COMPTIA IT FUNDAMENTALS EXAM
PREP QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
2024/2025 100% CORRECT
Which of the following is used for temporary storage of program data that is cleared
when the computer is turned off?
A. CPU
B. SSD
C. Hard drive
D. System memory
Ans>> D. System memory
Which of the following methods of patching allows for vendor controlled updates,
reduced user interaction, and increased security of the operating system or application?
A. Upgrading on a periodic basis
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,B. Frequent patching
C. Automatic updates
D. Patching scheduled daily
Ans>> C. Automatic updates
Which of the following security threats would the use of cable locks reduce?
A. Shoulder surfing
B. Phishing
C. Hardware theft
D. Dumpster diving
Ans>> C. Hardware theft
Which of the following is a reason why password complexity is a best practice?
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,A. It makes passwords harder to crack.
B. It encourages users to write down passwords so they are not forgotten.
C. It forces users to develop typing skills.
D. It discourages users from using the same password with different accounts.
Ans>> A. It makes passwords harder to crack
A user receives an email containing a link. When they hover the mouse over the link, the
actual URL does not match the text in the body of the email and appears to be a string of
random characters. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A. Forward the email to a friend to ask for advice.
B. Reply to the sender asking for confirmation that it is safe to open.
C. Delete the email without clicking on the link.
D. Click the link because malware protection software is installed on the computer.
Ans>> C. Delete the email without clicking on the link.
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, Which of the following components serves as temporary storage for computer
operations?
A. System board
B. Central processing unit
C. Random access memory
D. Expansion card
Ans>> C. Random access memory
The extension .rtf is an example of which of the following file types?
A. Document
B. Executable
C. Audio
D. Speadsheet
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PREP QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
2024/2025 100% CORRECT
Which of the following is used for temporary storage of program data that is cleared
when the computer is turned off?
A. CPU
B. SSD
C. Hard drive
D. System memory
Ans>> D. System memory
Which of the following methods of patching allows for vendor controlled updates,
reduced user interaction, and increased security of the operating system or application?
A. Upgrading on a periodic basis
1
,B. Frequent patching
C. Automatic updates
D. Patching scheduled daily
Ans>> C. Automatic updates
Which of the following security threats would the use of cable locks reduce?
A. Shoulder surfing
B. Phishing
C. Hardware theft
D. Dumpster diving
Ans>> C. Hardware theft
Which of the following is a reason why password complexity is a best practice?
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,A. It makes passwords harder to crack.
B. It encourages users to write down passwords so they are not forgotten.
C. It forces users to develop typing skills.
D. It discourages users from using the same password with different accounts.
Ans>> A. It makes passwords harder to crack
A user receives an email containing a link. When they hover the mouse over the link, the
actual URL does not match the text in the body of the email and appears to be a string of
random characters. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A. Forward the email to a friend to ask for advice.
B. Reply to the sender asking for confirmation that it is safe to open.
C. Delete the email without clicking on the link.
D. Click the link because malware protection software is installed on the computer.
Ans>> C. Delete the email without clicking on the link.
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, Which of the following components serves as temporary storage for computer
operations?
A. System board
B. Central processing unit
C. Random access memory
D. Expansion card
Ans>> C. Random access memory
The extension .rtf is an example of which of the following file types?
A. Document
B. Executable
C. Audio
D. Speadsheet
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