quizzes: expand all 35 quizzes to 15 questions each

OPS-1 through OPS-10, OS-2, OS-3 went from 5 → 15.
OS-1, OS-4 through OS-11, SEC-1 through SEC-11, TRB-1 through TRB-4 went from 7 → 15.
Questions cover exam-weight scenarios not duplicated from original content.

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@ -42,6 +42,76 @@ B. A repeatable standard operating procedure
C. A disk partition format
D. A certificate warning
6. Which ticket field helps the help desk prioritize which issues to address first?
A. Font style
B. Monitor size
C. Background color
D. Severity or priority level
7. A problem keeps recurring. Which documentation action provides the best long-term value?
A. Closing tickets without notes
B. Documenting the root cause and resolution in a knowledge base article
C. Avoiding follow-up
D. Deleting related tickets
8. A technician escalates a ticket to Tier 2. What should the ticket contain?
A. Only the device serial number
B. All prior troubleshooting steps and findings
C. Just the user's name
D. A random note
9. What does a network diagram document?
A. User email addresses
B. Password policies
C. The layout of devices and connections on the network
D. Browser history
10. A device fails under warranty. Which process handles returning it to the vendor for replacement?
A. RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization)
B. EULA
C. Chain of custody
D. SOP
11. Why should tickets be updated in real time as troubleshooting progresses?
A. To increase download speed
B. To provide accurate history if the ticket is escalated or reopened
C. To disable the SLA
D. To block knowledge base access
12. Which term describes the formal process of reporting and tracking a major service disruption?
A. Change request
B. Incident management
C. Asset tagging
D. Backup rotation
13. A technician notices an unrelated problem while fixing another issue. What should they do?
A. Fix both immediately without documentation
B. Ignore the unrelated problem
C. Document it and open a separate ticket per policy
D. Delete the original ticket
14. Which document describes what IT will deliver, by when, and at what quality level?
A. EULA
B. SLA
C. MSDS
D. Asset tag
15. Which type of documentation maps a specific device to its owner, location, and purchase date?
A. Knowledge base article
B. SOP
C. Inventory or asset record
D. Acceptable use policy
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. A
4. D
5. B
6. D
7. B
8. B
9. C
10. A
11. B
12. B
13. C
14. B
15. C

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@ -42,6 +42,76 @@ B. Pasting sensitive customer data into an unapproved public AI tool
C. Drafting a generic checklist
D. Summarizing public documentation
6. A technician uses AI to generate a troubleshooting script for a customer system. What should be done before running it?
A. Trust it and run immediately
B. Test in a non-production environment and review each step
C. Share it publicly for community feedback
D. Skip testing since AI is accurate
7. Which term describes AI that creates new content such as text, images, or code based on training data patterns?
A. Reactive AI
B. Rules-based AI
C. Generative AI
D. Symbolic AI
8. An AI tool recommends a cost-saving measure. Why should a human review it before acting?
A. AI recommendations are always wrong
B. AI lacks judgment about organizational values, ethics, and context
C. The recommendation will definitely violate the SLA
D. The AI may have produced the wrong file format
9. Which practice best protects against AI hallucinations causing a production issue?
A. Only use AI for creative writing
B. Always verify AI-generated technical steps against official documentation before implementing
C. Increase AI usage to reduce errors
D. Disable logging when using AI tools
10. What information should NOT be entered into a public AI tool?
A. General error messages
B. Public documentation links
C. Internal IP addresses, hostnames, credentials, or customer data
D. The type of cable being used
11. What is a prompt in the context of AI tools?
A. A command-line argument for a script
B. The input or instruction given to an AI model to generate a response
C. A type of firewall rule
D. A backup rotation schedule
12. A technician notices an AI tool gives different answers to the same question each time. What does this suggest?
A. The tool is malfunctioning and should be replaced
B. AI models can be non-deterministic and outputs should be verified
C. The technician needs to rephrase every question
D. The AI has been compromised
13. Which action aligns with responsible AI use in a corporate IT environment?
A. Using AI to process customer records without approval
B. Following company AI policy, avoiding sensitive data, and verifying outputs
C. Sharing AI outputs publicly to get feedback
D. Bypassing IT approval to install an AI tool
14. What does AI "training data" refer to?
A. The hardware specs of the AI server
B. The dataset the model learned patterns from during development
C. The user's prompt history
D. The AI company's employee handbook
15. A technician uses AI to draft a reply to a customer. What is the most important step before sending?
A. Send it immediately to save time
B. Review the reply for accuracy, tone, and sensitive data before sending
C. Ask the AI to resend it
D. Delete the conversation history first
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. A
@ -49,3 +119,13 @@ D. Summarizing public documentation
3. D
4. B
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. B
15. B

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@ -42,6 +42,76 @@ B. Document and review it according to policy
C. Ignore user impact
D. Disable ticketing
6. Who typically reviews and approves significant changes to production systems?
A. A random end user
B. A change advisory board (CAB)
C. The printer technician
D. The asset tag department
7. A change causes unexpected failures. What should the team execute immediately?
A. Create a new SLA
B. Order new hardware
C. Execute the rollback plan
D. Disable all accounts
8. What must be documented BEFORE implementing a change?
A. The post-change menu
B. The scope, impact, risk, and rollback steps
C. The screen brightness setting
D. The toner color
9. Which type of change bypasses the normal approval process due to urgency?
A. Standard
B. Minor
C. Emergency
D. Scheduled
10. A technician applies a patch without getting approval. What type of issue is this?
A. Authorized standard change
B. Scheduled maintenance
C. Unauthorized change
D. SLA renewal
11. Why is a maintenance window important for change management?
A. It eliminates the need for documentation
B. It minimizes impact by scheduling changes during low-usage periods
C. It bypasses CAB review
D. It removes rollback requirements
12. A change was completed successfully. What should happen next?
A. Mark it as pending and leave it
B. Document the outcome and close the change request
C. Skip documentation
D. Delete all backup records
13. What is the purpose of a change request form?
A. To track personal leave
B. To document and justify the proposed change before implementation
C. To store printer settings
D. To replace the SLA
14. A server update will require a restart. Who should be notified in advance?
A. No one
B. Affected users and stakeholders
C. Only the senior manager
D. Asset inventory vendors only
15. Which risk does poor change management most commonly introduce?
A. Reduced ticket counts
B. Faster user response times
C. Unplanned outages and configuration drift
D. Lower licensing costs
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. A
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. C
10. C
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. B
15. C

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C. Differential
D. Manual only
6. A company backs up all data every Sunday (full) and changed files every other day. Which type are the daily backups?
A. Full
B. Synthetic
C. Differential
D. Incremental
7. Which backup strategy provides the fastest restore time but uses the most storage?
A. Incremental only
B. Full backup each time
C. Differential chain
D. GFS
8. What does GFS (Grandfather-Father-Son) backup rotation describe?
A. A three-level hierarchy of daily, weekly, and monthly backups
B. A RAID configuration
C. A printer maintenance schedule
D. A driver signing policy
9. Which backup media type is most commonly used for long-term archival due to low cost per GB?
A. SSD
B. USB flash drive
C. Tape
D. RAM module
10. A technician restores files from last night's backup, but the restored files are corrupted. What was missing from the backup strategy?
