Question bank for CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Exams in 2026

CompTIA A+ (Plus)The CompTIA A+ certification is an entry-level qualification in the information technology (IT) industry. Issued by IT association CompTIA, the A+ certification is widely accepted as an industry standard certification often used to start a career in IT. The CompTIA A+ is composed of two exams in the Core Series—the 220-1101 and 220-1102.What’s on the CompTIA A+ exam?The exam for the certification combines multiple-choice questions and performance-based questions. The exam broadly tests your knowledge of various IT basics in categories including hardware, software, networking, operating systems, and security. Expect questions to cover the following domains:Domains for exam 220-1101Mobile devices: Installing and configuring laptops and mobile devicesNetworking: Types of networks and connections (TCP/IP, wifi, SOHO, etc.)Hardware: Identifying, using, and connecting devices and hardware componentsVirtualization and cloud computing: Comparing cloud concepts and setting up client-side virtualizationHardware and network troubleshooting: Solving issues with devices and networksDomains for exam 220-1102Operating systems: Installing and configuring Windows OS, and understanding Mac OS, Linux, and mobile OSSecurity: Identifying and protecting against vulnerabilities in both devices and networksSoftware troubleshooting: Resolving issues with applications on PC and mobile devices, including security supportOperational procedures: Best practices for safety, sustainability, communication, and professionalismThe CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pa