement. Would my name still be in the records of Prometric or CompTIA or what? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks
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Test really this easy?
Hello all, been studying for A+ I'm about halfway through Mike's book. 1200+ pages though Anyway I decided to start some of the practice tests and noticed alot of weird but simple questions like: If a guy is having legal troubles what should you do? About 1/3 of the questions are like that just common stuff like not…
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A+ Exams
Hi everyone, I'm new on these boards, just got a couple of questions for you. I am going to be studying for my A+ certification soon and was just wondering if any of you guys have done all 3 of the exams (other than the essentials)? Is there any benefit to doing the 602/3 & 4 exams? Also, after I obtain this certification…
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Passed 601 taking 602 in a week
I passed the 601 today and passed. i have a friend that gave me two text books that he had read from when he passed the a+ both 601 and 602. I finished reading them both several times. I printed the objectives from comptia's site for both 601 and 602 and notice that they are similar... what do i need to prepare exactly,…
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CompTIA A+ Essentials (2007 Edition) 220-601 [PASSED!!!]
I studied alot for it and was really nervous and it was hard to think. I passed with a 710 (passing 675). Now onto 602!
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Hello A+ People
Hello all, Now that I have my N+ it's time to get my A+. Yes I'm doing it different then most people but I wanted to take N+ while my mind was still fresh after getting my A.A.S[/u]
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Comptia A+ Noob needs help!
Hello, guys. I'm new to all of this comptia certification process. I'm not, however, new to computers. Anyway, I would like to get a certificate of completion of the A+ objectives. I'm looking at the Comptia essentials and the 220-602 tests. My question is: Is it mandatory that I attend a hands-on class prior to taking the…
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How important are book editions when stuudying?
I originally planned to do the A+ Core and OS exams in 2006 and bought the 'A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide - Fourth Edition' for self study. Unfortunately, unforeseen issues arose and I had to put of doing the exam. It's now Jan 2008 and I'm now ready to to start studying again but I have a few questions. The exams…
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Passed A+ Eseential Exam!!! Thank you everyone
I usually don't post alot, because I found most of my answers by using the search function... anyway, I passed the A+ Essential with 830. Couldn't believe I made that score.... Going for the 602 next Monday... thank you everyone for all your help!
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Completed A+
Hi everyone just completed Both A+ 2007 exams this morning (601 and 602). Score where 860 and 880. My employer required this one, so now its done. I'm glad its out of the way ! Thans to the ppl here andfor the technotes as usual !
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Passed 601 on first attempt
Many thanks to all your guys i got some real good pointers on this forum, I must admit i was a little nervous especially when i saw the first Q but i got on a major roll and hit 880 and pass mark was 670 so its off to 602 next week which by the sounds of it is much easier. Thanks again guys....
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Hi All im new here just wanted advice for my Comptia A+ exam
I just found this site and it looks really good i just wish i had found it before. Anyways i will be taking my A+ 601 exam in 2 days and my 602 next week and i wanted to ask is there anything specific i should be studying? because i have been through alot of sample tests and study guides so i wanted to ask if it is really…
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Taking essentials test on friday. Questions
I'm set up to take my A+ essentials test this upcoming friday. I've been studyting the sybex text book and while I think I'm prepared, when I take whatever practice exams I can find, I keep scoring around a 550. I think I may be rushing through the exams, but either way I was looking for any advice before I take the test.…
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need help
what can i do AFTER i passed my a+ certification? can i get a job? and who is about to take the exam? this year?
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what is master slave and cable select?
what is : - master slave cable select - what r they? what do they do?? whats it for?? all i know is its some sort of setting.
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i need help, ive got my exam coming this may
i am currently studying comptia a+ certification essentials, - is there any free resource will will help me to pass? i am from the UK.
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CompTIA towards the Microsofts certification?
Help me guys please.. Hello, Im going to get the A+ exam (2007) soon, and plan to take Network+ and Security+ in Q1 of next year. Next level after that is to be a MSCE or MCSA, so what MS certification do I have to get through then? Is it just one server MS-cert or what? Do u have any suggestions? Help me out here...
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A+ Vouchers ?
Hey, I heard that we can buy the A+ cert tickets from 3rd party companies. Is there any of those that are canadian based ? (CAD prices). And are they reliable or is this some sort of scam ? Thank you.
