CompTIA 220-1102 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1102 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 231:

  Which of the following file extensions are commonly used to install applications on a macOS machine? (Select THREE).

  A. .mac
  B. .Pkg
  C. .deb
  D. .dmg
  E. .msi
  F. .appx
  G. .app
  H. .apk
  B. .Pkg
  D. .dmg
  G. .app

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  Explanation

  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/common-file-name-extensions-in-windows-da4a4430-8e76-89c5-59f7-1cdbbc75cb01

  .pkg and .dmg are files used to distribute and install applications on macOS. .pkg files are installer packages that may contain multiple files and executable code, while .dmg files are disk images that can contain a single bundled application or multiple applications. .app files are typically the main executable files for macOS applications. The other options listed are file extensions for applications or installers on other platforms (such as .deb for Debian- based Linux systems, .msi for Windows, and .apk for Android). This information is covered in the Comptia A+ Core2 documents/guide under the Mac OS section.

• Question 232:

  Which of the following is the most practical method to reduce the number of clicks on phishing emails for a public-facing organization?

  A. Providing user awareness education
  B. Introducing a BYOD policy
  C. Setting up SMTP filtering rules
  D. Restricting emails from personal email addresses
  A. Providing user awareness education

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  Explanation

  User awareness education is the most effective method for reducing phishing attacks. Training users to recognize suspicious emails, links, and attachments can prevent them from falling for phishing attempts. Technical solutions like SMTP

  filtering (C) and restricting emails (D) can help but are not as effective without user vigilance. A BYOD policy (B) does not directly address phishing email threats.

  Core 2, Domain 2.4 - Security measures and social engineering.

• Question 233:

  Users report having difficulty using the Windows Hello facial recognition feature. Which of the following is a secondary feature of Windows Hello that can be used to log in?

  A. Personal identification number
  B. Username/password
  C. One-time-use token
  D. Cryptographic device
  A. Personal identification number

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  Explanation

  Windows Hello is a biometric-based technology that enables Windows 10 users to authenticate secure access to their devices, apps, online services, and networks with just a look or a touch. If users have difficulty using the facial recognition feature, Windows Hello also supports a Personal Identification Number (PIN) as a secondary feature for logging in. The PIN is tied to the specific device on which it is set up, adding a layer of security even if the PIN is obtained by someone else. Personal identification number: The PIN serves as an alternative to the facial recognition feature, allowing users to quickly and securely access their devices without relying solely on biometric authentication. Username/password (B) is the traditional method of authentication but is not specifically a secondary feature of Windows Hello. One-time-use token (C) and cryptographic device (D) could be part of an MFA setup but are not directly related to Windows Hello's alternate authentication options.

• Question 234:

  A company recently outsourced its night-shift cleaning service. A technician is concerned about having unsupervised contractors in the building. Which of the following security measures can be used to prevent the computers from being accessed? (Choose two.)

  A. Implementing data-at-rest encryption
  B. Disabling AutoRun
  C. Restricting user permissions
  D. Restricting log-in times
  E. Enabling a screen lock
  F. Disabling local administrator accounts
  C. Restricting user permissions
  F. Disabling local administrator accounts

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  Explanation

  While the other options (A, B, D, and E) are important security measures in general, they may not directly address the concern of contractors accessing the computers during their cleaning duties. Data-at-rest encryption, disabling AutoRun, restricting log-in times, and enabling a screen lock are more focused on protecting data and controlling system behavior but may not specifically prevent unsupervised access to computers by contractors.

• Question 235:

  A technician is building a new desktop machine for a user who will be using the workstation to render 3-D promotional movies. Which of the following is the most important component?

  A. Dedicated GPU
  B. DDR5 SODIMM
  C. NVMe disk
  D. 64-bit CPU
  A. Dedicated GPU

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  Explanation

  A dedicated GPU (graphics processing unit) is the most important component for rendering 3- D promotional movies, as it can handle the complex calculations and graphics operations required for creating realistic and high-quality images. A dedicated GPU has its own memory and processor, which are optimized for graphics tasks. A dedicated GPU can also support multiple monitors, high resolutions, and advanced features such as ray tracing12.

