CompTIA 220-1201 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1201 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 121:

  Which of the following cloud models allows an organization to have exclusive access to cloud resources?

  A. Public
  B. Hybrid
  C. Private
  D. Community
  C. Private

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  Explanation

  A private cloud provides cloud resources that are dedicated to a single organization, giving that organization exclusive use of the underlying infrastructure. This model is selected when a company needs tighter control over security, compliance, performance, and customization than what is typically available in a multi-tenant public cloud environment. Private cloud resources can be hosted on-premises in the organization's own data center or hosted by a third party, but the key point is exclusive access-the hardware and cloud environment are not shared with unrelated customers. A public cloud is shared among multiple customers (multi-tenant), so it is not exclusive. A hybrid cloud combines two environments, usually a private cloud and a public cloud, which can help with flexibility and scaling, but it is not defined as exclusive because part of it may be public. A community cloud is shared by organizations with common needs (such as similar compliance requirements), meaning it is shared among multiple entities rather than exclusive to one organization. Therefore, the cloud model that provides exclusive access to resources is Private.

• Question 122:

  A technician needs to assign an IP address to a Windows PC, but a network connection is unavailable.

  Which of the following tools would be best for the technician to use?

  A. DHCP
  B. TFTP
  C. APIPA
  D. DNS
  C. APIPA

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  Explanation

  Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) allows a Windows PC to automatically assign itself an IP address in the range of 169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.254 when it's unable to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server. This feature is particularly useful in situations where the PC cannot connect to the network or when DHCP services are unavailable. While APIPA addresses are not routable and thus not suited for large networks, they enable basic networking functionality for small ad-hoc or local networks.

• Question 123:

  A technician replaced a motherboard on a server, and now the 64-bit hypervisor is not loading correctly.

  Which of the following needs to be enabled for the hypervisor to run?

  A. Hardware prefetcher
  B. Hyperthreading
  C. vPro
  D. VT-d
  D. VT-d

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  Explanation

  https://techlibrary.hpe.com/docs/iss/proliant-gen10-uefi/s_enabling_VT-d.html

  Enabling VT-d (Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O) in the server's BIOS settings is required for the hypervisor to run properly.

  References:

  CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Guide, Ninth Edition, Chapter 11

• Question 124:

  The Chief Information Security Officer asks a technician to inventory desktop PCs to determine which ones meet the requirements for Secure Boot. The technician must also configure the PCs for non-user-controllable keys.

  Which of the following are necessary to meet the enhanced security requirements?

  (Select two).

  A. VDI
  B. BIOS password
  C. TPM
  D. UEFI
  E. Disabled boot drive
  F. USB permissions
  C. TPM
  D. UEFI

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  Explanation

  Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation From Exact Extract (Aligned With CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Study Guide)

  To run Secure Boot , the system must have:

  # UEFI firmware (not legacy BIOS)

  Secure Boot is a UEFI feature that validates bootloaders using digitally signed keys stored in secure firmware.

  # TPM (Trusted Platform Module)

  The TPM stores cryptographic keys in tamper-resistant hardware, enabling secure key management that cannot be altered by normal users.

  CompTIA materials describe TPM as essential for enhanced platform security and for storing validated boot keys when Secure Boot is enabled.

  Together, UEFI + TPM provide:

  Verified boot loader

  Hardware-level key protection

  Prevention of unauthorized OS tampering

  Non-user-controllable secure key storage

  Why the other options are incorrect

  A. VDI -Virtual desktops; unrelated to Secure Boot hardware requirements.

  B. BIOS password -Helps protect firmware settings but is not required for Secure Boot.

  E. Disabled boot drive -Irrelevant to Secure Boot.

  F. USB permissions -Not part of Secure Boot requirements. Final Answer: C, D

• Question 125:

  The display in a conference room has a ghost image that does not match the presentation.

  Which of the following would test resolve the issue?

  A. Adjust the color settings.
  B. Correct the keystone.
  C. Increase the brightness levels
  D. Replace the monitor.
  B. Correct the keystone.

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  Explanation

  A keystone correction adjusts the image shape when a projector is angled either up or down. When a projector is not positioned directly perpendicular to the screen, the image becomes distorted or offset. Correcting the keystone will resolve alignment issues, ensuring that the presentation matches the display.

  Incorrect Options:

  Option A: Adjust the color settings: This is used for improving color balance and has no impact on ghosting or mismatched images.

  Option C: Increase the brightness levels: Brightness changes the visibility of the image but does not address ghosting or alignment.

