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During an enterprise rollout of a new application, a technician needs to validate compliance with an application’s EULA while also reducing the number of licenses to manage. Which of the following licenses would best accomplish this goal?
Answer: B
An administrator is designing and implementing a server backup system that minimizes the capacity of storage used. Which of the following is the best backup approach to use in conjunction with synthetic full backups?
Answer: D
Storage space utilization Incremental backups require less storage space. Differential backups take more storage space as time from the last full backup increases. A differential backup strategy aims to reduce restore time by trading off on storage space.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — SomExPoweR
A developer's Type 2 hypervisor is performing inadequately when compiling new source code. Which of the following components should the developer upgrade to improve the hypervisor's performance?
Answer: A
A. Amount of system RAM In the context of a Type 2 hypervisor (which runs on top of an existing operating system), upgrading the amount of system RAM is likely to have the most significant impact on performance when compiling source code. Explanation: Amount of system RAM (Option A): Compiling source code can be a memory-intensive task. Increasing the amount of system RAM allows the hypervisor to allocate more memory for running virtual machines and handling the compilation process more efficiently.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — edwinv
A change advisory board authorized a setting change so a technician is permitted to implement the change. The technician successfully implemented the change. Which of the following should be done next?
Answer: A
A. Document the date and time of change. After successfully implementing an authorized change, it is important to document the date and time of the change. This documentation is crucial for several reasons: Audit Trail: It provides a clear record for auditing purposes, allowing for traceability and accountability. Knowing when the change was implemented is essential for tracking system modifications. Change Management: It helps in maintaining a comprehensive change management record, ensuring that changes are well-documented and can be reviewed in the future if needed. While documenting the purpose of the change, the risk level, and findings of a sandbox test are also important aspects of change management, recording the date and time of the change is typically the immediate and fundamental step after successful implementation.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — kekejon
A user's corporate phone was stolen, and the device contains company trade secrets. Which of the following technologies should be implemented to mitigate this risk? (Choose two.)
Answer: AC
A - Remote wipe ensures the data is wiped regardless of where you are in the world. C - If somehow someone were to copy data off the phone, it won't be readable/usable without the encryption key.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — igorclapa
A user visits a game vendor's website to view the latest patch notes, but this information is not available on the page. Which of the following should the user perform before reloading the page?
Answer: D
D. Clear the cached file. If a user is not seeing the latest content on a website, including patch notes, it could be due to the browser caching the previous version of the page. To ensure the user gets the most up-to-date information, they should clear the cached files in their browser.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — kekejon
A user receives the following error while attempting to boot a computer: BOOTMGR is missing - Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to restart - Which of the following should a desktop engineer attempt first to address this issue?
Answer: A
A. Repair Windows. The error message "BOOTMGR is missing" typically indicates an issue with the boot manager files on the computer. In such a situation, attempting to repair Windows is a common and effective first step to address the problem. To repair Windows, a desktop engineer can use the Windows installation media (DVD or USB) and access the repair options, such as the Startup Repair tool. The Startup Repair tool will attempt to fix any issues with the boot manager, and it's a common method for resolving "BOOTMGR is missing" errors.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — kekejon
A technician is investigating an employee's smartphone that has the following symptoms: ✑ The device is hot, even when it is not in use. ✑ Applications crash, especially when others are launched. ✑ Certain applications, such as GPS, are in portrait mode when they should be in landscape mode. Which of the following can the technician do to MOST likely resolve these issues with minimal impact? (Choose two.)
Answer: AC
E and F makes the most logical sense for this question because that would be the end all be all solution for this question. However, the question states "minimal impact" making me believe the answers would be A and C.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — simsbow1098
A technician is working on a way to register all employee badges and associated computer IDs. Which of the following options should the technician use in order to achieve this objective?
Answer: A
A. Database system To register all employee badges and associated computer IDs, the most appropriate option is to use a Database system. Explanation: Database system (Option A): A database system allows for the organized storage, retrieval, and management of data. In this case, the database can store information about employee badges and their associated computer IDs, providing a structured and efficient way to manage this information.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — edwinv
A technician successfully removed malicious software from an infected computer after running updates and scheduled scans to mitigate future risks. Which of the following should the technician do next?
Answer: D
Below is what I copied right from the CompTIA book. Too many users on here are constantly suggesting the incorrect answers. CompTIA has identified a seven-step best practice procedure for malware removal: 1. Investigate and verify malware symptoms. 2. Quarantine infected systems. 3. Disable System Restore in Windows. 4. Remediate infected systems: a) Update anti-malware software. b) Scanning and removal techniques (e.g., safe mode, preinstallation environment). 5. Schedule scans and run updates. 6. Enable System Restore and create a restore point in Windows. 7. Educate the end user.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — orlkpr88
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