Tech+ · 20%
Security
Security is 20% of the CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+), administered by CompTIA. It falls under the IT Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Security |
| Exam | CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+) |
| Domain Weight | 20% |
| Governing Body | CompTIA |
| Available in App | CompTIA & Cisco Exam Prep: A+, Network+, CCNA & More |
| Official Source | CompTIA official website ↗ |
Tech+ Security: FAQ
How much of the Tech+ covers Security?
Security accounts for 20% of the Tech+, which has 75 questions total. CompTIA publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 6 Tech+ content areas.
What is the Tech+ exam format and how does Security fit in?
The Tech+ has 6 content areas across 75 questions in 60 minutes, with a passing score of 650/900. Security is content area 6 of 6 and carries 20% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are IT Concepts and Terminology, Infrastructure, Applications and Software, Software Development, Database Fundamentals.
How do I study for the Security section of the Tech+?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT CompTIA & Cisco Exam Prep: A+, Network+, CCNA & More app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Security questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the Tech+ and what is the passing score?
The Tech+ consists of 75 questions in 60 minutes, with a passing score of 650/900. It is administered by CompTIA and the exam fee is $127 USD. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 6 content areas.
Where can I find official CompTIA resources for Security?
The official source for Tech+ content outlines and study resources is the CompTIA website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Security, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 75+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 6 content areas.
Security is a content area on the CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+), a IT Certifications exam administered by CompTIA. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the CompTIA website.