CompTIA ITF+ IT Concepts and Terminology Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the set of programs and instructions that tells a computer and its associated devices what to do?

Accepted Answer

Software

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Hardware

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Firmware

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CPU

Question 2

A user is selecting a new laptop and needs the fastest possible storage for the operating system and frequently used applications to ensure quick boot times and program loading. Which storage type would be the BEST choice for this requirement?

Accepted Answer

SSD (Solid-State Drive)

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HDD (Hard Disk Drive)

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DVD-ROM

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USB Flash Drive

Question 3

What is the fundamental role of an operating system (OS) in a computer?

Accepted Answer

To manage hardware resources and provide an interface for user applications.

Answer

To provide a library of fonts and images for documents.

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To protect the computer from all types of malware.

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To connect the computer to the internet via Wi-Fi.

Question 4

A technician is explaining data storage units to a new employee. Which statement correctly describes the relationship between bits and bytes?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 bits in a byte.

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A bit is larger than a byte.

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There are 10 bits in a byte.

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A bit and a byte are the same size.

Question 5

A small business owner wants to set up a new office network. They need a central, powerful computer to store and manage shared files, user accounts, and applications for about 15 employee computers. Which computing concept does this scenario describe?

Accepted Answer

Client-Server Model

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Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network

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Standalone Computing

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Cloud Computing

Question 6

Which of the following is the physical, tangible component of a computer system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and internal circuit boards?

Accepted Answer

Hardware

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Application

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Operating System

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Software