Free Practice Questions for CompTIA A+ Core 2 Certification

    🔄 Last checked for updates April 8th, 2026

    Study with 353 exam-style practice questions designed to help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 2. All questions are aligned with the latest exam guide and include detailed explanations to help you master the material.

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    Key information about CompTIA A+ Core 2

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    languages:

    English, German, and Japanese

    retirement:

    Usually three years after launch (estimated 2028)

    launch date:

    March 25, 2025

    exam version:

    V15; Core 1 and Core 2 exams must be taken from the same version, no mixing allowed

    passing score:

    A+ Core 2: 700 (on a scale of 900)

    length of test:

    90 minutes

    exam series code:

    220-1202 (Core 2)

    number of questions:

    Maximum of 90 per exam, including multiple-choice (single and multiple response), drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions

    recommended experience:

    12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role

    dod 8140 approved work roles:

    Technical support specialist, system administrator, and cyber defense infrastructure support specialist

    Exam Topics & Skills Assessed

    Skills measured (from the official study guide)

    Domain 1: Operating systems

    Subdomain 1.1: OS installation

    working with Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile operating systems.

    Subdomain 1.2: Windows tools

    managing systems with Task Manager, Command Prompt, and Disk Management.

    Subdomain 1.3: File systems

    handling file systems, updates, and OS upgrades.

    Domain 2: Security

    Subdomain 2.1: Security measures

    using encryption, access controls, and wireless security protocols.

    Subdomain 2.2: Malware prevention

    detecting, removing, and preventing malware threats.

    Domain 3: Software troubleshooting

    Subdomain 3.1: OS issues

    diagnosing and resolving problems with operating systems and applications.

    Subdomain 3.2: Mobile troubleshooting

    addressing connectivity, app, and performance issues.

    Subdomain 3.3: Security concerns

    fixing unauthorized access and malware issues.

    Domain 4: Operational procedures

    Subdomain 4.1: Documentation

    using best practices for system changes and documentation.

    Subdomain 4.2: Safety and communication

    following safety protocols and communicating effectively.

    Subdomain 4.3: Backup and recovery

    setting up workstation backups and recovery processes.

    Techniques & products

    Windows
    macOS
    Linux
    mobile operating systems
    Task Manager
    Command Prompt
    Disk Management
    file systems
    OS updates
    OS upgrades
    encryption
    access controls
    wireless security protocols
    malware detection
    malware removal
    malware prevention
    operating system troubleshooting
    application troubleshooting
    mobile connectivity troubleshooting
    mobile app troubleshooting
    mobile performance troubleshooting
    unauthorized access remediation
    malware issue remediation
    system change documentation
    safety protocols
    communication skills
    workstation backups
    recovery processes

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