CompTIA A+ Practice Test (220-1101)
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CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Information
CompTIA A+ Certification Overview
Exam Versions
The current versions of the CompTIA A+ certification exams are:
- 220-1101 (Core 1)
- 220-1102 (Core 2)
These versions were launched in April 2022 and are expected to retire approximately three years from their release date.
The A+ Certification Test
To earn the CompTIA A+ certification, candidates must pass two separate exams: 220-1101 and 220-1102. Each exam has a separate fee and can be taken in any order. Both exams must be completed before the retirement date and must be from the same set of objectives. The certification is valid for three years from the date of passing the exams.
Exam Details:
- Format: Computer-based tests
- Number of Questions: 90 questions per exam
- Time Limit: 90 minutes per exam
- Result Availability: Immediately after completion, following a short mandatory survey
CompTIA A+ 220-1101
The CompTIA A+ 220-1101 (Core 1) exam is a key component of the A+ certification, designed to validate essential IT skills and knowledge. This exam, launched in April 2022, covers a broad range of topics critical for IT professionals, including mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing, and network troubleshooting. Comprising 90 questions, the test includes multiple-choice and performance-based questions, simulating real-world scenarios to assess the candidate's practical abilities. The 220-1101 exam emphasizes the foundational skills necessary for IT support roles, ensuring that certified individuals are equipped to handle a variety of technical issues. With a 90-minute time limit, the exam challenges candidates to demonstrate their proficiency efficiently, providing immediate results upon completion. The certification remains valid for three years, making it a crucial step for those aiming to establish or advance their careers in IT.
Exam Policies and Procedures
Candidates must agree to CompTIA's exam policies before starting the test. These policies include:
- No Mobile Phones/Devices: Must be left outside the exam room
- Question Review: Candidates can revisit and change answers before submitting the exam
- Submission: Unanswered questions are marked, and a final review is available before submission
Testing Centers
Since July 9, 2012, CompTIA exams are available exclusively through Pearson VUE testing centers. Candidates can book exams online, by phone, or at the testing center. Options include:
- In-Person Testing: At Pearson VUE testing centers
- Online Testing: Through Pearson VUE's online platform
Performance-Based Questions (PBQs)
The A+ exams include Performance-Based Questions (PBQs), which require candidates to perform specific tasks or solve problems in a simulated environment. These questions test real-world skills in areas like command prompts, Windows OS, and networking environments.
Continuing Education (CE) Program
Certifications with the +CE (Continuing Education) suffix, including A+, Network+, and Security+, must be renewed every three years. Renewal options include:
- Retaking the Exam: Passing the latest version of the exam
- Higher-Level Certification: Passing a higher-level CompTIA exam
- CE Program Requirements: Completing CE activities
Lifetime Certifications
Certifications earned on or before December 31, 2010, are valid for life. However, lifetime certifications are no longer available for new candidates.
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- Questions: 15
- Time: Unlimited
- Included Topics:Mobile DevicesNetworkingHardwareVirtualization and Cloud ComputingHardware and Network Troubleshooting
After replacing a cracked screen on a customer's tablet, the device powers on, but the touch functionality is sporadic and inaccurate. The customer reports that touch inputs are not registering correctly, especially around the edges of the screen. Based on this scenario, what should be your next step in troubleshooting this touch screen issue?
Update the device's firmware to the latest version to improve touch functionality.
Perform a system restart on the tablet to reset the touch interface.
Recalibrate the touch screen using the device's settings menu.
Realign or reseat the digitizer cable, as it may not be correctly connected after the screen replacement.
Answer Description
Realigning or reseating the digitizer cable correctly is often necessary after a screen replacement, as touch screen functionality depends heavily on a secure and proper connection. Factors such as dust on the connector or misalignment can cause improper touch input, which matches the symptoms described in the scenario. While recalibrating the touch screen might be another step, it assumes that the digitizer is already correctly installed, making this a subsequent action to ensure proper functionality after addressing hardware concerns like cable connections. Updating the device's firmware or restarting the tablet are appropriate troubleshooting steps for software-related issues, but given that the scenario describes a hardware change (screen replacement), they do not address the fundamental issue described.
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What is a digitizer cable, and why is it important?
What can cause a touch screen to have sporadic functionality?
How would I recalibrate a touch screen, and when is it necessary?
A user within your organization is complaining about issues with connectivity. While troubleshooting you discover that the port on the switch that the user’s computer is connected to is continually alternating between up and down states. This is a condition known as what?
High latency
External interference
Port flapping
Jitter
Cycling
Answer Description
Port flapping (also known as link flap) occurs when a port alternates between up and down states affecting connectivity for anything connected to that port. This can be caused by issues such as cable or other hardware failures, something in the configuration, etc.
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What causes port flapping?
How can I troubleshoot port flapping?
What is the difference between port flapping and jitter?
A client is looking to back up important documents and ensure that they are accessible from multiple locations and devices, with a focus on security and reliability. What is the BEST cloud service solution to recommend in this scenario?
