CompTIA 220-1102 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1102 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 371:

  Which of the following would most likely be used in a small office environment?

  A. Print server
  B. Virtualization
  C. Domain access
  D. Workgroup
  D. Workgroup

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  Explanation

• Question 372:

  A customer wants to make sure the data is protected and secure on a Windows laptop's hard drive. Which of the following is the best solution?

  A. Windows Backup
  B. BitLocker
  C. Shadow Copy
  D. Trusted PlatformModule
  B. BitLocker

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  Explanation

  BitLocker is a full-disk encryption feature included with Windows Vista and later. It is designed to protect data by providing encryption for entire volumes. By encrypting the hard drive, BitLocker prevents unauthorized access to the data stored on the drive, securing it in case the laptop is lost or stolen. BitLocker is preferable over options like Windows Backup (which is for data recovery, not encryption), Shadow Copy (used for backup and does not encrypt data), and Trusted Platform Module (TPM, which is a hardware component used alongside BitLocker for securing encryption keys).

• Question 373:

  A user's smartphone data usage is well above average. The user suspects an installed application is transmitting data in the background. The user would like to be alerted when an application attempts to communicate with the internet. Which of the following BEST addresses the user's concern?

  A. Operating system updates
  B. Remote wipe
  C. Antivirus
  D. Firewall
  D. Firewall

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  Explanation

  A firewall is a security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. In this scenario, the user is concerned about an installed application transmitting data in the background, so a firewall would be the best solution to address their concern. By installing and configuring a firewall, the user can block unauthorized connections to and from the device, and receive alerts whenever an application tries to access the internet.

• Question 374:

  Which of the following ensures data is unrecoverable on a lost or stolen mobile device?

  A. Device encryption
  B. Remote wipe
  C. Data backup
  D. Fingerprint reader
  B. Remote wipe

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  Explanation

• Question 375:

  A technician receives a help desk ticket regarding a software issue on a workstation. The workstation provides the only access to a corporate database, and the technician needs to recover the workstation quickly. Which of the following actions should the technician take?

  A. Restore the workstation from the last backup.
  B. Reinstall the operating system.
  C. Run the System File Checker.
  D. Run the Hardware Diagnostics tool.
  A. Restore the workstation from the last backup.

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  Explanation

  If time is of the essence and the workstation is mission-critical (e.g., the only access point to a corporate database), the quickest and most reliable recovery method is to restore from the last backup. This will return the system to a known

  working state with minimal downtime.

  Option B (Reinstall the OS): Time-consuming and not ideal if a backup is available.

  Option C (System File Checker): Can help if the problem is limited to corrupted system files, but doesn't guarantee complete recovery of user data or configurations.

  Option D (Hardware Diagnostics): Not relevant unless there's a known or suspected hardware failure.

  CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Objective 2.5 ?;Given a scenario, use best practices associated with types of backups."

  Microsoft Docs: Restore from a system image backup

• Question 376:

  Which of the following script types is used with the Python language by default?

  A. .ps1
  B. .vbs
  C. .bat
  D. .py
  D. .py

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  Explanation

  The script type that is used with the Python language by default is .py. .py is a file extension that indicates a Python script file that contains Python code that can be executed by a Python interpreter or compiler. Python is a high-level, general-purpose and interpreted programming language that can be used for various applications, such as web development, data analysis, machine learning and automation. .ps1 is a file extension that indicates a PowerShell script file that contains PowerShell code that can be executed by a PowerShell interpreter or compiler. PowerShell is a task-based, command-line and scripting language that can be used for system administration and automation on Windows systems. .vbs is a file extension that indicates a VBScript file that contains VBScript code that can be executed by a VBScript interpreter or compiler. VBScript is an Active Scripting language that can be used for web development and automation on Windows systems. .bat is a file extension that indicates a batch file that contains a series of commands that can be executed by a command-line interpreter or shell on Windows systems. Batch files can be used for system administration and automation on Windows systems.

  References: CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) Certification Exam Objectives Version 4.0, Domain 4.3

• Question 377:

  An analyst needs GUI access to server software running on a macOS server. Which of the following options provides the BEST way for the analyst to access the macOS server from the Windows workstation?

  A. RDP through RD Gateway
  B. Apple Remote Desktop
  C. SSH access with SSH keys
  D. VNC with username and password
  B. Apple Remote Desktop

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  Explanation

  Apple Remote Desktop is a remote access solution that allows a user to access and control another macOS computer from their Windows workstation. It provides a graphical user interface so that the analyst can easily access the server software running on the macOS server. Apple Remote Desktop also supports file transfers, so the analyst can easily transfer files between the two computers. Additionally, Apple Remote Desktop supports encryption, so data is secure during transmission.

• Question 378:

  An organization is updating the monitors on kiosk machines. While performing the upgrade, the organization would like to remove physical input devices. Which of the following utilities in the Control Panel can be used to turn on the on-screen keyboard to replace the physical input devices?

  A. Devices and Printers
  B. Ease of Access
  C. Programs and Features
  D. Device Manager
  B. Ease of Access

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  Explanation

  Ease of Access is a utility in the Control Panel that allows users to adjust various accessibility settings on Windows, such as the on-screen keyboard, magnifier, narrator, high contrast, etc. The on- screen keyboard can be turned on by going to Ease of Access > Keyboard and toggling the switch to On12. Alternatively, the on-screen keyboard can be opened by pressing Windows + Ctrl + O keys or by typing osk.exe in the Run dialog box3.

  References: 1 Use the On-Screen Keyboard (OSK) to type(https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/ use-the-on-screen-keyboard-osk-to-type- ecbb5e08-5b4e-d8c8-f794-81dbf896267a)2 How to Enable or Disable the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows 10 - Lifewire(https:// www.lifewire.com/enable-or-disable-on- screen- keyboard-in-windows-10-5180667)3 On-Screen Keyboard Settings, Tips and Tricks in Windows 11/10(https://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows- onscreen-keyboard).

• Question 379:

  A user wants to back up a Windows 10 device. Which of the following should the user select?

  A. Devices and Printers
  B. Email and Accounts
  C. Update and Security
  D. Apps and Features
  C. Update and Security

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  Explanation

• Question 380:

  Which of the following commands lists running processes in Linux?

  A. top
  B. apt-get
  C. Is
  D. cat
  A. top

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  Explanation

  The 'top' command in Linux is used to display the running processes along with information about system resources like CPU and memory usage. It provides a real- time view of the system's resource consumption, making it an essential tool for monitoring and managing system performance.