Basic knowledge & Terminology

Question 1

What does A+ certification validate?

Answer 1

It validates foundational IT skills and knowledge.

Question 2

True or False: A+ certification is vendor-specific.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The A+ certification is aimed at _____ technicians.

Answer 3

entry-level

Question 4

Which two main domains are covered in the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam?

Answer 4

Hardware and Networking

Question 5

What is the maximum score for the A+ Core 1 exam?

Answer 5

900

Question 6

What type of questions are included in the A+ certification exams?

Answer 6

Multiple choice, performance-based, and drag-and-drop.

Question 7

True or False: The A+ certification does not require any prerequisites.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the recommended experience before taking the A+ exam?

Answer 8

9 to 12 months of hands-on experience.

Question 9

Which of the following is a primary function of the BIOS?

Answer 9

To initialize hardware during the boot process.

Question 10

What is the purpose of the POST process?

Answer 10

To check the system’s hardware components during startup.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The CPU is also known as the _____ of the computer.

Answer 11

central processing unit

Question 12

What does RAM stand for?

Answer 12

Random Access Memory

Question 13

True or False: SSDs are generally slower than HDDs.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

What is the function of an operating system?

Answer 14

To manage hardware and software resources.

Question 15

Which command is used to display the IP configuration in Windows?

Answer 15

ipconfig

Question 16

What type of cable is used for Ethernet networking?

Answer 16

Twisted pair cable

Question 17

What does DHCP stand for?

Answer 17

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Question 18

Fill in the blank: A _____ is a device that connects multiple devices in a network.

Answer 18

switch

Question 19

What is the purpose of a firewall?

Answer 19

To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.

Question 20

True or False: A VPN provides a secure connection over the internet.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is the maximum length of a USB cable?

Answer 21

5 meters for USB 2.0

Question 22

Which wireless standard operates at 5 GHz?

Answer 22

802.11ac

Question 23

What does the acronym LCD stand for?

Answer 23

Liquid Crystal Display

Question 24

Fill in the blank: A _____ is used to connect a computer to a monitor.

Answer 24

video cable

Question 25

What is the purpose of a power supply unit (PSU)?

Answer 25

To convert AC power to DC power for the computer.

Question 26

True or False: The HTTP protocol is used for secure web browsing.

Answer 26

False

Question 27

What does the term 'latency' refer to in networking?

Answer 27

The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction.

Question 28

Which file system is commonly used by Windows operating systems?

Answer 28

NTFS

Question 29

What is the function of antivirus software?

Answer 29

To detect and remove malicious software.

Question 30

Fill in the blank: A _____ is a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software.

Answer 30

trojan

Question 31

What is the purpose of data backup?

Answer 31

To create copies of data to prevent loss.

Question 32

Which command is used to check disk errors in Windows?

Answer 32

chkdsk

Question 33

What does the acronym BIOS stand for?

Answer 33

Basic Input/Output System

Question 34

True or False: The A+ certification is valid for life.

Answer 34

False

Question 35

What is the purpose of system updates?

Answer 35

To improve security and functionality.

Question 36

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the main circuit board in a computer.

Answer 36

motherboard

Question 37

What is the role of a network administrator?

Answer 37

To manage and maintain computer networks.

Question 38

What does the acronym VPN stand for?

Answer 38

Virtual Private Network

Question 39

True or False: SSDs have moving parts.

Answer 39

False

Question 40

What is the primary function of a router?

Answer 40

To route data between different networks.

Question 41

What does the acronym RAID stand for?

Answer 41

Redundant Array of Independent Disks

Question 42

Fill in the blank: A _____ is a device that provides power surge protection.

Answer 42

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)

Question 43

Which protocol is used for secure data transmission over the internet?

Answer 43

HTTPS