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Passed 601 & 602 Exams
Just came back from the testing center, I scored a 760 on the 601 and a 860 on the 602. Boy was that thing a mind blower in spurts. I'm working off a natural high after passing both in one shot. :P I should took this thing three years ago when I first started looking into it. :D Other than the objectives(just found my…
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Raid 5 Array One drive off?
Hi! is anyone here familiar with RAID-5 we currently have a RHEL4 box at work and there are 5 drives in a RAID-5 array. The server is a Proliant DL380 G4 with 5 Drives in the bays. Today I had to power down and replace a memory DIMM but did not notice if all the drives were up a running before I shutdown. So after…
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Passed
I passed both the Essentials and the IT tech today. My next step is to start back on my Cisco studies. I also hope to have security+ by the end of the year.
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Exam Cram 2
So if anyone else has read this book, I'm just curious if I'm alone in pointing out that it is overly confusing with some of it's explanations. I remember the meyers book being of similar confusion at some point, but I noticed that if you just reread this book a couple times through, you get the point. That has not become…
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I need Help For A+ OS LAst chance i have,
Hello My is Pierre, I have been studying for the A+ Os Exam for a while now and i am still very afraid of doing ot in the fear of that i might fail and i have less then 20 days to do it.. so please any advive would be help full.
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I NEED HELP WITH A+ HARDWARE EXAM
I NEED HELP WITH MY A+ HARDWARE EXAM. I HAVE FAILED TWICE AND BOTH TIME MY SCORE WAS 506 AND PASSING SCARE IS 515.. WHAT CAN I DO TO PASS THIS EXAM I NEED HELP AND ADVISE WHAT ARE SOME GOOD WAYS THAT I CAN STUDY FOR THIS EXAM??
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Game Time
Well, I am taking the A+ Essentials Exam in about 5 hours. This will be my first certification test, so I decided to take the A+ 1 exam at a time to get my feet wet. I don't post a lot, but frequent this site just about everyday. Hopefully I'll be back here with postitive news. Thanks to everyone on here for the help and…
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New to this
Hey Folks, I have just signed in to this site. I have just finished studying for the A+ exams by reading the sybex A+ complete edition and doing some sybex practice tests. Anyone any idea if this book is good or not? Seemed to give in depth info anyway and i found it useful. Plan to sit the first exam within a few weeks.…
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A+ Essentials...
Taking the essentials soon... any tips been using Sybex A+ Compltete along with CBTs. Thanks
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Questions All Non A+ People Are Wondering
How hard is the test actually? What is the hardest part (as in type of questions)? What should we maybe study more that we might not of put as much time into?
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Nervous!
I failed my 2003 A+ Hardware exam narrowly, only by a couple of questions. I've been studying like a madman over the past couple of months, to get my self ready for the re-write. However, my question is should I be worried? How much does 2003 differ from 2006? What kind of new material should I be learning? Thanks a lot…
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A+ 2006 in Toronto?
Hi there, im looking to get some info on A+ centres in toronto particularly in price and centres, i know there's tones, but which one did u go to? and how much did it cost? thanks in advance :)
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2003/2006 Objectives Overlap
The new objectives are available in January http://certification.comptia.org/a/New_A_Calendar.aspx The 2003 objectives are available for some countries through June 2007.
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Need some suggestions^^
Hello guys, Just had a quick question... i was wondering which book would help me out best preparing for the CompTIA A+ Essentials and CompTIA A+ 220-602 exams... Sybex A+ Deluxe or Mike Meyer's All-in-One
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Trainsignal A+
I have 6 years of expirence with a wide variety of systems from AT to ATX 2. I have the Trainsignal A+ 2006 and made 87% of "2006 Essentials", 90% on "2006 Electives", and 88% on "A+ Exam", which I assume is the 2003 version. Some things bug me.... One question that says "The technology that uses 2 128kbps lines for…
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601 + 602 passed
830 June31/850 August23 respectively Used Sybex Complete Study Guide, and have non-Professional expierience. Essentials was alot easier than I thought, luck of the draw I guess. And the IT Technichian had me a little worried. Finally a break from studying(for a couple weeks). Next, Im either gonna go for Network+ or an…
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Passed hardware today!
