Alpern / Muller IT Career JumpStart

An Introduction to PC Hardware, Software, and Networking
1. Auflage 2011
ISBN: 978-1-118-23299-6
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 368 Seiten, E-Book

A practical approach for anyone looking to enter the ITworkforce
Before candidates can begin to prepare for any kind ofcertification, they need a basic understanding of the varioushardware and software components used in a computer network. Aimedat aspiring IT professionals, this invaluable book strips down anetwork to its bare basics, and discusses this complex topic in aclear and concise manner so that IT beginners can confidently gainan understanding of fundamental IT concepts. In addition, a baseknowledge has been established so that more advanced topics andtechnologies can be learned over time.
* Includes a discussion of the key computer components, such asthe processor and memory
* Covers the basics of data storage as well as the input/outputprocess
* Zeroes in on basic hardware configuration including how toinstall hardware and software drivers
* Introduces various computer operating systems, including theWindows OS family, Linux, and Mac.
* Looks at basic networking concepts and design
IT Career JumpStart is an ideal starting point for anyonelooking for a career in IT but doesn't know where to start.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Alpern, Naomi J.

Alpern, Joey

Muller, Randy

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction xxiii
Chapter 1 The Computer's Brain: Processors and Memory 1
Chapter 2 Storing Your Files: Data Storage 27
Chapter 3 Data Movement: Input/Output Devices 55
Chapter 4 Hardware Configuration 79
Chapter 5 Desktop Operating Systems: A Comparison 91
Chapter 6 Command Shell 101: Basics Every Administrator ShouldKnow 105
Chapter 7 Graphical Interface: Windows 7 Basics 131
Chapter 8 A Communications Framework 161
Chapter 9 Network Models 179
Chapter 10 Data-Link and Network Layer Protocols 191
Chapter 11 Network Operating Systems: A Comparison 211
Chapter 12 Windows Server 2008 R2 Origins and Platforms 221
Chapter 13 Windows Server 2008/2008 R2 Active Directory DomainServices 235
Chapter 14 Account Management 253
Chapter 15 File and Print Management 269
Appendix A Review Question Answers 295
Appendix B Common Acronyms 305
Glossary 311
Index 325

Über Autor(innen)

Naomi J. Alpern, A+, Network+ MCSE, MCT, currently works forMicrosoft Consulting Services as a Senior Consultant specializingin Unified Communications and IT architecture and planning.
Joey Alpern currently works as an independent consultantspecializing in web development and database componentintegration.
Randy Muller, MCT, MCSE, MCITP, is an independent trainerand author specializing in Unified Communications, Office 365, andIT security.