CompTIA 220-1102 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1102 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 631:

  Which of the following is an advantage of MOST tablets over laptops?

  A. Larger storage space
  B. Upgradeable parts
  C. GPS tracking software
  D. Multi-touch screens
  D. Multi-touch screens

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  Explanation

• Question 632:

  Which of the following physical security controls can prevent laptops from being stolen?

  A. Encryption
  B. LoJack
  C. Multifactor authentication
  D. Equipment lock
  E. Bollards
  D. Equipment lock

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  Explanation

• Question 633:

  A user connected a smartphone to a coffee shop's public Wi-Fi and noticed the smartphone started sending unusual SMS messages and registering strange network activity. A technician thinks a virus or other malware has infected the device. Which of the following should the technician suggest the user do to best address these security and privacy concerns? (Choose two.)

  A. Disable Wi-Fi autoconnect.
  B. Stay offline when in public places.
  C. Uninstall all recently installed applications.
  D. Schedule an antivirus scan.
  E. Reboot the device.
  F. Update the OS.
  C. Uninstall all recently installed applications.
  D. Schedule an antivirus scan.

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  Explanation

• Question 634:

  A user is troubleshooting an issue with a mobile phone that will no longer connect to a smart watch. The user has tried the following:

  1.Reinstalling the smart watch application on the mobile phone

  2.Enabling synchronization

  3.Rebooting the phone

  Which of the following should the user do next?

  A. Verify Bluetooth settings on the mobile phone.
  B. Connect the smart watch to Wi-Fi.
  C. Enable NFC on the smart watch.
  D. Turn on the mobile hotspot on the phone.
  A. Verify Bluetooth settings on the mobile phone.

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  Explanation

• Question 635:

  Which of the following is an example of MFA?

  A. Fingerprint scan and retina scan
  B. Password and PIN
  C. Username and password
  D. Smart card and password
  D. Smart card and password

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  Explanation

  Smart card and password is an example of two-factor authentication (2FA), not multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA requires two or more authentication factors. Smart card and password is an example of two-factor authentication (2FA)2

• Question 636:

  Which of the following is the best way to limit the loss of confidential data if an employee's company smartphone is lost or stolen?

  A. Installing a VPN
  B. Implementing location tracking
  C. Configuring remote wipe
  D. Enabling backups
  D. Enabling backups

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  Explanation

• Question 637:

  A user has been adding data to the same spreadsheet for several years. After adding a significant amount of data, they are now unable to open the file.

  Which of the following should a technician do to resolve the issue?

  A. Revert the spreadsheet to the last restore point.
  B. Increase the amount of RAM.
  C. Defragment the storage drive.
  D. Upgrade the network connection speed.
  B. Increase the amount of RAM.

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  Explanation

  CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 220-1102, Objective 3.1 (System Performance Troubleshooting).

• Question 638:

  Which of the following is used as a password manager in the macOS?

  A. Terminal
  B. FileVault
  C. Privacy
  D. Keychain
  D. Keychain

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  Explanation

  Keychain is a feature of macOS that securely stores passwords, account numbers, and other confidential information for your Mac, apps, servers, and websites. You can use the Keychain Access app on your Mac to view and manage your keychains and the items stored in them. Keychain can also sync your passwords and other secure information across your devices using iCloud Keychain. Keychain can be used as a password manager in macOS to help you keep track of and protect your passwords.

  References: Manage passwords using keychains on Mac (https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-keychains-to-store-passwords-mchlf375f392/mac)

• Question 639:

  A user reports receiving constant, unwanted pop-ups and being unable to close the browser window. These issues have impacted the user's productivity and may have caused the user's files to be altered. Which of the following should a technician do to address these issues with minimal impact to the user?

  A. Use System Restore to recover the OS files.
  B. Wipe the computer and install a new copy of the OS.
  C. Identify whether the disk partition table has been reduced in size.
  D. Perform a full-system, antivirus scan and check browser notifications.
  D. Perform a full-system, antivirus scan and check browser notifications.

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  Explanation

  For issues related to constant, unwanted pop-ups and browser window problems, a careful approach that minimizes impact to the user's data and productivity is advisable:

  Perform a full-system, antivirus scan: This step involves using antivirus software to scan the entire system for malware or adware that might be causing the pop-ups and browser issues. Check browser notifications: Some unwanted pop-ups

  may result from browser notification permissions inadvertently granted to malicious or spammy websites. Reviewing and adjusting these settings can help stop the pop-ups.

• Question 640:

  During a recent flight an executive unexpectedly received several dog and cat pictures while trying to watch a movie via in-flight Wi-Fi on an iPhone. The executive has no records of any contacts sending pictures like these and has not seen these pictures before. To BEST resolve this issue, the executive should:

  A. set AirDrop so that transfers are only accepted from known contacts
  B. completely disable all wireless systems during the flight
  C. discontinue using iMessage and only use secure communication applications
  D. only allow messages and calls from saved contacts
  A. set AirDrop so that transfers are only accepted from known contacts

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  Explanation

  To best resolve this issue, the executive should set AirDrop so that transfers are only accepted from known contacts (option A). AirDrop is a feature on iOS devices that allows users to share files, photos, and other data between Apple devices. By setting AirDrop so that it only accepts transfers from known contacts, the executive can ensure that unwanted files and photos are not sent to their device. Additionally, the executive should ensure that the AirDrop setting is only enabled when it is necessary, as this will protect their device from any unwanted files and photos.