CompTIA A+ 220-1201 (V15) — Practice Questions
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Learn "Common TCP and UDP Ports" with this comprehensive flashcard deck, covering crucial networking protocols and their associated port numbers. Perfect for IT professionals, students, and anyone preparing for networking certifications, this deck includes ports for services like DNS, HTTP, FTP, SSH, Telnet, SMTP, DHCP, LDAP, SMB, Kerberos, and more. Master well-known, registered, and dynamic ports with ease and enhance your understanding of TCP/UDP protocols.
Boost your CompTIA A+ certification prep with the "CompTIA A+ Acronyms" flashcard deck, featuring 40 essential terms like ACL (Access Control List), BIOS (Basic Input Output System), CPU (Central Processing Unit), and APIPA (Automatic Private Internet Protocol Addressing). Designed for IT professionals, this deck simplifies complex networking, hardware, and system concepts to enhance retention and ensure exam readiness. Perfect for beginners and experts alike, this resource provides a strong foundation in computer and network terminology.
Comprehensive flashcard deck on IP Addressing covering key concepts such as IPv4, IPv6, private and public IP addresses, IP ranges, NAT, APIPA, link-local addressing, unicast, multicast, and broadcast. Perfect for students and IT professionals looking to master networking and Internet Protocol basics efficiently.
Learn about various wireless technology types with this flashcard deck. Covering Bluetooth for short-range connections, Tethering for network sharing via cables, NFC for proximity-based data exchange, Z-Wave for proprietary home automation meshes, and ZigBee for open-standard home automation networks, this deck is perfect for anyone seeking a clear understanding of wireless communication methods.
Lists wired connection standards (USB variants, Thunderbolt, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA), maximum data rates, use cases, pin configurations and cable characteristics.
Explores HDD, SSD, NVMe technologies, storage interfaces (SATA, SAS), external storage types, and RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10) with their use-case advantages and disadvantages.
Covers major CPU socket standards (LGA, PGA, BGA), instruction set architectures (x86, ARM), core vs. thread concepts, cache levels and overclocking basics.
Hands-on exercises and mini-games to help you study and experience a realistic exam environment.
Configure a smartphone email app to work with protocols like SMTP, POP and IMAP
Configure a Public Wireless Local Area Network for an airport terminal
Troubleshoot and solve a user reported issue with the company's printing infrastructure
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CompTIA A+ Certification Overview
Exam Versions
The current versions of the CompTIA A+ certification exams are:
- 220-1201 (Core 1)
- 220-1202 (Core 2)
These versions were launched in April 2022 and are expected to retire approximately three years from their release date.
The A+ Certification Test
To earn the CompTIA A+ certification, candidates must pass two separate exams: 220-1201 and 220-1202. Each exam has a separate fee and can be taken in any order. Both exams must be completed before the retirement date and must be from the same set of objectives. The certification is valid for three years from the date of passing the exams.
Exam Details:
- Format: Computer-based tests
- Number of Questions: 90 questions per exam
- Time Limit: 90 minutes per exam
- Result Availability: Immediately after completion, following a short mandatory survey
CompTIA A+ 220-1201
The CompTIA A+ 220-1201 (Core 1) exam is a key component of the A+ certification, designed to validate essential IT skills and knowledge. This exam, launched in April 2022, covers a broad range of topics critical for IT professionals, including mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing, and network troubleshooting. Comprising 90 questions, the test includes multiple-choice and performance-based questions, simulating real-world scenarios to assess the candidate's practical abilities. The 220-1201 exam emphasizes the foundational skills necessary for IT support roles, ensuring that certified individuals are equipped to handle a variety of technical issues. With a 90-minute time limit, the exam challenges candidates to demonstrate their proficiency efficiently, providing immediate results upon completion. The certification remains valid for three years, making it a crucial step for those aiming to establish or advance their careers in IT.
Exam Policies and Procedures
Candidates must agree to CompTIA's exam policies before starting the test. These policies include:
- No Mobile Phones/Devices: Must be left outside the exam room
- Question Review: Candidates can revisit and change answers before submitting the exam
- Submission: Unanswered questions are marked, and a final review is available before submission
Testing Centers
Since July 9, 2012, CompTIA exams are available exclusively through Pearson VUE testing centers. Candidates can book exams online, by phone, or at the testing center. Options include:
- In-Person Testing: At Pearson VUE testing centers
- Online Testing: Through Pearson VUE's online platform
Performance-Based Questions (PBQs)
The A+ exams include Performance-Based Questions (PBQs), which require candidates to perform specific tasks or solve problems in a simulated environment. These questions test real-world skills in areas like command prompts, Windows OS, and networking environments.
Continuing Education (CE) Program
Certifications with the +CE (Continuing Education) suffix, including A+, Network+, and Security+, must be renewed every three years. Renewal options include:
- Retaking the Exam: Passing the latest version of the exam
- Higher-Level Certification: Passing a higher-level CompTIA exam
- CE Program Requirements: Completing CE activities
Lifetime Certifications
Certifications earned on or before December 31, 2010, are valid for life. However, lifetime certifications are no longer available for new candidates.
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CompTIA A+ 220-1201 (V15) Exam Details
| Supported Languages |
|---|
| English at launch (April 202). More languages typically come a few months later. |
| Recommended Experience |
9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field |
| Questions |
| Maximum of 90 questions per exam |
| Passing Score |
| 675 (on a scale of 900) |
| Exam Duration |
| 90 Minutes per exam |