Today I passed the hardware! Going for OS soon!
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Book Recommendations for A+ Cert
Hi, I want to start studying for my A+ cert and was wondering which book would be best for the exam?
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What should I do for starting my A+
Hi everybody this is the first time for talking in that forum but I tried to understand how to start my A+ by the way this is my first step in the certification study to develop my tech skills so I need ur advise what should I need. Anyway thanks for ur time.
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Passed 601 and 602!
Scored 830 on -601 and 875 on -602. I used Sybex Complete A+ Study guide Deluxe Edition, 4 years of experience, and any and all practice tests I could get my hands on.
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Testing center
Center was having hardware trouble thi smorning, so I couldn't take it. I offered to hang out and wait on their tech support guy to show up (I was going to offer to fix it, but didn't think that would fly... :) ) but the lady got rude with me and basically told me to get out. I rescheduled for tomorrow at a different test…
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Memorizing POST codes?
Is it important to remember all/some of the codes for the exam or is it beyond the scope of the exam? (this is an appropriate question, right?)
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Take both on the same day?
Hello all, I was wondering if most of you took both A+ tests (Essentials, IT Tech) on the same day, or took them on different days. What would you recommend? Thanks for any input.
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601 and 602 on Tuesday
Hopefully scheduling both the same day won't come back to bite me. I feel pretty prepared, going to spend the weekend brushing up on things that I am having some trouble with, but I am passing the practice exams with about 85% pass rate. Wish me luck!
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Passed 601
I have passed 220-601 with a 720. I used CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Exams 220-601/602/603/604, Deluxe Edition and am sad to say it was not worth the money. 601 covers mainly trouble shooting computers. I am lucky I've been doing that very thing all my life for people. I am going for 602 here very soon, any advice?…
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Passed!
I'm stoked! My first cert! I passed the 601 and 602 this afternoon! I scored a 730 and 780. No great scores but whatever! I have been working with computers for 15 years and after 13 years with the same company I moved on and discovered a lot of company's really want certifications. I was able to secure another good job…
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IRQs
Just a quick question. I don't know if I'm missing this or not on the Objectives, but are we no longer tested on IRQs and I/O addresses on the 2006 A+? Thanks a lot, everybody.
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220-601 PASS!!!!
First time taking test today, passed the 601 with a 740... I'm not even going to complain about the score. Just glad I passed. I've got my 602 test scheduled for next week. Anyone have any personal experiances/suggestions they would care to share with me before I go take this next one? :D
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On A+
Hey i want to become A+ Certified. Can I just get a book or should i sign up for a course at the community college?
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Passed 601 & 602
I've read posts on this forum, however I think this is my first actual post. I took my 601 & 602 today, scoring 730 on 601 & 820 on 602. Cut it close on 601, but I passed, so whoop whoop. Next is Network+. For anyone wondering, I studied for 2 weeks using the Sybex Deluxe package as well as 4 years military computer…
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from the beginning!!!
hey i'm preparing for A+2006 until now i take the personel computer components course in the train signal A+ 2006 course but i find it too easy, i compar it with the Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide i found that i need to study more and more ; but meny people recommend the train signal training course because it's explain…
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Passed 601 + 602
Just passed my 601+602 today. 750, 820 respectively. 601 was a sneaky little bastard. I thought i would do better on the 601 but a pass is a pass. Next comes Microsoft. I'm very pleased. :D
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question from book
I bought the Jean Andrews A+ 2006 In-Depth book a few days ago. It's a good book so far. there is a question in it that does not seem right to me because i do not remember reading it. the question is about RAM. The question is: The smaller the speed rating is, the faster the chip. True/False. what is the correct answer. I…
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Help! Need some serious advice.
I am currently enrolled in an A+ course which I'm paying $1200 dollars for. I have a degree already in CIS but haven't found a job since graduating so I figured getting some certs would help me find something. I know my way around a PC - been using one since I was 7. After the first day of class the teacher pulled me over…
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Passed 601 and 602
Hi Guys, Passed the 601 and 602 today, 602 full of costumer service questions. Also, my score report said A+ 2007 Edition, is this a new version or is the 2006 version?.
