COMPTIA N+

What’s on the CompTIA N+ exam?

The exam for the certification combines multiple-choice questions and performance-based questions. The exam broadly tests your knowledge of various IT basics in categories including hardware, software, networking, operating systems, and security. Expect questions to cover the following domains:

Domains for exam 220-1001

• Mobile devices: Installing and configuring laptops and mobile devices

• Networking: Types of networks and connections (TCP/IP, wifi, SOHO, etc.)

• Hardware: Identifying, using, and connecting devices and hardware components

• Virtualization and cloud computing: Comparing cloud concepts and setting up client-side virtualization

• Hardware and network troubleshooting: Solving issues with devices and networks

Domains for exam 220-1002

 

• Operating systems: Installing and configuring Windows OS, and understanding Mac OS, Linux, and mobile OS

• Security: Identifying and protecting against vulnerabilities in both devices and networks

• Software troubleshooting: Resolving issues with applications on PC and mobile devices, including security support

• Operational procedures: Best practices for safety, sustainability, communication, and professionalism

How to get a CompTIA N+ certification

There are several ways you can prepare for the CompTIA N+ exam:

• Online, instructor led-courses can prepare you for the exam.
• Community colleges in your area might offer preparatory courses.
• Self-study—learning through online videos or books without an instructor—can also work.

Whatever method you choose, CompTIA recommends dedicating 120 hours to prepare for the test.