Chapter 4: Managing Windows XP Hardware

Overview

Installing and managing hardware is one of those gory topics that often cause A+ technicians to pull their hair out. After all, by definition, A+ technicians are proficient in installing and managing computer hardware, regardless of the operating system. Of course, the operating system has a lot to do with whether the hardware will work and whether it will work the way it is supposed to. Windows XP does a good job of managing hardware, and due to advancements in plug and play technology, hardware management is easier in Windows XP than it has been in previous versions of Windows. However, this does not mean that hardware management is a piece of cake, either. Think of this chapter as your hardware reference guide to Windows XP. In this chapter, you’ll...