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CompTIA A+ Certification Exam: Core 2 is a comprehensive exam that covers a wide range of topics related to IT support and troubleshooting. It tests the candidate's ability to install, configure, and maintain hardware and software, as well as their knowledge of networking and security concepts. 220-1102 exam consists of 90 multiple-choice questions, and candidates have 90 minutes to complete it.
NEW QUESTION # 122
A user is setting up backups on a workstation. The user wants to ensure that the restore process is as simple as possible. Which of the following backup types should the user select?
- A. Synthetic
- B. Differential
- C. Incremental
- D. Full
Answer: D
Explanation:
Full backup is the best option to ensure that the restore process is as simple as possible. A full backup is a backup type that copies all the data from the source to the destination, regardless of whether the data has changed or not. A full backup provides the most complete and consistent backup of the data, and it allows the user to restore the data from a single backup set without relying on any previous or subsequent backups.
Incremental, differential, and synthetic backups are not as simple as full backups for restoring data. An incremental backup is a backup type that copies only the data that has changed since the last backup, whether it was full or incremental. An incremental backup requires less time and space than a full backup, but it also requires multiple backup sets to restore the data completely. A differential backup is a backup type that copies only the data that has changed since the last full backup. A differential backup requires more time and space than an incremental backup, but it also requires fewer backup sets to restore the data than an incremental backup. A synthetic backup is a backup type that combines a full backup with one or more incremental or differential backups to create a consolidated backup set. A synthetic backup requires less time and bandwidth than a full backup, but it also requires more processing power and storage space than an incremental or differential backup. References:
* Official CompTIA learning resources CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2, page 15
* CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) Cert Guide, page 458
NEW QUESTION # 123
A user is setting up a new Windows 10 laptop. Which of the following Windows settings should be used to input the SSID and password?
- A. Personalization
- B. Network & Internet
- C. Accounts
- D. System
Answer: B
Explanation:
In Windows 10, the "Network & Internet" settings category is where users can manage all network-related configurations, including Wi-Fi connections. To connect to a Wi-Fi network, users need to input the network's SSID (Service Set Identifier) and the corresponding password. This section allows users to view available networks, enter credentials for secure networks, and manage other network features such as airplane mode, VPN, and mobile hotspot settings.
NEW QUESTION # 124
A customer who uses a Linux OS called the help desk to request assistance in locating a missing file. The customer does not know the exact name of the file but can provide a partial file name. Which of the following tools should the technician use? (Select two).
- A. find
- B. df
- C. ps
- D. grep
- E. cat
- F. top
- G. dig
Answer: A,D
Explanation:
To locate a missing file with only a partial name known, the best tools to use in a Linux environment would be grep and find.
* grep: This command is used to search the contents of files for a specific pattern. While grep itself might not be the first choice for finding file names, it can be combined with other commands (like ls or find) to search within file lists or contents.
* find: This command is used to search for files in a directory hierarchy based on various criteria like name, size, modification date, etc. find can be used to search for files by partial name by using
* wildcards in the search pattern.
cat (A) is used to concatenate and display the content of files. df (B) displays the amount of disk space used and available on filesystems. ps (D) shows information about active processes. dig (E) is used for querying DNS name servers. top (G) displays Linux tasks and system performance information. None of these tools are directly suited for finding files by partial names.
NEW QUESTION # 125
A technician is installing software on a user's workstation. The installation fails due to incompliance with the HCL. Which of the following components is most likely causing the installation to fail? (Select two).
- A. CPU
- B. PSU
- C. KVM
- D. DVI
- E. RAM
- F. NIC
Answer: A,F
Explanation:
The Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) is a list that indicates hardware components that are compatible with a specific software or operating system. If software installation fails due to incompliance with the HCL, it's most likely due to core hardware components like the Network Interface Card (NIC) or the Central Processing Unit (CPU) not being supported or not meeting the software's minimum hardware requirements. The PSU, KVM, RAM, and DVI are less likely to directly impact software compatibility as defined by the HCL.
