{"id":23668,"date":"2026-09-28T08:15:50","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T08:15:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.examlabs.com\/certification\/?p=23668"},"modified":"2026-09-28T08:15:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T08:15:50","slug":"comptia-a-220-1102-practice-test-questions-and-exam-dumps-part12-q221-240","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.examlabs.com\/certification\/comptia-a-220-1102-practice-test-questions-and-exam-dumps-part12-q221-240\/","title":{"rendered":"CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Practice Test Questions and Exam Dumps Part12 Q221-240"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>View Full <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.examlabs.com\/220-1102-exam-dumps\"><b>CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Dumps<\/b><\/a><b> and Practice Test Dumps<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Question 221.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A technician needs to verify which Windows edition is installed, the device name, processor type, installed RAM, and activation status. Which built-in location is most appropriate?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> System settings\/About<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Cleanup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Services<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Task Scheduler<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 1<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The System settings\/About page provides a quick summary of core Windows and hardware information, including the device name, processor, installed memory, system type, and Windows specifications such as edition and version. Depending on the exact settings path, activation information may be available nearby within Windows Settings. This makes it an efficient place to verify system identity before troubleshooting, upgrading, or documenting a workstation. Disk Cleanup removes unnecessary files, Services manages background services, and Task Scheduler automates tasks. Technicians should confirm system specifications before installing software or making changes that depend on Windows edition, processor architecture, memory, or licensing state.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 222.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows command opens the System Information utility, which provides detailed hardware and software configuration information?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> msconfig<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> msinfo32<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> taskmgr<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> services.msc<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 2<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">msinfo32<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> command opens the System Information utility, which displays detailed information about hardware resources, components, the operating system, BIOS or UEFI details, drivers, and the software environment. It is useful when a technician needs more detail than the normal Windows Settings pages provide. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">msconfig<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> opens System Configuration for startup troubleshooting, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">taskmgr<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> opens Task Manager, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">services.msc<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> opens the Services console. System Information is especially useful when documenting a system or verifying hardware capabilities before upgrades, driver installation, or troubleshooting. The tool provides a broad inventory view without requiring the technician to open several separate management consoles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 223.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A technician wants to determine whether a Windows installation is 32-bit or 64-bit. Which information should be checked?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Drive label<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Desktop resolution<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> System type<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Default browser<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The System type field identifies whether Windows is running a 32-bit or 64-bit operating system and often indicates the processor architecture as well. This information matters when installing software, drivers, or operating-system upgrades because some applications and drivers are architecture-specific. Drive labels, desktop resolution, and browser choice do not indicate operating-system architecture. Modern Windows 11 systems use 64-bit architecture, while older Windows environments may still include 32-bit systems. A technician should verify system type rather than assuming compatibility based on the age or appearance of the computer. Installing the wrong driver architecture can cause installation failure or device malfunction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 224.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows utility is designed to adjust startup options and troubleshoot services that load during boot?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Device Manager<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Event Viewer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Management<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> System Configuration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 4<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">System Configuration, commonly opened by running <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">msconfig<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, provides tools for troubleshooting Windows startup behavior. It can configure diagnostic or selective startup, change certain boot options, and help isolate problems related to services that load with Windows. Device Manager manages hardware and drivers, Event Viewer displays event logs, and Disk Management handles storage volumes. System Configuration should generally be used as a troubleshooting utility rather than a permanent method of disabling random services. If disabling a service appears to solve a problem, the technician should identify the actual conflicting application or service and implement a proper long-term correction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 225.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows startup option loads only a minimal set of drivers and services and is commonly used to troubleshoot driver or software conflicts?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Safe Mode<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hibernate<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fast Startup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 1<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safe Mode starts Windows with a limited set of essential drivers and services. This helps a technician determine whether a problem is caused by a third-party driver, startup program, or service. If a symptom does not occur in Safe Mode, the technician can focus troubleshooting on components that are not loaded in that environment. Hibernate saves the current system state to storage, Fast Startup reduces startup time using a hybrid shutdown process, and Sleep places the system into a low-power state. Safe Mode is therefore a diagnostic startup environment rather than a normal operating mode. It is especially useful when normal Windows startup produces crashes, display problems, or software conflicts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 226.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A Windows system starts successfully in Safe Mode but crashes during a normal boot. What does this most strongly suggest?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The monitor is physically broken<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A nonessential driver, service, or startup application may be causing the problem<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The hard drive has no partitions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The computer cannot obtain an IP address<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 2<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safe Mode loads only a minimal set of drivers and services. If the system works normally in Safe Mode but crashes during a standard boot, the problem is likely related to something that loads only during the normal startup process, such as a third-party device driver, service, or startup application. The technician can use a process of elimination, System Configuration, Task Manager, Device Manager, and Event Viewer to narrow the cause. A broken monitor, missing partitions, or DHCP problem would not typically be explained by the difference between Safe Mode and normal startup. Troubleshooting should focus first on recent changes and nonessential startup components.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 227.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows utility can help determine whether a recently installed device driver is associated with an error code or warning icon?