Chapter One. Introduction to the 220-801 Exam

The CompTIA A+ 220-801 exam is all about PC hardware, networking, and procedures. The majority of this exam covers the nuts and bolts of computer building.

In this chapter we’ll briefly discuss how the exam is categorized, give you some test-taking tips, and then prepare you to take the three 220-801 exams that follow this chapter.

Exam Breakdown

The CompTIA A+ 220-801 exam is divided up by domain. Each domain makes up a certain percentage of the test. The five domains of the A+ 220-801 exam and their respective percentages are listed in Table 1.1.

Table 1.1. 220-801 Domains

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