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How different are the exams? (2006-versus older)
I only ask because even though I work in IT, I'm getting ready to start a new job that will require some service calls. I've grown familiar with the work here and have kind of moved out of the hardware support role... Will a read through my old "All-In-One" book be enough, or is it worth picking up a used copy of the 2006…
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Passed!
Well, I took the exam(s) (220-601 & 220-602) this afternoon and passed with very good scores! The test is more situational than it is factual. All the practice tests I took were going over IRQ's, I/O Addresses, ATA-# Specs, etc. I had nothing like that on any of the 190 Questions. I did my test through Pearson Vue, in…
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Is 2006 easier than 2003 ?
I have been studying A+ for a couple of weeks now. I must say, compared to Network+ , I'm finding it a bit challenging. Most of the study materials I find , seem to be geared towards 2003. I have heard that the 2006 601+602 are an easier test (less material)but require a 700 pass. There is no way i can learn 800+ pages of…
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Question
Can I take the 602 1st and then the 601?
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Purchased this book....
http://www.sybex.com/WileyCDA/SybexTitle/productCd-0470048328.html Looks pretty good, I know a lot of it, just things like processor types and sockets I strugle with, will have to get some flash cards for those. Any other tips, I think half an hour of studying a day and I'm reading for the exam in a month and a half?…
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Passed 2006!
I didnt do so hot on the Essentials portion (but still passing), and scored a 810 on the 220-603. Now its time to tackle Net+! Thanks for the support everyone. My study materials: http://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-2006-Q-Chimborazo-LLC/dp/159863352X ...And about 5-6 years of actual experience. Some people have the knowledge to…
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After passing the A+ what do you get in the mail?
I recently just passed both the 601 and 602 exams so I was wondering what should I be expecting in the mail? 2 Certificates? or Just 1?
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A+ Certification: COMPLETE!
Hello everyone! I passed both the IT essentials exam and the IT technician exam yesterday! Scored a 760 (though I thought that I would have done better ) on the IT essentials and 840 on the IT technician exam. The IT technician exam was noticeably easier than IT essentials, which was a bit of a shock. I fully recommend the…
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New and passed A+ today.
Hello to all. I stumbled on this site last night doing some last minute studying for my A+. I wish I would have found it sooner. I took both exams today and passed both. I will continue to network +. I already have the MCP but will continue through MCSE. I will later be interested if taking the Messaging or Security will…
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Passed 601 and 602
I passed the 601 and 602 last week. Taking the Net+ next.
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Freshly Certified
Passed both exams within a week: A+ Essentials (220-601) : 760/900 A+ IT Technician (220-602) : 810/900 Thanks to everyone in this forum, for giving me those tasty cert stories, you guys really inspire me. Thanks everyone.. Now onto Security+ Nxt Monday. And then Net+, Server+, CWNA, RHCE, ENSA...every other monday. LOL
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602, 603, 604
Is the 602 the only elective exam currently released? If not, why does it seem that everyone on this forum is taking that one instead of 603 or 604? If yes, when will 603 and 604 be available. Thanks.
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I need a bit of info on A+ Certification
I am interested in becoming A+ Certified. I can build Windows XP and Vista 32-bit computers from scratch, and can maintain them well. I can troubleshoot most problems, including hardware, software, and network. I have been heavily interested in computers for about 4 years now, and want to take my skills further and make a…
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Whew!
Passed! Besides now having the certification, another good thing that's come of this exam, it's confirmed which areas I need to further study and gain experience on. *chuckles* Thank you for all of the tips and tech notes. They have been a great help. I've been mulling over the idea of going for Network+, but at the moment…
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Percentage?
Simple question; what is the percentage needed in order to pass any of the exams? Someone asked me the other night and... honestly, I didn't know.
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Newbie getting started
I decided to start with the A+, Because I think that basically where everybody started with. I would like to know what books are recommended and what Topic Area should I focus on. I have a OK general knowledge but I heard alot people saying the 06 is much harder to pass and that I should have taken it before June 30 is it…
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book about real situation.
what is the best book for repair PC and notebook? beyond A+ objective? thanks.
