Question 1

Who administers the A+ Certification testing?

Accepted Answer

Pearson VUE administers the CompTIA A+ testing at over 5000 testing centers in 165 countries.

Question 2

Briefly describe three study tactics recommended in this text.

Accepted Answer

One trick used by students in law and medical schools who have to memorize reams of information: write it down.The act of writing something down (not typing, writing) in and of itself helps you to remember it even if you never look at what you wrote again.Try taking separate notes on the material and re-creating diagrams by hand to help solidify the information in your mind.Another oldie but goodie: Make yourself flash cards with questions and answers on topics you find difficult.A third trick: Take your notes to bed and read them just before you go to sleep.Many people find they really do learn while they sleep!

Question 3

Several certifications cover computer literacy or _______________ literacy, the phrase that means "what every person needs to know about computers to survive in the 21st century."

Accepted Answer

digital

Question 4

What two exams must you pass to become CompTIA A+ certified?

Accepted Answer

To become A+ certified, CompTIA splits A

Question 5

Other than retaking the exam, what must a certified professional do to maintain their CompTIA A+ certification?

Accepted Answer

A) Successfully complete another CompTIA exam within three years of earning their A+ certification. 
B) Provide proof to CompTIA of one year of relevant work experience gained within three years of earning their A+ certification. 
C) Pay a $194 (U.S.) renewal fee to CompTIA every three years. 
D) Earn 20 CEUs every three years. 
A) Successfully complete another CompTIA exam within three years of earning their A+ certification. 
B) Provide proof to CompTIA of one year of relevant work experience gained within three years of earning their A+ certification. 
C) Pay a $194 (U.S.) renewal fee to CompTIA every three years. 
D) Earn 20 CEUs every three years.

Question 6

The CompTIA A+ _______________ exam covers the configuration, repair, and troubleshooting of the Windows operating system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The CompTIA A+ _______________ exam covers the...

Question 7

In addition to Microsoft Windows operating systems, what four operating systems are covered in a limited scope in the CompTIA A+ exams?

Accepted Answer

In addition to different versi

Question 8

About how much study time is required to pass the A+ exams for the unexperienced and experienced tech?

Accepted Answer

A total neophyte often needs r

Question 9

What are some valid ways to earn CEUs?

Accepted Answer

Professionals can participate in industr

Question 10

Why is it advantageous to pass the A+ Certification exams?

Accepted Answer

If you successfully pass these exams, th

Question 11

When will CompTIA incorporate coverage of Windows 10 into its exams?

Accepted Answer

Assuming CompTIA stays true to

Question 12

Which CompTIA A+ exam goes into significant detail about iOS and Android configuration, including information on setting up e-mail and securing these devices?

Accepted Answer

A) 220-901 
B) 220-902 
C) 220-903 
D) 220-904 
A) 220-901 
B) 220-902 
C) 220-903 
D) 220-904

Question 13

Which domain is tested in the CompTIA A+ 220-901exam?

Accepted Answer

A) Windows Operating Systems 
B) Security 
C) Networking 
D) Operational Procedures 
A) Windows Operating Systems 
B) Security 
C) Networking 
D) Operational Procedures

Question 14

A(n) _______________ is a networking device that controls and directs the flow of information over networks, such as e-mail messages, Web browsing, and so on.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _______________ is a networking device that...

Question 15

Which domain is tested in the CompTIA A+ 220-902 exam?

Accepted Answer

A) Security 
B) Mobile Devices 
C) Networking 
D) Mobile Devices. 
A) Security 
B) Mobile Devices 
C) Networking 
D) Mobile Devices.

Question 16

Which statement is true of both the CompTIA A+ 220-901 and 220-902 exams?

Accepted Answer

A) Both exams are offered in an adaptive format. 
B) Both exam have no more than 90-100 questions. 
C) Both exams have prerequisite testing requirements. 
D) Both exams cover Windows 2010 Professional domains. 
A) Both exams are offered in an adaptive format. 
B) Both exam have no more than 90-100 questions. 
C) Both exams have prerequisite testing requirements. 
D) Both exams cover Windows 2010 Professional domains.

Question 17

Microsoft released the _______________ operating system after CompTIA announced the objectives for the 220-901 and 220-902 exams, but before the exams went live in December 2015.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Microsoft released the _______________ operating system after...

Question 18

What is the name of the pre-CompTIA A+ certification?

Accepted Answer

A) CompTIA Network Security+ 
B) CompTIA IC³ certification 
C) CompTIA Certified Network Associate (CCN
A)  
D) CompTIA IT Fundamentals 
A) CompTIA Network Security+ 
B) CompTIA IC³ certification 
C) CompTIA Certified Network Associate (CCN
A)  
D) CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Question 19

The 220-901 exam tests your knowledge of computer _______________, expecting you to be able to identify just about every common device on PCs, including variations within device types.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The 220-901 exam tests your knowledge of...

Question 20

Describe the purpose of the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.

Accepted Answer

CompTIA has a pre-CompTIA A+ certificati

Exam 1: The Path of the PC Tech

Who administers the A+ Certification testing?

Briefly describe three study tactics recommended in this text.

Several certifications cover computer literacy or _______________ literacy, the phrase that means "what every person needs to know about computers to survive in the 21st century."

What two exams must you pass to become CompTIA A+ certified?

Other than retaking the exam, what must a certified professional do to maintain their CompTIA A+ certification?

The CompTIA A+ _______________ exam covers the configuration, repair, and troubleshooting of the Windows operating system.

In addition to Microsoft Windows operating systems, what four operating systems are covered in a limited scope in the CompTIA A+ exams?

About how much study time is required to pass the A+ exams for the unexperienced and experienced tech?

What are some valid ways to earn CEUs?

Why is it advantageous to pass the A+ Certification exams?

When will CompTIA incorporate coverage of Windows 10 into its exams?

Which CompTIA A+ exam goes into significant detail about iOS and Android configuration, including information on setting up e-mail and securing these devices?

Which domain is tested in the CompTIA A+ 220-901exam?

A(n) _______________ is a networking device that controls and directs the flow of information over networks, such as e-mail messages, Web browsing, and so on.

Which domain is tested in the CompTIA A+ 220-902 exam?

Which statement is true of both the CompTIA A+ 220-901 and 220-902 exams?

Microsoft released the _______________ operating system after CompTIA announced the objectives for the 220-901 and 220-902 exams, but before the exams went live in December 2015.

What is the name of the pre-CompTIA A+ certification?

The 220-901 exam tests your knowledge of computer _______________, expecting you to be able to identify just about every common device on PCs, including variations within device types.

Describe the purpose of the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.

Operational Procedures

The Visible Computer

Microprocessors

Ram

Bios

Motherboards

Power Supplies

Hard Drive Technologies

Implementing Hard Drives

Essential Peripherals

Building a PC

Windows Under the Hood

Users, Groups, and Permissions

Maintaining and Optimizing Operating Systems

Working With the Command-Line Interface

Troubleshooting Operating Systems

Virtualization

Display Technologies

Essentials of Networking

Local Area Networking

Wireless Networking

The Internet

Portable Computing

Understanding Mobile Devices

Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

Printers and Multifunction Devices

Securing Computers

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