Cloud gaming platform
Cloud-based Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
Virtual private server (VPS) hosting
Cloud storage service
Answer Description
A cloud storage service is most suitable for backing up and accessing documents from multiple locations and devices securely. Cloud storage often includes features for file sharing, collaboration, redundancy, and strong security measures to keep data safe. In contrast, the other options, while having to do with cloud computing, do not match the client's specific need for document storage and accessibility: cloud gaming provides a platform for playing video games and does not store personal documents; cloud-based development environments are meant for coding and application development; a virtual private server, although it can be configured to store documents, would be overkill for a client specifically looking for document storage and is not the best choice when simplicity and reliability are priorities.
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What features should I look for in a cloud storage service for security?
Can you explain how cloud storage services ensure data redundancy?
What is the difference between cloud storage and a virtual private server (VPS) for document storage?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of using virtual machines for sandboxing?
A platform for sharing resources between multiple users to reduce costs.
A secure network architecture for developing distributed applications.
An isolated environment for running untested software or coding securely.
A complex environment for enhancing the performance of the host system.
Answer Description
The term 'sandbox' refers to an isolated environment in which untested software or coding can be run securely. The isolation protects the host system from potential harmful effects of the software or coding being tested.
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What is a virtual machine?
What does sandboxing mean in the context of software testing?
Why is isolation important when using virtual machines for testing?
A technician is troubleshooting a newly installed cable modem that is failing to connect to the internet. The physical connection is verified, but the modem's status indicator for online connectivity is off. Of the following options, what is the BEST step to troubleshoot this issue?
Replace the cable modem
Use a cable tester on the Ethernet cable
Check the network card on the connected computer
Restart the cable modem
Answer Description
Restarting the cable modem is often the best first step in troubleshooting as it can resolve a range of issues, including ones related to connection establishment with the Internet Service Provider (ISP). Replacing the modem or router would be more costly and time-consuming without first attempting simpler troubleshooting steps. Checking the network card would not be related to a modem's inability to connect to the ISP. Cable testing is useful for ensuring physical connectivity but the scenario has verified physical connection.
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Why is restarting the modem often recommended as a first troubleshooting step?
What are some common issues that can cause a modem to fail to connect to the internet?
What role does the Internet Service Provider (ISP) play in modem connectivity?
Of the following 4 options, which incorrectly describes the functionality of parity RAM or parity memory?
Not all RAM offers parity checking
Parity RAM has one extra bit per byte
Parity RAM can self-correct detected errors
Parity checking will halt a process when discovering an error
Answer Description
Parity memory or Parity RAM (Random Access Memory) uses a parity bit to detect errors. Parity memory is great for detecting errors but offers no way to correct the error once it occurs. Automatic error correction is possible using Error-correcting code memory (ECC) but not parity memory. Note: The question asks which option is incorrect.
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What is parity RAM and how does it work?
What is the difference between parity RAM and ECC RAM?
Why doesn't all RAM offer parity checking?
A client wants to ensure the longevity of printouts from their newly installed thermal printer, which will be exposed to various temperatures in their business environment. Which of the following types of paper should they use to best achieve this goal?
Low heat sensitivity thermal paper with a protective top-coat
High heat sensitivity thermal paper intended for high-resolution printing
Regular paper commonly used in inkjet or laser printers
Multi-layered thermal paper designed for multipart forms
Answer Description
Thermal paper designed for low heat sensitivity and with a protective top-coat will resist fading and damage over time, especially when subjected to various environmental conditions such as heat and light exposure. Regular paper, high sensitivity thermal paper without a protective coating, and multi-layered thermal paper without specified heat-resistance properties are unfit for circumstances where temperature variables could affect the print quality or longevity.
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What is thermal paper and how does it work?
What does low heat sensitivity mean for thermal paper?
Why is a protective top-coat important for thermal paper longevity?
Which of the following is essential for creating virtual machines on a client device?
SSL certificates
DHCP server
Adequate RAM
IMAP server
Answer Description
Adequate RAM (Random Access Memory) is crucial for running virtual machines efficiently as it allows multiple operating systems to be loaded into memory simultaneously without significant performance degradation.
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What role does RAM play in creating virtual machines?
How much RAM is generally recommended for running virtual machines?
What happens if I don't have enough RAM for virtual machines?
A company has a proprietary software tool that was developed for an outdated operating system. The IT department needs to make this tool available to users on current operating systems without major redevelopment of the tool. Which benefit of application virtualization is most directly applicable to this scenario?
Enabling the use of outdated software on modern operating systems
Increasing portability of applications across different platforms
Migrating workstation operating systems to the latest versions
Reducing hardware dependency by diversifying the device fleet
Answer Description
Application virtualization is particularly useful for running software that was designed for outdated operating systems on modern systems, which directly applies to the scenario of providing access to a legacy software tool. Migrating workstation OS is not specific to application virtualization and generally involves upgrading or changing the operating system on a physical machine. Reduced hardware dependency refers to the decreased need for specific hardware when using virtual machines, which is a broader concept of virtualization and not the direct benefit sought in this scenario. While increased portability is a feature of virtualization, the scenario specifically highlights the need to use legacy software on modern systems, which is a classic case for application virtualization.
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What is application virtualization?
How does application virtualization help with legacy software?