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Passed 601 and 602
I have been reading through this site for a few weeks and reading ExamCram to study (I have many years experience working with hardware and taken CCNA/CCNP/MCSA courses in college). That network and OS experience helped a lot with the exams. Got an 860 and 890 so I just wanted to thank people for their posts that helped me…
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Please point me to the right direction
I am looking to take my A+ cert in the near future I understand that I need to take two parts. What two parts should I take? Is exam, 601 the A+ essentials? If so, I will need to take 601 along with one of the other three parts right? Where do I go to take these exams? Can I find a place locally near and pay the fee and…
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Passed
Just want to say I passed the 601 this Friday. Thanx All On To Server + :D
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Passed 601 and 602 Today
Spent about 6 weeks studying and decided to take both tests today. Completed both tests in less than 1.5 hours total. Took the 601 first scored a 745 Took the 602 second and scored an 850 All in all, I was pleased with the results and another Ceritifcation I am looking forward to getting back on the Cisco Band Wagon.
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passed 601-602
Finally got my A+ Certification. I might have over studied memorizing a lot of details that weren't on the test 601. I got 850 score. 602. 890 had a lot of similar questions as 601. Network+ next.
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Passed Essentials!!!
I've passed the 220-601 Essentials today with a score of 780. :D I was surprised when I took the test that maybe 20% of what I seen was covered in the two books I read and the other 80% was covered from experience. I went and re memorized that IRQ,DMA, SCSI tables almost for nothing.. not a single question relating to…
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Which book to study
I took Cisco 1-4 in highschool but thanks to our teacher not caring and giving us his admin login to get the answers, us passing=him getting paid....so I didn't learn anything because I took an easy grade. Anyways, I am going to start working on getting some certs, and figured I would start off with A+ and Network+ before…
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Going for 220-601 Certification (Need Help)
I'm in school right now studying for my A+ Network+ and MCSE certifications. I've been studying for a few months now for the A+ Certification and I don't feel confident enough to take the test. I have a lot of course material to study from yet I'm not sure of myself. I know it's 100 questions with a 900 score. Can someone…
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Passed 601 & 602
Took and passed my IT tech exam (602) yesterday after passing my 601 Essentials exam the month before. Was surprised I did better on the electives exam with 800/900 whereas I only just scraped through the essentials, which I thought was much easier then the other one, ohh well. I just did homestudy, with a week long course…
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Taking the 601 and have a question...
I am going to take the 601 after LONG days of study. For you that took this already, do some questions have more then one answer that is correct? and if so, will it tell you how many. For example- (choose 2 answers below) or do you have to look carefully to see if another answer may apply? Thanks for your help. Michelle
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Groovy!
Hey everyone, just introducing myself since I'll be hanging out here for the forseable future. I recently got out of the US Air Force. I was a 3C0 and decided to try my luck as a dirty civilian. I wasn't able to re-up as a computer geek so, here I am. The Air Force paid for a week long Network + course for me in April. The…
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Didn't Pass 601
I took the 220-601 this morning and I didn't pass (640) 675 is a pass, so I only missed by 4 questions I'm new to IT - 15 months - but I already have my Net+ and didn't have an issue with passing that. I've used this site and materials, I bought the "CompTIA Complete A+ Study Guide" Text Book - 2006 objectives. online…
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DAMAGED HARD DRIVDE SECTORS
HOW WOULD I REPAIR DAMAGED HARD DRIVE SECTORS OR STOP THE HARD DRIVE FROM WRITING DATA TO THEM?
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A+ 604
Has anyone passed the 604 module? Just curious,
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Passed 602 Today. A+ certified!
I passed the A+ 220-602 (2007 Edition) today with 790 score (700 passing score). Next up, network+!
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Passed A+ 2007 Essentials! (Update: A+ certified!)
Hello friends, I passed the A+ Essential exam (220-601) today with 760 score (675 passing score). Going for the 220-602 in a few weeks.
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Question about A+
Hey guys, This is my first time posting here so I will try not make a blunder of it. I just graduated with a Bachelors in a science degree but non related to IT. I decided not to persue and got a job as a IT helpdesk tech. I want to move more into the field of CCNA one day but I'm not sure of wether I should start out with…
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Passed 601 & 602
Hi, Just wanted to tell all you good people that I passed and I'm A+ Certified :) I honestly thought the exams would be harder though but I'm not complaining lol Got 740 for 601 and 855 for 602 Next up is Network+ and then on to MCSE 2003 Oh and thanks - this site really helped me find some direction. YOU GUYS ROCK!
