CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Core 2 V15: 900 Practice Questions 2026

900 Premium Exam Questions Across 6 Full Practice Tests — All A+ 220-1202 V15 Domains Covered With Full Explanations

Are you preparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam and want to know exactly where you stand before exam day?

This course gives you six full-length, exam-standard practice tests — 900 unique questions built entirely around the official CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) V15 exam objectives. Every question is scenario-based, every answer is fully explained, and every domain is covered at the precise weighting used in the real exam.

This is not a video lecture course. This is serious, structured exam preparation for candidates who want to walk into the testing centre with genuine confidence.

About the CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam

The CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) is the second of two exams required to earn the CompTIA A+ certification — one of the most recognised and respected entry-level IT credentials in the industry.

Here is what you need to know about the real exam:

• Exam number: 220-1202

• Maximum of 90 questions per sitting

• 90-minute time limit

• Question types include multiple-choice and performance-based questions

• Passing score: 700 on a scale of 100 to 900

• Recommended experience: approximately 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist role

The exam tests your ability to configure and manage operating systems, apply security best practices, troubleshoot software issues, and follow professional operational procedures — all within realistic workplace scenarios.

Domain Coverage — Built Around the Official Blueprint

Every practice exam in this course follows the exact domain weighting defined in the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) V15 Exam Objectives, Version 4.0.

• Operating Systems — 28%

• Security — 28%

• Software Troubleshooting — 23%

• Operational Procedures — 21%

Each of the six practice exams contains 150 questions distributed across all four domains at these precise percentages. Nothing is over-represented. Nothing is left out. You are practising on the same proportional structure as the real exam, every single time.

What Makes These Practice Exams Different

There is no shortage of practice question products in the CompTIA marketplace. What separates this course is the quality, depth, and integrity of every question.

Every question in this series was developed with the following standards in mind:

• Scenario-driven design — questions reflect realistic IT support, helpdesk, and desktop support job tasks rather than abstract recall

• CompTIA-style phrasing — candidates encounter language like MOST likely, FIRST step, BEST solution, and LEAST disruptive, mirroring the cognitive style of the real exam

• Plausible distractors — all four answer options are credible, requiring genuine understanding rather than guesswork

• No repeated scenarios across sets — all six practice exams are independently unique, giving you 900 non-duplicated questions

• Aligned to V15 objectives only — no outdated content, no deprecated technologies, no unsupported Windows versions

Questions span a balanced difficulty range. Approximately 20% are accessible and confidence-building, 50% reflect moderate exam-level difficulty, and 30% are genuinely challenging multi-step scenarios designed to stretch your understanding and prepare you for the harder questions you will encounter on the real exam.

Topics Covered Across the Full Series

The practice exams cover the complete breadth of the 220-1202 exam blueprint, including:

Operating Systems

• Windows 10 and Windows 11 editions, features, and upgrade paths

• OS installation types — clean install, upgrade, image deployment, repair installation

• GPT and MBR partitioning

• Windows administrative tools including Task Manager, Event Viewer, Device Manager, and Registry Editor

• Command-line tools — ipconfig, sfc, chkdsk, diskpart, gpupdate, and more

• macOS features including Time Machine, FileVault, Disk Utility, and Finder

• Linux command-line fundamentals — file management, permissions, package management

• Cloud-based productivity tool configuration

• Application installation requirements and compatibility considerations

Security

• Physical and logical security measures

• Multifactor authentication types and implementation

• Windows Defender, UAC, BitLocker, BitLocker-To-Go, and EFS

• NTFS vs. share permissions and inheritance

• WPA2 and WPA3 wireless security protocols

• Malware types — ransomware, rootkits, keyloggers, cryptominers, fileless malware, and more

• SOHO malware removal procedures in the correct sequence

• Social engineering attacks — phishing, vishing, smishing, spear phishing, and tailgating

• Mobile device hardening and MDM policies

• Data destruction and disposal methods

• Browser security settings and configuration

• Workstation hardening techniques

Software Troubleshooting

• Blue screen of death diagnosis and resolution

• Boot failure identification and repair sequencing

• Degraded system performance and slow profile load

• Application crashes, failed updates, and services not starting

• Mobile OS and application issues

• PC security symptoms — browser redirection, certificate warnings, pop-ups, and altered files

