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All rights reserved.  \nAbout the Exam  \nCandidates are encouraged to use this document to help prepare for the CompTIA A+ 220-1201 certification exam. In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202). The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) certification exams will verify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:  \n• Install, configure, and maintain computer equipment, mobile devices, and software for end users.  \n• Service components based on customer requirements.  \n• Understand networking basics and apply basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats.  \n• Properly and safely diagnose, resolve, and document common hardware and software issues.  \n• Apply troubleshooting skills and provide customer support using appropriate communication skills.  \n• Understand the basics of scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments in  \n• corporate environments.  \nEXAM ACCREDITATION  \nThe CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams are accredited by ANSI to show compliance with the ISO 17024 standard and, as such, undergo regular reviews and updates to the exam objectives.  \nEXAM DEVELOPMENT  \nCompTIA exams result from subject matter expert workshops and industry-wide survey results regarding the skills and knowledge required of an IT professional.  \nCOMPTIA AUTHORIZED MATERIALS USE POLICY  \nCompTIA Certifications, LLC is not affiliated with and does not authorize, endorse, or condone utilizing any content provided by unauthorized third-party training sites (aka “brain dumps”). Individuals who utilize such materials in preparation for any CompTIA examination will have their certifications revoked and be suspended  \nfrom future testing in accordance with the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. In an effort to more clearly communicate CompTIA’s exam policies on use of unauthorized study materials, CompTIA directs all certification candidates to the CompTIA Certification Exam Policies. Please review all CompTIA policies before beginning the study process for any CompTIA exam. Candidates will be required to abide by the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. If a candidate has a question as to whether study materials are considered unauthorized (aka “brain dumps”), they should contact CompTIA at [examsecurity@comptia.org](examsecurity@comptia.org) to confirm.  \nPLEASE NOTE  \nThe lists of examples provided in bulleted format are not exhaustive lists. Other examples of technologies, processes, or tasks pertaining to each objective may also be included on the exam, although not listed or covered in this objectives document. CompTIA is constantly reviewing the content of our exams and updating test questions to be sure our exams are current, and the security of the questions is protected. When necessary, we will publish updated exams based on existing exam objectives. Please know that all related exam preparation materials will still be valid.  \nCompTIA A+ 220-1201 Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0 Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.  \nTEST DETAILS  \nRequired exam  \nNumber of questions Types of questions Length of test Recommended experience Passing Score  \nA+ Core 1 (220-1201) Maximum of 90  \nMultiple-choice and performance-based 90 minutes  \n12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role  \n675 (on a scale of 100–900)  \nEXAM OBJECTIVES (DOMAINS)  \nThe table below lists the domains measured by this examination and the extent to which they are represented.  \nDOMAIN PERCENTAGE OF EXAMINATION  \n1.0 Mobile Devices  \n2.0 Networking  \n3.0 Hardware  \n4.0 Virtualization and Cloud Computing  \n5.0 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting  \nTotal  \n13%  \n23%  \n25%  \n11%  \n28%  \n100%  \nTROUBLESHOOTING METHODOLOG","cbCairBm8LIfJb5D","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairBm8LIfJb5D","pdf",270749,18,"English","# About the Exam\n# Exam Accreditation\n# Exam Development\n# CompTIA Authorized Materials Use Policy\n# Test Details\n# Exam Objectives (Domains)\n## Domain Percentage of Examination\n# Troubleshooting Methodology Knowledge\n# 1.0 Mobile Devices\n## 1.1 Mobile Device Hardware Monitoring and Replacement Techniques\n## 1.2 Accessories and Connectivity Options","[{\"question\":\"What skills does the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam objectives assess?\",\"answer\":\"They assess skills for installing, configuring, and maintaining end-user computer and mobile systems, servicing components per customer requirements, understanding networking basics and basic cybersecurity, and diagnosing, resolving, and documenting hardware and software issues.\"},{\"question\":\"How is the exam structured for A+ Core 1 (220-1201)?\",\"answer\":\"The exam has a maximum of 90 questions, combining multiple-choice and performance-based questions, with a test length of 90 minutes.\"},{\"question\":\"Which domains are covered and what is the weight of each on the exam?\",\"answer\":\"The domains include Mobile Devices (13%), Networking (23%), Hardware (25%), Virtualization and Cloud Computing (11%), and Hardware and Network Troubleshooting (28%), totaling 100%.\"}]","CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Certification Exam - Core 1 Exam Objectives | PDF",1789880446,45,{"code":4,"msg":82,"data":99},[100,104,108,111,116,121,126,131,136,139,143],{"id":22,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":101,"show_sort_weight":102,"slug":103},"Story & Novel",90,"story-novel",{"id":26,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":105,"show_sort_weight":106,"slug":107},"Literature",80,"literature",{"id":33,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":29,"show_sort_weight":109,"slug":110},70,"exam",{"id":112,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":113,"show_sort_weight":114,"slug":115},5,"Comic",60,"comic",{"id":117,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":118,"show_sort_weight":119,"slug":120},6,"Technology",50,"technology",{"id":122,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":123,"show_sort_weight":124,"slug":125},7,"Healthcare",40,"healthcare",{"id":127,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":128,"show_sort_weight":129,"slug":130},8,"Research & Report",30,"research-report",{"id":132,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":133,"show_sort_weight":134,"slug":135},9,"Religion & Spirituality",20,"religion-spirituality",{"id":134,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":137,"show_sort_weight":134,"slug":138},"World Cup","world-cup",{"id":140,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":141,"show_sort_weight":140,"slug":142},10,"Lifestyle","lifestyle",{"id":144,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":145,"show_sort_weight":112,"slug":146},19,"General","general"]