CompTIA 220-1102 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1102 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 641:

  A user receives a message on a PC stating it has been infected by malware. A technician runs a full scan on the user's machine and detects no malware. Later that day, the same message reappears.

  Which of the following steps should the technician take to restore the system to regular functionality?

  A. Check for Windows updates.
  B. Reimage the computer.
  C. Enable Windows Firewall.
  D. Run System File Checker.
  B. Reimage the computer.

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  Explanation

  In change management, the scope of a project lists all the changes that are taking place. The scope ensures that all team members understand the boundaries and extent of the project, helping to prevent unexpected changes. Here's a

  Scope: Defines the project's boundaries and deliverables, including all the planned changes. It ensures that everyone involved understands what is included and excluded in the project, minimizing unexpected changes. Risk analysis:

  Identifies potential risks and their impact but does not list the changes.

  Rollback plan: Provides a strategy for reverting changes if something goes wrong but does not list changes.

  Review: Involves evaluating changes but does not compile the list of changes.

  CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Objectives, Section 4.2: Explain basic change-management best practices.

  Change management documentation.

• Question 642:

  A technician receives a migration audit stating that a desktop needs to be removed from the network and reimaged with a current OS. Which of the following is the most likely reason for the notification?

  A. MTBF exceeded
  B. Incompatible drivers
  C. End-of-life
  D. NTFS corruption
  A. MTBF exceeded

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  Explanation

• Question 643:

  Malware is installed on a device after a user clicks on a link in a suspicious email. Which of the following is the best way to remove the malware?

  A. Run System Restore.
  B. Place in recovery mode.
  C. Schedule a scan.
  D. Restart the PC.
  C. Schedule a scan.

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  Explanation

  Scheduling a malware scan using reputable antivirus or antimalware software is the most effective way to detect and remove malware from the device. This approach allows the software to thoroughly scan the system, identify any malicious files or processes, and then remove or quarantine them accordingly. Running a scan ensures that the malware is properly detected and eradicated, helping to restore the device to a clean and secure state.

• Question 644:

  Which of the following best describes a rollback plan?

  A. A developer configures a process to return to the starting state upon completion.
  B. A user asks to remove an unneeded fileshare.
  C. An administrator applies new settings to a computer after the previous settings failed.
  D. A technician reverts the system to a previous state following a failed upgrade.
  D. A technician reverts the system to a previous state following a failed upgrade.

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  Explanation

  A rollback plan describes the process of reverting a system to its previous state after a failed upgrade or change. This ensures system stability and functionality by restoring known good configurations and is a crucial part of change management to minimize disruptions in case of unsuccessful updates.

• Question 645:

  Someone who is fraudulently claiming to be from a reputable bank calls a company employee. Which of the following describes this incident?

  A. Pretexting
  B. Spoofing
  C. Vishing
  D. Scareware
  C. Vishing

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  Explanation

  Vishing is a type of social engineering attack where a fraudulent caller impersonates a legitimate entity, such as a bank or financial institution, in order to gain access to sensitive information. The caller will typically use a variety of techniques, such as trying to scare the target or providing false information, in order to get the target to provide the information they are after. Vishing is often used to gain access to usernames, passwords, bank account information, and other sensitive data.

• Question 646:

  A user is unable to use any internet-related functions on a smartphone when it is not connected to Wi-Fi When the smartphone is connected to Wi-Fi the user can browse the internet and send and receive email. The user is also able to send and receive text messages and phone calls when the smartphone is not connected to Wi-Fi. Which of the following is the MOST likely reason the user is unable to use the internet on the smartphone when it is not connected to Wi-Fi?

  A. The smartphone's line was not provisioned with a data plan
  B. The smartphone's SIM card has failed
  C. The smartphone's Bluetooth radio is disabled.
  D. The smartphone has too many applications open
  A. The smartphone's line was not provisioned with a data plan

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  Explanation

  The smartphone's line was not provisioned with a data plan. The user is unable to use any internet-related functions on the smartphone when it is not connected to Wi-Fi because the smartphone's line was not provisioned with a data plan. The user can send and receive text messages and phone calls when the smartphone is not connected to Wi-Fi because these functions do not require an internet connection1

• Question 647:

  A technician is setting up a new laptop for an employee who travels, Which of the following is the BEST security practice for this scenario?

  A. PIN-based login
  B. Quarterly password changes
  C. Hard drive encryption
  D. A physical laptop lock
  C. Hard drive encryption

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  Explanation

  Encrypting the laptop's hard drive will ensure that any sensitive data stored on the laptop is secure, even if the laptop is lost or stolen. Encryption ensures that the data cannot be accessed by anyone without the correct encryption key. This is an important security measure for any laptop used by an employee who travels, as it helps to protect the data stored on the laptop from unauthorized access.

• Question 648:

  A company is looking for a solution that provides a backup for all data on the system while providing the lowest impact to the network. Which of the following backup types will the company MOST likely select?

  A. Off-site
  B. Synthetic
  C. Full
  D. Differential
  C. Full

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  Explanation

  Business needs a full back up of all data to have the least amount of impact other than use of time to do full backups and ensure all data is backed up consistently.

• Question 649:

  A technician would like to repurpose hard drives that contain PII. Which of the following would be the best solution to securely remove the data?

  A. Drilling
  B. Degaussing
  C. Low-level formatting
  D. Incinerating
  C. Low-level formatting

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  Explanation

• Question 650:

  An administrator's change was approved by the change management review board.

  Which of the following should the administrator do next?

  A. Perform risk analysis.
  B. Assign a change coordinator.
  C. Implement the change.
  D. Verify testing results.
  C. Implement the change.

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  Explanation

  Once a change has been approved by the change management review board, the next step is to:

  Implement the change: This involves carrying out the approved change in the system or environment according to the change plan. Perform risk analysis: This should be done before the change is approved to assess potential impacts. Assign

  a change coordinator: This role should be designated earlier in the process to oversee the change implementation.

  Verify testing results: This should have been done before seeking approval from the review board.

  CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Objectives, Section 4.2: Explain basic change-management best practices.

  Change management process documentation.