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Maya & Ben talk through CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1201 & 220-1202) in a 60-minute show that never stops: 30 segments, practical scenarios and quick checks. Tune in and keep studying while you browse.

  • Maya & Ben
  • English
  • 60-min show, always on
  • 30 segments

Show rundown

What’s on CompTIA A+ Radio

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  1. 0:0001Think like a tech: the troubleshooting method, the user and the ticket3 min
  2. 3:1902Your Call quiz · Think like a tech2 min
  3. 5:0803The user · Think like a tech3 min
  4. 7:4704The ticket · Think like a tech2 min
  5. 9:1905Myth or Fact · Think like a tech1 min
  6. 10:1606Rewind and what's next · Think like a tech2 min
  7. 11:5507Safe hands: static, power and dead batteries3 min
  8. 15:1408Your Call quiz · Safe hands2 min
  9. 17:1909Power · Safe hands2 min
  10. 19:3910Dead batteries · Safe hands2 min
  11. 21:3511Myth or Fact · Safe hands1 min
  12. 22:3112Rewind and what's next · Safe hands2 min
  13. 24:1813Malware and the human firewall: phishing and the ten removal steps3 min
  14. 27:1514Your Call quiz · Malware and the human firewall2 min
  15. 29:1215Removal steps one to three · Malware and the human firewall2 min
  16. 31:3316Removal steps four to ten · Malware and the human firewall2 min
  17. 33:3717Myth or Fact · Malware and the human firewall1 min
  18. 34:3018Rewind and what's next · Malware and the human firewall2 min
  19. 36:1119Networks at the help desk: addresses, names and the office router3 min
  20. 39:1820Your Call quiz · Networks at the help desk2 min
  21. 41:1021Names · Networks at the help desk2 min
  22. 43:3822The office router · Networks at the help desk2 min
  23. 45:2623Myth or Fact · Networks at the help desk1 min
  24. 46:2524Rewind and what's next · Networks at the help desk2 min
  25. 48:1025Changes, backups and a drive's last day3 min
  26. 51:0426Your Call quiz · Changes and backups2 min
  27. 52:5327Backups · Changes and backups3 min
  28. 55:3428A drive's last day · Changes and backups2 min
  29. 57:0829Myth or Fact · Changes and backups1 min
  30. 58:0130Rewind and what's next · Changes and backups2 min

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About CompTIA A+

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
Assessment
Maximum 90 questions per exam
Time limit
90 minutes per exam
Passing score
675/900 (Core 1), 700/900 (Core 2)
Official exam information

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CompTIA A+ radio FAQ

Is CompTIA A+ Radio free?

Yes. CompTIA A+ Exam Prep Radio is free to listen to, with no sign-up. Press the power button and you join the broadcast straight away.

How does CompTIA A+ Radio work?

It is a 60-minute recorded study show that broadcasts continuously. Everyone tuned in hears the same moment, like real radio. Turn it off whenever you like; turning it back on joins the current broadcast.

How is this different from a study podcast?

It works like a study podcast that is always on. Instead of choosing an episode, you join the show in progress, and everyone on a station hears the same moment. There is no seek bar, speed control or download.

Who are the hosts?

Maya & Ben are AI-generated hosts. The show is independent study material from OpenExamPrep; check exam rules with the official exam sponsor and practice with our free questions.

Can I keep listening while I practice?

Yes. Open practice questions, study guides or flashcards on any page. The radio keeps playing, and the header has a power button to turn it off or back on.

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 200+ 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).