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Apple Training Series: Desktop and Portable Systems - Softcover

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9780321256119: Apple Training Series: Desktop and Portable Systems

Synopsis

With today's multiplatform, multisoftware, multieverything computing environments, as a computer support professional you¿re expected to know everything about every component that makes up your environment. For Apple hardware, this book provides the solution! With lessons keyed to the learning objectives of the AppleCare Service Technician Portable and Desktop Systems certification exam, this guide is both the perfect supplement to Apple's own training class as well as a first-rate primer for computer support personnel who need to troubleshoot Macs as part of their jobs. The self-paced, step-by-step volume begins with an introduction to troubleshooting tools and practices before moving on to an exploration of common hardware and underlying technologies (LCDs, CRTs, networks, and more). Once grounded, you'll delve into the nitty-gritty operation of Apple's various desktop and portable computer models. Along the way you'll find self-quizzes and chapter tests to reinforce the knowledge. The accompanying DVD includes four service manuals with complete documentation and diagnostic tools for repairing a sample iBook, desktop Mac, PowerBook, and iMac.

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Synopsis

With today's multiplatform, multisoftware, multieverything computing environments, it's nearly impossible to find an IT manager who's been vendor certified in every component of his or her network. It's even harder to find an employer willing to pay for such certification. For Apple hardware, this book provides the solution! With lessons keyed to the learning objectives of the AppleCare Service Technician Portable and Desktop Systems certification exam, this guide is the perfect supplement to Apple's own training class as well as a first-rate primer for computer support personnel who need to troubleshoot Macs as part of their jobs. Readers begin with an introduction to troubleshooting tools and practices before moving on to an exploration of common hardware and underlying technologies (LCDs, CRTs, networks, and more). Once grounded, users delve into the nitty-gritty operation of Apple's various desktop and portable computer models. The DVD includes four service manuals with complete documentation and diagnostic tools for repairing a sample-model iBook, desktop Mac, PowerBook, and iMac.

About the Author

Matthew Geller is a Chicago-based systems integrator, consultant, and all-around technology therapist specializing in digital video post-production installations. He is a certified instructor and courseware author for Apple and helped form the Chicago Final Cut Pro Users Group. Matthew is the author of Apple Pro Training Series: Xsan Quick Reference Guide, and co-author of Apple Pro Training Series: Optimizing Your Final Cut Pro System.

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