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Question about Sybex books
Anyone have any preference over the A+ books? There are currently four versions out there and I just picked up A+ Complete study guide from Oct. 06. A new one just came out, the A+ complete certification kit from April of this year. Should I go back and order this one? I already have the Mike Meyers all in one. Do you…
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A new day
Well, I tried and I tried, but I didn't pass the 302 like I was hoping. But... I'm gonna start over from scratch and just prevail at this. I've spent my fair share of hands on experience with most of this stuff, it's only the things I don't have access to in a hands on environment that prolly threw me off. Regardless, I…
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Analog functionality
so I'm studying AMR cards and the words "analog functionality" come along. Would somone mind trying to explain to me the idea behind that terminology, or to make matters even better, explain the purpose behind AMR. It seems to me that an AMR card is supposed to be used for the intent of combining the Modem and Sound cards…
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just got my ass kicked
ya know ive been doing well on the practice tests ive been taking, but ive been wondering, really, are these typical of what i am up against? the ones in meyers book, the sybex book, other tests ive practiced with, but im wondering that maybe im too overconfident and i shouldnt be gauging weither or not im ready by these…
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passed both exams right on time
just passed both exams right on time before it retires!!! thanks to this site for the practice exams and tech notes.. i have a question though about the Microsoft certifications on server 2003 is it about to retire? coz i just saw server 2008 on bill gates site don't know what to take next after this and they added a whole…
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w0000000t!
just passed my os and now i am fully certified!! took me a while but got it done before it retired thank god. This site is great alot of help time to get started on my net+ does anyone know the retire date for the net+ so i know when to get new books and such? thanks!! oh and what would be the latest mike meyers book be…
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Under the wire
I, too, just passed the OS test today (552). Took the Hardware back in '05. I want to thank everyone on the boards for their advice along the way. The parctice questions here also helped.
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How to communicate with Customers? Fix Problems?
Hello people, I noticed how my A+ 2003 Core exam had a lot of questions on how to be a professional PC Technician. (I had a 864/900. I'm not taking the A+ 2003 OS exam until June 29. I'm not good with the OS due to a lack of experience with any OS other than Windows XP Home Edition. ) Apparently it is the focus of the new…
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Passed OS Today
Its been awhile since I've posted here but wanted to share the news! Passed the OS with a 740 score. I put off the the OS exam for over a year but decided to bite the bullet before the deadline. I did some concentrated study over the past 2 weeks and voila! here I am: A+ certified! My score wasn't as high as my hardware…
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how are question on 302?
i take the 301 the last week. (my score is 609) but i very confused, beacouse the 301 have more objective, and 302 have less objective. also what is the equivalent of 505 pass score? are 70% or 60%. or if have 100 question, less not count question what is the minimun to pass? 60 good question?thanks.
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Newbie commentary
hello, Ive been studying up for my A+, scheduled to take essentials and IT tech 07/05, im feeling courageous, i know its not recommended but im gonna try to tackle both on the same day, wish me luck please to get back on subject with advise.... always check with the online errata for any book you buy, no book will be…
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passed 301 and 302
Finally passed both exams! I have been studying for awhile and things just started to 'click'. I knew I had the confidence to pass and I did! This Web site is a really great resource! My next step is taking the CCNA -- I need to find that zone that 'clicks'. Any suggestions? I've had the chance to take the Cisco Academy…
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Help out a new guy here please...
Hi, I decided to get couple of IT certificates. And A+ will be my first I guess, what book would u guys recommend, and any advice for me?
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Passed 601 & 601!
Finnaly I made it. I've been studying for about 1 month really hard. Finally Paid off. Scores: •220-601 : 845 •220-602 : 875 Thanks gosh its over, Now I'm A+ Certified!!!! Does anyone know if they give you a logo (hard copy). When can I start putting this on my Resume? Question were simple (atleast most of them), and many…
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PASSED BOTH HARDWARE AND OS YESTERDAY!!
hi guys passed both hareware and os yesterday! with score of 732(hardware) 874(os) many thanks to all the people on this webnsite that gave me advice
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do u have to buy 2 voucher for 601 & 602?
hi i just had a question that do you have to buy 2 voucher for 601 & 602? coz when i try to register it wont let me register. like i mean 1 voucher for 601 and another for 602?
