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CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ FC0-U61 Cert Guide ,1st edition::9780135258880

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Mark Soper
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    CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ FC0-U61 Cert Guide ,1st edition

    Published 2019

    Language: English

    This is the eBook version of the print title. Note that the eBook does not provide access to the practice test software that accompanies the print book.


    Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61 exam success with this CompTIA Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning.

    • Master CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61 exam topics
    • Assess your knowledge with practice questions
    • Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks
    • Practice with realistic exam questions
    • Get practical guidance for next steps and more advanced certifications


    CompTIA IT Fundamentals Cert Guide is a best-of-breed exam study guide. Leading IT certification expert Mark Edward Soper shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.


    The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan.


    Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will allow you to succeed on the exam the first time.


    The CompTIA study guide helps you master all the topics on the IT Fundamentals exam, including:


    • IT concepts and terminology, including data types, input, processing, output, storage, the value of data and information, and basic troubleshooting methods
    • Infrastructure, including I/O hardware, peripheral setup/installation, internal computer components, Internet service types, storage types, computing devices, and networking
    • Applications and software, including software management, operating system components, software types and uses, application architecture and delivery models, web browser configuration, application concepts, and best practices
    • Software development concepts, including types of programming languages, programming organization techniques and logic, and basic programming concepts
    • Database concepts, purposes, structures, and interfaces
    • Security issues, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability; device security; behavioral security; authentication and authorization; password best practices; encryption; and business continuity concepts


