CompTIA A+ (220-1102)

 1. A System admionistrator would like to check for  logical file system error on a Windows volume. Which of the following would be the BEST choice for this task?

gpupdate

chddsk -

robocopy

format

sfc

Use a welding mask

The chkdsk (Check Disk) command can identity and fix both logical file system errors and physical sector issues on a storage drive.

2. Which of the following would alllow a user to move from Windows 10 to Windows 11 while keeping all personal files and configuration?

Re-image

Dual-boot

In-place upgrade - 

Restore from backup

Clean install

Print everything

An in-place upgrade maintains all of the existing applications and documents after the upgrade is complete.

3. The Windows operating system and user data is encrypted on a user's laptop. Which of the following is likely configured on this system?

BitLocker - 

SSL VPN

Group Policy

RDP

EFS

Pig Latin

BitLocker provides full-disk encryption to protect all system and user data on a storage drive.

4. During startup, a windows computer shows the message "One or more services failed to start." Which of the following would be the MOST likely reason for this message?

a. Invalid startup device selected

b. Invalid VLAN assignment

c. Boot loader replaced or changed

d. Incorrect service permissions - 

e. Outdated UEFI BIOS

5. What is the minimum amount of RAM required to install Windows 11?

512 MB

1 GB

2 GB

4 GB - 

8 GB

Time for a Minesweeper session

The minimum RAM required to install Windows 11 is 4 GB.

6. An MSP is monitoring and patching multiple client systems from a single screen.Which of the following would BEST describe this system?

SSH

MSRA

SNMP

IPsec VPN

RMM - 

Lot os typing

An RMM (Remote Monitoring and Management) system is commonly used by MSPs (Managed Service Providers) to support multiple clients.

7.  Which of the following would be the BEST use case for scripting?

Map a drive during login -

Send a document to a network printer

Move a USB drive between systems

Digitally sign an email message

Paste an image to a presentation

I could use another keyboard

Automation and scripting is commonly used during the login process to map drives and manage user profiles.

8. A system administrator needs to automate the backup on a Linux server. Which of the following would be the BEST choice?

PowerShell

JavaScript

Shell script -

Batch file

VBScript

Lots of typing

A shell script is used to automate the Linux OS at the command line.

9. Which of the following would br the BEST method for communicating effectively with a user while troubleshooting their issue?

A. Use complex technical terms to explain the issue in detail

B. Utilize analogies or metaphors that are relatable to the user - 

C. Provide a comprehensive list of every possible solution

D. Assume that the user already knows the necessary troubleschooting steps

E. Speak quickly to expedite the resolution process

F. Consider using semaphore

Utilizing relatable analogies can help everyone better understand the issue and the potential resolution.

10. A purchase request has requested software labeled as FOSS. Which of the following would BEST describe this software?

A. The software is cloud-based

B. Can be compiled on the destination server - 

C. The software is licensed by individual device

D. The software is Linux-based

E. An executable is provided for installation

F. Software is delivered on 3.5" floppy discs

FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) is available at no cost and includes the source code.

11. Which of the following would be MOST likely found on an MSDS?

A. End-of-life calendar

B. Product roadmap

C. Power requirements

D. Storage capacity

E. Disposal information -

F. The location of my lost car keys

An MSDS (Material safety Data Sheet) contains important information about product safety, disposal, storage recommendations, and more.

12. A data center technician has connected an equipment rack to an electrical ground. Which of the following would be the BEST reason for this connection?

A. Increase voltage of the electrical current

B. Automatically switch between different voltages

C. Provide a redundant power source

D. Divert any electrical faults -

E. Connect to a secondary power supply

F. There's some dirt on the floor

The purpose of an electrial ground is to provide a pathway for any electrical faults to the earth and away from an individual.

13. A user would like to share their language preference with websites they visit. Whice of the following Windows settings would provide this option?

Personalization

Time and Language

Devices

Network and Internet

Privacy - 

Pig Latin isn't listed

Language sharing, app activity, speach recognition, and other options are managed under Setting / Privacy.

14. A user would like to make their printer available for other users on the network. Which of the following would provide this functionality?

Proxy settings

Network profile

Printer properties -

Event Viewer

Metered connection

Asign with an arrow

The Sharing tab of the Printer Properties can make a printer available to other users on the network.

15. A system administrator requires each remote connection to provide secure authentication and encrypted data. Which of the following would BEST fit this requirement?

WWAN connection

Wired Ethernet

802.11 open network

VPN tunnel -

Metro Ethernet

Cans and string

A VPN tunnel provides a secure connection for network communiction.

16. A company's DHCP server is currently unavilable. Which of the following IP addresses could be automatically assigned to new network devices?

169.254.70.21 -

10.1.27.16

127.0.0.1

192.168.1.55

172.16.30.17

Any random munbers

APIPA (Automatic Private IP Addressing) can assign an IP address in the range of 169.254.1.0 to 169.254.254.255.

17. A user is concerned about incoming network connections when working on a public Wi-Fi network. Which of the following would stop all inbound connection attempts?

Proxy settings

Programs and Features

Device Manager

Windows Defender Firewall -

Indexing options

A hammer

The Windows Firewall can be configured to allow or deny any or all inbound connections to a system.

18. A macOS technician would like to limit the results that are shown when performing a file search. Which of the following would provide this functionality?

Keychain

Mission Control

Spotlight -

Gestures

FileVault

Squint your eyes

Spotlight option allow for the addition or removal of file categories from the macOS file search function.

 

19. A technician is making a change to the macOS Privacy System Preferences. Which of the following would be the MOST likely reason for this change?

Automatically backup the system

Enable scripting and automation

Disable location services -

Add and remove a printer

Disable IPv6 addressing 

Chage the laptop color

The macOS Privacy options in System Preferences can limit application access to location services, photos, calendars and more.

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