A+ certificaiton 1

brandon12 · Jun 5, 2000

Does anyone know how difficult the test is and what is good study material?

MasterRacker · Jun 6, 2000

I found the tests pretty easy, but then I've been working with computers for 24 years.   You need to know the basics of Networking, PC hardware, DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 9x, and a little about how laser printers work. Some good quickstudies  are available at <A HREF="

http://www.cramsession.com"

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http://www.cramsession.com</A>.

You can get more info about the certification program at <A HREF="

http://www.comptia.com"

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http://www.comptia.com</A>.

You can also see other threads about various certification and online training in the "The Corpprate Water Cooler>How to Improve Myself to Get Ahead in My Work" forum. Jeff <a href=mailto: masterracker@hotmail.com> masterracker@hotmail.com</a> <a href= > </a> Of all the things I've lost in life, I miss my mind the most ...

kelt · Jun 8, 2000

You might want to check your MS Certification site.  When I was getting info together for my MCT it was mentioning that the A+ was going to be discontinued.  

Hunter11 · Jul 21, 2000

The A+ test itself is rather easy. But if you want to prepare for the exam, take a look at Brainbench's Exams. The Computer Tech exam is harder than the Comptia exam and it is set to refect what you currently know. It will also give you an idea what you need to study on. For study guides and alike, you can buy the A+ exam guide which covers about 97% of what is covered in the exams. Good computer magazines like PC World, Australian PC Authority, Bit and Bytes, Software Today you will find more them helpful. Places like Learn Key and other online sites can provide other study guides at a price. This site and Tech Republic for example gives you more than alot of people believe. He you can get real life examples of problems and possible solutions to anything that can happen to a computer. For anything else you may need check your local library or even your local computer technician. I am sure they would be only to happy to help. Steven Walker <a href=mailto:strider@paradise.net.nz>strider@paradise.net.nz</a> <a href= > </a> Brainbench MVP Computer Technician

njshade · Jul 28, 2000

This is not meant to be critical...but, WHY would someone with 24 years electronics experience pay to take an exam that will only confirm what they already know.   Some of the tech schools in my area are charging upwards of 4 grand for a course that will, maybe, secure an entry level position.   A+ then MSCE for someone with ABSOLUTELY no prior computer background, that I could understand.

MasterRacker · Jul 31, 2000

njshade, If you already know the material, you only need to take the tests to get certified.  In the case of A+ that's about $90.00. It's not a question of confirming what you know, it's a question of getting something 3rd party and unbiased on your resume that will confirm to someone else what you know.  If you are changing fields to IT or changing direction in the IT field, without documented job experience in the new area, a certification may at least get you an interview.  Once you are in the door you can demonstrate what you know. Jeff <a href=mailto: masterracker@hotmail.com> masterracker@hotmail.com</a> <a href= > </a> Of all the things I've lost in life, I miss my mind the most ...

njshade · Aug 2, 2000

I see your point.  I have also seen A+ certified techs that had problems installing a sys board in a box and MIS heads that couldn' t recognize a serial port.   I am afraid you may be correct about the paper verification process in getting your foot in the door.   Maybe it's time employers slowed down and started looking at experience again rather then what potential employees know "on paper" and there may not be such a major turnover problem.   I personally would be willing to work a week at a  pittance to "show" what I know, under the condition that  I could negotiate a favorable salary upon mutual acceptance of  (our) performance.   Of course, this offer would only apply to viable Employers and as an upward not lateral move on my part.   Regards, Harry <a href=mailto: > </a> <a href= > </a> I have been in the digital electronic field since 1981, 
working as a field tech and most recently as a bench tech, 
and have repaired virtually every type of digital and analog 
equipment. 
I am presently pursuing network certification

MasterRacker · Aug 2, 2000

Harry, I can't argue with you.  I've seen: * people with tons of certs that were helpless in the real world.   * people with college degrees that were helpless in the real world.   * people that are wizards with servers, networks, etc. but can barely write a simple batch file or change fonts in Word. * people who are excellent programmers that can barely change the brightness on their monitors * programmers that can write hardware level communications drivers that could barely figure out how to work the Windows interface ..... The point is that employers never really know what they're getting, especially just from resumes and applications.  A certification is just another tool to get you in the door. Jeff <a href=mailto: masterracker@hotmail.com> masterracker@hotmail.com</a> <a href= > </a> Of all the things I've lost in life, I miss my mind the most ...

njshade · Aug 3, 2000

It just occured to me, Jeff, why I like these forums and other open discourse so much.   It is a means of education as well as a method to re-enforce concepts that have been kicking around my mind for awhile.   For instance, our posts have convinced me that it's time to get this 900 pound gorilla (MS) off my back, and devote even more of my time to learning Linux.   Maybe, just maybe I can get some control back, and get my foot in the door with an OS that stll has it's heart and soul intact. Best Wishes, Harry <a href=mailto: > </a> <a href= > </a> I have been in the digital electronic field since 1981, 
working as a field tech and most recently as a bench tech, 
and have repaired virtually every type of digital and analog 
equipment. 
I am presently pursuing network certification

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