IT Career JumpStart An Introduction to PC

Targeting those looking for a career in IT, IT Career JumpStart takes readers on a journey of computer networks. Focusing on the basic concepts needed to design and maintain a network, the team of experienced authors approaches each topic as if the reader is brand-new to the field. The book opens with a discussion of the key computer components, including a discussion of the processor and memory. Readers learn about the basics of data storage as well as the input/output process. Next, they will learn about basic hardware configuration including how to install hardware and software driver. Finally Readers introduced to the various computer operating systems, including Windows OS family--including Windows 7 and Server 2008--Linux, and Mac OS. They will also learn about basic networking concepts and design.

Naomi J. Alpern, A+, Network+ MCSE, MCT, currently works for Microsoft Consulting Services as a Senior Consultant specializing in Unified Communications and IT architecture and planning.

Joey Alpern currently works as an independent consultant specializing in web development and database component integration.

Randy Muller, MCT, MCSE, MCITP, is an independent trainer and author specializing in Unified Communications, Office 365, and IT security.

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 Should Know 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 Domain Services 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

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IT Career JumpStart An Introduction to PC Hardware, Software, and Networking

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