CompTIA 220-1101 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1101 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 821:

  HOTSPOT

  A technician is setting up a video-editing workstation and the operating system is already installed on an internal M.2 drive.

  The new workstation must meet the following requirements:

  1. Be able to edit files at the fastest speed

  2. Allow for disk failure without any downtime

  3. Have 2TB of usable space

  4. Ensure the most robust fault tolerance INSTRUCTIONS Use the drop-down menus to select the appropriate RAID level, drive types, and drive sizes based on the requirements above. For each drive type that is selected, a corresponding drive size must also be selected.

  

  

  

• Question 822:

  A user wants to confirm that all necessary hardware is functional for a webinar.

  Which of the following should the user test and configure in the webinar application prior to joining? (Select three).

  A. Keyboard
  B. Digital pen
  C. Speakers
  D. Mouse
  E. Camera
  F. Docking station
  G. Microphone
  H. Monitor
  C. Speakers
  E. Camera
  G. Microphone

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  Explanation

  When preparing for a webinar, it is crucial to ensure that all necessary multimedia hardware is functional for both input and output devices. The three key hardware components to test and configure in a webinar setting are:

  Speakers: The user must test and configure speakers to hear the audio during the webinar, such as the presenter's voice or any media shared. Camera: The camera is essential for video communication, allowing the user to broadcast their image to others in the webinar. Many webinar platforms will have settings to test and adjust the video feed from the camera. Microphone: A functional microphone is critical for the user to participate verbally in the webinar. The user should test this to ensure that they can be heard clearly by other participants.

  Why the other options are incorrect:

  Keyboard: While it might be used to type messages or navigate, it's not necessary to test the keyboard specifically for webinar participation. Digital pen: A digital pen is used for specialized input, like drawing or writing on touchscreen devices, but it is not typically required for a standard webinar.

  Mouse: Similar to the keyboard, a mouse can help navigate, but it's not crucial to test for functionality in a webinar context.

  Docking station: A docking station is a hardware peripheral that provides additional ports and connectivity. While it might be useful, testing the docking station itself isn't necessary for ensuring a successful webinar. Monitor: A monitor allows the user to view the content, but it typically does not need to be specifically tested in a webinar application. The focus should be on audio and video components.

  These components fall under the Mobile Devices and Peripheral Hardware domain of the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam.

• Question 823:

  A network technician is working to locate an end user's Cat 6 cable within a network rack. The server rack is poorly documented, and a cable management system has not been implemented_ Which of the following would be the best tool to best identify the correct cable?

  A. Cable tester
  B. Network tap
  C. Toner probe
  D. Loopback plug
  C. Toner probe

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  Explanation

  The best tool to identify the correct cable is

  C. Toner probe. A toner probe is a device that can be used to locate and trace a specific cable within a network rack or a wall outlet. A toner probe consists of two parts: a tone generator and a tone detector. The tone generator is connected to one end of the cable and sends an audible signal through the cable. The tone detector is used to scan the other end of the cable and pick up the signal. The tone detector emits a sound or a light when it detects the signal, indicating the correct cable. A toner probe can be useful for network technicians who need to locate an end user's Cat 6 cable within a network rack that is poorly documented and has no cable management system. A Cat 6 cable is a type of twisted pair cable that can support high-speed data transmission over Ethernet networks. A network rack is a frame that holds network equipment, such as servers, switches, routers, or patch panels. A cable management system is a set of devices or methods that organize and secure the cables within a network rack . The other options are not the best tools to identify the correct cable, because they have different purposes or limitations. A cable tester (option A) is a device that can be used to test the functionality and quality of a cable, such as its continuity, resistance, or interference. A cable tester can help diagnose and troubleshoot faulty cables, but it cannot locate or trace specific cables within a network rack. A network tap (option B) is a device that can be used to monitor and analyze the traffic and data that pass through a network. A network tap can help capture and inspect network packets, but it cannot locate or trace specific cables within a network rack. A loopback plug (option D) is a device that can be used to test the functionality and connectivity of a port or an interface. A loopback plug can help verify if a port or an interface is working properly, but it cannot locate or trace specific cables within a network rack. For more information about toner probes and other network tools, you can refer to the following web search results: [What Is a Toner Probe?], [What Is Cat 6 Cable?], [What Is a Network Rack?], [What Is a Cable Tester?], [What Is a Network Tap?], [What Is a Loopback Plug?].

• Question 824:

  Which of the following Ethernet cables would BEST support an application that requires a 600 Mbps throughput at the lowest price point?

