Comptia IT Fundamentals
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- Q1Which of the following is a file on a computer that links to another program or file somewhere else on the same computer?FTPAttachmentURLShortcut30s
- Q2Which of the following operating systems is MOST likely to be found on a desktop where its primary functions include professional video and audio editing?Mac OS XiOSWindows 7 HomeChrome OS30s
- Q3A technician is trying to access a users files and is unable to open any folder or file. Which of the following BEST describes the situation?The technician needs to change the file attributesThe folders contain older versions of the files.The files are corrupted.The technician does not have permissions.30s
- Q4A user has a username and password to log onto a banking website. The user would like to keep access to the account as secure as possible. Which of the following security best practices should the user follow?Create a complex password and change the default passwordUse the original passwordWrite the password downUse only public computers to access the website30s
- Q5Which of the following components provides the FASTEST medium for hosting and storing an operating system?DVD-RWSSD (Solid State Drive)Blu-Ray disc7200RPM HDD30s
- Q6An RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) label on hardware indicates which of the following?The hardware needs to be properly disposedThe hardware produces EMI when used.The hardware provides battery backup for power outages.The hardware is certified to be energy efficient.30s
- Q7Which of the following settings will a user configure as part of the initial operating system setup wizard?Multiple user accountsAccessibility optionsBackup scheduleTime zone and Computer name30s
- Q8After initial OS and application installation on a laptop, an application warns that it will only work 24 more times. Which of the following should be done NEXT?The application must be activated.The application must be upgraded to a 64-bit versionThe application needs to be reinstalledThe application has to be registered to the user30s
- Q9Which of the following should be performed after a backup has been completed?Verify the backupSchedule the backupSave the backupDelete the backup30s
- Q10Which of the following connections provide data with the MOST secure protection from interception?WiredWiFiIRCellular30s
- Q11A technician is configuring a wireless router for a small office and the business owner would like the wireless network to be secured using the strongest encryption possible. Which of the following should the technician choose?WAPWEPWPAWPA230s
- Q12Which of the following is the MOST sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and should be shared cautiously and only with trusted resources?Email addressLast namePhone numberMother’s maiden name30s
- Q13Which of the following operating systems is available for free and can be modified by anyone?LinuxMac OSWindowsChrome OS30s
- Q14A user is browsing the Internet when suddenly a threatening message appears on screen demanding a payment in order to avoid the system being disabled. Which of the following BEST describes this type of malware infection?SpywareVirusAdwareRansomware30s
- Q15Which of the following features of a smartphone controls the screen orientation?GPSAccelerometerNFCGyroscope30s