CompTIA A+ certification: Core 1 and Core 2 hardware, software, and troubleshooting
Two exams · up to 90 questions each, Up to 90 questions per exam · 90 minutes each · two exams required
This guide supports CompTIA A+ on CompTIA. CompTIA A+ is two exams (Core 1 and Core 2). This guide covers the skills both exams expect: devices, operating systems, security basics, and help-desk troubleshooting.
Official CompTIA exam objectives: CompTIA. Match your voucher to the current exam code. Poker Exams CompTIA A Plus Certification Exams practice is independent.
How this certification fits your path
CompTIA retires and replaces exam codes. Download the objectives PDF for the code on your registration, not an older blog post.
- A+ Core 1 and Core 2, Up to 90 questions · 90 minutes each
- Network+, Up to 90 questions · 90 minutes
- Security+, Up to 90 questions · 90 minutes
- CySA+, Up to 85 questions · 165 minutes
What the exam emphasizes
Align study with the vendor objective domains, then use CompTIA A Plus Certification Exams quizzes to rehearse under time pressure.
High-yield prep topics
A+ domains to rehearse
- Subnetting and port numbers at help-desk depth
- Boot order, BIOS/UEFI, and common POST failures
- Malware types and safe removal steps
- Mobile device management and synchronization basics
What to expect on exam day
Delivery is at Pearson VUE or another authorized provider unless your vendor offers online proctoring.
- Bring two forms of ID if required by your testing center.
- Performance-based items may appear at the beginning—budget time before long multiple-choice sections.
- You cannot bring notes, phones, or unauthorized devices into the room.
- Scores may display on screen at the end; official certificates follow vendor timelines.
Study strategies
- Print or bookmark the objective list and check off domains as you master them.
- Lab every topic you can—especially networking, Linux commands, and security tools.
- Review wrong answers immediately and note whether the miss was knowledge or rushing.
- Take full timed practice before your voucher expires.
Common prep mistakes
- Studying outdated exam objectives after a code change.
- Watching videos without hands-on practice.
- Ignoring performance-based question formats until the last week.
- Cramming acronyms without knowing what problem each technology solves.
Four-week certification outline
Week 1: Skim objectives and take a diagnostic CompTIA A Plus Certification Exams quiz.
Week 2: Deep dive on two weakest domains with labs.
Week 3: Mixed timed sets and flash review of ports, commands, or tools.
Week 4: Full-length timed practice for CompTIA A+ using the 4 CompTIA A Plus Certification Exams quizzes on this page (339 practice questions) ; review every missed rationale the same day.
CompTIA: CompTIA A+ practice
4 quizzes for the CompTIA A Plus Certification Exams subject on this course (339 questions). Use them to rehearse CompTIA A+ content before you sit the official exam, not as a substitute for ATI registration or policies.
CompTIA A+: frequently asked questions
- Do I need both Core 1 and Core 2?
- Yes. CompTIA A+ certification requires passing both exams. Order is up to you unless your training program specifies one.
- Are Poker Exams quizzes the live CompTIA exam?
- No. They are practice sets. Register and test through CompTIA or an authorized provider.