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Passed Essentials 2007 & 220-602 2007 Today
Passed with 810 & 830 I only slept 4hrs last night due to nerves 602 for me was 10x harder than 601. I barely had time to go over every awnser.. I finished 601 in 40mins Very happy I did 602 first. Anywho, I'm off in search of N+ material.
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A+ Testing Tips
Hello, Here are some test taking tips for when it comes time to sit for the CompTIA A+ exams. Before you go to the tesing center, know the exam you are going to take. All CompTIA A+ 2006 Exams Total Time: 120 min Exam Time: 90 Min • There is an agreement that needs to be read and agreed to prior to the exam starting. You…
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Essentials Tomorrow!
I'm going to sit the 601 Essentials tomorrow! :D Any last minute advice for me short of memorizing the stupid IRQ table
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Cost of exams?
I'm just like everyone else I'll be taking the 601/602 I read on the CompTIA site that the exam is like $164, but is that per exam or can I pay $164 and take both at the same time?
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Pass O.S. 2003 today. A+ certified!
Passed with a 614. I was surprised it was that high, but there were more hardware questions then I expected, so I think that pulled my score up a bit. Do yourself a favour and make sure you know how to make and use boot disks, how many disks are required for which OSs, and what to do if it says those files are missng on…
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A+ certified!!!
Hello friends, I passed 602 exam yesterday with score of 830 …finally A+ certified!!! :) For me 602 exam was easier than 601.
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Passed both exams!
As I mentioned in my previous post, I am reporting on my experience in taking both exams on the same day. I took the 601 and 602 this morning. The testing center scheduled 2 hours per exam for me, but I finished both in about 70 minutes. I got a 735 and 865, respectively. I was really surprised by how much easier the 602…
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Essentials/Core Hardware Soon!!!
I'm about to schedule my A+ Core Hardware for little over a week from now. I've gone though a couple of books to bring me up to date on whats covered on the exam. I'm getting on average 80's and 90's on the example tests on this site. My only weak point is IRQ table which I need to fully memorize again... Any advice on…
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Both exams at once?
I have been studying for the A+ for about four weeks now, and I'm figuring on about another week to ten days before I take the Essentials. Between the objectives and several posts on this site it looks like the Essentials and 602 overlap a lot of information. How likely is it to take both tests back-to-back and pass them?…
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Passed 602 ! !
boy am I relieved . . . I missed my 601 by a few questions last week but I got over a 90% on the 602 this morning . . . . I had posted when I didn't pass the 601, and I thank you all for you responses and views. 602 was a cakewalk for me, now I'll go back when I have the extra $$ and take 601 again, this time I know I'll…
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Essentials? Core Hardware?..
This might sound like a stupid question but I'm assuming the CompTIA Essentials and Core Hardware are one in the same thing? Please correct me if I'm wrong! I have to admit I didn't even know CompTIA existed until I moved (from Ireland) to the US a few years ago when I noticed this thing called A+ as a requirement for most…
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Should I even bother with A+?
I know this sounds stupid but should I even bother taking A+? I have 6 solid years of IT experience and I am currently in the process of completing my MCSE....Working on 70-291 at the moment.. My career goal after MCSE is CCNA. I work as a sort of junior system administrator in an environment that deals heavily with…
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Whats the Best CBT Training or Video Training available?
Has anyone used any of these CBT or Video training such as CBT NUGGETS , Train Signal and such? I have some pc knowledge but really want to take one of these CBT courses and PASS as well as really know what I am doing. Any Help is greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Passed A+ 2006 Essentials!!!
:D Now I will take IT Tech, Then I am on to N+ Got a 740.....but a pass is a pass :)
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what book to buy at comptia online store for 2006 exam
what is the best book to get for the a+ certification role of pc tech
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A+ Core Hardware Test, question #38
Hi, This question is about error code 301 on POST. My question is, why is COMP-TIA prejudiced for IBM error codes? I may be a technician who never works on an IBM machine. Jim59a
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A+ : "Quick Cert" by: Specialized Solutions Traini
I have been considering buying this computer based / CD based A+ training set as seen on Comptia's website. My employer will pay for my training . Is this a good course, as I want to Really Learn this material as well as pass the test.Money is not a issue! I have some computer networking experiense and know a good amount…
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A+ 2006 study material question
I'm preparing for the A+ now and I have two books: Exam Cram A+ and A+ 2006 In Depth (Thomson textbook). Has anyone else used one or both of these books, and if so, were they sufficient? Thanks!