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> File History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Cleanup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Device Manager<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Task Scheduler<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Device Manager displays hardware devices and their current status within Windows. Warning symbols, disabled-device indicators, and device status codes can provide useful clues when a newly installed driver causes a problem. From Device Manager, a technician can update, uninstall, disable, or roll back drivers when appropriate. File History protects versions of user files, Disk Cleanup removes unnecessary data, and Task Scheduler automates tasks. Device Manager is therefore the primary Windows tool for hardware and driver troubleshooting. Before changing drivers, the technician should verify the affected device and, when possible, obtain drivers from a trusted manufacturer or approved organizational source.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 228.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which action is most appropriate when a problem begins immediately after a device driver update and the previous version was stable?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Format the system drive<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Delete the user profile<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Replace the network switch<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Roll back the driver<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 4<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolling back the driver is the least disruptive corrective action when a device begins malfunctioning immediately after a driver update and the previous version worked correctly. Windows Device Manager may allow the technician to restore the prior driver. This follows the troubleshooting principle of reversing the most recent relevant change before taking more drastic action. Formatting the system drive or deleting a user profile would be unnecessarily destructive, while replacing a network switch would be unrelated unless evidence pointed to a network hardware issue. After rollback, the technician should confirm that the device functions normally and investigate whether a newer corrected or approved driver is available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 229.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A Windows system reports that protected operating-system files may be corrupted. Which command should the technician run first to check and repair those files?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sfc \/scannow<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> nslookup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> route print<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> net use<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 1<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sfc \/scannow<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> command launches System File Checker, which examines protected Windows system files and attempts to replace damaged or incorrect copies with valid ones. It is useful when Windows components behave unexpectedly, applications fail because of system-file corruption, or the operating system reports integrity problems. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nslookup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> queries DNS, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">route print<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> displays the routing table, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">net use<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> manages connections to shared resources. If SFC reports that it cannot repair certain files, the technician may need to use DISM to repair the Windows component store and then rerun SFC. This repair approach is much less disruptive than reinstalling Windows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 230.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows utility is commonly used to repair the component store when SFC cannot repair corrupted files?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> netstat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> DISM<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gpupdate<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> taskkill<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 2<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DISM, or Deployment Image Servicing and Management, can service and repair the Windows image and component store. When System File Checker cannot repair protected files because the underlying component store is damaged, an appropriate DISM repair operation may restore the required source components. The technician can then run <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sfc \/scannow<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> again. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">netstat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> displays network connections, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gpupdate<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> refreshes Group Policy, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">taskkill<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> terminates processes. DISM is a powerful system-maintenance utility, so technicians should use supported options carefully and confirm that they are working against the correct Windows installation or image. It is especially valuable for deeper operating-system corruption that does not justify a full reinstall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 231.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows recovery feature uses restore points to return selected system files and settings to an earlier condition?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BitLocker<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> File History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> System Restore<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Cleanup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">System Restore uses restore points to roll back selected Windows system files, registry settings, installed drivers, and other configuration information to an earlier state. It is useful when a recent software installation, update, or configuration change causes instability. System Restore is not a complete backup of user data and should not replace a proper backup strategy. BitLocker encrypts storage, File History protects versions of user files, and Disk Cleanup removes unnecessary content. Before using System Restore, the technician should identify a restore point created before the problem started. Afterward, the system should be tested to verify that the original issue is resolved and that essential applications continue to function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 232.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which recovery feature should a technician try when Windows fails to boot because of a damaged startup configuration?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Cleanup<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> File History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Storage Spaces<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Startup Repair<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 4<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Startup Repair is available through Windows Recovery Environment and is designed to diagnose and repair certain conditions that prevent Windows from booting. It can address some problems involving startup files, boot configuration, and system corruption. Disk Cleanup removes temporary files, File History protects user files, and Storage Spaces provides pooled storage and resiliency. Startup Repair is an appropriate early recovery option because it attempts targeted automated fixes without requiring the technician to immediately reinstall Windows. If it is unsuccessful, other recovery tools such as System Restore, Command Prompt utilities, or more advanced recovery procedures may be required. Important user data should be protected before destructive recovery actions are attempted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 233.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows command-line utility is commonly used from the recovery environment to repair certain boot configuration problems?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bootrec<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ping<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> whoami<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> netstat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 1<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bootrec<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> utility can be used from Windows Recovery Environment to troubleshoot and repair certain startup problems related to boot records and Boot Configuration Data. Depending on the situation and supported options, a technician may use it to repair boot information or rebuild boot configuration. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ping<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tests network reachability, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whoami<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shows the current user context, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">netstat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> displays network connections and listening ports. Boot repairs should be performed carefully because incorrect changes can make a system less bootable. Before using advanced recovery commands, the technician should confirm the symptoms and, when possible, protect important data.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 234.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A user needs to recover an earlier version of a personal document after accidentally overwriting it. File History was enabled before the incident. Which feature should the technician use?