CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ FC0-U61 Cert Guide

CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ FC0-U61 Cert Guide

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Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. About This E-Book
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Contents at a Glance
  6. Table of Contents
  7. About the Author
  8. Dedication
  9. Acknowledgments
  10. About the Technical Editor
  11. We Want to Hear from You!
  12. Reader Services
  13. Credits
  14. Introduction
    1. Goals and Methods
    2. What’s New in the Exam
    3. Who Should Read This Book?
    4. Strategies for Exam Preparation
    5. Book Features and Exam Preparation Methods
    6. Companion Website
    7. Pearson Test Prep Practice Test Software and Questions
  15. Chapter 1 Welcome to CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
    1. Domain 1.0—IT Concepts and Terminology
    2. Domain 2.0—Infrastructure
    3. Domain 3.0—Applications and Software
    4. Domain 4.0—Software Development Concepts
    5. Domain 5.0—Database Fundamentals
    6. Domain 6.0—Security
    7. Hardware, Equipment, and Tools
    8. Software
  16. Part 1: Domain 1.0 – IT Concepts and Terminology
    1. Chapter 2 How Computers Store Data: Notational Systems
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Binary
      3. Hexadecimal
      4. Decimal
      5. Data Representation
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Practice Questions for Objective 1.1
      8. Your Next Steps
    2. Chapter 3 Compare and Contrast Fundamental Data Types and Their Characteristics
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Char
      3. Strings
      4. Numbers
      5. Boolean
      6. Exam Preparation Topics
      7. Review Topics
      8. Define Key Terms
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 1.2
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 4 Input, Output, and More: The Basics of Computing and Processing
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Input
      3. Processing
      4. Output
      5. Storage
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Practice Questions for Objective 1.3
      8. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    4. Chapter 5 Explain the Value of Data and Information
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Data and Information as Assets
      3. Importance of Investing in Security
      4. Relationship of Data to Creating Information
      5. Intellectual Property
      6. Digital Products
      7. Data-Driven Business Decisions
      8. Exam Preparation Tasks
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 1.4
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    5. Chapter 6 Common Units of Measure: Storage, Throughput, and Speed
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Storage Units
      3. Throughput Unit
      4. Processing Speed
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 1.5
      7. Your Next Steps
    6. Chapter 7 Explain the Troubleshooting Methodology
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Identify the Problem
      3. Research Knowledge Base/Internet, If Applicable
      4. Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
      5. Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
      6. Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Identify Potential Effects
      7. Implement the Solution or Escalate as Necessary
      8. Verify Full System Functionality and, If Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures
      9. Document Findings/Lessons Learned, Actions, and Outcomes
      10. Exam Preparation Tasks
      11. Practice Questions for Objective 1.6
      12. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
  17. Part 2: Domain 2.0 – Infrastructure
    1. Chapter 8 I/O: Input/Output Device Interfaces
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Networking
      3. Peripheral Devices
      4. Graphic Device
      5. Exam Preparation Topics
      6. Review Topics
      7. Define Key Terms
      8. Practice Questions for Objective 2.1
      9. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    2. Chapter 9 Connecting and Configuring Peripherals
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Devices
      3. Installation Types
      4. Exam Preparation Tasks
      5. Practice Questions for Objective 2.2
      6. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 10 Explain the Purpose of Common Internal Computer Components
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Motherboard/System Board
      3. Firmware/BIOS
      4. RAM
      5. CPU
      6. GPU
      7. Storage
      8. Cooling
      9. NIC
      10. Exam Preparation Tasks
      11. Practice Questions for Objective 2.3
      12. Your Next Steps
    4. Chapter 11 Internet Service Types
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Fiber Optic
      3. Cable
      4. DSL
      5. Wireless
      6. Comparing Internet Services
      7. Exam Preparation Tasks
      8. Practice Questions for Objective 2.4
      9. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    5. Chapter 12 Compare and Contrast Storage Types
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Volatile vs. Nonvolatile
      3. Local Storage Types
      4. Local Network Storage Types
      5. Cloud Storage Service
      6. Exam Preparation Topics
      7. Review Topics
      8. Define Key Terms
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 2.5
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    6. Chapter 13 Compare and Contrast Common Computing Devices and Their Purposes
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Mobile Phones
      3. Tablets
      4. Laptops
      5. Workstations
      6. Servers
      7. Gaming Consoles
      8. IoT
      9. Exam Preparation Tasks
      10. Practice Questions for Objective 2.6
      11. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    7. Chapter 14 Explain Basic Networking Concepts
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Basics of Network Communication
      3. Device Addresses
      4. Basic Protocols
      5. Devices
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Practice Questions for Objective 2.7
      8. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    8. Chapter 15 Given a Scenario, Install, Configure, and Secure a Basic Wireless Network
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
      3. Best Practices
      4. Exam Preparation Topics
      5. Review Topics
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 2.8
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
  18. Part 3: Domain 3.0 – Applications and Software
    1. Chapter 16 Explain the Purpose of Operating Systems
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Interface Between Applications and Hardware
      3. Disk Management
      4. Process Management/Scheduling
      5. Application Management
      6. Memory Management
      7. Device Management
      8. Access Control/Protection
      9. Types of Operating Systems (OSs)
      10. Exam Preparation Tasks
      11. Practice Questions for Objective 3.1
      12. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    2. Chapter 17 Operating Systems 101: Features, Processes, UI, and Management
