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How do I know if I am ready?
I have taken 2 courses for A+ and am in a 3rd now as part of my AS. I have also been studying the A+ Exams Guide from Chris Crayton. (Seems very general.) I have passed all the practice test I have found with 100% or 90's on most of them. I have schedualed The test for monday but the more I read people post the more…
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books
hi, Other than technotes what books do you currently need to clear this exam. signing out--ritamshome
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A+ Certified!
I Passed OS Technologies with a 619/900 (passed Core Hardware with 642/900), so now I am Officially A+ Certified!!! :D
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New w/ a question
Great site- was browsing through the notes - nice work. I was wondering which sites have the best practice exams (For Core A+)- I see their are a lot out their, but not sure which ones are good to view and get some practice in before I take the Core part of A+. Thanks a lot guys.
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A+ OS Exam
hey guyz/girlz I will be going and sit the A+ OS Exam in a lil over 2 hrs. wish me luck as this will make me become fully A+ Certified. I think i am confident in being able to pass it. will let you pplz know how I go as soon as i come from the testing center. Thanks in advance for all the information from this site. Talk…
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Core Exam Passed
I've been lurking here for a few days. After about four days of power studying (Mike Meyers book and CBT Nuggets), I decided to just go ahead and take the exam. Passed with 759. The test was much easier than I had expected judging from the practice exams I had taken. Anyway I'm excited as hell over the results. Now to…
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Intel Processor Question
On my main computer I have an Intel Pentium 4 processor. It's an x86 Family 15 Model 2 Stepping GenuineIntel 2400 Mhz. At least that's what my System Information says in Windows. If I go to System Properties it's says that I have a 1.6 Ghz. So which one do I believe? I've tried searching on Intel's site, but I can't figure…
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what now?
I've got Network +, now is it best to take other Comptia's or do CCNA, or go for MCP's ?
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Plz Tell some A+ resoure links
hi all i saw a lot of member got A+ certified can someone tell me some useful links for A+ exam study (Free exam,study notes,e books) i m newer here i wanna be a A+ certified like all of u kindly let me know resourse links I got some links from some forums but i think i have to learn much to pass thank all in advance
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Passed with a 730.. onto the core!
Hope the core isn't too bad..
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having trouble memorizing
i am having trouble memorizing the material for the A+ core exam. any suggestions on how i go about memorizing everything i need to?
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If you don't pass
If you don't pass the test, are you out the money you paid for the test? Do you have to keep paying each time?
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OS Labs Question
Are there any books, study materials, or videos with an emphasis on labs or tutorials? I've taken a course in A+, and used the Learnkey 11 CD set, both of which had limited labs. I have computers containing Win Nt, 98, Xp and 2000. I think I learn more by doing. Like, for example step by step instructions I could follow…
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Failed Core hardware again!
Hey guys, I failed my core hardware test for the 2nd time yesterday. Its really starting to get to me. Anyideas what i can do. Thanks
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Question on maximum amount of logical drives
Hi, I am new to this forum. I figure I might as well start working on my certs since I've been in the IT field for about 6 years. I am going for my OS A+ this Tuesday.. gl to me!! Anyways, on to the question. I have a book that states it's 24 and I have a practice exam that states 23. Which is it? Thanks! One other thing,…
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DMA Confusion
I took a practice core exam from another site. 1 Question asked how many DMA channels an AT had. Their answer is 8. Mike Meyers book tells me DMA channels 0 and 4 are the same. To me this means there are 7 DMA channels altogether, which is the way I answered the question. To add a little more confusion, Christopher…
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windows Xp tregistry editor
I've seen conflicting information some places say regedt32 and others say regedit is the best anyone know what the comptia answer is???
