CWTS: Certified Wireless Technology Specialist Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-070 (CWNP Official Study Guides) [Paperback]

Robert J. Bartz (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470438894 | ISBN-13: 978-0470438893 | Publication Date: June 29, 2009 | Edition: 1

About the Book

This Official Study Guide for the CWTS exam features complete coverage of the exam objectives, as well as hands-on exercises, Real World Scenarios, chapter review questions, a detailed glossary, objective map, and a pre-assessment test. The enhanced CD includes two bonus exams, 150 flashcards, Case Studies, and demo software.

Exam coverage includes:

• Wi-Fi Technology, Standards, and Certifications
• Hardware and Software
• Radio Frequency (RF) Fundamentals
• Site Surveying and Installation
• Applications, Support, and Troubleshooting
• Security & Compliance

About the CWTS Certification

The Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS) is a vendor-neutral certification administered by CWNP. This brand new certification is the only entry-level vendor neutral wireless certification for IT Professionals, and was developed for IT support staff who work with wireless technologies. It is a springboard to the foundation-level Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA), and more advanced Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) and Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) certifications. The exam is offered in over 100 countries through both Prometric and Pearson VUE testing centers. The cost of the exam is $125.

Note: CD-ROM materials for eBook purchases can be downloaded from CWNP’s website at www.cwnp.com/sybex

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From the Back Cover

The Official Study Guide for Exam PW0-070 from CWNP®

Prepare for the Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (PW0-070) exam with this new official Study Guide from CWNP. This comprehensive resource covers everything you need to know about Wi-Fi technology: standards and certifications, infrastructure and client hardware and software, RF fundamentals,site surveying and installation, applications, support, troubleshooting,

security, and compliance. Inside you'll find:

• Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam

• Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills

• Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles

• Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day

• Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam

• Case studies and demo software on the CD to further facilitate your learning

• A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

SYBEX TEST ENGINE: Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and bonus exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS: Reinforce your understanding with electronic flashcards.

The CD also includes case studies and demo software.

Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

About the CWNP Program

CWNP is the industry standard for vendor-neutral, enterprise WLAN certifications. The focus is to educate IT professionals in the technology behind all enterprise WLAN products and to enable these professionals to manage wireless LAN enterprise infrastructures, regardless of the vendor solution utilized. CWNP is a privately held corporation based in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit www.cwnp.com.

About the Author

Robert J. Bartz, CWNA, CWSP, CWNT, has more than 20 years of experience as a practitioner, mentor, and classroom instructor. He is a technical trainer, consultant, and founder of Eight-O-Two Technology Solutions, LLC, a CWNP Premier Learning Partner and a leading network training and consulting company. He has attained many technical certifications over the years, including Novell MCNE and MCNI and Microsoft MCSE and MCT.

Product Details

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: Sybex; 1 edition (June 29, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470438894
• ISBN-13: 978-0470438893
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #103,604 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #17 in Books > Computers & Technology > Networking > Wireless Networks
  • #42 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > APIs & Operating Environments

More About the Author

Robert Bartz, born and raised in Southern California and now a 17-year resident of Colorado, is a computer-networking consultant and technical trainer specializing in wireless local area networking. A graduate of California State University Long Beach with a degree in Industrial Technology, he started as an aerospace test engineer working with radar systems and satellite communications. He has earned a vast number of technical certifications over the years including Novell Netware, CompTIA, Microsoft and CWNP wireless. When teaching he explains to his students to listen very carefully because growing up with 11 brothers and sisters (and being near the bottom of the food chain) you either talk loud and fast or you go hungry. Educating (and entertaining) thousands of students over the past 14 years had given Robert the idea of writing a book and educating thousands more. The CWTS Official Study Guide by Sybex, provided this opportunity. Robert is currently a technical trainer and consultant with Eight-O-Two Technology Solutions.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE Best Intro to Wi-Fi Technology, August 26, 2010

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This review is from: CWTS: Certified Wireless Technology Specialist Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-070 (CWNP Official Study Guides) (Paperback)

CWTS candidates, please skip this review and just buy the book. It is the only study guide officially recognized by the CWNP; if you read and re-read it until you understand every word, you WILL pass the exam. CWNA and CCNA Wireless candidates should also strongly consider starting here as well.

To everyone else, business-minded or technical, I still can not praise this book highly enough. Anyone looking for a vendor-neutral overview of wireless networking written in industry-standard language need look no further. While designed for test prep, any reader will take away the knowledge necessary to set up and secure a SOHO access point or intelligently discuss business requirements with a network consultant. And unlike other technical titles, you might actually enjoy reading this!

Five stars - highly recommended - from a two-hour-old CWTS.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wireless comprehension made easy!, May 19, 2010

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Mr. Bartz does an outstanding job providing a functional overview of wireless technology. His book not only provides a great basic understanding of the wireless world but also a clear layout of how all the various facets interoperate. Obtaining a CWTS cert? This is the book to get!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, October 9, 2009

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Edward R. Regan "AVITPRO" (CHICAGO, IL) - See all my reviews
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This is an excellent introduction into 802.11 technology. It is relatively easy to understand because it is well written and not overly technical.