• Mobile security symptoms — high data usage, unexpected app behaviour, and unauthorised access indicators

Operational Procedures

• Ticketing systems and documentation best practices

• Asset management and configuration management databases

• Change management types — standard, normal, and emergency changes

• Backup types — full, incremental, differential, and synthetic full

• Backup rotation schemes including GFS and the 3-2-1 rule

• Safety procedures and environmental controls

• Incident response and chain of custody

• Licensing types — perpetual, personal, corporate, and open-source

• NDA, MNDA, and acceptable use policies

• Professional communication and customer service techniques

• Remote access technologies — RDP, VPN, SSH, VNC, RMM, and WinRM

• Scripting basics and associated risks

• Artificial intelligence fundamentals — bias, hallucinations, data privacy, and appropriate use policy

Premium Explanations — Where the Real Learning Happens

Every question in this course includes a detailed explanation for every answer option — not just the correct one.

Correct answer explanations are written to confirm understanding, reinforce the underlying objective, and provide real-world technical context. They explain not only what the right answer is, but why it is right and how it applies in practice.

Incorrect answer explanations address common misconceptions directly. They explain why each distractor is wrong in the specific context of the question, which is where many candidates genuinely deepen their understanding.

This approach means you are not just checking whether you got something right. You are building a layered understanding of each topic that will serve you both in the exam and in your day-to-day IT role.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for candidates who are serious about passing the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) exam and want to prepare with high-quality, realistic practice material.

It is particularly well suited for:

• IT beginners and career changers who are working toward their first professional certification

• Help desk, desktop support, and IT support professionals who want to formalise their experience with a recognised credential

• Students who have completed a CompTIA A+ study course or textbook and are now in the final preparation phase

• Candidates who want to identify specific knowledge gaps before sitting the real exam

• Anyone who has previously attempted the 220-1202 exam and wants to strengthen their preparation before resitting

Who This Course Is Not For

This course is a practice exam product. It is not a teaching course and does not include video lectures, study notes, or guided instruction.

It is not the right starting point if you have not yet studied the 220-1202 exam objectives through a course, textbook, or structured learning programme. Practice exams are most effective when used alongside or after foundational study — not as a replacement for it.

If you are looking for a complete teaching course covering the 220-1202 objectives from scratch, you should complete that study first and return to this course for your exam preparation phase.

How to Use This Course Effectively

To get the maximum benefit from these practice exams, follow this approach:

• Attempt each exam under timed conditions — 120 minutes per test — to simulate real exam pressure

• Do not skip the explanations. Review every answer after each attempt, with particular focus on any question you got wrong or guessed correctly

• Track your score across each set. An upward trend across Sets 1 through 6 is a strong indicator of growing readiness

• Target a consistent score of 75% or above before booking your real exam

• If a particular domain is consistently weaker than the others, return to your study materials and review that domain before re-attempting the relevant sets

• Use Sets 5 and 6 as your final readiness assessment in the days immediately before your exam date

Relevant to the Job, Not Just the Exam

The CompTIA A+ Core 2 certification validates the skills required to work effectively in IT support, helpdesk, and desktop support roles. The questions in this course reflect that reality.

Scenarios draw on environments including corporate offices, small businesses, healthcare settings, educational institutions, and managed service providers. You will encounter realistic situations involving end-user support, system configuration, security incident response, and professional communication — the exact tasks you will face in an IT support role from day one.

Passing this exam does not just earn you a certificate. It demonstrates to employers that you have the knowledge and problem-solving skills to operate effectively in a real technical support environment.

Your Next Step

The CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam is a meaningful milestone in any IT career. Passing it demonstrates foundational competence across operating systems, security, troubleshooting, and professional practice — and opens doors to roles in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global job market.

This course gives you 900 exam-standard questions, six full-length timed practice exams, and premium explanations for every single answer option. Everything you need to assess your readiness, close your knowledge gaps, and walk into the exam with confidence is here.

Enrol now and start your preparation today.

Disclaimer

This course is independently created for exam preparation purposes. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with CompTIA, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries. CompTIA® and SecAI+® are registered trademarks of CompTIA, Inc. All exam objectives, domain structures, and exam details referenced in this course are based on publicly available information provided by CompTIA for the CY0-001 V1 examination. This course is designed to supplement — not replace — official study materials and hands-on experience.