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> System Restore<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> File History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BitLocker<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Device Manager<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 2<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">File History is designed to maintain versions of user files so that earlier copies can be recovered after accidental deletion or unwanted modification. If File History was configured and the desired version was captured, the technician or user can browse previous versions and restore the appropriate copy. System Restore focuses on operating-system configuration rather than personal documents. BitLocker encrypts volumes, and Device Manager manages hardware and drivers. File History is useful for user-data recovery but should not be viewed as a complete replacement for broader backup strategies. Important organizational data should still be protected according to established backup and retention policies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 235.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Windows feature prompts a standard user for administrative credentials when a task requires elevated privileges?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Secure Boot<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> File History<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> User Account Control<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disk Cleanup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">User Account Control, or UAC, prompts for consent or administrative credentials when an operation requires elevated privileges. This allows users to perform routine work without full administrative rights while still enabling controlled elevation when necessary. Secure Boot protects the startup process, File History protects user files, and Disk Cleanup removes unnecessary data. UAC supports the principle of least privilege by reducing the amount of time users or applications operate with full administrative authority. Disabling UAC because prompts are inconvenient weakens security. Organizations should instead design workflows so elevation is required only when legitimately necessary and use separate administrative credentials where appropriate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 236.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which type of Windows user account is generally most appropriate for routine employee work?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Built-in Administrator account<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shared administrator account<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Guest account<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Standard user account<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 4<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A standard user account is typically the most appropriate account for routine employee activity because it limits the user&#8217;s ability to make system-wide changes. This supports least privilege and reduces the damage malware, mistakes, or compromised credentials can cause. Administrative tasks can be performed through controlled elevation or separate privileged accounts when required. The built-in Administrator account should not be used casually, shared administrator accounts weaken accountability, and guest accounts are not designed as normal employee identities. Security is stronger when users have unique accounts, limited permissions, MFA where appropriate, and documented procedures for obtaining temporary administrative access.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 237.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which security principle is being followed when a user is granted read-only access to a folder because the user&#8217;s job does not require editing files?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Least privilege<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Availability<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Redundancy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Open access<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 1<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Least privilege means granting only the minimum access necessary for a person, application, or service to perform its authorized role. If the user&#8217;s job requires viewing files but not modifying them, read-only access is appropriate. Granting Modify or Full Control would create unnecessary risk. Availability focuses on ensuring that systems remain accessible, while redundancy provides alternate components or resources. Open access is the opposite of least privilege. Applying least privilege can limit the impact of accidental deletion, insider misuse, malware, and account compromise. Permissions should also be reviewed periodically because job roles and access requirements can change over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 238.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which authentication control combines two different factor types, such as a password and a hardware token?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Password history<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Multifactor authentication<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Single sign-on only<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Account lockout<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 2<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multifactor authentication requires authentication factors from at least two different categories. A password is something the user knows, while a hardware token is something the user has. Requiring both significantly reduces the likelihood that a stolen password alone can compromise the account. Password history controls password reuse, single sign-on simplifies access to multiple systems after authentication but does not inherently mean multiple factors are used, and account lockout limits repeated failed attempts. MFA is particularly valuable for privileged, remote-access, cloud, and sensitive accounts. Organizations should also train users never to approve unexpected authentication prompts or provide one-time codes to callers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 239.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Which type of social-engineering attack is conducted primarily through fraudulent telephone calls?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Smishing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tailgating<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Vishing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shoulder surfing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vishing is phishing conducted through voice communication, usually telephone calls. Attackers may impersonate help-desk personnel, financial institutions, government agencies, or other trusted organizations and attempt to persuade users to reveal passwords, MFA codes, payment information, or remote-access capabilities. Smishing uses text messages, tailgating involves unauthorized physical entry by following an authorized person, and shoulder surfing involves observing sensitive information. Users should independently verify unexpected callers using known contact information and should never disclose authentication secrets merely because a caller sounds authoritative. Security-awareness training should emphasize that urgency and authority are common social-engineering tactics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Question 240.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A technician has identified the cause of a problem, implemented the corrective action, verified full functionality, and confirmed that the user can work normally again. What is the final troubleshooting step?<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make additional unrelated changes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remove all logs related to the issue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Reinstall the operating system anyway<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Document findings, actions, and outcomes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Correct Answer: 4<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Explanation:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documentation is the final step in the standard troubleshooting methodology after the technician has confirmed that the corrective action resolved the issue and that the system functions normally. The support record should describe the symptoms, diagnostic steps, root cause when known, solution, verification performed, and any preventive measures. Accurate documentation creates organizational knowledge, improves future troubleshooting, supports accountability, and can help identify recurring patterns. Making unrelated changes after a successful repair introduces unnecessary risk, deleting logs removes useful historical evidence, and reinstalling an already functioning operating system would be excessive. A clear support record allows the incident to be closed professionally and provides a useful reference if a similar problem occurs later.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>View Full CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Exam Dumps and Practice Test Dumps &nbsp; Question 221. A technician needs to verify which Windows edition is installed, the device name, processor type, installed RAM, and activation status. Which built-in location is most appropriate? 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