CompTIA A+ (220-1201/1202) TotalSims + TotalTester Bundle

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Product Overview

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ exams with both TotalSims and TotalTester in one bundle. The simulations build hands-on skill, and the practice questions check whether that skill has stuck.

A+ requires you to pass two exams, Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202), and both mix multiple-choice questions with performance-based ones. Therefore practicing in both formats matters. Get certified the best way, with TotalSims and TotalTester together.

• TotalSims interactive simulations: 296 hands-on simulation elements across 192 lab topics, covering the 220-1201 and 220-1202 exams
• TotalTester practice tests: 1,000+ multiple-choice questions covering the 220-1201 and 220-1202 exams
• License: single-user one-year license for both TotalSims and TotalTester
• Operating system requirement: Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, or Linux (iOS and Android not supported)

Certification Alignment

CompTIA A+ requires you to pass two separate exams. Both components in this bundle map to the official domains of each.

Core 1 (220-1201)

• Mobile Devices (13%) — hardware, accessories, connectivity, and mobile device management
• Networking (23%) — ports and protocols, wireless standards, hardware, and SOHO configuration
• Hardware (25%) — cables, RAM, storage, motherboards, CPUs, power, and printers
• Virtualization and Cloud Computing (11%) — hypervisors, virtual machines, and cloud models
• Hardware and Network Troubleshooting (28%) — diagnosing hardware, display, mobile, network, and printer faults

Core 2 (220-1202)

• Operating Systems (28%) — Windows, macOS, Linux, command line, and installation
• Security (28%) — malware, social engineering, authentication, and workstation hardening
• Software Troubleshooting (23%) — operating system, application, and malware removal scenarios
• Operational Procedures (21%) — safety, documentation, change management, and professionalism

Troubleshooting carries the heaviest weight in Core 1, while Operating Systems and Security together make up more than half of Core 2.

Career Impact

A+ is the recognized starting point for a career in IT support. Employers hire support staff who can do the work, so lab practice matters alongside the certificate.

• Prepares you for roles such as IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, and Field Service Technician
• Also fits Desktop Support Analysts and Technical Support Specialists
• Meets the U.S. Department of Defense 8140/8570 baseline requirement for several IT support roles
• Leads naturally to CompTIA Network+ and Security+ as your next certifications

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this bundle, you can do the following.

• Install and configure core hardware, including CPUs, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, and storage.
• Navigate and administer Windows, macOS, and Linux, including the command-line interface.
• Create and manage users, groups, and NTFS permissions.
• Configure networking settings, troubleshoot connectivity, and set up SOHO networks.
• Set up and secure mobile devices, printers, and multifunction devices.
• Apply endpoint security practices and follow standard operational procedures.
• Answer both multiple-choice and performance-based questions under exam conditions.

Prerequisites

There is no prerequisite certification for A+. CompTIA recommends about 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support role, though that is a guideline rather than a requirement.

Neither component teaches from scratch, so this bundle works best alongside a full course such as the Total Seminars A+ video training, or a study guide. Each simulation does open with a short guided walkthrough before it challenges you to apply the skill. You need a Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, or Linux computer, because iOS and Android are not supported.

TotalSims Features

TotalSims for CompTIA A+ prepares you for CompTIA’s performance-based questions through four learning tools.

• Show! — operating system and application training demonstrations
• Click! — interactive graphical Windows and macOS exercises
• Type! — interactive command-line exercises
• Challenge! — interactive configuration and identification exercises that mimic performance-based exam questions

Try a sample A+ TotalSim live on the Training Hub

TotalTester Features

TotalTester practice test questions mirror the multiple-choice questions on both A+ exams. You control how you study, and the software tracks how you improve.

Testing Modes

• Practice Mode: tests with hints and study references
• Exam Mode: just like the real thing, no help, just you and the questions
• Results graded by topic for easy review

Customized Tests

• Filter questions by chapter in the associated book or by exam objectives
• Choose whether or not to include hints and study references
• Choose the number of questions on your practice test
• Set your own time limit

Test History

• See the date you took each test
• View your final score for each test
• See the number of questions answered correctly by chapter or objective
• Review each question, see your answer, the correct answer, and explanations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in this bundle?

You get both A+ products: TotalSims, with 296 hands-on simulation elements across 192 lab topics, and TotalTester, with 1,000+ multiple-choice questions. Both cover Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202), and both live in the Total Seminars Training Hub.

Why buy them together?

The A+ exams mix multiple-choice questions with performance-based ones. TotalTester rehearses the first format and TotalSims rehearses the second, so together they cover how you will actually be tested.

Do I need to pass two exams to get A+ certified?

Yes. CompTIA A+ requires both Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202). Each exam has a maximum of 90 questions and lasts 90 minutes. Core 1 passes at 675 and Core 2 at 700.

How long do I have access?

You have one year of access to both products from the date of purchase.

What devices can I use?

Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, or Linux (iOS and Android not supported). So you need a laptop or desktop rather than a phone or tablet.

Is this aligned to the latest CompTIA A+ exam version?

Yes. Both components align to the current 220-1201 and 220-1202 objectives and cover all nine domains across the two exams.

Do I also need a video course or book?

Not necessarily. Each simulation opens with a guided demonstration, so you can learn as you go. However, most students pair this bundle with a full course or study guide for first-time coverage.

Can I use this for classroom or multi-user training?

Single-user licenses cover individual use only. Therefore, they are not valid for classroom instruction. For volume licensing, call 877-687-2768 for discounted multi-user pricing.

What happens after I purchase?

You’ll receive an order confirmation email immediately. A second email then arrives with your Total Seminars Training Hub login. Most customers get access within minutes. If nothing arrives within 30 minutes, check your spam folder or contact support@totalsem.com.

Delivery

• TotalSims interactive simulations: prepare for CompTIA’s performance-based questions online at the Total Seminars Training Hub.
• TotalTester practice tests: answer certification-exam-level questions online at the Total Seminars Training Hub. Convenient, comprehensive, and timely.

International Terms

• Orders are charged in US dollars only; exchange rates are determined by your card’s bank.

Educators

Please call 877-687-2768 for discounted multi-user pricing. Single-user licenses are not valid for classroom use.

Order Process

After completing your purchase, you will receive:

• E-mail message confirming the order
• A second email with your login credentials for the Total Seminars Training Hub. You have one year of access from the date of purchase. Log in at hub.totalsem.com on any supported computer. If nothing arrives within 30 minutes, check your spam folder or contact support@totalsem.com.