Which book would you use for the A+ and Network+ exams?

[Vampirrella]

I am considering going the self study route for A+, Network+ ect. Are these certificates even worth getting these days? Do they help your career along with a good chunk of work experience if you dont have a college degree at all?

Which publisher(s) are the better A+ book writers, or are they all the same, just a diffrent brand?

Gimme some opinions on this matter!

 

[Rip the Jacker]

1. A+ All In One Certification 5th Edition (for 2003) by Michael Meyers
2. A+ All In One Certification 4th Edition (old but still can use for 2003; doesnt have new stuff though) by Michael Meyers
3. A+ Exam Cram 2 (This book has alot of information.. dont think its just a short 'exam cram'; but it does have mixed reviews)



Before you take it though, take sample quizzes online. Good resource for quizzes & book reviews :

http://www.mcmcse.com/training/index.php?t=sub_pages&cat=36
http://www.amazon.com
http://www.cram4exams.com/exams/a+core1.shtml
http://www.mcmcse.com/forums/exams/
http://www.certiguide.com/aplush/index.htm

 

[AgaBoogaBoo]

Don't bother getting them... not worth much from what I'm hearing others say