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CompTIA A+ (220-1201 and 220-1202) Labs
Get CompTIA A+ Certified! Master IT fundamentals, hardware, software, and troubleshooting.
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- 9 Interactive Lessons and 63 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
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63Topics
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01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Our CompTIA A+ certification prep course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge to pass both core exams.
Covering key topics like hardware, operating systems, and troubleshooting, this course equips you with job-ready skills to meet employer demands and boost your hiring potential.
What makes us different? We cut through technical jargon with hands-on labs, gamified test preps, and real-world simulations to enhance knowledge retention.
Our interactive approach ensures you not only understand complex concepts but also gain the practical skills needed to excel in IT roles and stand out to employers. Prepare smarter, learn faster, and take the next step toward a successful IT career today.
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Windows, Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux, including system imaging and troubleshooting techniques.
- Diagnose and resolve software issues across PCs and mobile devices, including malware and security-related problems.
- Configure various network types such as TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, and SOHO, and troubleshoot connectivity issues to ensure optimal network performance.
- Diagnose and resolve real-world device and network issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous functionality.
- Identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities for devices and network connections, applying best practices to protect against cyber threats.
- Install, configure, and manage mobile devices, ensuring seamless application support and connectivity for users.
- Gain insights into cloud computing concepts and client-side virtualization, optimizing IT infrastructure for flexibility and scalability.
- Learn best practices for IT safety, environmental considerations, and professional communication to maintain operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Course Highlights
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9 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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150 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
9 Interactive Lessons · 63 topics01 Mobile Devices 3 topics · 7 LiveLab +
- Given a scenario, monitor mobile device hardware and use appropriate replacement techniques.
- Compare and contrast accessories and connectivity options for mobile devices.
- Given a scenario, configure basic mobile device ...rk connectivity and provide application support.
7 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
02 Networking 8 topics · 17 LiveLab +
- Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protoc...ocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes.
- Explain wireless networking technologies.
- Summarize services provided by networked hosts.
- Explain common network configuration concepts.
- Compare and contrast common networking hardware devices.
- Given a scenario, configure basic wired/wireless small office/home office (SOHO) networks.
- Compare and contrast internet connection types, network types, and their
- Explain networking tools and their purposes.
17 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 Hardware 8 topics · 19 LiveLab +
- Compare and contrast display components and attributes.
- Summarize basic cable types and their connectors, features, and purposes.
- Compare and contrast RAM characteristics.
- Compare and contrast storage devices.
- Given a scenario, install and configure motherboards, central processing units (CPUs), and
- Given a scenario, install the appropriate power supply.
- Given a scenario, deploy and configure multifunction devices/printers and settings.
- Given a scenario, perform appropriate printer maintenance.
19 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Virtualization and Cloud Computing 2 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Explain virtualization concepts.
- Summarize cloud computing concepts.
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting 6 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and power.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot drive and RAID issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot video, projector, and display issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile device issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot network issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot printer issues.
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Operating Systems 11 topics · 52 LiveLab +
- Explain common operating system (OS) types and their purposes
- Given a scenario, perform OS installations and upgrades in a diverse environment
- Compare and contrast basic features of Microsoft Windows editions
- Given a scenario, use Microsoft Windows operating system features and tools
- Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
- Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows settings
- Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop
- Explain common features and tools of the macOS/desktop operating system
- Identify common features and tools of the Linux client/desktop operating system.
- Given a scenario, install applications according to requirements
- Given a scenario, install and configure cloud-based productivity tools
52 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Security 11 topics · 36 LiveLab +
- Summarize various security measures and their purposes.
- Given a scenario, configure and apply basic Microsoft Windows OS security settings.
- Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods.
- Summarize types of malware and tools/methods for detection, removal, and prevention.
- Compare and contrast common social engineering attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
- Given a scenario, implement procedures for basic small office/home office (SOHO) malware
- Given a scenario, apply workstation security options and hardening techniques.
- Given a scenario, apply common methods for securing mobile devices.
