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CompTIA A+ Practical Exam
220-702
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Computer Science
Professional
04/08/2011

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What is the difference between the 802.11a and 802.11g wireless standards?
Definition
802.11a operates in the 5GHz range and 802.11g operates in the 2.4 GHz range
Term
The ___________ wireless network standard operates in the 5GHz range, and supports speeds up to 54Mbps
Definition
802.11a
Term
The ___________ wireless network standard operates in the 2.4GHz range, and supports speeds up to 11Mbps
Definition
802.11b
Term
The ___________ wireless network standard operates in the 2.4GHz range, and supports speeds up to 54Mbps
Definition
802.11g
Term
The ___________ wireless network standard operates in the either the 5GHz or 2.4GHz range, and supports speeds up to 600Mbps
Definition
802.11n
Term
Which is more secure: WEP or WPA?
Definition
WPA
Term
What are the two secure transmission protocols?
Definition
SSH and HTTPS
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 20?
Definition
FTP
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 22?
Definition
SSH
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 23?
Definition
Telnet
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 25?
Definition
SMTP (Simple Mail Tranfer Protocol)
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 53?
Definition
DNS (Domain Name System)
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 80?
Definition
HTTP
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 110?
Definition
POP3
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 443?
Definition
HTTPS
Term
What is transmitted on TCP Port 546?
Definition
DHCP
Term
___________ RAID configuration is non-redundant, it fails if any member of the disk array fails.
Definition
RAID 0
Term
What is the minimum number of disks in a RAID 0 configuration?
Definition
2
Term
____________ RAID configuration consists of mirrored disks?
Definition
RAID 1
Term
How much space does a RAID 0 configuration consisting of 3 80 GB hard drives consist of?
Definition
240 GB
Term
How much space does a RAID 1 configuration consisting of 2 80 GB hard drives consist of?
Definition
80 GB
Term
What is the only number of disks in a RAID 1 configuration?
Definition
2
Term
What is the minimum number of disks in a RAID 5 configuration?
Definition
3
Term
What is the space capacity of 3 80 GB hard drives in a RAID 5 configuration?
Definition
160 GB
Term
____________ RAID configuration combines the speed efficiency of RAID 0 and the parity and stability of RAID 1
Definition
RAID 0+1 or RAID 10
Term
_____________ and ______________ are similar to RAID 5 but they use a dedicated disk to store parity information.
Definition
RAID 3 and 4
Term
____________ is similar to RAID 5 but uses two different parity functions to maximize redundancy
Definition
RAID 6
Term
What three RAID configurations are considered exotic?
Definition
RAID 3,4, and 6
Term
Where do you go to print a test page?
Definition
The Properties of the printer
Term
What is the last thing you should do when troubleshooting a printer?
Definition
Verify the problem is fixed
Term
If a printer prints part of a graphic, what is most likely the problem?
Definition
Not enough memory
Term
What are common causes of printers printing garbage pages?
Definition
Incorrect or corrupt printer driver, physical cable issue,
Term
What does Asymmetric DSL mean?
Definition
Download speed is faster than upload speed
Term
What is the Ethernet standard?
Definition
802.3
Term
What type of technology is generally used in Personal Area Networks?
Definition
Bluetooth
Term
NTFS permissions apply to ________ users
Definition
local
Term
What do share permissions apply to?
Definition
Connections over the network
Term
What file system is EFS available on?
Definition
NTFS
Term
What is Bitlocker?
Definition
An encryption algorhythm available on Windows Vista Ultimate and Enterprise which encrypts entire drives.
Term
What is the name of the chip on the computer that stores the encryption key for Bitlocker?
Definition
Trusted Platform Module (TDM) Chip
Term
What is BIOS Intrusion Detection?
Definition
A button on the computer case that will tell the user the next time the machine is started that the machine has been tampered with
Term
How can you change which processes are managed with User Account Control?
Definition
Local Security Policy Console
Term
What is SSH?
Definition
Secure Shell - it encrypts information as it travels accross the network
Term
What type of protocol encrypts internet pages?
Definition
HTTPS
Term
What are two methods for creating exceptions in a Windows Firewall?
Definition
Application and Port Number
Term
Where is User data stored on Windows 2000 and XP?
Definition
C:\Documents and Settings
Term
Where is user data stored on Windows Vista?
Definition
C:\Users
Term
Where are the System files stored on Windows 2000?
Definition
C:\WINNT
Term
Where are the system files stored on Windows XP and Windows Vista?
Definition
c:\Windows
Term
True or false: The path for program files is C:\Program Files in Windows XP, 2000, and Vista
Definition
True
Term
Where can you manage disks in Windows?
Definition
C:\Control Panel\Administrative Tools\Computer Management\Disk Management
Term
How do you backup files through the graphical interface in Windows?
Definition
Acessories\System Tools\Backupstatus and configuration
Term
How do you launch the Backup utility from the command line?
Definition
ntbackup
Term
What utility can derive the IP address of a host from its name?
Definition
nslookup
Term
What command can copy files and directories?
Definition
XCOPY
Term
Which command can show applications that launch at startup?
Definition
MSconfig
Term
What is the first step in troubleshooting Malware?
Definition
Disconnect it from the network, quarantine the system
Term
What is the only way to really be sure that Malware has been erradicated?
Definition
Format the drive and re install Windows
Term
What is the most important ond most often updated part of anti malware software?
Definition
Signitures
Term
What is a Boot Sector Virus?
Definition
A virus that hides in the Master Boot Record
Term
How do you replace the MBR?
Definition
FDISK/MBR
Term
What command replaces system files?
Definition
SYS
Term
Where is Event Viewer located in Control Panel?
Definition
Administrative Tools
Term
____________ is a consolidated view of many administrative functions in your computer.
Definition
Computer Management
Term
What utility would you use to quickly switch between Event Manager, Disk Manager, and other Administrative tools?
Definition
Computer Management
Term
Where do we gather long term performance statistics in Windows?
Definition
Performance Monitor
Term
What administrative tool is a central console for many different utilities?
Definition
Computer Management
Term
What utility can monitor background processes?
Definition
Services
Term
What happens when a hard drive cable is loose?
Definition
No boot device available message
Term
How can you check the health of an installed hard drive?
Definition
Run a diagnostic utility
Term
What is a good tool for testing a power outlet if you don't want to use a multimeter?
Definition
Circuit Tester
Term
How can you determine if a processor cooling system is functioning properly?
Definition
Monitor CPU temperature sensors
Term
What is a burn in process?
Definition
A process of putting hardware through its paces to ensure it will work properly over time
Term
Where can you find the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool?
Definition
Boot media recovery menu
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