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Passed A+ Core: 807
Hi I Passed my A+ Core Hardware exam yesterday, with 807 marks. :D I used Mike Myers, "all in one A+ Certification exam guide", the shiny gold one, and the vast amounts of knowledge I've gained from messing around with computers for the last 10 years... I also read through the tech notes on this site. I made some notes on…
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A+ Core test booked
I've booked my A+ Core exam for this Saturday. I've been using Mike Myers, All in one A+ Certification book (you can tell it's good 'cos of the Gold cover!). This is my 1st certification test, but I've been working in IT for 7 years :) , and I'm a Computer Science major, University drop out I have actually learned quite…
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Passed the OS A+ Certified!!!
Three nights of solid prep and I got a 670. The testing staff gave me blank looks when I walked out of the test room after about 30 minutes. They thought I had surely failed. This forum was a BIG help in picking out study material. Plus, the practice exams were great! Keep up the great work on this site. You folks ROCK! :D…
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all in one
What chapters should i read for the OS exam i have the all in one a+ certification exam guide 5th edition
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how long does it take for the cert to arrive?
hello, good day everyone. I've taken both A+ core n OS 1month ago just wondering how long does it usualy take to get here LOL i cant wait 4 it :) so happy i passed that i wanna c my cert. ty
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Recommendations for Study Material
Does anyone have any recommendations for what study material one would use to prepare by self-study? A couple of titles that I have heard tossed around are: A+ Certifiction AIO Exam Guide by Mike Meyers and A+ Certification Training Guide (Exam 220-301 Exam 220-302) by Charles Brooks As there are soooooooo many out there…
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out of curiosity..
i took the A+ tests almost 5 years ago, now.. passed the Core with flying colors, failed the OS, and pretty much forgot about the whole thing up until now. i've been going through some of the uCertify tests for A+ Core, OS, and Net+.. and i'm finding them ridiculously simple. anybody out there have experience with these…
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Passed A+ Core/Hardware
just to let you guyz/galz know that i just came out from sitting and passing the A+ Core/Hardware exam with a score of 724. Next onto the A+ OS in 2 weeks. wish me luck. Icem@n
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Test number
Hey gays and gals....what are the exam numbers for both test for the A+? It use to be 201 and 202. Is it now 301 and 302? thanks
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Going to take A+ OS Exam in 1 hour :]
I'm going to take A+ OS exam today @ prometric. I hope I'll pass :]. I will post my score later today. Wish me luck :D
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Just passed A+ Core
Hi guys, I just passed A+ Core with score of 702 !!! I could not believe it was so easy, it took me only like 15-20 minutes to finish it. I only studied using testing software / technotes - rest of my knowledge came from my experience. I think that if you have experience with building / fixing computers, you WILL pass the…
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Taking A+ Core next week
Hey,i've been studying from the A+ Study Guide 3rd Edition by David Groth for the past couple months.Just wanted to know from you guys if you'll could recommend any guides,tips,or any else i should go over to prepare for this exam. Thanks Alot
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Question about IDE Hard Drives...
When the hard drives are idle, do the discs still spin? I can't imagine they do but for just in case. I know if you go into standby or hibernation or whatever, of course the hard drives turn off. I'm just curious if the platters inside the hard drive spin even when idle doing nothing.
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Which would you recommend?
I am currently going to start studying for the A+ Core and OS Exams. I am curious as to which should study for and take first. Have been told Core, but just would like another opinion. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
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Passed OS - Just
Passed OS on 1 September, and of course the exam tested me on my weakest spot which was networking. Alot of networking and IP configurations, ping, 2kpro and nt in the exam, hence a crappy score of 534 lol. I did keep going back and making changes when I should have ended the test right there and then, but oh well a pass…
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Good Afternoon All!
