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CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Information

CompTIA A+ Certification Overview

Exam Versions

The current versions of the CompTIA A+ certification exams are:

  • 220-1101 (Core 1)
  • 220-1102 (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: 220-1101 and 220-1102. 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+ 220-1101

The CompTIA A+ 220-1101 (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 220-1101 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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Free CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Practice Test

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  • Questions: 15
  • Time: Unlimited
  • Included Topics:
    Mobile Devices
    Networking
    Hardware
    Virtualization and Cloud Computing
    Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
Question 1 of 15

You are helping a friend with a new wireless router. They are complaining that certain areas of their apartment have much slower internet than others. They live in a dense area with many other apartments in WiFi range. What tool could help you troubleshoot this issue?

  • Spectrum tester

  • WiFI analyzer

  • Port Scanner

  • Wireless loopback plug

Question 2 of 15

Which of the following describes a scenario where users access software applications over the internet without managing the underlying infrastructure?

  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)

  • Software as a Service (SaaS)

  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

  • Community cloud

Question 3 of 15

Which of the following cable types uses twisted-pair copper cabling?

  • RJ-11

  • RJ-45

  • Fiber

  • Cat 6

Question 4 of 15

An employee's workstation is unable to access network resources and the troubleshooting process reveals the machine has been assigned an address starting with 169.254. Based on this information, what is the most likely cause of the networking issue?

  • The network’s DHCP service is not available or malfunctioning, leading to the workstation assigning itself an APIPA address.

  • The workstation has been manually set with a static address outside the designated network range.

  • The workstation’s network mask setting is preventing it from communicating on the local network.

  • Another DHCP server is issuing incorrect settings to network clients.

Question 5 of 15

You are setting up a new office network and organizing the cabling using a patch panel. What is the primary reason for employing a patch panel in this network setup?

  • To convert the electrical signaling from analog to digital.

  • To serve as a central point for cable organization and management.

  • To act as a firewall and improve network security.

  • To increase the data transfer speed across the network.

Question 6 of 15

A technician is configuring a SOHO router for a small business. Which protocol should the technician configure if they want to automatically assign IP addresses to devices on the network?

  • Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

  • Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

  • Internet Mail Access Protocol (IMAP)

  • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

Question 7 of 15

Which accessory might be commonly used with tablets and smartphones to increase accuracy when interacting with the touch screen?

  • Trackpad

  • Touch pen

  • Headset

  • Webcam

Question 8 of 15

What is the primary purpose of using a port replicator with a laptop?

  • To improve the ergonomic setup of a laptop workspace

  • To enhance the laptop's internal wireless signal strength

  • To connect multiple peripherals to a laptop using a single connection

  • To serve as an additional external storage device for a laptop

Question 9 of 15

Which technology is primarily used by mobile devices to determine precise location by receiving signals from a network of orbiting satellites?

  • Short-range wireless data exchange

  • Bluetooth connectivity

  • Global Positioning System (GPS) services

  • Cellular network triangulation

Question 10 of 15

Which of the following IP address ranges is classified as a private IPv4 address space that is not routable over the internet?

  • 224.0.0.0 to 224.0.0.255

  • 169.254.0.0 to 169.254.255.255

  • 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255

  • 172.32.0.0 to 172.36.255.255

Question 11 of 15

You keep getting in arguments with your roommates about slow network performance when playing video games at home. You notice whenever they are all streaming TV or movies using their smart TVs your latency goes up and bandwidth goes down. What feature of your router could you use to prioritize your traffic over theirs and get back to "pwning noobs"?

  • ACL

  • POE

  • QoS

  • You need to upgrade to a level 3 switch

Question 12 of 15

After replacing a cracked screen on a customer's tablet, the device powers on, but the touch functionality is sporadic and inaccurate. The customer reports that touch inputs are not registering correctly, especially around the edges of the screen. Based on this scenario, what should be your next step in troubleshooting this touch screen issue?

  • Perform a system restart on the tablet to reset the touch interface.

  • Update the device's firmware to the latest version to improve touch functionality.

  • Recalibrate the touch screen using the device's settings menu.

  • Realign or reseat the digitizer cable, as it may not be correctly connected after the screen replacement.

Question 13 of 15

Which of the following is NOT a BUSINESS benefit of cloud computing?

  • Virtually infinite scalability of infrastructure

  • Cost reduction

  • Potential for improved service quality

  • Moving from Capital Expenditures to Operational Expenditures

Question 14 of 15

A technician needs to configure an email client to retrieve emails using a protocol that does not necessarily require email to be stored on the server after it has been delivered to the client. Which of the following ports should be used to meet this requirement?

  • 143

  • 110

  • 25

  • 443

Question 15 of 15

Faulty printer memory CAN be a probable cause of garbled prints on output documents.

  • True

  • False