  A. Cat 3
  B. Cat 5
  C. Cat 5e
  D. Cat 6
  C. Cat 5e

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  Explanation

• Question 825:

  A technician is troubleshooting intermittent fuzzy video on a computer using a VGA to DisplayPort adapter to connect to a monitor. The monitor with a VGA connector was previously working tine for another user. The technician replaces the adapter; however, the issue persists. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT?

  A. Use another brand of VGA lo DisplayPort adapter.
  B. Research the issue further and formulate a new hypothesis to test.
  C. Ask the user additional clarifying questions regarding the issue.
  D. Document the action taken and the outcome.
  C. Ask the user additional clarifying questions regarding the issue.

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  Explanation

  https://spryzensecurity.medium.com/what-is-troubleshooting-methodology-40cec6b6494 The technician should ask the user additional clarifying questions regarding the issue. This will help to identify any other potential causes of the issue, such as software configuration or compatibility issues, before attempting any further troubleshooting steps.

• Question 826:

  To control costs a company provides a limited number or users with company phones One of these users opens a support ticket because the phone no longer allows internet Drowsing over a cellular connection The user acknowledges that the phone worked before the user's child streamed several movies using the device

  Which of the following describes why the phone cannot browse the Internet?

  A. The child accidentally connected to a neighbor's WLAN
  B. The company's group policy disabled the device
  C. The device has a data cap and has reached that limit
  D. The device's plan has been unpaid
  C. The device has a data cap and has reached that limit

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  Explanation

  It is common for companies to place a data cap on the devices they provide to their employees, to control costs. If a user has exceeded the data cap, the phone may no longer allow internet browsing over a cellular connection. This is usually because the cellular data usage has exceeded the allotted amount for the particular plan the device is on, and the service provider has temporarily suspended the data connection. It is unlikely that the child accidentally connected to a neighbor's WLAN because this would not affect the cellular data connection. Similarly, it is unlikely that the company's group policy has disabled the device, as this would likely affect all devices under the same policy. If the device's plan has been unpaid, the service provider would likely temporarily suspend all services, not just the cellular data connection.

  CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Guide, page 329.

• Question 827:

  A user with a custom hosts file is having difficulty connecting to a locally hosted site on a small office network. The technician cannot ping the server hostname from the user's computer. Which of the following should the technician ensure on the server?

  A. The server is configured with a static IP address.
  B. The server does not have an APIPA.
  C. The appropriate services are enabled on the server.
  D. The server's secondary NIC is functioning.
  A. The server is configured with a static IP address.

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  Explanation

  A custom hosts file is a file that maps hostnames to IP addresses, allowing the user to access websites or servers by their names instead of their numerical addresses. For example, a user can add a line like 192.168.1.100 myserver.local to their hosts file and then access the server by typing myserver.local in their browser. However, this method only works if the IP address of the server does not change. If the server is configured with a dynamic IP address, which means it can be assigned a different IP address by the network router or DHCP server, then the hosts file entry will become invalid and the user will not be able to connect to the server by its hostname. Therefore, the technician should ensure that the server is configured with a static IP address, which means it has a fixed and permanent IP address that does not change. This way, the hosts file entry will always point to the correct IP address of the server and the user will be able to ping the server hostname from their computer.

  References: How to Add a Local DNS Lookup to Hosts File - Help Desk Geek1 Set Custom Domain Name for localhost Website in IIS - TutorialsTeacher.com2 The Official CompTIA A+ Core 1 Student Guide (Exam 220-1101) eBook, page 4-9

• Question 828:

  Which of the following Internet connection types often terminates at a switching center and then requires the use of a different media for the last mile to the customer?

  A. ISDN
  B. DSL
  C. Fiber
  D. Cable
  B. DSL

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  Explanation

• Question 829:

  A technician assembled a new PC. After a few minutes, the computer slows down and then shuts itself off. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the failure?

  A. Thermal paste was not used.
  B. The GPU needs additional power.
  C. The memory is insufficient.
  D. The motherboard is incompatible.
  A. Thermal paste was not used.

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  Explanation

• Question 830:

  An ISP has notified a SOHO user of a usage increase on the user's network. The user is concerned the WiFi network is being utilized by unauthorized users. Which of the following would minimize the unauthorized use of the WiFi network?

  A. Implement MAC filtering
  B. Enable NAT
  C. Create a network DMZ
  D. Upgrade the encryption standards
  A. Implement MAC filtering

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  Explanation