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passed both 220-301 and 220-302 yesterday
Hi all! I know you proably had this question before so my appologies in advance. Finaly after a couple months of postponing the exams i did both yesterday. I didn't study that much for professional reasons but i passed both 220-301 and 220-302. Did them in 40 min each. The question know is what to do next? I heard people…
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taking 601 tomorrow
I'm takin the 601 test tomorrow!!! hope fully "i meet the standard" by compTIA. (not criticizing) also hopefully i'm ready.
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Passed 220-301
Score 719. Some stuff I wasn't expecting from the exam like how to dispose of computer equipment and especially laptop/computer batteries properly. Printers and troubleshooting them. Procedure to ask customer when troubleshooting. Not a hard exam, over all I finished in 30 minutes and was lay back the whole time. Easy…
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Cable Question
Hi everyone: I was confused by one of practice exam question, that STP refer to Cat5 or Cat5e. The answer was Cat5e. From my understanding Cat5 has either STP or UTP. However, according to that practice exam question UTP always on Cat5 and STP is always on Cat5e. Please advise what is the right answer ? Thank you.
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Passed 601 & 602
Passed the 200-601 & 220-602 yesterday. Thanks to all who have posted here, I monitor this site frequently.
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Passed!!
Hooray! Just back from the test centre (after a beer or four) and I passed with a score of 679. Am well chuffed, especially after working my ar5e off for a good few weeks studying. As per my post when I passed the hardware make sure you gem up on the objectives (and if you send Plantwitz any abusive PM's because he…
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Quick question abt the new COMPTIA objective!!Please reply!!
hi everyone..i passed the hardware part of old objective and i have scheduled for the OS exam next friday..i have a question..lets say if i dont make it (hope that wont happen)..will i have to take the new hardware exam also to get the A+ certification...please reply...im lost[/b]
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A+ Certified 2006 Objectives
I completed the A+ certification today. I passed the A+ Essentials exam on May 15, 2007, with a score of 830. I took A+ IT Technician (220-602) today and passed with a score of 855. My plan is to take Network+ and Security+ in the not-too-distant future. Best of luck to those of you who have not conquered A+ yet.
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Newbie Question
Should I take the 2003 or 2006? Which is easier and won't take much time up for studing? I have 2 books 2003 or 2006 A+ but 06 I think contains to much information.
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Passed 220-302
717 score I was getting the same questions I got from the hardware exam, like 5 of them I recognize. Weird, it felt like a mix of hardware and OS for this exam. Not much questions from what I read for the OS maybe about 60 % while the other percentage should be in the hardware section. The same thing about disposing…
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Good News Bad News Good News.....
Well, I went up to the testing center and I was pretty confident. I passed the Hardware Portion with flying colors (more like scraped by at 537). So with that confidence in towe, I failed the OS with a 484. The thing is, I really felt like I nailed alot of those questions and for me to fail like that kinda ticked me off.…
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Which is harder???
I'm all studied up to take the 2003 test but now I'm wondering if I should hold off and take the 2006 test. Is one harder then the other?? Thanks!!! :D
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Hey guys I Passed!!!!
I passed my OS exam with a 585 today :P passed my Core exam with a 685 during school time which means I'm A+ Certified now! woot! I gotta say it was a bit challenging for me but I did it. :D :D :D Total Test Out Simulator helped a lot and if your going to take the MCP I recommend it
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PASSED OS!!
I PASSED MY OS TODAY!!!! got a 516!!!
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A Few questions?
I'm a newbie and right now well I think and I'm currently working at Bestbuy Geeksquad. I'm trying to get my A+,MCP,MCSA,and MCSE after that I'll go for more. Well here are the Questions 1. Can I get some good study Tip and how to retain the information. P.S Not good at taking notes and Brain just goes to other place when…
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Best cost efective Exam Simulation
I am studying for A+ Essentials, I am using Sybex Comptia A+ Complete Guide (paper back). I want to buy a exam simulator to begin to practice some questions, some are cheaps others are expensive. What do you feel are the best cost effective exam simulator for you? What did you use? and Why do you think is better? I am…
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passed 601&602
I suggest you take both tests. Was asked same questions on both! Like to know a few of the questions?
