CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam objectives
The published blueprint is the contract: the exam can only test what is on this list. Domains carry their official weightings, and objectives with a practice page link straight to questions written for that objective.
Titles and weightings from the official objectives. CompTIA exam page ↗
Operating Systems
28% of exam1.1 1.1 Explain common operating system (OS) types and their purposes.In the bank
- 1.2 1.2 Given a scenario, perform OS installations and upgrades in a diverse environment.Practice
- 1.3 1.3 Compare and contrast basic features of Microsoft Windows editions.Practice
- 1.4 1.4 Given a scenario, use Microsoft Windows operating system features and tools.Practice
- 1.5 1.5 Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tools.Practice
- 1.6 1.6 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows settings.Practice
- 1.7 1.7 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop.Practice
- 1.8 1.8 Explain common features and tools of the macOS/desktop operating system.Practice
1.9 1.9 Identify common features and tools of the Linux client/desktop operating system.
1.10 1.10 Given a scenario, install applications according to requirements.In the bank
1.11 1.11 Given a scenario, install and configure cloud-based productivity tools.In the bank
Security
28% of exam2.1 2.1 Summarize various security measures and their purposes.In the bank
- 2.2 2.2 Given a scenario, configure and apply basic Microsoft Windows OS security settings.Practice
2.3 2.3 Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods.
- 2.4 2.4 Summarize types of malware and tools/methods for detection, removal, and prevention.Practice
- 2.5 2.5 Compare and contrast common social engineering attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities.Practice
- 2.6 2.6 Given a scenario, implement procedures for basic small office/home office (SOHO) malware removal.Practice
- 2.7 2.7 Given a scenario, apply workstation security options and hardening techniques.Practice
2.8 2.8 Given a scenario, apply common methods for securing mobile devices.In the bank
2.9 2.9 Compare and contrast common data destruction and disposal methods.
2.10 2.10 Given a scenario, apply security settings on SOHO wireless and wired networks.In the bank
- 2.11 2.11 Given a scenario, configure relevant security settings in a browser.Practice
Software Troubleshooting
23% of exam- 3.1 3.1 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common Windows OS issues.Practice
- 3.2 3.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues.Practice
- 3.3 3.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues.Practice
- 3.4 3.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common personal computer (PC) security issues.Practice
Operational Procedures
21% of exam- 4.1 4.1 Given a scenario, implement best practices associated with documentation and support systems information management.Practice
4.2 4.2 Given a scenario, apply change management procedures.In the bank
- 4.3 4.3 Given a scenario, implement workstation backup and recovery methods.Practice
4.4 4.4 Given a scenario, use common safety procedures.
4.5 4.5 Summarize environmental impacts and local environment controls.
- 4.6 4.6 Explain the importance of prohibited content/activity and privacy, licensing, and policy concepts.Practice
4.7 4.7 Given a scenario, use proper communication techniques and professionalism.In the bank
- 4.8 4.8 Explain the basics of scripting.Practice
4.9 4.9 Given a scenario, use remote access technologies.In the bank
- 4.10 4.10 Explain basic concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI).Practice
Objectives marked Practice open a page of original questions written for that objective, each with a full explanation cited to CompTIA documentation.
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