  Option D: Replace the monitor: Replacing the monitor is unnecessary unless there is hardware failure, which is not indicated here.

  Key Takeaway: Keystone correction is essential to resolve alignment and distortion issues in projected images.

  References:

  CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objectives (220-1201), Domain 3.4 - Display troubleshooting.

• Question 126:

  The help desk received a ticket regarding Issues with a laser printer. The printer has had repairs previously for scanning Issues. Currently, the printed text is not adhering properly to the paper.

  Which of the following should be replaced lo resolve this Issue?

  A. Fuser
  B. Waste container
  C. Roller
  D. Toner
  A. Fuser

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  Explanation

  If the printed text is not adhering properly to the paper on a laser printer that has had repairs previously for scanning issues, the fuser should be replaced to resolve this issue. The fuser is a component of the printer that uses heat and pressure to fuse the toner onto the paper. If the fuser is not functioning properly, the toner may not adhere properly to the paper.

• Question 127:

  A technician sets up secure print and configures an NFC device that will authenticate users for access.

  Which of the following will the NFC device most likely use to authenticate?

  A. Badging
  B. Password
  C. Passcode
  D. Biometrics
  A. Badging

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  Explanation

  Badging refers to the use of NFC-enabled ID badges or cards that authenticate users when tapped against a reader for secure print or access control.

  From CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Official Study Guide, Objective 3.4 -Secure printing and authentication:

  "NFC authentication is commonly implemented using employee badges, allowing secure and convenient access to devices and functions."

  Verified Source:

  CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Official Study Guide, Chapter 3: Secure Print Solutions CompTIA Exam Objectives 220-1101, Domain 3.4

• Question 128:

  An IT technician is working on a help desk ticket concerning a user's inability to create a virtual machine. The technician has already checked the RAM and HDD space in the user's machine.

  Which of the following settings should the technician check NEXT to help troubleshoot the issue?

  A. BitLocker
  B. MSConfig
  C. BIOS
  D. Secure Boot
  C. BIOS

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  Explanation

  One of the possible settings that could prevent a user from creating a virtual machine is BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). BIOS is a firmware that controls how hardware components interact with each other and with software applications.

  Some BIOS settings may need to be changed or enabled to allow virtualization, such as VT-x (Intel Virtualization Technology) or AMD-V (AMD Virtualization). The other options are not related to virtualization settings.

  Verified References: [How To Enable Virtualization In BIOS Settings].

• Question 129:

  Employees report that a shared laser printer has difficulty printing on thick paper. A technician verifies that the printer works as expected on standard paper, but output on thick paper is easily smudged when touched.

  Which of the following should the technician do first?

  A. Install a maintenance kit
  B. Change the fuser temperature
  C. Clean the transfer roller
  D. Install an OEM toner cartridge
  B. Change the fuser temperature

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  Explanation

  The correct answer is B. Change the fuser temperature.

  According to CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 objectives under Printers:

  A laser printer fuses toner onto paper using heat and pressure. Thicker paper often requires a higher fuser temperature to properly adhere the toner.

  If the output smudges on thick paper but prints fine on standard paper, adjusting the fuser temperature is the first step before performing more invasive maintenance or replacing parts.

  Why the other options are incorrect:

  A. Install a maintenance kit: Typically includes rollers, belts, and other parts; this is not the first action if the issue is temperature-related.

  C. Clean the transfer roller: Cleaning may improve print quality, but smudging on thick paper usually relates to insufficient fusing heat.

  D. Install an OEM toner cartridge: The issue is unlikely to be caused by non-OEM toner if standard paper prints correctly.

  References:

  CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) Exam Objectives - Printers: "Given a scenario, troubleshoot printing problems including smudging, paper jams, and fuser issues." Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Certification Guide, 13th Edition, Chapter on Printer Troubleshooting and Maintenance.

• Question 130:

  A user wants to print files from an overseas office using a shared network folder. The user's laptop has no public-facing internet connectivity.

  Which of the following can be used to print from the shared network folder?

  A. ADF
  B. USB
  C. PCL
  D. SMB
  D. SMB

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  Explanation

  SMB (Server Message Block)is a protocol used to access files and printers over a network, including across shared network folders. It enables the user to access and print files stored remotely on a shared directory.

  Option A (ADF):Automatic Document Feeder -- hardware, not a network protocol.

  Option B (USB):Used for direct physical connections, not for printing over networks.

  Option C (PCL):Printer Command Language -- relates to printer drivers, not file sharing or access.

  References:

  Objective 3.4: Given a scenario, install and configure printers.