CompTIA A+ Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the CompTIA A+ Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the CompTIA A+ exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 40 exam terms across 9 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the CompTIA A+ Vocabulary Game
Mobile Devices
Networking
Hardware
Cloud & Virtualization
Hardware & Network Troubleshooting
Operating Systems
Security
Software Troubleshooting
Operational Procedures
Sources for these terms (52)
- CompTIA — A+ Core 1 (220-1201, V15) Certification & Exam Objectives Summary · Source checked 2026-11-01
- CompTIA — A+ Core 2 (220-1202, V15) Certification & Exam Objectives Summary · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 792 — Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 826 — An Ethernet Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 1035 — Domain Names: Implementation and Specification · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 2131 — Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 3501 — Internet Message Access Protocol - Version 4rev1 (IMAP4rev1) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 3596 — DNS Extensions to Support IP Version 6 · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 3927 — Dynamic Configuration of IPv4 Link-Local Addresses · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 4251 — The Secure Shell (SSH) Protocol Architecture · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 4253 — The Secure Shell (SSH) Transport Layer Protocol · Source checked 2026-11-01
- IETF RFC 8314 — Cleartext Considered Obsolete: Use of TLS for Email Submission and Access · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-34 Rev. 1 — Contingency Planning Guide for Federal Information Systems · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-83 Rev. 1 — Guide to Malware Incident Prevention and Handling for Desktops and Laptops · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-88 Rev. 2 — Guidelines for Media Sanitization · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-97 — Establishing Wireless Robust Security Networks: A Guide to IEEE 802.11i · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-124 Rev. 2 — Guidelines for Managing the Security of Mobile Devices in the Enterprise · Source checked 2026-11-01
- NIST SP 800-145 — The NIST Definition of Cloud Computing · Source checked 2026-11-01
- USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) — USB4 Specification Overview · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Universal Serial Bus 4 (USB4) Design Details and General Requirements · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Near Field Communications (NFC) Design Guide · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — What Is Microsoft Intune? · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Configure Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) for Hyper-V · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Understanding the Storage Pool Cache (NVMe, SSD, and HDD Drive Types) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Fault Tolerance and Storage Efficiency (Mirroring and Parity / RAID) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Boot to UEFI Mode or Legacy BIOS Mode · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Secure Boot · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Recommendations · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — BitLocker Overview · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — ipconfig Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — ping Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — tracert Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — arp Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Bug Check Code Reference (Blue Screen Stop Errors) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — NTFS Overview · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Configure UEFI/GPT-Based Hard Drive Partitions · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — What Is Microsoft Management Console (MMC)? · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — File Encryption (Encrypted File System / EFS) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Access Control Lists (DACL and SACL) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — sfc (System File Checker) Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Repair a Windows Image Using DISM · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — chkdsk Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — bcdedit Command Reference · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — BCDEdit /set Boot Entry Options · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Understanding the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Microsoft Learn — Change the Listening Port for Remote Desktop · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Linux man-pages (man7.org) — chmod(1): Change File Mode Bits · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Linux man-pages (man7.org) — sudo(8): Execute a Command as Another User · Source checked 2026-11-01
- Linux man-pages (man7.org) — grep(1): Print Lines That Match Patterns · Source checked 2026-11-01
- 29 CFR § 1910.1200 — OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (Safety Data Sheets) · Source checked 2026-11-01
- RFC 9051: Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP) - Version 4rev2 · Source checked 2026-11-02
- NIST SP 800-63B-4: Authentication and Authenticator Management · Source checked 2026-11-02
About the CompTIA A+ Exam
The most popular entry-level IT certification in the world. CompTIA A+ validates foundational IT skills across hardware, networking, operating systems, security, and troubleshooting. The certification requires passing two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202), updated in March 2025 with new topics including AI fundamentals, Zero Trust security, and containers.
Exam sponsor: CompTIA / Pearson VUE. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
90 questions
Time Limit
90 minutes per exam
Passing Score
675/900 (Core 1), 700/900 (Core 2)
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CompTIA A+ vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the CompTIA A+ vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 40 CompTIA A+ terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the CompTIA A+ terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the CompTIA / Pearson VUE content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
What is the CompTIA A+ pass rate?
CompTIA does not publish pass rates for the A+ exams. The exam uses scaled scoring: Core 1 requires 675/900 and Core 2 requires 700/900. With practice questions and about 80-140 hours of study across both exams (our estimate), most candidates are well-prepared.
How many exams do I need to pass for CompTIA A+?
CompTIA A+ requires passing two separate exams: Core 1 (220-1201) covering hardware, networking, and troubleshooting, and Core 2 (220-1202) covering operating systems, security, and operational procedures. Each exam has up to 90 questions and a 90-minute time limit. Total cost is $548 ($274 per exam).