I plan to take my A+ somewhere this year. The only thing is, I don't know when or what to study. Presently I have almost a year of experience as an IT Help Desk Technician. As for my educational background I have an A.S. in Network Engineer, and now currently working on my B.S. in Information Systems Security, no…
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taking A+ hardware in 3hrs
am taking A+ in about three hrs from now and I think am prepared having been scoring above 80 in all practise exams.I had tried to be calm about this but now I just can't help being nervous.I had been preparing for A+ for about three years,while I was in Italy,but I was not consistent with that,but having moved to San…
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A+ Caore/Hardware tomorrow
hey pplz Going and do the A+ core exam tomorrow. feel pretty confident that i will pass. did some practice exams and got in the 80% range, will that be satisfactory to pass tomorrow? Wish me luck guyz. anythings in particular i should look out for? Icem@n
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passed A+ core today....9/15
passed A+ core today with a 695... not bad, but i thought i did WAY better. i counted all the questions that i knew 100%, and out of 80, thought i had 70 correct AT LEAST. kind of suprised by my score, but who cares... a pass is a pass. personally, i should've taken it like 2 weeks ago. i studied my butt off, and the test…
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failed the test twice
I just failed with a score of 470, i used XXXXXXX and a the book my school supplied me with... It seems like many of questions that I was told would be on the test were not
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A + certified (need help on advice)
6/8/05 which is 2day i passed the A + CORE with a very funny score (amazing i love this score). SCORE OF 666 :P n i passed the OS last week now at last im certified cause it waste alot of money doing the test, cost $282 for 1 test which is a killer just 4 A + im doing MCSE next week for 7 weeks its a training course, then…
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taking core 9/15 quick qhestions...
first off, anyone use the Testtakers Guide Series A+ Exams guide for study purposes? should i use more or is this good enough? i got my network +, and i used mike meyers book, (that was it...) and i scored pretty good... you think this A+ book covers enough to pass? also, did anyone encounter diagrams on the test like, of…
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got the question here
This November i am starting a 8 months class in Boston University for Desktop Support Specialist so on the end of the class which is next June i will be certified. Now i already passed A+ core and the question is should i go ahead and spend my money on A+ and N+ or this certficate from BU will be enough.
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Expiry
Hi! i would to know if anybody of you here knows if there is an expiry of taking the Hardware exam.. What i mean is, can i still take the core exam even if i passed the os exam last year, 2004. I passed the Os Exam but i failed the Os exam. Is there any rule that would disqualify me to take the core exam? Will i take both…
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Passed with a 698
well I guess the review from so many source paid off I got a 698... wanted to score in the 700's but hey it's a pass right
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Is it worthwhile doing A+ at all????????
I have both A and N+. Its helped me out a lot. Some posters on another site beleive its a waste of time. What do you all think?
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share your advices or opinions after passing the OS exam
Hi guys, I'm gonna take the OS exam on Sep 13, any advices regarding the questions from your experiences for me? I really appreciate that.
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is A+ still adaptive??
I just read a post stating it was linear...does that mean they no longer beat a dead horse on subjects???
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Hard Core Study!!!!!!
I have the objectives for the core and I thought going thru them line by line on each domain will help with my study. I also have Mike Meyers A+ videos from the 2001 objectives which is also helpful. The following sites I also browse thru and have a look at are: www.extremeoverclocking.com for troubleshooting and guides…
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Michael Meyers AIO A+ Certification Exam Guide...
First off I wanted to say that I love this certification study guide! Very thorough and easy to understand. In the first chapter of this exam guide it says that it is best to read the book from front to back but, it goes from topics on the hardware exam to the operating system exam and back to the hardware exam. Does this…
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So how do you terminate a scsi...
I took this practice exam that asked "What do you use to terminate a scsi etc etc etc" Out of 4 options, 1 of them was a terminator. and one was a resistor. The resistor was the correct answer, but really couldn't the terminator be correct? So, on the test, which one is actually correct?
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A+ Certified (finally)
passed A+ OS today. It was a lot harder than Hardware. Just wanted to say good job job on the site, it really helped!!
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NTLDR not found on Windows 98????