    Introduction xiii
    Chapter 1 Welcome to CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ 3
        Domain 1.0—IT Concepts and Terminology 5
        Domain 2.0—Infrastructure 5
        Domain 3.0—Applications and Software 6
        Domain 4.0—Software Development Concepts 6
        Domain 5.0—Database Fundamentals 7
        Domain 6.0—Security 7
        Hardware, Equipment, and Tools 8
        Software 9
    Part 1: Domain 1.0 – IT Concepts and Terminology
    Chapter 2 How Computers Store Data: Notational Systems 13
        Foundation Topics 13
        Binary 13
        Hexadecimal 14
        Decimal 17
        Data Representation 18
        Exam Preparation Tasks 21
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.1 22
        Your Next Steps 25
    Chapter 3 Compare and Contrast Fundamental Data Types and Their Characteristics 27
        Foundation Topics 27
        Char 27
        Strings 27
        Numbers 28
        Boolean 30
        Exam Preparation Topics 32
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.2 32
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 35
    Chapter 4 Input, Output, and More: The Basics of Computing and Processing 37
        Foundation Topics 37
        Input 37
        Processing 39
        Output 41
        Storage 43
        Exam Preparation Tasks 43
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.3 44
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 48
    Chapter 5 Explain the Value of Data and Information 51
        Foundation Topics 51
        Data and Information as Assets 51
        Importance of Investing in Security 51
        Relationship of Data to Creating Information 52
        Intellectual Property 54
        Digital Products 58
        Data-Driven Business Decisions 58
        Exam Preparation Tasks 60
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.4 61
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 65
    Chapter 6 Common Units of Measure: Storage, Throughput, and Speed 67
        Foundation Topics 67
        Storage Units 67
        Capacity Comparison 71
        Throughput Unit 73
        Processing Speed 75
        Exam Preparation Tasks 77
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.5 78
        Your Next Steps 83
    Chapter 7 Explain the Troubleshooting Methodology 85
        Foundation Topics 85
        Identify the Problem 85
        Research Knowledge Base/Internet, If Applicable 99
        Establish a Theory of Probable Cause 100
        Test the Theory to Determine the Cause 102
        Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Identify Potential Effects 104
        Implement the Solution or Escalate as Necessary 105
        Verify Full System Functionality and, If Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures 105
        Document Findings/Lessons Learned, Actions, and Outcomes 107
        Exam Preparation Tasks 108
        Practice Questions for Objective 1.6 109
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 113
    Part 2: Domain 2.0 – Infrastructure
    Chapter 8 I/O: Input/Output Device Interfaces 115
        Foundation Topics 115
        Networking 115
        Peripheral Devices 121
        Graphic Device 131
        Exam Preparation Topics 135
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.1 136
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 140
    Chapter 9 Connecting and Configuring Peripherals 143
        Foundation Topics 143
        Devices 143
        Installation Types 161
        Exam Preparation Tasks 164
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.2 165
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 169
    Chapter 10 Explain the Purpose of Common Internal Computer Components 171
        Foundation Topics 171
        Motherboard/System Board 171
        Firmware/BIOS 175
        RAM 177
        CPU 179
        GPU 186
        Storage 188
        Cooling 190
        NIC 193
        Exam Preparation Tasks 196
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.3 197
        Your Next Steps 201
    Chapter 11 Internet Service Types 203
        Foundation Topics 203
        Fiber Optic 203
        Cable 205
        DSL 209
        Wireless 210
        Comparing Internet Services 213
        Exam Preparation Tasks 214
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.4 215
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 219
    Chapter 12 Compare and Contrast Storage Types 221
        Foundation Topics 221
        Volatile vs. Nonvolatile 221
        Local Storage Types 221
        Local Network Storage Types 238
        Cloud Storage Service 242
        Exam Preparation Topics 245
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.5 245
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 247
    Chapter 13 Compare and Contrast Common Computing Devices and Their Purposes 249
        Foundation Topics 249
        Mobile Phones 249
        Tablets 250
        Laptops 251
        Workstations 252
        Servers 253
        Gaming Consoles 256
        IoT 258
        Exam Preparation Tasks 266
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.6 268
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 271
    Chapter 14 Explain Basic Networking Concepts 273
        Foundation Topics 273
        Basics of Network Communication 273
        Basics of Packet Transmission 273
        Device Addresses 276
        Basic Protocols 280
        Devices 284
        Exam Preparation Tasks 287
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.7 288
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 293
    Chapter 15 Given a Scenario, Install, Configure, and Secure a Basic Wireless Network 295
        Foundation Topics 295
        802.11a/b/g/n/ac 295
        Best Practices 304
        Exam Preparation Topics 310
        Practice Questions for Objective 2.8 311
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 316
    Part 3: Domain 3.0 – Applications and Software
    Chapter 16 Explain the Purpose of Operating Systems 319
        Foundation Topics 319
        Interface Between Applications and Hardware 319
        Disk Management 319
        Process Management/Scheduling 322
        Application Management 324
        Memory Management 330
        Windows 331
        macOS 332
        Linux 332
        Device Management 333
        Access Control/Protection 335
        Types of OS 336
        Exam Preparation Tasks 344
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.1 345
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 349
    Chapter 17 Operating Systems 101: Features, Processes, UI, and Management 351
        Foundation Topics 351
        Features 355
        File Management 366
        Services 374
        Processes 377
        Drivers 381
        Utilities 384
        Interfaces 387
        Exam Preparation Tasks 389
