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CompTIA220-1201 / 220-1202
CompTIA A+
Exam overview, official domain weights and free sample questions. Subscribers get 230 practice questions, 120 flashcards, 6 labs, a study guide and video lessons for this exam.
Exam at a glance
- Exam code
- 220-1201 / 220-1202
- Questions
- Maximum of 90 per exam
- Time
- 90 per exam minutes
- Question types
- multiple choice (single and multiple response), drag-and-drop, performance-based
- Passing score
- Core 1: 675. Core 2: 700 (100–900 scale)
- Exam fee
- not published in readable form on the official page when checked
- Delivery
- not published on the pages checked (CompTIA exams are delivered by Pearson VUE, both in person and online; confirm on the vendor page)
- Prerequisites
- None. Recommended: 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist role
- Renewal
- not published on the pages checked. See CompTIA Continuing Education
- Version notes
- Launched March 25, 2025. CompTIA says it usually retires three years after launch (estimated 2028)
From the official exam page (checked 2026-11-09). Always confirm details with the vendor: official exam page, official objectives.
Domains and weights
Core 1: Mobile Devices6.5%
- C1-1.1 Given a scenario, monitor mobile device hardware and use appropriate replacement techniques
- C1-1.2 Compare and contrast accessories and connectivity options for mobile devices
- C1-1.3 Given a scenario, configure basic mobile device network connectivity and provide application support
Core 1: Networking11.5%
- C1-2.1 Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes
- C1-2.2 Explain wireless networking technologies
- C1-2.3 Summarize services provided by networked hosts
- C1-2.4 Explain common network configuration concepts
- C1-2.5 Compare and contrast common networking hardware devices
- C1-2.6 Given a scenario, configure basic wired/wireless small office/home office (SOHO) networks
- C1-2.7 Compare and contrast internet connection types, network types, and their characteristics
- C1-2.8 Explain networking tools and their purposes
Core 1: Hardware12.5%
- C1-3.1 Compare and contrast display components and attributes
- C1-3.2 Summarize basic cable types and their connectors, features, and purposes
- C1-3.3 Compare and contrast RAM characteristics
- C1-3.4 Compare and contrast storage devices
- C1-3.5 Given a scenario, install and configure motherboards, central processing units (CPUs), and add-on cards
- C1-3.6 Given a scenario, install the appropriate power supply
- C1-3.7 Given a scenario, deploy and configure multifunction devices/printers and settings
- C1-3.8 Given a scenario, perform appropriate printer maintenance
Core 1: Virtualization and Cloud Computing5.5%
- C1-4.1 Explain virtualization concepts
- C1-4.2 Summarize cloud computing concepts
Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting14%
- C1-5.1 Given a scenario, troubleshoot motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and power
- C1-5.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot drive and RAID issues
- C1-5.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot video, projector, and display issues
- C1-5.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile device issues
- C1-5.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot network issues
- C1-5.6 Given a scenario, troubleshoot printer issues
Core 2: Operating Systems14%
- C2-1.1 Explain common operating system (OS) types and their purposes
- C2-1.2 Given a scenario, perform OS installations and upgrades in a diverse environment
- C2-1.3 Compare and contrast basic features of Microsoft Windows editions
- C2-1.4 Given a scenario, use Microsoft Windows operating system features and tools
- C2-1.5 Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
- C2-1.6 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows settings
- C2-1.7 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop
- C2-1.8 Explain common features and tools of the macOS/desktop operating system
- C2-1.9 Identify common features and tools of the Linux client/desktop operating system
- C2-1.10 Given a scenario, install applications according to requirements
- C2-1.11 Given a scenario, install and configure cloud-based productivity tools
Core 2: Security14%
- C2-2.1 Summarize various security measures and their purposes
- C2-2.2 Given a scenario, configure and apply basic Microsoft Windows OS security settings
- C2-2.3 Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods
- C2-2.4 Summarize types of malware and tools/methods for detection, removal, and prevention
- C2-2.5 Compare and contrast common social engineering attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities
- C2-2.6 Given a scenario, implement procedures for basic small office/home office (SOHO) malware removal
- C2-2.7 Given a scenario, apply workstation security options and hardening techniques
- C2-2.8 Given a scenario, apply common methods for securing mobile devices
- C2-2.9 Compare and contrast common data destruction and disposal methods
- C2-2.10 Given a scenario, apply security settings on SOHO wireless and wired networks
- C2-2.11 Given a scenario, configure relevant security settings in a browser
Core 2: Software Troubleshooting11.5%
- C2-3.1 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common Windows OS issues
- C2-3.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues
- C2-3.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues
- C2-3.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common personal computer (PC) security issues
Core 2: Operational Procedures10.5%
- C2-4.1 Given a scenario, implement best practices associated with documentation and support systems information management
- C2-4.2 Given a scenario, apply change management procedures
- C2-4.3 Given a scenario, implement workstation backup and recovery methods
- C2-4.4 Given a scenario, use common safety procedures
- C2-4.5 Summarize environmental impacts and local environment controls
- C2-4.6 Explain the importance of prohibited content/activity and privacy, licensing, and policy concepts
- C2-4.7 Given a scenario, use proper communication techniques and professionalism
- C2-4.8 Explain the basics of scripting
- C2-4.9 Given a scenario, use remote access technologies
- C2-4.10 Explain basic concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI)
Free sample questions
Original questions in the style of the exam. Pick an answer to see the explanation.
Sample question 1 · Core 1: Mobile Devices
A sales manager wants one cable at her desk to charge her laptop and connect it to two external monitors, a wired network jack, and a full-size keyboard. What should the technician provide?
Correct — “A Thunderbolt dock”: A dock connects through one host cable and provides power delivery, display outputs, Ethernet, and USB ports at the desk. Incorrect — “A smart card reader”: A smart card reader only reads authentication cards; it adds no displays, power, or network. Incorrect — “A mobile hotspot”: A hotspot shares cellular internet over Wi-Fi; it provides no monitors, wired keyboard, or charging. Incorrect — “A KVM switch”: A KVM shares one keyboard, video, and mouse set across several computers; it does not charge the laptop or add a network port.
Sample question 2 · Core 1: Networking
A network administrator needs an encrypted command-line session to manage a Linux server. Which protocol and default port should be allowed through the firewall?
Incorrect — “Telnet on TCP 23”: Telnet provides remote CLI access but sends everything, including passwords, in clear text. Correct — “SSH on TCP 22”: Secure Shell encrypts remote command-line sessions and listens on TCP port 22 by default. Incorrect — “SNMP on UDP 161”: SNMP is used to monitor and manage devices, not for interactive command-line sessions. Incorrect — “RDP on TCP 3389”: RDP is Microsoft's graphical remote desktop protocol, not a Linux CLI protocol.
Sample question 3 · Core 1: Hardware
A technician must run copper cable 90 meters from a switch to a workstation and support 10GBASE-T at full distance. Which cable category is the minimum that meets the requirement?
Correct — “Cat 6a”: Cat 6a is rated for 10 Gbps across the full 100-meter channel. Incorrect — “Cat 5e”: Cat 5e is rated for 1 Gbps at 100 meters, not 10 Gbps. Incorrect — “Cat 6”: Cat 6 supports 10GBASE-T only up to roughly 55 meters, so 90 meters is too far. Incorrect — “Cat 3”: Cat 3 is legacy voice-grade cable rated for about 10 Mbps.
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