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passed: 602 (IT Technitioan Designation (2007 Edition))
Today I passed the 602 exam with 880/900 (700 passing) score. Prep: 70-290 and 70-270 study books, my 10+ IT experience. No A+ specific books. The exam is full of soft skill questions (I think about 50%). The remainder is Windows (XP) and other questions. For me it was not always easy to choose the right answer so I used…
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A+ 2006 (Essentials, IT Tech) exams vs Preplogic experience
A quick question for current holders of the 2006 certifications... I'm just about to sit both A+ exams, but just wondering how they seem to match up with the Preplogic test preps ? When I sat both of my Network and Security exams, I found that my real pass mark matched what I was achieving on the preplogic tests, albeit…
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Newbie needs help - Which units to choose?
Hi Guys, I'm new over here obviously. To give a small introduction, I have been interested in IT since I was around 7. Went to college, but had to stop halfway (actually at the start it self) because of a unfortunate incident with finances. And I just quit my good for nothing job (Or at least i think I did.. or I will get…
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Books for A+ 2006 and older A+ exams
I am wondering what books would be good for preparing for the A+ 2006 exam. I saw in another post that "objectives from CompTIA and possibly Meyers or Sybex books are usually what most rely on". Is this correct? With a book or three from Meyers and Sybex and practice tests from this site, would it be reasonable t expect a…
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A+ Question...
Well, I'm going to sit my A+ in a few weeks. I appear to be hitting a low in the 80% range and a high of 100% on most practice exams I've been though. I do have a couple of questions about the actual test... The test is two exams taken at a center and that is essentially it? I've been told by a person who claims his…
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A+ 2003 VS. A+ 2006
So i've been doing some reading (obviously not enough since I'm asking this) and I'm a little confused. I want to become A+ Certified. I thought I was supposed to take the 2 tests (301 and 302) but now I hear these tests are retired and there are new tests I must take (601+). Apparently the 301+ tests were retired in June…
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question about my certificate
I received my certificate for passing the test. At the bottom under where it says "Date Certified" there is a note that says this certification exam will be current through December 2009. I want to assume that they mean that literally, that the exam itself is current thru 2009. My certification is still good for life,…
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Passed 601+602.
Hey all, first time posting here. I recently passed both A+ certs. I passed the 220-601 with a 780 I think and the 220-602 with an 850. The 602 was a lot easier than I had anticipated, which was good I guess. I'm studying now for my Network+, which seems to be the common path. I was looking for input on where to go from…
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Passed A+ 2006 IT Tech!!!
:D Passed today with an 800.....very surprised as I thought that it was tougher than essentials. Lots of soft questions, some troubleshooting questions, some basic networking questions, an quite a few questions on permissions, and on Event Viewer. Next test....Network +......currently taking CCNA classes. Good luck to all!!
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Time limit
Is there a deadline between passing the Essentials exam and when you have to pass the elective exam?
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How difficult is the 601 and 602?
First time poster. I am attending new horizons with the GI Bill footing most of the bill and I am looking to get back into IT. I got out the Marines in 99 where I was delaing with hardware, networks, cisco, etc. But circumstances happened where I wasnt certified and couldnt get into IT in the civilian life. Now I am…
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need advice
Hello people, I'm new to this site and I'm thinking about getting my cert in A+. I have a AS degree in Computer and Electronics Engineering (CEET) from ITT and graduated in 03. I'm in the military and about to retire in 5 years. Should I go ahead and start getting my Certs or wait till its close to my retirement? Thank you.
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A+ Essentials passed (220-601) today
Hi there, Passed today with 750 score (675 passing score) and was happy I didn't get any laser printer internals to do (pfff). A lot of Windows (XP) questions, but no Linux/Unix, Novell or DOS (and this was always my favorite topic; like QEMM vs EMS battle, LOADHIGH stuff!!) My prep is my experience for the last 10+ years…
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Passed 601 and 602 on the same day, first try.
first post. howdy all. just wanted to give my experiences on the A+. i have been into computers for 15+ years. i read mike myers passport. read the technotes on this site. took the practice tests that came with the book and practice tests listed on this site. passed both tests on the first try. i BARELY passed the…
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Passed 601 & 603 Exams
I passed both the Essentials & Remote Technician exams today. Working on Network+ to compliment my A+ & Security+ certifications.
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Trick Questions
So I was curious if trick questions are supposed to be the norm in these tests? I only ask because sometimes I see questions on these prep tests that completely feel misleading. Like asking how many pins your typical dimm would have, so of course I'm going to awnser with 168 / 184, and I get it wrong because aparently they…