What are the key benefits of using application virtualization?
Faulty printer memory CAN be a probable cause of garbled prints on output documents.
False
True
Answer Description
Garbled prints can indeed be caused by problems with the printer's memory, such as when it is faulty or running low. The printer may not be able to process the print job correctly, resulting in garbled or jumbled output. Other potential causes for garbled prints include driver issues, incorrect settings, or communication errors, but the statement is accurate as printer memory can be a source of this problem.
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What is printer memory and how does it affect printing?
What other issues can cause garbled prints besides faulty printer memory?
How can I troubleshoot garbled prints effectively?
A user's laptop is experiencing very slow wireless network speeds, although other devices on the same network are performing optimally. After verifying that the laptop's wireless drivers are up to date, the technician suspects a faulty internal WiFi card. Which action should the technician take next to address the problem?
Install a new operating system to resolve any software conflicts
Replace the laptop's battery to ensure adequate power to the WiFi card
Replace the internal wireless card with a compatible one
Increase the laptop's RAM to improve overall speed
Answer Description
The best course of action is to replace the internal wireless card with a compatible one, considering that drivers are updated and other devices are performing well on the same network. This indicates that the issue is likely hardware-related. The technician should make sure the replacement card matches the laptop's requirements and form factor (e.g., Mini-PCI or M.2) before proceeding with the replacement.
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What are the signs that a WiFi card might be faulty?
How do I ensure the replacement WiFi card is compatible with my laptop?
What steps should I follow to replace the internal WiFi card?
You are a network technician for a consulting company. A small company with several wireless access points has been experiencing intermittent outages for employees near the break room. What is most likely the cause?
Cross talk
Infrared radiation
Line of Sight
Microwave causing interference
Answer Description
Microwave ovens operate on the 2.4 GHz frequency same as many WiFi networks. The intermittent outages are likely being caused by people using the microwave oven in the break room. More recently 5 GHz wireless networks are growing in popularity which do not share this problem, but many support both 2.4 and 5 GHz bands to support older devices.
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What is the 2.4 GHz frequency and why is it significant for WiFi?
How does microwave interference affect WiFi networks?
What are the differences between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands in WiFi?
A company's IT department is deciding between using on-premises Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and VDI in the cloud. Which characteristic is an advantage of using VDI in the cloud over an on-premises VDI?
Direct control over physical infrastructure
Reduced internet bandwidth usage
High availability
Lower latency due to proximity
Answer Description
High availability is an advantage of using VDI in the cloud. Cloud providers typically offer infrastructure with high levels of redundancy and failover capabilities, ensuring that the virtual desktops are available even in the event of hardware failures or other issues. On-premises VDI would require the company to build and maintain such infrastructure themselves, which can be cost-prohibitive and technically challenging. Rapid elasticity, another benefit of cloud solutions, allows for the quick scaling of resources to meet demand.
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What does high availability mean in the context of cloud VDI?
What are the challenges of maintaining on-premises VDI?
How does rapid elasticity benefit cloud VDI?
A medium-sized company has recently expanded their office across two adjacent buildings, requiring the setup of an Internet connection in the new location. They have installed a router in the new building and have established a new dedicated leased line to the router in the main building. However, employees in the new location are experiencing connectivity issues. What is the MOST likely reason for these connectivity problems?
The dedicated leased line installation is faulty, leading to frequent signal losses.
The router's power supply in the new building is not providing a consistent electricity flow.
There is a misconfiguration in the router settings regarding the proper routes or subnet masks.
The firewall settings in the old building's router are preventing any external connections.
Answer Description
Routers are responsible for routing traffic between different networks, so if there is a misconfiguration in the router settings related to network address translation, routes, or subnet masks, clients may face connectivity issues. A misconfigured leased line could refer to physical connectivity or ISP level configuration issues, which would affect connection establishment before data hits the router. Incorrect firewall settings often result in blocking traffic, but they would not usually cause intermittent connectivity issues. Lastly, a faulty power supply would cause the router to be powered off, not intermittent connectivity.
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What are router settings, and how can they affect connectivity?
What is a subnet mask and why is it important?
What is routes misconfiguration and how does it impact network connections?
A network administrator is setting up a new switched network and wants to create separate broadcast domains for the accounting and marketing departments to improve network performance and enhance security. Which of the following would be the BEST solution to achieve this goal?
Keep the network as is without making any changes to segmentation.
Configure Access Control Lists (ACLs) on the switches to restrict inter-department traffic.
Divide the network into smaller subnets without re-configuring switches or routers.
Implement Virtual LANs (VLANs) and assign one for the accounting department and another for the marketing department.
Answer Description
Creating separate VLANs for the accounting and marketing departments is the correct solution to establish distinct broadcast domains. This allows for segmenting the network based on different departments, which not only limits broadcasts to specific areas within the network but also improves overall security by controlling inter-department communication flows. Using ACLs on switches or subnets would not inherently create separate broadcast domains as they do not segment the network at Layer 2, and doing nothing would not improve separation or network performance.
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What are VLANs and how do they work?
What is the difference between Layer 2 and Layer 3 in networking?
What are Access Control Lists (ACLs) and how are they used?
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