Cabling


Book Description

Develop the skills you need to design and build a reliable, cost-effective cabling infrastructure Fully updated for the growing demand of fiber optics for large-scale communications networks and telecommunication standards, this new edition is organized into two parts. Part I covers LAN Networks and Cabling Systems offers comprehensive coverage on current cabling methodologies and is updated to the latest industry standards. Part II addresses Fiber-Optic Cabling and Components probes deeper into fiber optics, and can be used to prepare for the Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) and/or Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certifications, two of the Electronic Technician's Association's leading certifications. Explains why cutting corners is a bad idea Walks you through the obstacles to high-speed data transfer Encourages you to follow the golden rules of cabling This new edition is the only book you need for current cabling methodologies and standards.




CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide 7/E Exam 220-701&702 (ENHANCED EBOOK)


Book Description

Work through key exercises for the latest release of the CompTIA A+ certification exam with help from 12 certcam videos! Reviewed and authorized by CompTIA's CAQC program, this is the most exam-focused CompTIA A+ certification training and self-assessment study system available for the new CompTIA A+ exams. The book features step-by-step exercises, chapter self-tests, and in-depth explanations. It includes four complete practice exams, a full-color photographic insert, lab questions, and a free segment of LearnKey's A+ video training. Plus, this enhanced e-book offers 12 certcam videos showing exactly how to do key exercises within the book.




Networking Bible


Book Description

Everything you need to set up and maintain large or small networks Barrie Sosinsky Networking Bible Create a secure network for home or enterprise Learn basic building blocks and standards Set up for broadcasting, streaming, and more The book you need to succeed! Your A-Z guide to networking essentials Whether you're setting up a global infrastructure or just networking two computers at home, understanding of every part of the process is crucial to the ultimate success of your system. This comprehensive book is your complete, step-by-step guide to networking from different architectures and hardware to security, diagnostics, Web services, and much more. Packed with practical, professional techniques and the very latest information, this is the go-to resource you need to succeed. Demystify the basics: network stacks, bus architectures, mapping, and bandwidth Get up to speed on servers, interfaces, routers, and other necessary hardware Explore LANs, WANs, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, and other types of networks Set up domains, directory services, file services, caching, and mail protocols Enable broadcasting, multicasting, and streaming media Deploy VPNs, firewalls, encryption, and other security methods Perform diagnostics and troubleshoot your systems




CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Eighth Edition (Exams 220-801 & 220-802)


Book Description

The best fully integrated study system available for CompTIA A+ exams 220-801 & 220-802 With hundreds of practice questions and hands-on exercises, CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Eighth Edition covers what you need to know—and shows you how to prepare—for these challenging exams. McGraw-Hill is a Gold-Level CompTIA Authorized Partner offering Authorized CompTIA Approved Quality Content. 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for the exams Exam Readiness Checklist—you’re ready for the exams when all objectives on the list are checked off Exam Watch notes call attention to information about, and potential pitfalls in, the exams Two-Minute Drills for quick review at the end of every chapter Simulated exam questions match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the multiple-choice exam questions Covers all the exam topics, including: Operational Procedures • Operating System Fundamentals • Motherboards and Processors • Storage, Memory, and Adapters • Power Supplies, Display Devices, and Peripherals • Installing and Upgrading PC Components • Installing and Configuring Laptops • Client-Side Virtualization • Upgrading, Installing, and Configuring Windows • Disk and File Management • Troubleshooting, Repair, and Maintenance of PCs • Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance for Laptops • Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance for Windows • Network Basics • Installing a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) Network • Troubleshooting Networks • Computer Security Fundamentals • Implementing Digital Security • Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Clients • Supporting Mobile Devices • Using and Supporting Printers Electronic content includes: Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring: Two practice exams; Detailed answers with explanations; Score Report performance assessment tool CertCam video clips from the authors Glossary with key terms MasterSim interactive labs One segment of LearnKey video training With free online registration: Bonus—two downloadable MasterExam practice tests Downloadable Adobe Digital Editions e-book for studying on the go




CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition (Exam 220-701 & 220-702)


Book Description

The Best Fully Integrated Study System Available EXAMS 220-701 & 220-702 With hundreds of practice questions and hands-on exercises, CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition covers what you need to know--and shows you how to prepare--for these challenging exams. 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for CompTIA A+ Exams 220-701 & 220-702 Exam Readiness Checklist at the front of the book--you're ready for the exams when all objectives on the list are checked off Exam Watch notes call attention to information about, and potential pitfalls in, the exams Two-Minute Drills for quick review at the end of every chapter Simulated exam questions match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the real exams Covers all the exam topics, including: Motherboards and Processers Memory, Storage, and Adapters Power Supplies, Cooling Systems, Display Devices, Cables and Connectors, and Input/Output Installing and Upgrading PC Components Troubleshooting, Repair, and Maintenance of PCs Installing, Configuring, and Optimizing Laptops Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance for Laptops; Operating System Fundamentals Installing, Configuring, and Upgrading Operating Systems Disk and File Management Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance for Windows Using and Supporting Printers Network Basics Installing a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) Network Troubleshooting Networks Computer Security Fundamentals Implementing and Troubleshooting Security Operational Procedure CD-ROM includes: Complete Master Exam practice testing engine, featuring: Two full practice exams; Detailed answers with explanations; and Score Report performance assessment tool CertCam video training Electronic book for studying on the go With free online registration: Two Bonus downloadable MasterExam practice tests Jane Holcombe, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, MCSE, CompTIA CTT+, has been an independent trainer, consultant, and course content author since 1984. Charles Holcombe has been an independent trainer and consultant for 30 years and has developed and delivered many training courses. He is the coauthor, with Jane Holcombe, of Survey of Operating Systems, Second Edition and several other books.




CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Ninth Edition (Exams 220-901 & 220-902)


Book Description

Fully revised for new 900 series exam objectives--more than 400 practice exam questions! Written by a leading expert on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this self-study book has been thoroughly updated to cover 100% of the exam objectives on the 2015 CompTIA A+ exams. New topics include managing and maintaining cellular devices, including tablets; configuring operating systems, including Windows 8, Android, and iOS; and enhanced, mobile-centered security and troubleshooting procedures. CompTIA A+® Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Ninth Edition (Exams 220-901 & 220-902) enables you to take the tests with complete confidence. It also serves as a practical reference for IT support and technical personnel. Electronic content includes two full practice exams with more than 400 accurate practice questions, training videos from the author, and a complete PDF copy of the book. • Complete coverage of CompTIA exams 220-901 and 220-902 • Electronic content includes 400+ practice questions, video training, and a PDF of the book • Includes a coupon for 10% off of the exam fee, a $37 value




CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Tenth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002)


Book Description

A highly effective study system for the CompTIA A+ exams—fully updated for the 2019 versions of the examsWith hundreds of accurate practice questions and hands-on exercises, CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, Tenth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002) teaches you what you need to know―and shows you how to prepare―for these challenging exams. This bestselling self-study guide has been fully revised to offer 100% coverage of all current objectives for both exams. This integrated study system is based on proven methodology. Step-by-step exercises, end-of-chapter self-tests, and “Exam Watch” and “Inside the Exam” sections reinforce salient points and aid in retention. This up-to-date edition features new or expanded coverage of mobile devices; configuring operating systems, including Windows 10, Linux, Android, and iOS; and enhanced security and troubleshooting procedures.•Online content includes 400 practice questions, video tutorials, and unlimited access to a PDF copy of the book•Contains a coupon for 10% off of the exam fee—a $42 value•Written by a pair of PC trainers and experienced authors




Computational Collective Intelligence. Technologies and Applications


Book Description

This volume composes the proceedings of the Second International Conference on Computational Collective Intelligence––Technologies and Applications (ICCCI 2010), which was hosted by National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences and Wroclaw University of Technology, and was held in Kaohsiung City on November 10-12, 2010. ICCCI 2010 was technically co-sponsored by Shenzhen Graduate School of Harbin Institute of Technology, the Tainan Chapter of the IEEE Signal Processing Society, the Taiwan Association for Web Intelligence Consortium and the Taiwanese Association for Consumer Electronics. It aimed to bring together researchers, engineers and po- cymakers to discuss the related techniques, to exchange research ideas, and to make friends. ICCCI 2010 focused on the following themes: • Agent Theory and Application • Cognitive Modeling of Agent Systems • Computational Collective Intelligence • Computer Vision • Computational Intelligence • Hybrid Systems • Intelligent Image Processing • Information Hiding • Machine Learning • Social Networks • Web Intelligence and Interaction Around 500 papers were submitted to ICCCI 2010 and each paper was reviewed by at least two referees. The referees were from universities and industrial organizations. 155 papers were accepted for the final technical program. Four plenary talks were kindly offered by: Gary G. Yen (Oklahoma State University, USA), on “Population Control in Evolutionary Multi-objective Optimization Algorithm,” Chin-Chen Chang (Feng Chia University, Taiwan), on “Applying De-clustering Concept to Information Hiding,” Qinyu Zhang (Harbin Institute of Technology, China), on “Cognitive Radio Networks and Its Applications,” and Lakhmi C.




Wireless Networking Technology


Book Description

As the demand for higher bandwidth has lead to the development of increasingly complex wireless technologies, an understanding of both wireless networking technologies and radio frequency (RF) principles is essential for implementing high performance and cost effective wireless networks.Wireless Networking Technology clearly explains the latest wireless technologies, covering all scales of wireless networking from personal (PAN) through local area (LAN) to metropolitan (MAN). Building on a comprehensive review of the underlying technologies, this practical guide contains 'how to' implementation information, including a case study that looks at the specific requirements for a voice over wireless LAN application. This invaluable resource will give engineers and managers all the necessary knowledge to design, implement and operate high performance wireless networks.· Explore in detail wireless networking technologies and understand the concepts behind RF propagation.· Gain the knowledge and skills required to install, use and troubleshoot wireless networks.· Learn how to address the problems involved in implementing a wireless network, including the impact of signal propagation on operating range, equipment inter-operability problems and many more.· Maximise the efficiency and security of your wireless network.