1.0
Mobile Devices
15% of exam- Install and configure laptop hardware
- Display components and features
- Mobile device connectivity and apps
- Synchronization across devices
CompTIA A+ · 220-1201 + 220-1202
Pass A+. Then know what the job actually feels like.
The entry-level CompTIA cert covering hardware, networking, mobile devices, virtualization, OS, security, and troubleshooting. Two exams, around 90 questions each. Our platform covers every objective and bridges into real help desk practice.
Format
Two exams (Core 1 + Core 2)
Questions
Up to 90 each
Time
90 min each
Pass score
700/900 (Core 1), 750/900 (Core 2)
Exam objectives
What CompTIA A+ actually covers.
Pulled directly from the official CompTIA exam objectives. Every line maps to our content.
2.0
Networking
20% of exam- TCP and UDP ports and protocols
- Networking hardware (routers, switches, AP)
- Wireless networking and 802.11 standards
- Internet connection types and SOHO networks
- Common network configuration (IP addressing, DNS)
- Network types (LAN, WAN, PAN, MAN)
3.0
Hardware
25% of exam- Cable types and connectors
- RAM, storage devices, motherboards
- CPU types and features
- Power supplies, multifunction devices, printers
- Custom configurations for specific use cases
4.0
Virtualization and Cloud
11% of exam- Cloud computing concepts and models
- Client-side virtualization
- Hypervisors and VMs
5.0
Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
29% of exam- Theory of probable cause and troubleshooting
- Motherboard, RAM, CPU, power issues
- Storage drives and RAID
- Display and video issues
- Mobile devices and wireless
- Network connectivity issues
- Printer issues
Study timeline
How long it takes.
Honest estimates. The platform tracks your progress so you can see when you are ready, not just when the calendar says you should be.
| Hours/week | Weeks to ready | Suited for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 hours | 12-16 weeks | Part-time learners with a day job |
| 10 hours | 6-8 weeks | Focused career-changers |
| 20+ hours | 3-4 weeks | Bootcamp pace, full-time prep |
Sample question
From the quiz pool.
Domain 2.0 Networking
A user reports their laptop connects to the office WiFi but cannot access internal resources. Other users on the same network are unaffected. What is the most likely cause?
ADNS server is down for the entire office
BUser's laptop has an incorrect IP configurationAnswer
CWireless access point has failed
DISP is blocking the user's MAC address
Why
Other users are unaffected, so the AP, DNS server, and ISP are all working. That isolates the issue to the user's machine. The most likely cause is an incorrect IP configuration (wrong subnet, missing default gateway, or APIPA address from a failed DHCP request).
What you get
The whole platform, focused on CompTIA A+.
Adventure
Story-driven scenarios that teach the why before the what.
Learn more →Study
Spaced-repetition flashcards plus exam-style quizzes with explanations.
Learn more →Help Desk Sim
Real ticket queue, real tools. The bridge between cert and job.
Learn more →Practice Exam
Full-length, timed, Pearson VUE-style. Honest Readiness Score.
Learn more →Questions.
How is this different from Mike Meyers or Professor Messer?+
They are great for video lectures. We add structured scenarios, spaced-repetition flashcards, exam-style quizzes with explanations, and a help desk simulator so you practice the actual job alongside the cert prep. Use us together if you want.
Do I need both Core 1 and Core 2 to get A+?+
Yes. CompTIA only awards A+ after you pass both. We cover both fully and emit a separate Readiness Score for each one.
Is the free tier really free?+
Free forever. Limited daily Adventure scenarios and Sim tickets, but unlimited Study and Flashcards, plus one Practice Exam per month. Most users pass on free + occasional Pro month.
When should I book the real exam?+
When your Readiness Score sits above 80 percent across multiple Practice Exam attempts. Below that you have measurable gaps worth closing before the $250+ exam fee.
Does the platform work for retakes?+
Yes. If you failed once we will tell you specifically which domains you need to focus on, with a targeted study plan.
Start CompTIA A+ free. Move when ready.
Full free tier from day one. No credit card.