So I am studying for the OS side of the A plus. I installed windows 98 the other day seeing as I've never used it before (went from 95 to 2000 pro). I put it on a spare hard drive, install went fine. I boot the drive the next day and get NTLDR not found. From my reading Windows 98 does not use the NTLDR as the boot loader,…
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Taking OS tomorro
Hi all, :P wish me good luck i'll need it lol hmmm just a few questions i've booked the A + Hardware on wednesday 31/8 cost $282 per test, which is soo expensive well is the pass percentage = 50%? or someother percentage? :) cheers
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Passed my A+ core and OS noe i'm A+ certfied
Hi guyz, just really wanna thank everyone for their help and support. I took my A+ OS yesterday and i scored 681, i scored 724 in the CORE. I actually found the OS more tougher compared 2 the CORE but all the same whichever way. I'm A+ certified now. I'm goining on the N+ now. Once again thanx 2 everyone. Your support is…
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passed today with a 695
i passed my hardware exam today with a 695. there was a lot more networking and questions on ports than i expected. I used mike meyers certification passport and this site and it served me well, much better than my time at lincoln tech.
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taking OS 2mr
Hi guyz. I'm taking the OS 2mr. I just need 2 know if it is more harder hn the CORE. I already passed the core with 724 and cant wait to be A+ certified. I wanna go on the N+ after the A+ do u think thats a good idean? Cheers all!
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Questions from a Newcomer
Hey. I'm kind of new to the whole "tech" world. Up until this point I have enjoyed computers (and all technology) recreationally but recently have found my interest building. I'm currently a junior studying physics and chemistry at Western Michigan University and have loosley committed to the idea of High School and…
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Handy Charts
Does anyone have any handy dandy charts they are willing to share? I am really looking for one that matches lpt1 to it's IRQ and stuff like that. Any charts or easy ways to remember things would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, JB
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667.... :( and :)
I passed core today!!! Only 667, which is discouraging since I studied SO HARD, but I guess passing is passing. Makes me worry about OS test and MCSE testing later on.... But, in the words of Ice Cube, "I got to say, today was a good day"
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Have to get A+...
I just had an interview for a job was told if I get the job I have to get my A+ within 90 days. I've built and upgraded pc's for years and installed OS's, usually win98, xp, Linux. I even have a home network. Anyways I have the A+ dummies book, will that be enough for the exam. I have the practical exp but the book…
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8/22/2005 is the day
I take the test on 8/22/2005 and I know I am going to pass this time, so I will keep you posted.
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Am I Barking Up The Right Tree?
I passed the Hardware test and I'm taking the OS test in a couple of weeks. I realize IT jobs are hard to come by but my situation is a little unique. I'm not looking for a 40 hr. per week career. I don't even need benefits. I have my own business in the music field with very flexible hours. I got into A+ because I just…
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MasterExam A+ Core/OS 2003 Program
Hello, I've been using the MasterExam Core Practice Questions, i've been getting over 900 on it, but everytime i go to a website and try their practice tests, i always get a 40% on them. For anyone who has used MasterExam, are a lot of the questions found on MasterExam Core found on the Actual Test?
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Pass the OS
Hello i pass the A+ OS part with score of 620 and now i am certified as A+. how will i get A+ showup on my post next to my name. what next exam i should go for any ideas please. egal
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FAILED OS
HELLO today i failed my os exam i feel bad. i dont know it was hard though cauz i got the hardest question not sure. if i can put my question i can and if someone can help me with it.
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Will I pass?
Ok, I have crammed and crammed for 3 weeks now, and have had experiance as a computer user my whole life. Any practice test I take I score 80% or higher, some around 90%, some at even 100%. My fear is that the actual test will be WAY HARDER than all these practice exams, and kill me and fail me. Is the real exam along the…
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Taking A+ core hardware in a few weeks need help
Goning to take the A+ test in a few weeks and was wondering what format the questions come in. Is the A+ computer based and the OS a written exam?
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Laser printer movie?
does anyone have a link where i can see an animated movie of the laser printer printing at all?
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Misplaced questions on exams
Hi All, Ive just been doing some practice exams from the Transcender system for A+ Core Hardware 220-301 and i noticed a few questions in there that were clearly operating system questions and they shouldnt have been in there im pretty sure, heres a good example....... On a windows 2003 computer, what switch can you place…
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Great info for A+
I've recently stumbled upon this website and would like to share it; don't know whether it had been posted or not. http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/
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Passed A+ Hardware
I'd just like to thank the people at techexams for their help......i found this site extremely useful, keep up the good work!
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PASSED A+ core hardware and sofware exam yesterday
Hey guys, i passed A+ hardware and software exam yesterday. got 691 in hardware and 701 in software. :)
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Just Found this site Thursday.
Hi all Just found this site and I like it. Thank's for the tip on I/O Address. I'm having troubles focusing on A+ core studies though, The school I'm attending has me running ragged. I've compleated core hardware and OS corses, and now Monday I start Net+ classes. How can I keep my thoughts strait.
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Is there any need for A+ Certification?
Is it neccesary to study A+ certification when you already have a Degree in Computer Science .Guys i need your advice :
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A+ Core Hardware
Yo son... I just pazzed da A+ core hardware like 20 minz. ago... My advice 2 all da future test-takerz iz 2 study up on cable-lengths, configuration of I.D.E. devices, etc... KNOW YOUR RAM SPECS!!! (trust me) KNOW YOUR BASIC NETWORKING (can you hear me know??? "foo?") $$$***AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST...KNOW YOUR PRINTERS***$$$…
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Just Starting A +
Hello All. I am just starting my A+ and after browsing this site I am sure this will be the first of many posts. Congratulations to everyone who has passed recently and good luck to everyone taking the exam soon. :D
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Passed my A+ core
Hi guyz. I just had my A+ core exam 2day and guess what i passed with a 724. Thats not too bad isint it. Thanks 2 everyone in the forum, u all have been more than useful. Doff my hat 4 the moderator, u are doing a god job, more power 2 ur elbow. Hope 2 take the OS by the end of the month. Wish me Good luck guys, just like…
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Depression (failed the OS, yesterday)
I need to address all of those who have failed the an A+ exam. What kind of feeling did you have afterwares and how did you deal with it for the rest of that day you took the exam? I felt dumb as hell, afterwares because I am going to school for the A+, I have enrolled in a 4 week course and for the first three weeks we…
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A + core and A + OS
Is it 2 different test which u have to take in different exams/ day like u have to pay twice because its 2 different test, or its 1 whole test. and how much does it cost?? (for both)
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Finding A+ Difficult
I have found A+ very difficult i dont know if its just that exam on the day but i have failed twice and some of the questions are ridiculious i have a good knowledge of comps i am very unahappy with the costs of sitting an exam gets even more expensive every few months anyone gimme any tips on what i am doing wrong i have…
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A+ Core
Hi Guys, its nice to hear the nice sucess stories of those who have sat for the A+ and passed. And for those who havent passed yet, I'd suggest more power to their elbow. Winners never quit and quitters never win. Go ahead and give oit a trial again, onece u have succeded, it never matters again how many times u had to sit…
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OS test bed suggestions
What does everyone think would be a good test bed set-up for the A+ OS exam?
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Is A+ Changing?
I know I already made a post about this but it died for a while and I saw that someone recently said it is changing. So is it changing or not? And if so when? I just started studying for it. Thanks!
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Passed OS today and am now A+ Certified............
I didn't take all the time I should have to prepare, but I got the job done. I was amazed at how many questions there where in refrence to Win 9X considering that many people here said that their tests concentrated on more NT/2000/XP scenarios. Of course there were many questions on NT/2000/XP, but there was definitely…
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Finally A+ certified
Passed the core exam last Thurs and passed the OS this past Monday. The funny thing is, i got the same exact score on both tests - 655. Is that uncommon?
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Pass My A+ core hardware Part. Today
i passed my A+ core hardware part today . with 760 Score is that good i still feel bad because its out of 900 i lost 140 points. egal
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Can someone copy and paste the objectives
I logon onto the comptia but it will not let me in. Thanks
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Thoughts on OS
Passed the OS exam today with a 550. Not a score I'm proud of but a pass is all that matters. Way too many Windows 98/ME questions in my opinion. Definately felt the OS was harder than the hardware portion. Some questions seemed ambiguous with several correct answers, but as always you should select the BEST answer. Now if…
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ecp /epp
HI giyz, pls can someone tell me which one is the fastest off the parrallel port technology, ecp or epp, and which one has the highest throughput. Thanks for ur help so far guyz!
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Pretest
I want to become A+ cert in hardware. I think I know a fair amount. But i'd like to be poitned to a pretest. That would tell me my strenths and my weaknesses so I can work on them. Free is best.
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I passed the A+ OS!
I passed the A+ OS with a 730! Thanks to the designers of this site for all of the great study material.
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A+ Learning games
any one know of any certification learning games, Like for the certification study is there any kind of game style simulation out that teaches through the process of certifacation games, like match the correct OS, with it's minium requirement, or Pin the tell on the file extention, or raceing protocols, u know something of…
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What is a good A+ Core Hardware Score?
I took the A+ core Hardware exam which had alot of good questions, but some were very wierd. I won't mention them but on more than a few questions I seriously could have gone fifty-fifty. But hey, I guess thats life. I recieved a 642 out of 900, and I feel really bad because I felt that I knew every single question on my…
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Passed on Friday!
Wow! Passed the OS exam this past friday, what a way to start a vacation. My advice is to take your time in the exam. I blazed through the test in 20 minutes and only got a 613. I'm sure there were a ton of questions I got wrong because I just glanced over the answers and picked what I thought was right. The content wasn't…
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New
Hello i'm 16 years old and looking to become a A+ cert in hardware, os, and networking, mainly hardware first. I've built my own comptuer from top to bottom and have a real passion for computers. I think as I get older (college age) i'd like to take coures in computer sci and such. I was wondering on the costs, and so on…
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On-Request Online QandA
A+ OS is supposed to focus on the software aspect of controlling hardware, right? So whats the deal with all the questions about OSI layers? Isn't that supposed to be a Net+ area? Anyways, anyone have a rundown on what exactly to focus on? Im using a Prentice Hall book at the moment... I don't have the book on me at the…
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Taking A+ OS Exam first and only this one.
Hi there, I would like to get into the field of networking and so I have decided to take up the A+ OS technologies exam as this covers the basics of networking and real basics that one should be aware of . Once I complete this exam will get any completion certificate or transcript as I do not intend to go for the Hardware…
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Started A+ this week...
...and I had no idea how LITTLE I knew about computer hardware!!! I have a networking degree (AAS), and we had to take hardware classes for it, but we never learned 1/8 of the stuff that's on the A+ tests... Anybody have any suggestions? I have SO much material, I'm not sure what to concentrate on, other than IRQ's, CPU's,…
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A+ exam details
Hi Friends, I've been studying for the a+ and i'm sure i've studied enough to give it my first trial. Pls guys and gals, i need informations as to how to enter for and sit for the A+ exam. How much does it cost and can i enter for the exam as an individual or i need to go through a school or college. I'm based in the u.k…
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I take my A+ OS tomorrow. Please wish me luck.
Well, off I go. Say a prayer for me, if you'd be so kind.
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N+
: Hi everyone, guess u r all cool!. I'm just anout writting the A+ exam and at least i'm averagely confident that i would pass it!. I want to proceed to the N+ and would just like to know if it will be possible to do that by home study and how long do u think its gonna take me for preparing 4 the exam. Thank you :)
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Core Hardware Exam
Wow, this exam did not put up much of a fight. Sat for the exam today and was out within 30 mins... 615... a pass is a pass... Definately felt deja vu on the networking questions... which were my strongest objectives after N+ and CCNA... And does anyone really use coax in their networks anymore? The testing facility was…