NEW QUESTION # 126
Which of the following file extensions should a technician use for a PowerShell script?
- A. .py
- B. .ps1
- C. .sh
- D. .cmd
- E. .bat
Answer: B
Explanation:
A PowerShell script is a plain text file that contains one or more PowerShell commands. Scripts have a .ps1 file extension and can be run on your computer or in a remote session. PowerShell scripts can be used to automate tasks and change settings on Windows devices. To create and run a PowerShell script, you need a text editor (such as Visual Studio Code or Notepad) and the PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE) console. You also need to enable the correct execution policy to allow scripts to run on your system
NEW QUESTION # 127
A customer recently experienced a power outage at a SOHO. The customer does not think the components are connected properly. A print job continued running for several minutes after the power failed, but the customer was not able to interact with the computer. Once the UPS stopped beeping, all functioning devices also turned off. In case of a future power failure, the customer wants to have the most time available to save cloud documents and shut down the computer without losing any data.
Answer:
Explanation:
NEW QUESTION # 128
A technician needs to reimage a desktop in an area without network access. Which of the following should the technician use? (Select two).
- A. Boot record
- B. PXE
- C. SMB
- D. USB
- E. Partition
- F. Optical media
Answer: D,F
Explanation:
A technician needs to reimage a desktop in an area without network access, which means that the technician cannot use network-based methods such as PXE or SMB to deploy the image. Therefore, the technician should use offline methods that involve removable media such as USB or optical media. USB and optical media are common ways to store and transfer system images, and they can be used to boot the desktop and initiate the reimaging process. The technician will need to create a bootable USB or optical media that contains the system image and the imaging software, and then insert it into the desktop and change the boot order in the BIOS or UEFI settings. The technician can then follow the instructions on the screen to reimage the desktop
NEW QUESTION # 129
You are configuring a home network for a customer. The customer has requested the ability to access a Windows PC remotely, and needs all chat and optional functions to work in their game console.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use the drop-down menus to complete the network configuration for the customer. Each option may only be used once, and not all options will be used. Then, click the + sign to place each device in its appropriate location. If at any time you would like to bring back the initial state of the simulation, please click the Reset All button.
Answer:
Explanation:
NEW QUESTION # 130
A Windows administrator is creating user profiles that will include home directories and network printers for several new users. Which of the following is the most efficient way for the technician to complete this task?
- A. Folder redirection
- B. Authentication application
- C. Access control
- D. Group Policy
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Group Policy is a feature of Windows that allows administrators to centrally manage and apply policies and settings to computers and users on a domain. Group Policy can be used to create user profiles that include home directories and network printers for several new users, as well as other configurations such as security settings, desktop preferences, and software installation. Group Policy can save time and effort for the administrator by applying the same settings to multiple users at once. Access control, authentication application, and folder redirection are not the most efficient ways to create user profiles that include home directories and network printers for several new users.
NEW QUESTION # 131
A user requires local administrative access to a workstation. Which of the following Control Panel utilities allows the technician to grant access to the user?
- A. Network and Sharing Center
- B. Security and Maintenance
- C. User Accounts
- D. System
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
User Accounts is a Control Panel utility that allows the technician to manage user accounts and groups on a local computer. The technician can use this utility to add a user to the local administrators group, which grants the user local administrative access to the workstation. The other options are not relevant for this task.
References: :
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/identity/ad-fs/operations/manage-user-accounts-and-groups
NEW QUESTION # 132
The command cac cor.ptia. txt was issued on a Linux terminal. Which of the following results should be expected?
- A. The contents of the text comptia. txt would be copied to another comptia. txt file
- B. The contents of the text comptia. txt would be displayed.
- C. The contents of the text comptia.txt would be categorized in alphabetical order.
- D. The contents of the text comptia.txt will be replaced with a new blank document
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The command cac cor.ptia. txt was issued on a Linux terminal. This command would display the contents of the text comptia.txt.
