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
What you'll learn
understanding of various operating systems including Windows, Mac OS, and Linux
skills in software troubleshooting for applications
knowledge of security practices to protect devices and networks
familiarity with operational procedures and best practices in IT