COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING : Intermediate (Book with DVD) (Workbook Included)

Computer Systems Servicing combines many different practical and visual skills with knowledge of specialized materials and techniques. This book will introduce the knowledge and skills for those studying and/or working in personal computer repair field to enable to install and configure computers systems, set-up computer networks and servers and to maintain and repair computer systems and networks.

About this Book

The information in this book covers basic to core competencies such as installing, maintaining, configuring, and diagnosing computer systems and networks. Learn how to troubleshoot and isolate computer problems; how to boost up your PC; how to use a multi-tester and how to test the power supply, Motherboard, CPU. Know the difference between SATA and PATA. Learn about PC upgrading, reformat and installation of Win98, XP, VISTA & Windows 7, and DOS commands how to bypass the Windows password, Manual Virus Deletion and Networking.

About the Computer Repair and Maintenance Services Industry

Computer repair organizations specialize in troubleshooting, servicing and repairing a wide variety of hardware and software-related personal computer issues and computer network problems. Issues that typically require computer repair include failed hardware components, software bugs, driver incompatibilities, spyware and malware problems, network connectivity problems, operating system upgrades, and complete computer overhauls.

There is a growing need for trained specialists in this field. Employment of computer support specialists is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations, as organizations continue to adopt increasingly sophisticated technology and integrate it into their systems. Job growth will continue to be driven by the ongoing expansion of the computer system design and related services industry, which is projected to remain one of the fastest-growing industries in global economy.

Job growth among computer support specialists reflects the rapid pace of improved technology. As computers and software become more complex, support specialists will be needed to provide technical assistance to customers and other users. New mobile technologies, such as wireless Internet, will continue to create a demand for these workers to familiarize and educate computer users. Consulting opportunities for computer support specialists also should continue to grow as businesses increasingly need help managing, upgrading, and customizing ever more complex computer systems.