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Failed 1st Attempt
i just knew about this forum wish i did before i took the A+ examination i failed the exam got 480 I was just testing it out.. i will do it again this month see what happen then.. just want some recomdation on book that i could use, i am presently using a online program it is effective but i think i learn more if i do it…
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Thanks for the guides and practice tests!
Just wanted to say thanks to everyone that contributed to the guides and practice tests for the A+ core hardware. Today I passed the 2003 exam with 763. Will be taking the OS portion next Friday. I used this site and the Meyers book. It helped me to create a word document with tables that included just data that I needed…
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which should be the first things first
greetings! just wanna ask anyone for some recommendations on what i should take up first: an A+ or MCDST certification. as for my working experience, i have only gained a year on IT, in computer troubleshooting and repair. thanks for the help!
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A few questions from a newbie
Hi, have been reading on here for a while and reading on the internet. Currently I have just finished a BTEC in computing (2 years at college) and have a part time IT support job, I would like to top this up with the comptia A+ before I attend uni in September! Now one question, when is the last date I can take the 2003…
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A+ 2006 exam time
I'm getting ready to take the 601 & 602 exams in the next few weeks. Does anyone know the number of questions or time provided. I was unable to find information on the CompTia site.
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Advice for how to study for A+
I just purchased "A+ 2006 In Depth" by Jean Andrews which is 1200+ pages in length. The set up of the book is great because she took the CompTIA objectives and goes in order from top to bottom covering everything. The only problem I'm having is there is SO much information and I am not sure what to focus on. I can't…
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A+ certified tests
I would like get my A+ certifications but I am a bit confused on where to start. Currently the 2006 A+ exam consists of four parts? A+ Essentials A+ 220-602 A+ 220-603 A+ 220-604 Do I need to take all four exams to get certified? What is Pearson Vue and Parson? Is that the test centers? Should I purchase the Voucher from…
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Technotes....
I was referred to this site by a co-worker. I found the technotes for the A+ certification to be very helpful as I used them as a refresher for both the 220-601 and 220-602 exams. I took the exams last week and passed both with high scores. Thanks alot for articles and keep them coming. Peace!!
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Video: Simple Software Video
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To all who had been done or working on A+ 2006
Hi all: I am just struggling a bit on 2003 exams since I have about 30 days left before the exam retired. I've been studied 2003 for about 2 months so far and going to work on all the sample questions in the coming 2 weeks. So far, my scored is about 60 - 70%. Should I go for the 2006 exam instead ? If I am going to work…
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Couple of OS exam questions
Hi folks I'm due to take the OS exam on 15 June. I was wondering if anyone who has taken the exam recently could answer the following questions, please? 1) Did you get many questions on the test concerning short cut keys i.e. CTRL + ESC will bring up the 'start' menu? 2) From recent posts I've seen on here and other boards…
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A+ Certification
Passed the OS an hour ago with a score of 660, not as good as i was hoping for, but its passing! I would recommend self-study to those interested in the cert. I was able to Pass both exams first attempt, requiring only a quick look over the curriculum and a few random practice tests. Obvious as it may be I need to note…
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passed 601 :)
Hey friends, I passed the A+ Essential exam yesterday with a score of 675 now i have to study for 220-602…hopefully I will pass that at first time too like others for me also questions are really mish mash…test was very technical some nice questions on customer service issues…& how to handle customers...just think from a…
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How long did you study for A+?
Hi everybody: I just passed the CCNA and now I want to do A+ (I need to set more my bases). I will use Sybex. My main question is: How did you study for A+? I have some exp. with computers and tech support, including Windows XP. Thans four your comments. Raul
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First certification
Today I took the A+ essentials and the A+ IT Technician exam and scored a 825 and 840. I have a question for those that have already received their certificate. Besides receiving the actual certificate, do they send you anything else like cards or a pen or anything? Someone told me they used to send a small toolkit? Do…