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.2 391
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 395
    Chapter 18 Purpose and Proper Use of Software 397
        Foundation Topics 397
        Productivity Software 397
        Collaboration Software 403
        Business Software 406
        Exam Preparation Topics 410
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.3 410
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 415
    Chapter 19 Getting Apps From Source to Your Device 417
        Foundation Topics 417
        Application Delivery Methods 417
        Application Architecture Models 419
        Exam Preparation Tasks 421
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.4 422
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 424
    Chapter 20 Configuring and Using Web Browsers 427
        Foundation Topics 427
        Caching/Clearing Cache 427
        Deactivate Client-Side Scripting 429
        Browser Add-Ons/Extensions 430
        Private Browsing 433
        Proxy Settings 434
        Certificates 436
        Popup Blockers 439
        Script Blockers 440
        Compatible Browser for Application(s) 440
        Exam Preparation Tasks 441
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.5 442
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 447
    Chapter 21 Compare and Contrast General Application Concepts and Uses 449
        Foundation Topics 449
        Single-Platform Software 449
        Cross-Platform Software 449
        Licensing 454
        Software Installation Best Practices 458
        Exam Preparation Topics 467
        Practice Questions for Objective 3.6 468
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 472
    Part 4: Domain 4.0 – Software Development Concepts
    Chapter 22 Compare and Contrast Programming Language Categories 475
        Foundation Topics 475
        Interpreted 475
        Compiled Programming Languages 483
        Query Languages 486
        Assembly Language 487
        Exam Preparation Tasks 489
        Practice Questions for Objective 4.1 490
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 494
    Chapter 23 Using Programming Organizational Techniques and Interpret Logic 497
        Foundation Topics 497
        Organizational Techniques 497
        Logic Components 501
        Exam Preparation Tasks 505
        Practice Questions for Objective 4.2 506
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 508
    Chapter 24 Explain the Purpose and Use of Programming Concepts 511
        Foundation Topics 511
        Identifiers 511
        Containers 512
        Functions 512
        Objects 513
        Exam Preparation Tasks 514
        Practice Questions for Objective 4.3 515
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 518
    Part 5: Domain 5.0 – Database Fundamentals
    Chapter 25 Explain Database Concepts and the Purpose of a Database 521
        Foundation Topics 521
        Usage of Database 521
        Flat File vs. Database 528
        Records 531
        Storage 532
        Exam Preparation Tasks 534
        Practice Questions for Objective 5.1 535
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 539
    Chapter 26 Compare and Contrast Various Database Structures 541
        Foundation Topics 541
        Structured vs. Semi-Structured vs. Nonstructured 541
        Relational Databases 545
        Nonrelational Databases 547
        Exam Preparation Tasks 549
        Practice Questions for Objective 5.2 550
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 553
    Chapter 27 Summarize Methods Used to Interface with Databases 555
        Foundational Topics 555
        Relational Methods 555
        Database Access Methods 561
        Export/Import 563
        Exam Preparation Tasks 568
        Practice Questions for Objective 5.3 569
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 573
    Part 6: Domain 6.0 – Security
    Chapter 28 Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Concerns 575
        Foundation Topics 575
        Confidentiality Concerns 575
        Integrity Concerns 579
        Availability Concerns 581
        Exam Preparation Tasks 584
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.1 585
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 589
    Chapter 29 Device Security Best Practices 591
        Foundation Topics 591
        Securing Devices (Mobile/Workstation) 591
        Device Use Best Practices 602
        Exam Preparation Tasks 608
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.2 609
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 613
    Chapter 30 Summarize Behavioral Security Concepts 615
        Foundation Topics 615
        Expectations of Privacy When Using… 615
        Written Policies and Procedures 630
        Handling of Confidential Information 631
        Exam Preparation Tasks 633
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.3 634
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 637
    Chapter 31 Compare and Contrast Authentication, Authorization, Accounting, and Nonrepudiation Concepts 639
        Foundation Topics 639
        Authentication 639
        Authorization 645
        Accounting 650
        Nonrepudiation 655
        Exam Preparation Tasks 656
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.4 658
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 662
    Chapter 32 Explain Password Best Practices 665
        Foundation Topics 665
        Password Length 665
        Password Complexity 665
        Password History 668
        Password Expiration 669
        Password Reuse Across Sites 672
        Password Reset Process 673
        Exam Preparation Tasks 676
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.5 677
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 682
    Chapter 33 Explain Common Uses of Encryption 685
        Foundation Topics 685
        Plain Text vs. Cipher Text 685
        Data at Rest 686
        Data in Transit 694
        Exam Preparation Tasks 697
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.6 698
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 702
    Chapter 34 Explain Business Continuity Concepts 705
        Foundation Topics 705
        Fault Tolerance 705
        Disaster Recovery 717
        Exam Preparation Tasks 719
        Practice Questions for Objective 6.7 720
        Your Next Steps (More Certs) 723
    Chapter 35 Final Preparation 725
        Advice About the Exam Event 725
    Appendix A Answers to Practice Questions 735


    Online Elements:
    APPENDIX A Answers to Practice Questions
    APPENDIX B Memory Tables
    APPENDIX C Memory Table Answers
    APPENDIX D Study Planner
    APPENDIX E Content Tracking to IT Fundamentals Domains and Objectives
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