A. A second monitor
B. Regular restore testing
C. An SSID
D. A change freeze
11. What is the key difference between a backup and a snapshot?
A. They are identical in every way
B. A snapshot captures system state at a point in time; a backup copies data to separate storage
C. Backups are always faster than snapshots
D. Snapshots replace the need for a 3-2-1 strategy
12. A file server is restored from backup, but users report data missing from yesterday. What is the likely cause?
A. The EULA expired
B. The backup did not run yesterday or did not include all folders
C. The SLA was updated
D. Asset tags were removed
13. Why is offsite backup storage important?
A. It reduces the need for asset tags
B. It protects data if the primary location is damaged or destroyed
C. It speeds up incremental backups
D. It disables the GFS rotation
14. A restore requires last week's full backup plus differential backups. How many sets are needed?
A. Just the full backup
B. The full backup plus all differential sets
C. The full backup plus only the most recent differential
D. Only the last differential set
15. Which cloud backup benefit is most relevant to a small business with no dedicated IT staff?
A. Higher power consumption
B. Reduced need to manage physical media and offsite transport
C. Longer restore times
D. Higher licensing costs
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. A
4. D
5. B
6. D
7. B
8. A
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. C
15. B

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@ -42,6 +42,76 @@ B. To reduce trip hazards and improve organization
C. To disable grounding
D. To block ventilation
6. A technician needs to replace a laser printer's toner cartridge. Which safety step is most important?
A. Wear an ESD wrist strap
B. Avoid inhaling toner and dispose of the cartridge properly
C. Connect to the network first
D. Remove the RAM first
7. Which type of fire extinguisher is recommended for electrical equipment fires?
A. Class A (water)
B. Class B (foam)
C. Class C (CO2 or dry chemical)
D. Class D (dry powder for metals)
8. A technician works inside a tower with power disconnected. Why should they still ground themselves?
A. To improve Wi-Fi signal
B. To prevent ESD damage from stored static on their body
C. To enable remote access
D. To update the BIOS
9. Why should food and drinks be kept away from workstations during repair?
A. To comply with font licensing
B. To prevent liquid damage and contamination of components
C. To reduce ticket volume
D. To satisfy the SLA
10. A technician is disposing of a CRT monitor. Which hazard requires special handling?
A. Low battery voltage
B. High-voltage capacitors that may hold a charge
C. Loud fan noise
D. Low display resolution
11. Which environment poses the greatest ESD risk to components?
A. High humidity
B. Low humidity and dry air
C. High temperature
D. High air pressure
12. What is the correct first step when a technician encounters a chemical spill from a battery?
A. Wipe it up without protection
B. Consult the SDS/MSDS and follow proper cleanup procedures
C. Store the device in a cabinet
D. Update the ticket and ignore it
13. Why use a surge protector rather than just a power strip?
A. To enable wireless connectivity
B. To protect equipment from voltage spikes that can damage components
C. To increase the number of USB ports
D. To reduce screen brightness
14. When should a technician wear an ESD wrist strap?
A. When replacing a toner cartridge
B. When cleaning a monitor
C. When handling RAM, CPUs, or other static-sensitive internal components
D. When updating software
15. A technician needs to work on a computer in a static-prone environment. Which precaution is best?
A. Wear rubber-soled shoes only
B. Use an ESD mat and wrist strap and avoid touching circuit board traces
C. Keep the power connected for grounding
D. Place components on a carpeted floor
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -49,3 +119,13 @@ D. To block ventilation
3. A
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. C
15. B

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@ -42,6 +42,76 @@ B. To improve password length
C. To disable updates
D. To remove asset tags
6. What is the primary function of a surge protector?
A. Provide battery backup during outages
B. Protect equipment from voltage spikes
C. Regulate air temperature
D. Reduce toner waste
7. Which environmental condition most commonly causes hard drive failure due to physical damage?
A. Low humidity
B. High humidity
C. Excessive shock or vibration
D. Insufficient ventilation
8. A server room temperature is consistently above recommended range. Which action best mitigates the risk?
A. Add more servers to generate more heat
B. Ensure proper airflow with cold aisle/hot aisle arrangement and additional cooling
C. Reduce the number of UPS units
D. Disable ventilation
9. What is the purpose of a UPS beyond just providing power during an outage?
A. It speeds up the internet connection
B. It also conditions power to filter noise and spikes before they reach equipment
C. It replaces the need for surge protectors on other devices
D. It eliminates the need for a generator
10. How should old ink cartridges be disposed of?
A. Thrown in regular trash
B. Poured down a drain
C. Returned to manufacturer programs or recycled per local regulations
D. Incinerated
11. Which device protects against both power outages AND voltage fluctuations, unlike a surge protector alone?
A. Power strip
B. UPS
C. Smart plug
D. Ethernet switch
12. A company is in a flood-prone area. Which data protection measure is most relevant?
A. Lower the server room temperature
B. Store backups offsite in a higher elevation location
C. Add a UPS
D. Replace surge protectors
13. A server room has poor airflow and hot air is recirculating into server intakes. Which layout improvement addresses this?
