Cloud Essentials+

CLO-002

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Exam Details

Duration60 min
Passing Score720
Languages English +1
LevelEntry-level
TestingPearson VUE
Valid ForGood for life (no expiration)
Release DateOct 31, 2019
Exam Cost$126

What topics are on the CLO-002 exam?

1

Cloud Concepts 24%

1.1
Explain cloud principles
4 subtopics
1.1.1Service models
1.1.2Deployment models
1.1.3Cloud characteristics
1.1.4Shared responsibility model
Learning Objectives
  • Understand and differentiate between cloud service models
  • Identify appropriate deployment models for different scenarios
  • Recognize essential cloud characteristics
  • Explain the shared responsibility model
1.2
Identify cloud networking concepts
3 subtopics
1.2.1Connectivity types
1.2.2Common access types
1.2.3Network services
Learning Objectives
  • Understand cloud connectivity options
  • Identify appropriate access methods for cloud resources
  • Explain cloud networking services and their purposes
1.3
Identify cloud storage technologies
4 subtopics
1.3.1Storage features
1.3.2Storage characteristics
1.3.3Storage types
1.3.4Storage services
Learning Objectives
  • Differentiate between cloud storage types
  • Understand storage optimization features
  • Identify appropriate storage solutions for different scenarios
1.4
Summarize important aspects of cloud design
2 subtopics
1.4.1Redundancy and availability
1.4.2Recovery objectives
Learning Objectives
  • Understand cloud design principles for availability
  • Define and calculate recovery objectives
  • Design for disaster recovery scenarios
Domain Hands-on Skills
Identifying appropriate cloud service modelsSelecting deployment models based on requirementsChoosing storage solutions for different use casesCalculating RPO and RTO requirements
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Confusing IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS responsibilities
  • Not understanding the shared responsibility model
  • Incorrectly matching storage types to use cases
  • Mixing up RPO and RTO definitions
2

Business Principles of Cloud Environments 28%

3

Management and Technical Operations 26%

4

Governance, Risk, Compliance, and Security for the Cloud 22%

How do I earn the Cloud Essentials+ certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Cloud

Current Level

Alternative Paths

  • Cloud Essentials V3Cloud Essentials Training Course
  • ITF+CompTIA IT Fundamentals+

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Not required - CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ is good for life

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Official Resources

CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ (CLO-002) Exam Objectivesexam_objectivesThe Official CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Self-Paced Study Guidestudy_guideCompTIA CertMaster Practice for Cloud Essentials+practice_testThe Official CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Student Guidestudent_guide

Free Resources

CLO-002 Exam Objectives PDFexam_objectivesCloud Essentials+ Certification Pagecertification_info

Study Tips

  • Focus on business aspects of cloud computing, not just technical details
  • Understand the differences between CapEx and OpEx models
  • Master the shared responsibility model for different service types
  • Know the differences between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
  • Understand cloud migration strategies (lift and shift, rip and replace, hybrid, phased)
  • Study compliance and regulatory requirements for cloud
  • Practice calculating RPO and RTO for disaster recovery
  • Review all acronyms listed in the exam objectives

What's changed on this exam?

Status: RETIRING
Retired: 2025-09-25
Replacement: None - replaced by Cloud Essentials V3 training course

Technology Coverage

Cloud Service ModelsCurrent

Core focus on IaaS, PaaS, SaaS understanding

Released: 2019
Cloud Migration StrategiesCurrent

Covers lift and shift, rip and replace, hybrid, phased approaches

Released: 2019

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • 6-12 months of work experience as a business analyst in an IT environment
  • Some exposure to cloud technologies

Experience Level: Entry

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$126 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid ForGood for life (no expiration)
Recertification
  • CompTIA certifications are good for life and do not need to be renewed

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