NEW QUESTION # 133
A macOS user is installing a new application. Which of the following system directories is the software MOST likely to install by default?
- A. /Applications
- B. /etc/services
- C. /usr/bin
- D. C:\Program Files
Answer: A
Explanation:
The software is most likely to install by default in the /Applications directory, which is the standard location for macOS applications. This directory can be accessed from the Finder sidebar or by choosing Go > Applications from the menu bar. The /Applications directory contains all the applications that are available to all users on the system1. Some applications might also offer the option to install in the ~/Applications directory, which is a personal applications folder for a single user2. The /etc/services directory is a system configuration file that maps service names to port numbers and protocols3. The /usr/bin directory is a system directory that contains executable binaries for various commands and utilities4. The C:\Program Files directory is a Windows directory that does not exist on macOS.
NEW QUESTION # 134
A technician receives an invalid certificate error when visiting a website. Other workstations on the same local network are unable to replicate this issue. Which of the following is most likely causing the issue?
- A. Date and time
- B. Log-on times
- C. User access control
- D. UEFI boot mode
Answer: A
Explanation:
Date and time is the most likely cause of the issue. The date and time settings on a workstation affect the validity of the certificates used by websites to establish secure connections. If the date and time are incorrect, the workstation may not recognize the certificate as valid and display an invalid certificate error. Other workstations on the same local network may not have this issue if their date and time are correct. User access control, UEFI boot mode, and log-on times are not likely causes of the issue. User access control is a feature that prevents unauthorized changes to the system by prompting for confirmation or credentials. UEFI boot mode is a firmware interface that controls the boot process of the workstation. Log-on times are settings that restrict when a user can log in to the workstation. None of these factors affect the validity of the certificates used by websites. Reference:
Official CompTIA learning resources CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2, page 14 CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) Cert Guide, page 456
NEW QUESTION # 135
A systems administrator is monitoring an unusual amount of network traffic from a kiosk machine and needs to Investigate to determine the source of the traffic. Which of the following tools can the administrator use to view which processes on the kiosk machine are connecting to the internet?
- A. Resource Monitor
- B. Performance Monitor
- C. Command Prompt
- D. System Information
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
Resource Monitor is a tool that shows the network activity of each process on a Windows machine, including the TCP connections and the sent and received bytes. Performance Monitor is a tool that shows the performance metrics of the system, such as CPU, memory, disk and network usage. Command Prompt is a tool that allows running commands and scripts on a Windows machine. System Information is a tool that shows the hardware and software configuration of a Windows machine. Verified References:
https://www.comptia.org/blog/how-to-use-resource-monitor https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a
NEW QUESTION # 136
A user reports a PC is running slowly. The technician suspects high disk I/O. Which of the following should the technician perform NEXT?
- A. msinf032exe
- B. dfrgui_exe
- C. msconfig_exe
- D. resmon_exe
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
If a technician suspects high disk I/O, the technician should use the Resource Monitor (resmon.exe) to identify the process that is causing the high disk I/O1. Resource Monitor provides detailed information about the system's resource usage, including disk I/O1. The technician can use this information to identify the process that is causing the high disk I/O and take appropriate action1.
NEW QUESTION # 137
A systems administrator is configuring centralized desktop management for computers on a domain. The management team has decided that all users' workstations should have the same network drives, printers, and configurations. Which of the following should the administrator use to accomplish this task?
- A. regedit
- B. Network and Sharing Center
- C. User Accounts
- D. net use
- E. Group Policy
Answer: E
Explanation:
Explanation
Group Policy is a feature of Windows that allows administrators to centrally manage and apply policies and settings to computers and users on a domain3. Group Policy can be used to configure network drives, printers, security settings, desktop preferences, and other configurations for all users' workstations3. Network and Sharing Center, net use, User Accounts, and regedit are not tools that can accomplish this task.
