Question 1Core 2 · 1.0
An administrator has changed a Group Policy setting and wants a user's PC to apply it now rather than at the next refresh. Which command does this?
A+ Core 2 (220-1202): what it covers
Core 2 is the software and security half of A+. Operating systems and security together are more than half the exam.
| Exam code | 220-1202 (launched 25 March 2025) |
|---|---|
| Questions | Up to 90 per exam: multiple choice, drag and drop and performance-based |
| Time | 90 minutes per exam |
| Passing score | 700 on a scale of 100 to 900 |
The four domains
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1.0 Operating Systems | 28% |
| 2.0 Security | 28% |
| 3.0 Software Troubleshooting | 23% |
| 4.0 Operational Procedures | 21% |
Where the marks are
- Operating systems: Windows tools and settings, the command line, installs and file systems, plus macOS and Linux basics.
- Security: malware and social engineering, permissions, wireless security, Windows security settings and data destruction.
- Security includes the malware removal steps in order, which come up again and again.
- Software troubleshooting: Windows problems, mobile app and OS issues, and the warning signs of a compromised PC or phone.
- Operational procedures: backups, change management, safety, professionalism, scripting, remote access and AI basics.
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Question 2Core 2 · 2.0
A technician is setting up a new home office router. Which wireless security option should she pick if all the devices support it?
Question 3Core 2 · 4.0
Which backup approach does the 3-2-1 rule describe?
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Questions people ask
Is Core 2 harder than Core 1?
It needs a higher scaled score, 700 against 675. Which feels harder depends on whether you know hardware or software better.
How many questions are on Core 2?
Up to 90, in 90 minutes, including performance-based questions.
Does Core 2 cover Linux and macOS?
Yes. Windows carries most of the operating systems domain, but common Linux commands and macOS features are included.