- Compare and contrast common data destruction and disposal methods.
- Given a scenario, apply security settings on SOHO wireless and wired networks.
- Given a scenario, configure relevant security settings in a browser.
36 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Software Troubleshooting 4 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common Windows OS issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common personal computer (PC) security issues.
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Operational Procedures 10 topics · 10 LiveLab +
- Given a scenario, implement best practices assoc...tion and support systems information management.
- Given a scenario, apply change management procedures.
- Given a scenario, implement workstation backup and recovery methods.
- Given a scenario, use common safety procedures.
- Summarize environmental impacts and local environment controls.
- Explain the importance of prohibited content/activity and privacy, licensing, and policy concepts.
- Given a scenario, use proper communication techniques and professionalism.
- Explain the basics of scripting.
- Given a scenario, use remote access technologies.
- Explain basic concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI).
10 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
Hands-On Labs Our edge
150 LiveLabs- Connecting an iPhone to a Laptop via Bluetooth
- Casting an Android Device to a Television
- Connecting a Docking Station
- Implementing MFA on Mobile Devices
- Connecting a Laptop to a Personal Mobile Hotspot
- Installing an App and Configuring Permission Settings
- Performing a Factory Reset on an Android Phone
- Updating iPhone iOS and Security Patches
- Configuring a DNS Server
- Creating an Azure IoT Hub
- Configuring a DHCP Server
- Adding a VPN Network
- Creating a VLAN
- Connecting to a DSL Network
- Connecting to a Cable Modem
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network
- Configuring a Router
- Configuring an IPv4 Address
- Configuring an IPv6 Address
- Creating a Home Wireless Network
- Configuring NAT
- Implementing a SOHO Network
- Creating a Bus Topology
- Exploring APIPA and Loopback Addresses
- Adjusting Display Settings
- Enabling and Disabling a Device Driver
- Connecting a Desktop
- Configuring Advanced Network Adapter Settings
- Configuring NIC Teaming
- Connecting an External Speaker and Headphones
- Connecting an External Hard Disk
- Inserting and Ejecting a USB Drive
- Installing an SD Card
- Replacing the Internal HDD
- Creating RAID Arrays
- Connecting a Wireless Mouse and Keyboard
- Replacing a Laptop Battery
- Connecting Internal Components of a Desktop
- Installing the Sound Card
- Protecting the Computer Using a UPS
- Replacing SMPS
- Configuring Email and Synchronization on Mobile Devices
- Setting up a Wireless Inkjet Printer
- Creating a VM in Azure
- Setting Up Azure Storage and Uploading a File
- Creating and Deploying a Web App
- Troubleshooting Memory Issue of a Desktop
- Troubleshooting the Slow Performance Issue
- Replacing the RAM in a Laptop
- Replacing the SSD in a Laptop
- Troubleshooting IP Addressing Issues
- Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS
- Configuring iPad Access Control and Authentication
- Setting Up Mobile Device Encryption and Backup on an iPad
- Setting Up and Using Network File Sharing
- Creating a Swap Partition
- Personalizing Windows
- Using the Remote Desktop Service
- Formatting and Cleaning a Disk
- Creating a Volume with Disk Management
- Performing Disk Cleanup
- Using Task Manager for Performance Analysis
- Monitoring System Performance Using Resource Monitor
- Using Performance Monitor
- Using Task Scheduler
- Converting a Basic Disk to a Dynamic Disk
- Creating a Storage Pool
- Exploring Windows Registry
- Viewing Logs in Windows Event Viewer
- Configuring Virtual Memory
- Managing Users and Groups in Windows
- Creating a VHD
- Creating and Managing Dynamic Disks
- Adding an MMC Snap-in
- Creating a Volume with Diskpart
- Using the ipconfig and ifconfig Commands
- Diagnosing Network Issues Using Command-Line Utilities
- Setting Up a User Account
- Installing a Printer
- Creating a Power Plan
- Configuring Display Language, Region, and Keyboard Layout
- Configuring Windows Update
- Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