NEW QUESTION # 138
A technician has been tasked with using the fastest and most secure method of logging in to laptops. Which of the following log-in options meets these requirements?
- A. Fingerprint
- B. PIN
- C. SSO
- D. Username and password
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 139
A systems administrator is tasked with configuring desktop systems to use a new proxy server that the organization has added to provide content filtering. Which of the following Windows utilities is the best choice for accessing the necessary configuration to complete this goal?
- A. Network and Sharing Center
- B. Security and Maintenance
- C. Windows Defender Firewall
- D. Internet Options
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
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The correct answer is D. Internet Options. The Internet Options utility in Windows allows you to configure various settings related to your internet connection, including the proxy server settings. To access the Internet Options utility, you can either open the Control Panel and click on Internet Options, or open any web browser and click on the Tools menu and then on Internet Options. In the Internet Options window, go to the Connections tab and click on the LAN settings button. Here, you can enable or disable the use of a proxy server, as well as enter the address and port number of the proxy server you want to use12.
Security and Maintenance is a utility in Windows that allows you to view and manage the security and maintenance status of your computer, such as firewall, antivirus, backup, troubleshooting, and recovery settings. It does not have any option to configure proxy server settings.
Network and Sharing Center is a utility in Windows that allows you to view and manage your network connections, such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet, VPN, or dial-up. It also allows you to change network settings, such as network discovery, file and printer sharing, homegroup, and adapter settings. It does not have any option to configure proxy server settings.
Windows Defender Firewall is a utility in Windows that allows you to enable or disable the firewall protection for your computer, as well as configure firewall rules for inbound and outbound traffic. It does not have any option to configure proxy server settings.
NEW QUESTION # 140
A technician needs to establish a remote access session with a user who has a Windows workstation. The session must allow for simultaneous viewing of the workstation by both the user and technician. Which of the following remote access technologies should be used?
- A. VPN
- B. RDP
- C. MSRA
- D. SSH
Answer: C
Explanation:
MSRA (Microsoft Remote Assistance) is a remote access technology that allows a technician to establish a session with a user who has a Windows workstation. The session allows for simultaneous viewing of the workstation by both the user and technician, as well as remote control and file transfer capabilities. RDP (remote desktop protocol) is another remote access technology, but it does not allow simultaneous viewing by default. VPN (virtual private network) and SSH (secure shell) are protocols that create secure tunnels between two devices over the internet, but they do not allow remote access sessions. Verified References: https://www.
comptia.org/blog/what-is-msra https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a
NEW QUESTION # 141
A technician installed Windows 10 on a workstation. The workstation only has 3.5GB of usable RAM, even though the technician installed 8GB. Which of the following is the MOST likely reason this system is not utilizing all the available RAM?
- A. The system requires BIOS updates.
- B. The system's memory is failing.
- C. The systems utilizing a 32-bit OS.
- D. The system is missing updates.
Answer: C
Explanation:
The most likely reason that the system is not utilizing all the available RAM is that it is running a 32-bit OS. A 32-bit OS can only address up to 4GB of RAM, and some of that is reserved for hardware and system use1. Therefore, even if the technician installed 8GB of RAM, the system can only use around 3.5GB of usable RAM. To use the full 8GB of RAM, the technician would need to install a 64-bit OS, which can address much more memory2. The system missing updates, the system's memory failing, or the system requiring BIOS updates are not likely to cause this issue.
References:
2: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-system-requirements-6d4e9a79-66bf-7950-467c-795cf0386715
1: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/unlock-64gb-ram-32-bit-windows-pae- patch/
NEW QUESTION # 142
A user corrects a laptop that is running Windows 10 to a docking station with external monitors when working at a desk. The user would like to close the laptop when it is docked, but the user reports it goes to sleep when it is closed. Which of the following is the BEST solution to prevent the laptop from going to sleep when it is closed and on the docking station?