  References: 1 What Kind of Computer Do You Need for 3D Rendering in 2021?(https://kitbash3d.com/a/ blog/best-computer-for-3d-rendering-2021)2 How to Choose the Best Hardware for a 3D Artist - GarageFarm(https://garagefarm.net/ blog/how-to- choose-the-besthardware-for-a-3d-artist).

• Question 236:

  A technician needs to strengthen security controls against brute-force attacks. Which of the following options best meets this requirement?

  A. Multifactor authentication
  B. Encryption
  C. Increased password complexity
  D. Secure password vault
  A. Multifactor authentication

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  Explanation

  Multifactor authentication (MFA) significantly enhances security by requiring two or more forms of verification before granting access to an account or system. This method is highly effective against brute-force attacks, where attackers attempt to guess a user's password through repeated trials. By implementing MFA, even if a password is compromised, unauthorized access is still prevented without the additional authentication factor(s), such as a code from a smartphone app, a fingerprint, or a physical security token. Multifactor authentication: Provides an additional layer of security beyond just the password, making it much harder for attackers to gain unauthorized access through brute-force methods, as they would need to compromise more than one authentication factor. Encryption (B) is crucial for protecting data at rest and in transit, but it does not directly prevent brute-force login attempts. Increased password complexity (C) can deter brute- force attacks by making passwords harder to guess, but it is not as effective as MFA in preventing access when passwords are compromised. A secure password vault (D) helps users manage and store their passwords securely, which can indirectly contribute to security by allowing users to keep more complex passwords, but it does not directly prevent brute-force attacks on accounts.

• Question 237:

  A technician needs to transfer a large number of files over an unreliable connection. The technician should be able to resume the process if the connection is interrupted. Which of the following tools can be used?

  A. afc
  B. ehkdsk
  C. git clone
  D. zobocopy
  A. afc

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  Explanation

  The technician should use afc to transfer a large number of files over an unreliable connection and be able to resume the process if the connection is interrupted

• Question 238:

  A technician is installing an operating system on a new computer.

  Which of the following is the first step of the process?

  A. Setting the boot order
  B. Formatting the hard drive
  C. Entering the product key
  D. Selecting the filesystem
  A. Setting the boot order

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  Explanation

  The first step in installing an operating system on a new computer is Setting the boot order (Option A). This ensures that the computer can boot from the installation media (USB, DVD, etc.). Once the boot order is configured, the system can

  start from the installation source, and the rest of the OS installation process can proceed.

  Formatting the hard drive (Option B) comes later in the process, after the installation media is booted. Entering the product key (Option C) and Selecting the filesystem (Option D) are subsequent steps during the installation process.

  References:

  CompTIA A+ Core 2 1.9 - Perform OS installations and upgrades, including setting boot methods and boot order.

• Question 239:

  Which of the following environmental effects can be the result of using virtualization?

  A. Greater energy consumption
  B. Noise pollution
  C. Reduced space requirements
  D. Fewer maintenance needs
  C. Reduced space requirements

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  Explanation

  One of the key environmental benefits of using virtualization is the reduction in physical space requirements. Virtualization allows multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical server, reducing the need for multiple physical servers. This

  consolidation leads to fewer physical machines, saving space in data centers and reducing the overall physical footprint. Greater energy consumption is incorrect as virtualization typically leads to reduced energy consumption due to the

  consolidation of hardware.

  Noise pollution can be reduced because fewer physical machines often mean less overall noise. Fewer maintenance needs is a possible benefit but not directly related to environmental effects like reduced space requirements.

  References:

  CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) Exam Objectives, Section 4.5: Summarizing environmental impacts and local environmental controls, including the benefits of virtualization.

• Question 240:

  Which of the following wireless security features can be enabled lo allow a user to use login credentials to attach lo available corporate SSIDs?

  A. TACACS+
  B. Kerberos
  C. Preshared key
  D. WPA2/AES
  D. WPA2/AES

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  Explanation

  WPA2/AES (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2/Advanced Encryption Standard) is a wireless security standard that supports enterprise mode, which allows a user to use login credentials (username and password) to authenticate to available corporate SSIDs (service set identifiers). TACACS+ (Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System Plus) and Kerberos are network authentication protocols, but they are not wireless security features. Preshared key is another wireless security feature, but it does not use login credentials.

  References: https://www.comptia.org/blog/wireless-security-standards https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a