- Compressing and Extracting Files Using 7-Zip
- Enabling the Shadow Copies Feature
- Sharing a Printer
- Mapping a Network Drive
- Configuring Proxy Settings
- Observing Control Panel Options from Different Views
- Installing and Uninstalling an Application in Windows
- Using System Commands
- Configuring an IP Address in Linux
- Manipulating Files Using Command-Line Utilities
- Managing Files and Directories
- Managing Linux Processes
- Viewing Network Details Using Linux Commands
- Managing Linux Passwords
- Archiving and Compressing Files in Linux
- Searching for Files and Text in Linux
- Creating an Extended and Logical Partition
- Managing Linux File Permissions and Editing Text Files
- Installing an Application Based on System Requirements in Windows
- Using Microsoft Office 365 Tools
- Setting a Data-Usage Limit
- Setting a Secure Passcode on iPhone
- Implementing Physical Security
- Capturing Packets Using Wireshark
- Creating an OU
- Configuring NTFS Permissions
- Encrypting a File Using EFS
- Using BitLocker to Encrypt a Drive
- Encrypting and Decrypting a File Using OpenSSL
- Configuring UAC Settings
- Enforcing Password Settings
- Sharing a Folder with a Specific User and Group
- Configuring Group Policy Management
- Mounting a Drive to a Folder
- Managing File Attributes and Permissions
- Configuring Folder Redirection in Windows
- Implementing PGP for Secure Email and File Encryption
- Performing Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption
- Connecting an iPhone to Wi-Fi
- Examining Kerberos Settings
- Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
- Implementing Malware Protection on Linux
- Configuring a Windows Firewall
- Detecting Threats Using Windows Defender
- Configuring Firewall Rules and Monitoring Network Logs Using pfsense
- Using the SET Tool
- Simulating a DoS Attack
- Simulating a DDoS Attack
- Defending Against IP Spoofing
- Simulating a DDoS Attack
- Joining a Workstation to an AD Domain
- Configuring and Managing User Permissions in Windows
- Disabling a Service
- Configuring the SSID
- Changing the Password for the Router
- Configuring a Router Manually
- Jailbreaking an iPhone
- Securing the Browser
- Reporting an Issue
- Creating a Restore Point
- Creating and Scheduling a Backup in Windows
- Creating Backups in Linux
- Configuring and Using File History
- Completing the Chain of Custody Form
- Creating and Executing a PowerShell Script
- Creating and Executing a Shell Script
- Creating and Executing a Python Script
- Configuring an SSH Server
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03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is CompTIA A+ certification?+
CompTIA A+ certification is an industry certification for entry-level IT roles. The certificate is a testament to your knowledge of identifying and resolving hardware, software, networking, mobile devices, and security issues.
How is CompTIA A+ 220-1201 different from 220-1202?+
The difference between CompTIA A+ 220-1201 and 220-1202 is in their topics.
- Questions in CompTIA A+ 1201 are related to mobile devices, networking technologies, hardware, cloud computing, and virtualization.
- While CompTIA A+ 220-1202 covers OS, security, software, and operational procedures.
How many questions are there in CompTIA A+ 1201 vs 1202?+
Both the CompTIA A+ exams have 90 questions each.
What is the cost of the CompTIA A+ 1201 and 1202 exams?+
You need to purchase an exam voucher for each of the CompTIA A+ certifications which costs $265 each. At uCertify, we offer exam vouchers at a 10% discount, helping you save on certification costs while getting access to top-tier training resources.
What is the format of the 1201 and 1202 exams?+
CompTIA A+ is a combination of multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions.
Where can I find CompTIA A+ 1201 and 1202 practice tests?+
You can get CompTIA A+ 1201 and 1202 practice tests after enrolling with uCertify along with an all-inclusive study guide, our interactive learning aid with not just practice tests, but assignments, and hands-on labs. You can also add on our AI tutor and top expert instructor.
Do I need to pass both Core 1 & Core 2 exams for A+ certification?+
Yes, you’ll have to pass both the 220-1201 & 220-1202 exams to complete the certification.
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