CompTIA Certifications

CompTIA A+ (220-1201/1202) — Exam Prep

Complete A+ prep covering BOTH exams: Core 1 (220-1201) — mobile, networking, hardware, virtualization/cloud, hardware/network troubleshooting; Core 2 (220-1202) — operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, operational procedures. Each module has a deep-dive concept lesson, an exam-trap callout, a quick reference card, and a knowledge check, plus a cumulative mastery test per domain. — Independent exam-prep by TW Academy; not affiliated with or endorsed by CompTIA, Inc.. Names/marks shown are the property of their respective owners and used for identification only. All practice questions are original; passing does not guarantee certification.

12domains / modules

65lessons

971practice questions

471flashcards

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What you'll study

Core 1 — Domain 1.0 Mobile Devices

Module 1.1 — Laptop Hardware & Components
Module 1.2 — Mobile Networking & Connectivity
Module 1.3 — Mobile Accessories, Ports & Sync
Core 1 Domain 1.0 Mastery Check — Mobile Devices
Core 1 Domain 1 Mastery — Mobile Devices (20 Q)

Core 1 — Domain 2.0 Networking

Module 2.1 — Cables, Connectors & Common Ports
Module 2.2 — TCP vs UDP, DNS, DHCP & VLANs
Module 2.3 — Wireless Networking & SOHO Devices
Module 2.4 — Internet Service Types & IoT
Core 1 Domain 2.0 Mastery Check — Networking
Core 1 Domain 2 Mastery — Networking (20 Q)

Core 1 — Domain 3.0 Hardware

Module 3.1 — Motherboards, CPUs & Chipsets
Module 3.2 — RAM Types & Configuration
Module 3.3 — Storage: HDDs, SSDs, NVMe & RAID
Module 3.4 — Peripherals, Cards & Power Supplies
Module 3.5 — Printers: Laser, Inkjet, Thermal, Impact & 3D
Core 1 Domain 3.0 Mastery Check — Hardware
Core 1 Domain 3 Mastery — Hardware (20 Q)

Core 1 — Domain 4.0 Virtualization & Cloud

Module 4.1 — Cloud Service & Deployment Models
Module 4.2 — Client-Side Virtualization
Module 4.3 — Cloud-Aware Applications & File Sync
Core 1 Domain 4.0 Mastery Check — Virtualization & Cloud
Core 1 Domain 4 Mastery — Virtualization & Cloud (20 Q)

Core 1 — Domain 5.0 Hardware & Network Troubleshooting

Module 5.1 — The 7-Step Troubleshooting Methodology
Module 5.2 — Common Hardware & RAM Issues
Module 5.3 — Display, Projector & GPU Troubleshooting
Module 5.4 — Network & Wireless Troubleshooting
Core 1 Domain 5.0 Mastery Check — HW & Network Troubleshooting
Core 1 Domain 5 Mastery — HW + Network Troubleshooting (20 Q)

Core 2 — Domain 1.0 Operating Systems

Module 6.1 — Windows 10/11 Editions & Features
Module 6.2 — Windows Command Line & Admin Tools
Module 6.3 — Windows Networking, Shares & Permissions
Module 6.4 — macOS & Linux Essentials
Module 6.5 — OS Installation & Deployment
Core 2 Domain 1.0 Mastery Check — Operating Systems
Core 2 Domain 1 Mastery — Operating Systems (20 Q)

Core 2 — Domain 2.0 Security

Module 7.1 — Physical & Logical Security Fundamentals
Module 7.2 — Malware Types & Social Engineering Attacks
Module 7.3 — Wireless, Browser & Workstation Hardening
Module 7.4 — Data Destruction, Disposal & Compliance
Core 2 Domain 2.0 Mastery Check — Security
Core 2 Domain 2 Mastery — Security (20 Q)

Core 2 — Domain 3.0 Software Troubleshooting

Module 8.1 — Common OS & Boot Issues
Module 8.2 — Malware Removal & Security Troubleshooting
Module 8.3 — Mobile & PC App Troubleshooting
Core 2 Domain 3.0 Mastery Check — Software Troubleshooting
Core 2 Domain 3 Mastery — Software Troubleshooting (20 Q)

Core 2 — Domain 4.0 Operational Procedures

Module 9.1 — Documentation & Change Management
Module 9.2 — Backups, DR & Continuity
Module 9.3 — Safety, Environment & Communication
Module 9.4 — Scripting Basics & Remote Tools
Core 2 Domain 4.0 Mastery Check — Operational Procedures
Core 2 Domain 4 Mastery — Operational Procedures (20 Q)

220-1201/1202 Update — Cloud-Native, AI and Modern Support

Module U.1 — AI Fundamentals for IT Support
Module U.2 — Cloud-Native Applications and SaaS Productivity
Module U.3 — Virtualization and Cloud (Expanded)
Module U.4 — IoT and Modern Device Security
Module U.5 — Remote and Hybrid Workforce Support

Study & Review

Exam-Pass Flashcards

Performance-Based Questions (PBQ Practice)

PBQ practice set

Practice and exam readiness

Core 1 Full-Length Mock (220-1201, 90 Q, 90 min)
Core 2 Full-Length Mock (220-1202, 90 Q, 90 min)
Mock Exam B (220-1201, 90 Q, 90 min)
Mock Exam B (220-1202, 90 Q, 90 min)
Spaced-repetition flashcard deck (SM-2) for daily review
Shareable, verifiable completion certificate

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