IT Career JumpStart

<b>A practical approach for anyone looking to enter the IT workforce</b> <p>Before candidates can begin to prepare for any kind of certification, they need a basic understanding of the various hardware and software components used in a computer network. Aimed at aspiring IT professionals, this invaluable book strips down a network to its bare basics, and discusses this complex topic in a clear and concise manner so that IT beginners can confidently gain an understanding of fundamental IT concepts. In addition, a base knowledge has been established so that more advanced topics and technologies can be learned over time.</p> <ul> <li>Includes a discussion of the key computer components, such as the processor and memory</li> <li>Covers the basics of data storage as well as the input/output process</li> <li>Zeroes in on basic hardware configuration including how to install hardware and software drivers</li> <li>Introduces various computer operating systems, including the Windows OS family, Linux, and Mac.</li> <li>Looks at basic networking concepts and design</li> </ul> <p><i>IT Career JumpStart</i> is an ideal starting point for anyone looking for a career in IT but doesn’t know where to start.</p>