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Old 09-Mar-2010, 03:41 PM
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CompTIA A+ Certification (Exams 220-701 & 220-702)
Hi Guys,

Just a quick question if you don't mind.

Ive just purchased the:

CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) (Comptia A+ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide, (Exams 220-) by Michael Meyers.

Now it seems that this book covers both exams. Am I required to pay for each exam separately (via Prometric) or is it a two part exam?

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You pay for each seperately, you can get vouchers which reduce the cost of the exams from Gracetech make sure you get the right voucher for your geographical location.

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You pay seperately but there is nothing to stop you doing both on the same day if you want, I did.

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Cool, many thanks guys.
I have no IT Qualifications, so assume A+ is the best place to start?

 
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Hi Guys,

Amazon have totally screwed up and sent the me the Sixth edition (220-602, 603, 604) study guide, which I assume is now Outdated.

Is this correct? I ordered the Seventh edition so I can expect a refund but still a bit annoying!!

 
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Is this correct? I ordered the Seventh edition so I can expect a refund but still a bit annoying!!
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When will the Seventh edition kick in?

I have just ordered the Seventh edition off Amazon and will send Sixth back.
Slightly confused as when I went to check the exam via Prometric, it states Exams 220-701 & 220-702.

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When will the Seventh edition kick in?

I have just ordered the Seventh edition off Amazon and will send Sixth back.
Slightly confused as when I went to check the exam via Prometric, it states Exams 220-701 & 220-702.

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Both versions are currently available simultaneously. The old version will become unavailable in the UK as of August 31st, I believe (someone please correct me if I am mistaken).

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Both versions are currently available simultaneously. The old version will become unavailable in the UK as of August 31st, I believe (someone please correct me if I am mistaken).
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Many thanks Michael, so its OK to still go with the Seventh edition?

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Many Thanks, much appreciated.
I'm also going to start apply for some 1st Line Support Helpdesk jobs. Mainly just contract work to get the experience.

 
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CompTia A+
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I am planning to study for my CompTia A+ Essentials exam in a few months. I am doing it as a home study course, has anyone done this course before and how did you feel when studying towards it. Did you find it easy & hard, how long did it take you to pass?

Any feedback would be appreciated and if possible what training materials would be appropriate!

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what does the 220-701/2 books cover that the 220-601/2 books dont? obviously vista but is there much else?

you see i have been studying for the 220-601 exam and am about ready to take it, but i dont wanna pay for it only to pay for the 7th edition in a few months or so. if im already pretty clued up on the 6th edition, will i expect to find a lot more in the 7th edition books?

 
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