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Here's all the information you need to prepare for the latest A+ certification in one single volume! This study guide provides full, in-depth coverage of both the Core and the DOS/Windows modules. Clearly focused and organized, the material covers all the official CompTIA exam objectives. The CD contains the custom A+ test-prep program that simulates the test-taking environment, and hundreds of questions ensure your understanding of the material presented.
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A+ Complete Study Guide Second Edition
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A+® Complete Study Guide Second Edition
David Groth and Dan Newland with Jarret Buse, Lisa Donald, Joseph Dreissen, Dan Haglund, Robert King, Michelle Roudebush, Charles Strother San Francisco • Paris • Düsseldorf • Soest • London Copyright ©2001SYBEX , Inc., Alameda, CA
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