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. File Systems and Features
      3. Features
      4. File Management
      5. Services
      6. Processes
      7. Drivers
      8. Utilities
      9. Interfaces
      10. Exam Preparation Tasks
      11. Practice Questions for Objective 3.2
      12. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 18 Purpose and Proper Use of Software
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Productivity Software
      3. Collaboration Software
      4. Business Software
      5. Exam Preparation Topics
      6. Review Topics
      7. Define Key Terms
      8. Practice Questions for Objective 3.3
      9. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    4. Chapter 19 Getting Apps From Source to Your Device
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Application Delivery Methods
      3. Application Architecture Models
      4. Exam Preparation Tasks
      5. Practice Questions for Objective 3.4
      6. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    5. Chapter 20 Configuring and Using Web Browsers
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Caching/Clearing Cache
      3. Deactivate Client-Side Scripting
      4. Browser Add-Ons/Extensions
      5. Private Browsing
      6. Proxy Settings
      7. Certificates
      8. Popup Blockers
      9. Script Blockers
      10. Compatible Browser for Application(s)
      11. Exam Preparation Tasks
      12. Review All Key Topics
      13. Define Key Terms
      14. Practice Questions for Objective 3.5
      15. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    6. Chapter 21 Compare and Contrast General Application Concepts and Uses
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Single-Platform Software
      3. Cross-Platform Software
      4. Licensing
      5. Software Installation Best Practices
      6. Exam Preparation Topics
      7. Review Topics
      8. Define Key Terms
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 3.6
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
  19. Part 4: Domain 4.0 – Software Development Concepts
    1. Chapter 22 Compare and Contrast Programming Language Categories
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Interpreted
      3. Compiled Programming Languages
      4. Query Languages
      5. Assembly Language
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Review All Key Topics
      8. Define Key Terms
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 4.1
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    2. Chapter 23 Using Programming Organizational Techniques and Interpret Logic
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Organizational Techniques
      3. Logic Components
      4. Exam Preparation Tasks
      5. Review All Key Topics
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 4.2
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 24 Explain the Purpose and Use of Programming Concepts
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Identifiers
      3. Containers
      4. Functions
      5. Objects
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Review All Key Topics
      8. Define Key Terms
      9. Practice Questions for Objective 4.3
      10. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
  20. Part 5: Domain 5.0 – Database Fundamentals
    1. Chapter 25 Explain Database Concepts and the Purpose of a Database
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Usage of Database
      3. Flat File vs. Database
      4. Records
      5. Storage
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Practice Questions for Objective 5.1
      8. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    2. Chapter 26 Compare and Contrast Various Database Structures
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Structured vs. Semi-Structured vs. Nonstructured
      3. Relational Databases
      4. Nonrelational Databases
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 5.2
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 27 Summarize Methods Used to Interface with Databases
      1. Foundational Topics
      2. Relational Methods
      3. Database Access Methods
      4. Export/Import
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 5.3
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
  21. Part 6: Domain 6.0 – Security
    1. Chapter 28 Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Concerns
      1. Foundational Topics
      2. Confidentiality Concerns
      3. Integrity Concerns
      4. Availability Concerns
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 6.1
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    2. Chapter 29 Device Security Best Practices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Securing Devices (Mobile/Workstation)
      3. Device Use Best Practices
      4. Exam Preparation Tasks
      5. Practice Questions for Objective 6.2
      6. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    3. Chapter 30 Summarize Behavioral Security Concepts
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Expectations of Privacy When Using…
      3. Written Policies and Procedures
      4. Handling of Confidential Information
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Practice Questions for Objective 6.3
      7. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    4. Chapter 31 Compare and Contrast Authentication, Authorization, Accounting, and Nonrepudiation Concepts
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Authentication
      3. Authorization
      4. Accounting
      5. Nonrepudiation
      6. Exam Preparation Tasks
      7. Practice Questions for Objective 6.4
      8. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    5. Chapter 32 Explain Password Best Practices
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Password Length
      3. Password Complexity
      4. Password History
      5. Password Expiration
      6. Password Reuse Across Sites
      7. Password Reset Process
      8. Exam Preparation Tasks
      9. Review All Key Topics
      10. Define Key Terms
      11. Practice Questions for Objective 6.5
      12. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    6. Chapter 33 Explain Common Uses of Encryption
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Plain Text vs. Cipher Text
      3. Data at Rest
      4. Data in Transit
      5. Exam Preparation Tasks
      6. Review All Key Topics
      7. Define Key Terms
      8. Practice Questions for Objective 6.6
      9. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    7. Chapter 34 Explain Business Continuity Concepts
      1. Foundation Topics
      2. Fault Tolerance
      3. Disaster Recovery
      4. Exam Preparation Tasks
      5. Practice Questions for Objective 6.7
      6. Your Next Steps (More Certs)
    8. Chapter 35 Final Preparation
      1. Advice About the Exam Event
  22. Appendix A Answers to Practice Questions
  23. Index
  24. Appendix B Memory Tables
  25. Appendix C Memory Table Answers
  26. Appendix D Study Planner
  27. Appendix E Content Tracking to IT Fundamentals Domains and Objectives
  28. Glossary
  29. Code Snippets
  30. Where are the companion content files? - LogIn
  31. Where are the companion content files? - Register

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