A. Remove server rack doors
B. Implement hot aisle/cold aisle containment
C. Add more toner cartridges
D. Reduce lighting
14. Which gas-based fire suppression system is preferred in server rooms because it does not damage equipment?
A. Water sprinkler
B. Foam suppression
C. Clean agent (e.g., FM-200 or Halon replacement)
D. Dry powder
15. Why should equipment not be placed in direct sunlight?
A. It reduces browser performance
B. Heat and UV light can degrade components and shorten equipment life
C. It interferes with wireless signals
D. It increases humidity
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. C
4. D
5. A
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. C
15. B

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C. It cannot be used by businesses
D. It disables compliance
6. A technician finds company data on a personal device. What should happen first?
A. Immediately wipe the device
B. Follow the AUP and report to the appropriate team per incident policy
C. Ignore it
D. Post a help-desk ticket with the data attached
7. Which law type governs how personally identifiable information (PII) must be handled?
A. Criminal law
B. Privacy regulation (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, state privacy laws)
C. Zoning regulation
D. EULA
8. Which license type allows unlimited installations across an organization for a flat fee?
A. Per-seat
B. OEM
C. Enterprise or site license
D. Trial
9. In digital forensics, what does the order of volatility principle mean?
A. Collect the most permanent evidence first
B. Collect the most volatile evidence (RAM, running processes) before less volatile evidence
C. Always start with hard drive imaging
D. Only cloud evidence is valid
10. A technician is asked to image a suspect drive. What must be used to preserve forensic integrity?
A. A regular copy-paste operation
B. A write-blocker to prevent modifying the original
C. Disk Cleanup first
D. Delete temporary files before imaging
11. Which describes a regulatory compliance issue for an IT technician?
A. Using the wrong font in a ticket
B. Storing health data on an unencrypted laptop without authorization
C. Using two monitors
D. Setting a dark screen theme
12. What does the phrase "right to be forgotten" refer to in privacy regulations?
A. Deleting browser favorites
B. A user's right to request deletion of their personal data
C. Clearing event logs
D. Removing device drivers
13. An employee uses company equipment to run a personal business after hours. Which policy does this violate?
A. SLA
B. GFS rotation
C. Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
D. 3-2-1 backup rule
14. What is the purpose of a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for IT staff?
A. To define software licensing terms
B. To legally obligate them to keep sensitive company information confidential
C. To establish ticket escalation paths
D. To describe the chain of custody
15. An organization discovers unauthorized software installed on a work PC. What is the first concern?
A. Screen resolution
B. Licensing compliance and potential malware risk
C. Font settings
D. Display refresh rate
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. A
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3. C
4. A
5. B
6. B
7. B
8. C
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. C
14. B
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C. Follow-up
D. Documentation
6. A user becomes frustrated and raises their voice. What is the best response?
A. Raise your voice in return
B. Remain calm, let them finish, then address the issue professionally
C. Close the ticket immediately
D. Escalate to legal
7. A technician is about to run a command that will reboot the user's machine. What should happen first?
A. Run the command immediately
B. Warn the user and allow them to save their work
C. Close all tickets first
D. Update the SLA
8. Which behavior demonstrates professionalism when a user reports a problem the technician cannot immediately solve?
A. Making up an answer
B. Telling the user it is their fault
C. Honestly stating what is known, setting expectations, and following up
D. Ignoring the ticket
9. A technician notices a user has personal files on a work device unrelated to the current issue. What should the technician do?
A. Delete the files immediately
B. Access and review all personal files
C. Focus on the reported issue and handle any policy concerns through proper channels
D. Post about it in the team chat
10. When should a technician avoid using technical jargon?
A. When filing a detailed internal report
B. When communicating with a non-technical end user
C. When writing escalation notes
D. When documenting the ticket for Tier 2
11. A technician finishes a repair. What follow-up step demonstrates professionalism?
A. Immediately leave without speaking to the user
B. Confirm the issue is resolved and ask if the user has any questions
C. Submit the ticket before verifying the fix
D. Avoid documenting the solution
12. Which action best represents maintaining user confidentiality?
A. Discussing a user's data issue with coworkers in public
B. Keeping user information private and sharing only with authorized personnel
C. Posting ticket details in a community forum
D. Leaving the user's screen visible to others
13. A user calls back angry because their issue recurred after being marked resolved. What is the best response?
A. Apologize and defend the original resolution
B. Apologize, reopen the ticket, and investigate thoroughly
C. Blame the user for causing the recurrence
D. Close the ticket again
14. A technician is working on a VIP user's computer. How should they adjust their approach?
A. Rush the job to impress the user
B. Treat the issue with the same professionalism and process as any other ticket
C. Skip documentation
D. Bypass approval requirements
15. Which habit most improves long-term customer satisfaction in IT support?
A. Responding without documentation
B. Consistent follow-through, honest communication, and documenting resolutions
C. Closing tickets quickly without verifying resolution
D. Avoiding callbacks
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. A
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3. C
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. B
8. C
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. B
15. B

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C. Delete all backups
D. Disable rollback
6. Which scripting language is built into Windows and designed specifically for system administration?
A. Python
B. Bash
C. Ruby
D. PowerShell
7. A technician writes a script that loops through a list of computers and installs an agent on each one. Which concept does this demonstrate?
A. Manual installation
B. Automation through scripting
C. Physical deployment
D. Manual network mapping
8. What is a variable in a script?
A. A fixed hardware setting
B. A named storage location for a value used in the script
C. A type of network cable
D. A drive partition type
9. A Bash script begins with `#!/bin/bash`. What is the purpose of this line?
A. It comments out the first line
B. It specifies which interpreter should run the script
C. It encrypts the script
D. It sets the working directory
10. A technician downloads a script from an untrusted website and runs it. What is the primary risk?
A. The script may update drivers automatically
B. The script may execute malicious commands with the user's permissions
C. The script may slow internet speed slightly
D. The script may change the desktop background
11. A PowerShell script fails with an execution policy error. What is the likely cause?
A. The script has a syntax error
B. PowerShell execution policy is set to Restricted
C. The script file is on a network drive
D. The screen saver is active
12. In a batch script, what does `echo off` do?
A. Turns off the monitor
B. Suppresses the display of commands as they run
C. Deletes output files
D. Disables all error messages
13. Which Windows environment variable stores the path to the current user's home folder?
A. `%SYSTEMROOT%`
B. `%PATH%`
C. `%USERPROFILE%`
D. `%APPDATA%`
14. A Bash script needs to run a command as root. Which prefix enables this?
A. `run`
B. `admin`
C. `sudo`
D. `root`
15. Which cmdlet in PowerShell retrieves information about running processes?
A. `Get-Service`
B. `Get-EventLog`
C. `Get-Process`
D. `Get-Item`
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. C
4. A
5. B
6. D
7. B
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. C
14. C
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C. RMM
D. GFS
6. Which remote desktop protocol is built into Windows and transmits the desktop over port 3389?
A. SSH
B. VNC
C. RDP
D. SFTP
7. Which protocol should be avoided for remote command-line access because it transmits data in plaintext?
A. SSH
B. SFTP
C. Telnet
D. HTTPS
8. A technician is providing remote support and the user steps away. What should the technician do?
A. Continue working unsupervised
B. Inform the user and wait or disconnect until they return
C. Access unrelated files
D. Change the user's password
9. Which type of VPN connects an individual device to a corporate network over the internet?
A. Site-to-site VPN
B. Client-to-site (remote access) VPN
C. Mesh VPN
D. Tunnel-only VPN
10. Which RMM capability is most useful for IT teams managing many remote endpoints?
A. Managing toner inventory
B. Remote monitoring, patch management, and scripted remediation
C. Printing to remote printers only
D. Managing physical access controls
11. What is a risk of leaving RDP exposed to the internet without additional controls?
A. Reduced file transfer speeds
B. Brute-force and credential-stuffing attacks against the exposed service
C. Increased local printer latency
D. Reduced UPS efficiency
12. Which authentication improvement most reduces the risk of unauthorized remote access?
A. Shorter passwords
B. Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
C. Disabling screen lock
D. Allowing guest accounts
13. A technician finishes a remote desktop session. What security step should they take?
A. Leave the session idle
B. Log off the session rather than just closing the window
C. Disable the NIC
D. Restart the remote machine
14. Why should remote support sessions be logged and recorded?
A. To increase bandwidth usage
B. To provide an audit trail for accountability and compliance
C. To reduce ticket priority
D. To replace the need for an SLA
15. Which tool allows a technician to securely transfer files to/from a remote Linux server?
A. Telnet
B. RDP
C. SCP or SFTP
D. FTP
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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3. C
4. D
5. C
6. C
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
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C. System Information
D. Resource Monitor
8. Which Windows edition includes Hyper-V for running virtual machines?
A. Windows Home
B. Windows SE
C. Windows IoT
D. Windows Pro
9. Which command shows the current computer name?
A. `whoami`
B. `hostname`
C. `winver`
D. `msinfo32`
10. What is the minimum RAM for a 64-bit Windows 11 installation?
A. 256 MB
B. 512 MB
C. 4 GB
D. 16 GB
11. Which command lists all running processes with their process IDs?
A. `netstat`
B. `tasklist`
C. `gpupdate`
D. `diskpart`
12. A technician needs to verify if a PC is 32-bit or 64-bit before installing software. Which tool provides this?
A. Disk Cleanup
B. File Explorer Options
C. System Information or Settings > System > About
D. Windows Update only
13. Which command shows detailed Group Policy results and user/computer settings?
A. `hostname`
B. `winver`
C. `gpresult /r`
D. `chkdsk`
14. Which Windows edition is sold only through OEM channels and is tied to the hardware it ships on?
A. Enterprise
B. Pro
C. Home (OEM)
D. Education
15. Which command shows current IP configuration including IPv4 address and subnet mask?
A. `ping 127.0.0.1`
B. `ipconfig`
C. `hostname`
D. `tracert`
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -65,3 +121,11 @@ D. Resource Monitor
5. B
6. D
7. C
8. D
9. B
10. C
11. B
12. C
13. C
14. C
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C. `chmod`
D. `pwd`
8. Which Windows directory contains 64-bit applications on a 64-bit system?
A. `C:\Program Files (x86)`
B. `C:\Windows\SysWOW64`
C. `C:\Program Files`
D. `C:\Users\Public`
9. A user reports an app works on their home PC but not the work PC that runs Windows Home. The app requires domain features. What is the issue?
A. Insufficient disk space
B. The app requires Windows Pro or higher
C. The driver is outdated
D. The app needs a dedicated graphics card
10. An application requires .NET Framework 4.8. The PC does not have it. Where can a technician enable this on Windows?
A. Device Manager
B. Programs and Features > Turn Windows features on or off
C. Quick format
D. BitLocker
11. Which installation method allows multiple PCs to be set up at once over the network from a master image?
A. Manual USB install per machine
B. PXE boot with network deployment
C. Physical media insert per device
D. OEM recovery partition only
12. Which type of software license is tied to a single machine and typically sold through hardware OEM channels?
A. Site license
B. Subscription license
C. OEM license
D. Open-source license
13. A technician wants to run a Linux virtual machine inside Windows. Which Windows feature enables this?
A. BitLocker
B. EFS
C. Hyper-V
D. UAC
14. Which runtime environment is required to run most Java-based applications?
A. .NET Framework
B. Visual C++ Redistributable
C. JRE (Java Runtime Environment)
D. Cygwin
15. Why should business impact be considered before upgrading a critical application?
A. It changes the MAC address
B. It disables DNS automatically
C. The upgrade may affect workflows, require downtime, or break dependent processes
D. It always removes user accounts
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1. D
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5. D
6. C
7. B
8. C
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. C
14. C
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C. Thermal paste management
D. Email
8. Which cloud service model provides email, calendar, and productivity apps as a service?
A. IaaS
B. SaaS
C. PaaS
D. NaaS
9. A remote employee's Microsoft 365 account is disabled. Which platform should an admin use to re-enable it?
A. Local Control Panel
B. Microsoft 365 Admin Center
C. Device Manager
D. Local Users and Groups
10. Which cloud feature ensures that changes to a document on a phone automatically appear on a laptop?
A. Local caching only
B. Real-time sync across devices
C. Offline-only storage
D. Drive defragmentation
11. A user deletes a file from OneDrive. How long is it typically recoverable from the cloud Recycle Bin?
A. Permanently deleted immediately
B. Up to 3093 days depending on license and settings
C. Only until the next sync
D. Until the browser cache is cleared
12. Which term describes using the same login credential to access multiple cloud services?
A. Local authentication
B. Domain-only login
C. Identity federation or SSO
D. APIPA assignment
13. A user works offline on a document normally stored in OneDrive. What happens when they reconnect?
A. The file is deleted from cloud
B. The local changes are synced to the cloud
C. The file reverts to the cloud version automatically
D. The sync is skipped unless manually triggered
14. Which setting prevents a laptop from sleeping while a Teams or Zoom meeting is in progress?
A. Screen refresh rate
B. Display calibration
C. Power Options > Sleep settings
D. DNS server setting
15. Which cloud service model hosts the underlying infrastructure (VMs, storage, networking) that businesses build on?
A. SaaS
B. PaaS
C. IaaS
D. DaaS
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1. A
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. Email
5. C
6. B
7. D
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. B
14. C
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C. `sfc /scannow`
D. `ipconfig /release`
6. A technician needs to boot a PC from USB to run Windows setup. What must be configured first?
A. Asset tag
B. Boot order in BIOS/UEFI
C. Screensaver timer
D. Display brightness
7. Which Windows recovery option restores the system to factory state while keeping personal files?
A. System Image Recovery
B. Reset This PC — Keep My Files
C. Disk Cleanup
D. Secure Boot
8. A boot sector error appears after a Windows update. Which command sequence is most appropriate?
A. `sfc /scannow` then `chkdsk`
B. `ipconfig /release` then `/renew`
C. `bootrec /fixmbr` then `bootrec /rebuildbcd`
D. `diskpart` then `format`
9. What is the purpose of WinRE (Windows Recovery Environment)?
A. Manage print queues
B. Provide recovery tools when Windows cannot start normally
C. Update device drivers remotely
D. Configure screen resolution
10. A technician needs to perform a clean install but has no DVD drive. What is the best alternative boot method?
A. Plug in an external monitor
B. Boot from a bootable USB flash drive
C. Use Bluetooth pairing
D. Enable Secure Boot without media
11. Which Windows recovery option completely removes all personal files and reinstalls Windows?
A. System Restore
B. Startup Repair
C. Reset This PC — Remove Everything
D. System Information
12. After a failed Windows update, a technician wants to remove the update that caused the issue. Which tool should they use?
A. Device Manager
B. Windows Update history in Settings
C. Resource Monitor
D. Task Scheduler
13. What does a system image backup contain?
A. Only user documents
B. Only the OS installation files
C. A complete snapshot of the entire drive including OS, apps, and data
D. Only registry hives
14. A PC boots to a black screen with "BOOTMGR is missing." What should the technician try first?
A. Disable Windows Firewall
B. Run Disk Cleanup
C. Boot from Windows media and run Startup Repair
D. Change the screensaver
15. Which Advanced Startup Options tool rolls back to a previous restore point?
A. Command Prompt
B. System Restore
C. Task Manager
D. Memory Diagnostic
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1. C
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3. D
4. C
5. B
6. B
7. B
8. C
9. B
10. B
11. C
12. B
13. C
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C. System Information
D. Task Scheduler
6. A technician suspects a process is consuming too much RAM. Which tool shows processes with memory usage in real time?
A. Disk Management
B. Event Viewer
C. Task Manager
D. Local Security Policy
7. A technician needs to create a local user account on a Windows workstation. Which tool should they use?
A. Task Scheduler
B. Performance Monitor
C. Local Users and Groups
D. Device Manager
8. Which tool generates data collector sets and long-term performance logs?
A. Resource Monitor
B. Performance Monitor
C. Task Manager
D. Event Viewer
9. Which tool shows drive health and partition layout graphically and can assign drive letters?
A. Services
B. System Configuration
C. Disk Management
D. Local Security Policy
10. Which tool is used to disable unnecessary startup services and programs to improve boot time diagnostically?
A. Device Manager
B. System Configuration (msconfig)
C. Credential Manager
D. Disk Management
11. A technician needs to stop and restart a stuck background service. Which tool should they use?
A. Task Scheduler
B. Performance Monitor
C. Services (services.msc)
D. Event Viewer
12. Which utility provides a single consolidated view of system hardware including BIOS version and processor details?
A. Resource Monitor
B. Disk Management
C. System Information (msinfo32)
D. Local Security Policy
13. A technician wants to set a minimum password length policy on a standalone workstation. Which tool should they use?
A. Task Manager
B. Event Viewer
C. Local Security Policy
D. Disk Management
14. Which Event Viewer log records events from Windows OS components and services?
A. Application
B. System
C. Security
D. Setup
15. A technician wants to schedule a disk cleanup script to run every Sunday at 2 AM. Which tool is best?
A. Disk Management
B. Device Manager
C. Resource Monitor
D. Task Scheduler
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -49,4 +119,14 @@ D. Task Scheduler
3. C
4. B
5. D
6. C
7. C
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. C
12. C
13. C
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C. `127.0.0.1`
D. `C:`
8. Which command checks and repairs disk errors on a drive?
A. `sfc /scannow`
B. `netstat -ano`
C. `chkdsk /f`
D. `gpresult /r`
9. A technician wants to see the path network packets take to a remote host. Which command is best?
A. `hostname`
B. `whoami`
C. `tracert`
D. `net use`
10. Which command maps a network drive to a drive letter?
A. `diskpart`
B. `net use Z: \\server\share`
C. `gpupdate`
D. `sfc`
11. A PC needs an immediate shutdown. Which command achieves this?
A. `shutdown /r /t 0`
B. `shutdown /s /t 0`
C. `gpupdate /force`
D. `sfc /scannow`
12. Which command repairs the Windows boot record when a system cannot start?
A. `chkdsk /r`
B. `diskpart`
C. `bootrec /fixmbr`
D. `netstat -ano`
13. What does `DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth` do?
A. Formats the system drive
B. Repairs the Windows component store using Windows Update
C. Forces a Group Policy refresh
D. Stops all running services
14. Which command terminates a running process by its process ID?
A. `net stop`
B. `gpresult /r`
C. `taskkill /PID <id> /F`
D. `sfc /scannow`
15. Which command releases the current DHCP lease on a Windows machine?
A. `ipconfig /renew`
B. `ipconfig /flushdns`
C. `ipconfig /release`
D. `ipconfig /all`
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. D
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. `C:`
5. A
6. C
7. B
8. C
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. B
14. C
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C. `gpupdate /force`
D. `df -T`
8. Which file system is commonly used for USB drives that need to work on both Windows and macOS?
A. NTFS
B. ext4
C. exFAT
D. ReFS
9. Which Windows file system is designed for resilience and data integrity in server and RAID environments?
A. FAT16
B. ReFS
C. HFS+
D. APFS
10. A technician is formatting a USB drive for use on Linux only. Which file system is the best choice?
A. NTFS
B. FAT32
C. exFAT
D. ext4
11. Which Linux command shows the kernel version and architecture of the running system?
A. `chmod`
B. `uname -a`
C. `df -T`
D. `apt`
12. ChromeOS is based on which kernel?
A. Windows NT
B. Darwin
C. Linux
D. FreeBSD
13. Which mobile OS uses APK files as its application package format?
A. iOS
B. Android
C. ChromeOS
D. macOS
14. What is the main advantage of NTFS over FAT32 for Windows system drives?
A. Lower storage overhead
B. Compatibility with older DOS systems
C. Support for file permissions, encryption, and files larger than 4 GB
D. Faster write speeds on all hardware
15. Which file system does iOS use internally?
A. NTFS
B. ext4
C. FAT32
D. APFS
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. C
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. `df -T`
5. C
6. B
7. D
8. C
9. B
10. D
11. B
12. C
13. B
14. C
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C. `ms-settings:`
D. `whoami`
8. Which command opens the System Properties dialog (includes computer name and domain info)?
A. `appwiz.cpl`
B. `sysdm.cpl`
C. `ncpa.cpl`
D. `firewall.cpl`
9. Which command opens Windows Firewall with Advanced Security?
A. `firewall.cpl`
B. `wf.msc`
C. `ncpa.cpl`
D. `eventvwr.msc`
10. A technician needs to add the Telnet Client feature. Which Control Panel section is most appropriate?
A. Programs and Features > Turn Windows features on or off
B. Device Manager
C. Power Options
D. File Explorer Options
11. Which command opens the advanced User Accounts dialog?
A. `control userpasswords2`
B. `ncpa.cpl`
C. `appwiz.cpl`
D. `ms-settings:`
12. A user reports that file extensions are not shown in File Explorer. Which setting controls this?
A. Power Options
B. Device Manager
C. File Explorer Options > View > Hide extensions
D. Internet Options
13. Which command opens the classic Control Panel?
A. `ms-settings:`
B. `eventvwr.msc`
C. `control`
D. `diskmgmt.msc`
14. Which command opens Event Viewer?
A. `perfmon.msc`
B. `services.msc`
C. `diskmgmt.msc`
D. `eventvwr.msc`
15. A technician wants to configure Windows to require a password after the screensaver activates. Where is this setting found?
A. Device Manager
B. Personalization > Lock Screen or Screen Saver settings
C. Network Connections
D. Programs and Features
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. `whoami`
5. B
6. D
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. A
11. A
12. C
13. C
14. D
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C. Disk quota
D. Fast Startup
8. Which command releases and then renews a DHCP lease?
A. `ipconfig /all` then `netstat`
B. `ipconfig /release` then `ipconfig /renew`
C. `nslookup` then `tracert`
D. `net use` then `hostname`
9. A user can reach internal resources but cannot browse the internet. What is the most likely cause?
A. Incorrect subnet mask
B. Default gateway is missing or incorrect
C. DNS is set correctly
D. APIPA address assigned
10. Which command clears the local DNS resolver cache?
A. `nslookup /flush`
B. `ipconfig /flushdns`
C. `netstat -flush`
D. `gpupdate /force`
11. A Windows workstation needs to use a static IP. Where is this configured?
A. Device Manager
B. Programs and Features
C. Network adapter properties > TCP/IPv4
D. Windows Update
12. Which network profile automatically applies the most restrictive Windows Firewall rules?
A. Domain
B. Private
C. Workgroup
D. Public
13. A user cannot reach a network printer by name but can reach it by IP address. Which service is most likely at fault?
A. DHCP
B. DNS
C. NTFS
D. BitLocker
14. Which command tests basic network connectivity to another host?
A. `netstat`
B. `ping`
C. `gpresult`
D. `taskkill`
15. A shared folder should allow all domain users to read but only IT staff to write. Which feature combination handles this?
A. DNS server settings
B. DHCP scope
C. Metered connection
D. Share permissions combined with NTFS permissions
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. D
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. Fast Startup
5. D
6. C
7. B
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. C
12. D
13. B
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C. Continuity
D. Disk Utility
8. Which macOS tool is equivalent to Windows Task Manager for viewing and killing processes?
A. Time Machine
B. Disk Utility
C. Activity Monitor
D. Keychain Access
9. Which macOS command-line tool lists running processes?
A. `gpupdate`
B. `tasklist`
C. `ps aux`
D. `ipconfig`
10. Which macOS feature allows you to view and manage multiple virtual desktops?
A. Spotlight
B. Mission Control / Spaces
C. Keychain
D. FileVault
11. Which macOS keyboard shortcut opens Spotlight search?
A. `Command-Option-Escape`
B. `Command-Space`
C. `Command-Tab`
D. `Control-Alt-Delete`
12. A macOS application will not launch because it is from an unidentified developer. Which setting controls this?
A. Time Machine
B. FileVault
C. Privacy & Security > Allow apps from
D. Disk Utility
13. Which macOS command shows the current network configuration including IP and DNS?
A. `sfc /scannow`
B. `ipconfig /all`
C. `ifconfig` or `networksetup`
D. `gpresult /r`
14. A macOS user wants to check whether a remote host is reachable from Terminal. Which command should they use?
A. `tracert`
B. `ipconfig`
C. `ping`
D. `chkdsk`
15. Which macOS feature allows sharing clipboard content, files, and handoff between nearby Apple devices?
A. Spotlight
B. FileVault
C. Continuity
D. Disk Utility
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. A
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. Disk Utility
5. C
6. B
7. D
8. C
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. C
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C. `sudo`
D. `find`
8. Which command shows the current working directory in Linux?
A. `ls`
B. `cd`
C. `pwd`
D. `cat`
9. Which command changes file ownership in Linux?
A. `chmod`
B. `chown`
C. `grep`
D. `find`
10. Which Linux command installs a package on Red Hat/CentOS-based systems?
A. `apt install`
B. `brew install`
C. `dnf install` or `yum install`
D. `dpkg --install`
11. Which command searches for text inside files in Linux?
A. `man`
B. `df`
C. `grep`
D. `mount`
12. Which file in Linux defines where file systems are mounted at boot?
A. `/etc/passwd`
B. `/etc/shadow`
C. `/etc/hosts`
D. `/etc/fstab`
13. Which Linux command shows disk usage for a specific directory?
A. `df -h`
B. `du -sh /path`
C. `top`
D. `man`
14. Which permission string means owner can read/write/execute, group can read/execute, others can read only?
A. `rwxrwxrwx`
B. `rwxr-xr--`
C. `rw-rw-rw-`
D. `r--r--r--`
15. Which command shows who is currently logged in to a Linux system?
A. `ps aux`
B. `df`
C. `w` or `who`
D. `grep`
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. C
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. `find`
5. B
6. D
7. A
8. C
9. B
10. C
11. C
12. D
13. B
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C. SSO
D. exFAT
8. Which access control model assigns permissions based on the user's role in the organization?
A. DAC (Discretionary)
B. RBAC (Role-Based)
C. TOTP
D. DLP
9. Which physical security control prevents someone from following an authorized person through a secure door?
A. CCTV
B. Mantrap or access control vestibule
C. Badge color coding
D. SSID broadcast
10. Which type of control aims to fix a vulnerability or issue after it is detected?
A. Preventive
B. Detective
C. Corrective
D. Deterrent
11. Which authentication factor type is a smartcard?
A. Something you know
B. Something you are
C. Something you have
D. Something you do
12. A company requires two of the following to log in: PIN, fingerprint, and a phone app. This is an example of:
A. Single-factor authentication
B. Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
C. Zero-trust bypass
D. Just-in-time SSID
13. Which security control type defines policies and procedures rather than technical tools?
A. Physical
B. Technical
C. Administrative
D. Detective
14. Which physical control uses a second locked door to trap and verify a person before granting full access?
A. Bollard
B. Badge scanner
C. Mantrap
D. CCTV
15. A user authenticates with a fingerprint. Which factor type is this?
A. Something you know
B. Something you have
C. Something you are
D. Something you do
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. exFAT
5. D
6. A
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. C
12. B
13. C
14. C
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C. It prevents all malware infections
D. It physically protects the router
8. Which SOHO feature assigns local IP addresses to connected devices automatically?
A. DNS
B. DHCP
C. NAT
D. UPnP
9. A small business wants to prevent employees from accidentally accessing certain websites. Which router feature helps?
A. DHCP reservation
B. UPnP
C. Content filtering or URL filtering
D. SSID broadcast disable
10. Which router setting maps a specific inbound port to an internal server so external users can reach it?
A. DHCP reservation
B. Port forwarding
C. Guest network isolation
D. Firewall default deny
11. A business needs each printer to always receive the same IP address from DHCP. Which feature enables this?
A. Port forwarding
B. DHCP reservation by MAC address
C. WPA2-Enterprise
D. DMZ hosting
12. Which network zone hosts public-facing servers while keeping them separate from the internal LAN?
A. Guest network
B. VLAN only
C. DMZ (demilitarized zone)
D. Private cloud
13. A home router's remote management interface is exposed to the internet. What should be done?
A. Enable WEP to protect it
B. Disable remote management or restrict it to trusted IPs only
C. Enable UPnP for better access
D. Broadcast the SSID
14. Which security practice ensures that wireless clients cannot communicate with each other on a guest network?
A. Client isolation or AP isolation
B. DHCP reservation
C. Port forwarding
D. SSID broadcast
15. What should be done if a SOHO router reaches end-of-life and the vendor stops releasing security patches?
A. Continue using it without concern
B. Replace it with a supported model
C. Disable DHCP only
D. Enable WEP as a workaround
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. D
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. It physically protects the router
5. A
6. C
7. B
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. B
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C. Screen brightness
D. Proxy
8. What does HTTPS ensure when visiting a website?
A. The website is free of malware
B. The connection between the browser and server is encrypted
C. The website is in the trusted vendors list
D. The download is automatically scanned
9. Why are browser updates important from a security perspective?
A. They remove the need for passwords
B. They make certificate warnings safe to ignore
C. They physically secure the router
D. They can patch security vulnerabilities in the browser
10. A user visits a legitimate news site and gets a malware pop-up. What is the likely cause?
A. The user's screen is too bright
B. Malvertising — malicious ads served through ad networks on legitimate sites
C. The browser needs a new printer driver
D. The SSL certificate expired
11. Why is it risky to save passwords in a browser on a shared computer?
A. It slows the browser
B. Other users or malware could access saved credentials
C. It disables HTTPS
D. It requires a GPU
12. Which browser feature warns users when they attempt to visit a known phishing or malware site?
A. Download manager
B. Safe Browsing or SmartScreen filter
C. Private mode
D. Tab management
13. A user's browser homepage changed and unknown toolbars appeared after installing freeware. What most likely happened?
A. A scheduled update ran
B. A browser hijacker was installed bundled with the freeware
C. The DNS server changed
D. The user's account was moved to a domain
14. What is the safest action before clicking a link in a suspicious email?
A. Click it to check if it loads correctly
B. Hover over the link to preview the URL and verify it matches the expected destination
C. Forward the email to verify with others
D. Save the attachment first
15. What is the purpose of certificate pinning in security-conscious applications?
A. Speed up TLS handshakes
B. Prevent man-in-the-middle attacks by accepting only a specific certificate
C. Allow self-signed certificates everywhere
D. Replace HTTPS with HTTP for speed
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. C
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. Proxy
5. C
6. B
7. D
8. B
9. D
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
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C. Domain account
D. Guest-only account
8. BitLocker prompts for a recovery key at boot. What likely changed?
A. The screensaver activated
B. Hardware or firmware changes detected by TPM
C. The monitor refresh rate changed
D. Windows Update failed
9. Which Windows command shows the current user's security group memberships?
A. `hostname`
B. `winver`
C. `whoami /groups`
D. `sfc /scannow`
10. Which Windows feature provides a software firewall between the network and the OS?
A. EFS
B. Windows Defender Firewall
C. UAC
D. BitLocker
11. Which built-in account has the highest level of privileges on a standalone Windows machine?
A. Standard user
B. Guest
C. Power user
D. Local Administrator
12. Which Windows Security feature scans files in real time to detect malware?
A. BitLocker
B. EFS
C. UAC
D. Microsoft Defender real-time protection
13. A file on an NTFS drive is encrypted with EFS. Who can open it?
A. Anyone on the local network
B. Only the user account that encrypted it (and authorized recovery agents)
C. All administrators automatically
D. Any user with read share permission
14. A user needs to share a folder so everyone can read but only IT can write. Which permission type controls write access on an NTFS volume?
A. DNS settings
B. Power profile
C. NTFS permissions
D. Wi-Fi SSID
15. Which Windows feature manages encryption keys and can be backed up to Active Directory?
A. EFS only
B. UAC
C. BitLocker with TPM and recovery key backup
D. Windows Firewall
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
@ -65,4 +121,12 @@ D. Guest-only account
5. B
6. D
7. C
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. D
12. D
13. B
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C. BitLocker
D. EFS
8. Which wireless standard is the most current and provides the strongest security?
A. WEP
B. WPA
C. WPA2
D. WPA3
9. What is the purpose of MAC address filtering on a wireless network?
A. Encrypt all data in transit
B. Restrict connections to devices whose MAC addresses are on an approved list
C. Replace the need for a Wi-Fi password
D. Increase wireless range
10. Why is MAC address filtering alone considered a weak security measure?
A. It slows down the access point
B. MAC addresses can be spoofed by attackers
C. It requires WEP
D. It disables SSID broadcast
11. What does WPA2-Enterprise require that WPA2-Personal does not?
A. A pre-shared key (password)
B. An authentication server (RADIUS)
C. WEP as a fallback
D. Kerberos tickets only
12. A hotel guest connects to "FREE_HOTEL_WIFI" which is not an official network. What attack is this?
A. Dictionary attack
B. Evil twin
C. Kerberos overflow
D. Supply chain attack
13. Which wireless configuration reduces the risk of rogue device connections on a corporate network?
A. Hiding the SSID only
B. 802.1X authentication with certificates
C. MAC filtering only
D. Disabling all encryption
14. A company wants to ensure wireless clients each receive individual encryption keys rather than a shared key. Which mode achieves this?
A. WPA2-Personal
B. WEP
C. WPA2-Enterprise
D. Open
15. Which protocol provides encrypted authentication for RADIUS-based wireless and is commonly used with EAP?
A. TKIP
B. WEP
C. 802.1X
D. APIPA
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1. D
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5. D
6. C
7. B
8. D
9. B
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. C
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C. Convert the disk to FAT32
D. Reimage or reinstall the OS from clean media/image
8. Which malware type spreads by attaching itself to legitimate programs and activates when the host program runs?
A. Trojan
B. Worm
C. Virus
D. Cryptominer
9. Which malware type spreads across a network without needing a host file?
A. Virus
B. Adware
C. Worm
D. PUP
10. A user downloads what appears to be a legitimate game but it installs a backdoor. What malware type is this?
A. Rootkit
B. Trojan
C. Ransomware
D. Keylogger
11. Which tool monitors and filters network traffic to detect and block known malicious signatures?
A. EDR
B. UPS
C. IDS/IPS
D. Time Machine
12. An application came bundled with freeware and now shows unwanted ads. What category is this?
A. Rootkit
B. Ransomware
C. Worm
D. PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program)
13. What is the primary goal of spyware?
A. Encrypt files for ransom
B. Collect user information and transmit it without consent
C. Replicate across the network
D. Display unwanted advertisements
14. A user receives an email with an attachment that installs a keylogger when opened. What attack category is this?
A. DDoS
B. SQL injection
C. Phishing with a malware payload
D. Ransomware encryption only
15. Which type of malware specifically targets the boot sector of a hard drive?
A. Trojan
B. Boot sector virus
C. Adware
D. Worm
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1. A
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5. C
6. B
7. D
8. C
9. C
10. B
11. C
12. D
13. B
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C. Tailgating
D. SAML
8. A technician receives a call from someone claiming to be IT support asking for their password. What attack type is this?
A. Phishing
B. Vishing
C. SQL injection
D. Tailgating
9. An attacker follows an employee through a secure door without scanning their badge. What is this called?
A. Shoulder surfing
B. Tailgating
C. Whaling
D. Smishing
10. An attacker watches a user enter their PIN at an ATM by standing nearby. What attack is this?
A. Tailgating
B. Vishing
C. Shoulder surfing
D. Evil twin
11. An attacker searches through discarded printed documents to find sensitive information. What is this called?
A. Dumpster diving
B. Smishing
C. Watering hole attack
D. Shoulder surfing
12. Which attack floods a login page with many different password guesses automatically?
A. Shoulder surfing
B. Vishing
C. Brute force attack
D. Tailgating
13. An email appears to come from the CEO asking the CFO to wire money immediately. This targeted attack is called:
A. Smishing
B. Vishing
C. Whaling or Business Email Compromise (BEC)
D. Watering hole
14. An attacker compromises a popular developer tool website knowing IT professionals visit it. What attack type is this?
A. Vishing
B. Watering hole attack
C. Tailgating
D. Smishing
15. What is the best general defense against social engineering attacks?
A. Disable all email
B. Use only WEP
C. Security awareness training
D. Remove all firewalls
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1. C
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5. B
6. D
7. A
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. A
12. C
13. C
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C. Educate the end user
D. Turn off antivirus
8. What is the correct order of the first three steps in the CompTIA malware removal process?
A. Scan → Quarantine → Educate
B. Reimage → Update → Educate
C. Identify and research → Quarantine → Disable System Restore
D. Update signatures → Scan → Report
9. An infected system is connected to the corporate network. What is the immediate risk if not quarantined?
A. The system will run out of disk space
B. The malware could spread to other systems on the network
C. System Restore will fail
D. Antivirus signatures will not update
10. A user was tricked into running a malicious file from a phishing email. Which step in the removal process addresses preventing this from happening again?
A. Quarantine
B. Disable System Restore
C. Educate the end user
D. Run a full scan
11. Which scanning tool is recommended for a second-opinion scan during malware removal?
A. A dedicated on-demand scanner from a different vendor than the primary AV
B. The same antivirus already installed
C. System Restore
D. Task Manager only
12. After malware removal, a technician checks that the system is fully patched. What is the reason?
A. Patches change file permissions automatically
B. Vulnerabilities may have been exploited or left open and need to be closed
C. Updates reset System Restore
D. Patches disable antivirus
13. A technician runs a full scan and the system appears clean. What should be done before returning the machine to the user?
A. Delete all backups
B. Skip re-enabling System Protection
C. Verify system functionality, re-enable System Protection, and create a restore point
D. Immediately reimage
14. Why is System Restore disabled before running remediation scans?
A. System Restore blocks antivirus tools from running
B. Restore points may contain copies of the malware that could re-infect after cleanup
C. System Restore uses extra CPU during scans
D. It forces the network adapter to disable
15. After completing all cleanup and verification steps, what is the very last thing to do?
A. Disable the firewall permanently
B. Delete all backups
C. Educate the end user on how to avoid reinfection
D. Turn off antivirus
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1. B
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5. D
6. A
7. C
8. C
9. B
10. C
11. A
12. B
13. C
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C. Disable antivirus permanently
D. Convert the drive to FAT32
8. Why is it important to keep OS and application patches up to date?
A. Patches improve screen resolution
B. Patches close known security vulnerabilities
C. Patches disable antivirus
D. Patches remove user accounts
9. Which configuration reduces the attack surface by requiring a PIN before the screen is accessible?
A. Disable screen lock
B. Enable AutoRun
C. Screen lock with automatic timeout
D. Lower display brightness
10. What is the purpose of host-based firewall rules on a workstation?
A. Control which apps can accept inbound network connections
B. Manage driver installation
C. