As the industry standard in terms of measuring a technician’s hardware and software knowledge, the CompTIA A+ exam is the most popular entry-level certification, particularly for individuals switching from another career to computers. This kit prepares you for the two-part certification exam by offering valuable information on personal computer components, laptop and portable devices, printers and scanners, networks, and security safety and environment.This boxed contains three books that provides everything you need to prepare for the CompTIA A+ 2006 Certification Exam, including in-depth coverage of all exam objectives, exercises to hone your real-world skills, and a concise review for that last-minute test prep.CompTIA A+(r) Complete Study GuideThis Study Guide provides complete, in-depth coverage of all exam objectives for all four CompTIA A+ exams in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you"re getting the instruction you need Hands-on exercises reinforce critical skills Real-world scenarios put what you"ve learned in the context of actual job roles Challenging review questions prepare you for exam day Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know Includes Eight practice exams on CD: 2 each for A+ Essentials, IT Technician, Remote Support Technician, and Depot TechnicianPC Technician Street Smarts: A Real World Guide to CompTIA A+(r) SkillsKey information and hands-on practice organized around the actual day-to-day tasks and challenges you"ll face in the field as a PC Technician, including installing and maintaining hardware and software, and much more Practice what you"ve learned with challenging real world scenarios Follow step-by-step exercises and get the skills you need in the field Based on specific exam objectives--use this as a lab manual for certification prepCompTIA A+(r) Complete Fast Pass(TM)A concise review tool--and the perfect companion to the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide--focusing on essential information for all four A+ exams Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick review Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know Contains more review questions and practice tools than competing review guides Includes four practice exams on CD plus electronic flashcards and a searchable Glossary of Terms