- A. Within the Power Options of the Control Panel utility select the option Choose When to Turn Off the Display and select Turn Off the Display under the Plugged In category to Never
- B. Within the Power Options of the Control Panel utility, click the Change Plan Settings button for the enabled power plan and select Put the Computer to Sleep under the On Battery category to Never
- C. Within the Power Options of the Control Panel utility click the Change Plan Settings button for the enabled power plan and select Put the Computer to Sleep under the Plugged In category to Never
- D. Within the Power Options of the Control Panel utility, select the option Choose What Closing the Lid Does and select When I Close the Lid under the Plugged in category to Do Nothing
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 143
A technician found that an employee is mining cryptocurrency on a work desktop. The company has decided that this action violates its guidelines. Which of the following should be updated to reflect this new requirement?
- A. AUP
- B. EULA
- C. MDM
- D. IRP
Answer: A
Explanation:
AUP (Acceptable Use Policy) should be updated to reflect this new requirement. The AUP is a document that outlines the acceptable use of technology within an organization. It is a set of rules that employees must follow when using company resources. The AUP should be updated to include a policy on cryptocurrency mining on work desktops
NEW QUESTION # 144
A company-owned mobile device is displaying a high number of ads, receiving data-usage limit notifications, and experiencing slow response. After checking the device, a technician notices the device has been jailbroken. Which of the following should the technician do next?
- A. Back up the files and do a system restore.
- B. Run an antivirus and enable encryption.
- C. Restore the defaults and reimage the corporate OS.
- D. Undo the jailbreak and enable an antivirus.
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Jailbreaking a device exposes it to various security risks, such as malware, data theft, network attacks, and service disruption1234. Running an antivirus and enabling encryption may not be enough to remove the threats and restore the device's functionality. Undoing the jailbreak may not be possible or effective, depending on the method used. Backing up the files and doing a system restore may preserve the jailbreak and the associated problems. The best option is to erase the device and reinstall the original operating system that is compatible with the corporate policies and standards. This will ensure that the device is clean, secure, and compliant25.
References: 1 What is Jailbreaking & Is it safe? -
Kaspersky(https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/definitions/what-is-jailbreaking). 2 Jailbreak Detection: Why is jailbreaking a potential security risk? - Cybersecurity ASEE(https://cybersecurity.asee.co/blog/what-is-jailbreaking/). 3 Jailbreaking Information for iOS Devices | University IT(https://uit.stanford.edu/service/mydevices/jailbreak)4 What does it mean to jailbreak your phone-and is it legal? - Microsoft(https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-life-hacks/privacy-and-safety/what-is-jailbreaking-a- a corporate laptop back to a personal laptop... Enterprise vs Pro - Windows
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NEW QUESTION # 145
A technician needs to establish a remote access session with a user who has a Windows workstation. The session must allow for simultaneous viewing of the workstation by both the user and technician. Which of the following remote access technologies should be used?
- A. VPN
- B. RDP
- C. MSRA
- D. SSH
Answer: C
Explanation:
MSRA (Microsoft Remote Assistance) is a remote access technology that allows a technician to establish a session with a user who has a Windows workstation. The session allows for simultaneous viewing of the workstation by both the user and technician, as well as remote control and file transfer capabilities. RDP (remote desktop protocol) is another remote access technology, but it does not allow simultaneous viewing by default. VPN (virtual private network) and SSH (secure shell) are protocols that create secure tunnels between two devices over the internet, but they do not allow remote access sessions. Verified References:
https://www.comptia.org/blog/what-is-msra https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a
NEW QUESTION # 146
A company installed a new backup and recovery system. Which of the following types of backups should be completed FIRST?
- A. Differential
- B. Non-parity
- C. Incremental
- D. Full
Answer: D
Explanation:
The type of backup that should be completed FIRST after installing a new backup and recovery system is a full backup. This is because a full backup is a complete backup of all data and is the foundation for all other backups. After a full backup is completed, other types of backups, such as differential and incremental backups, can be performed.
NEW QUESTION # 147
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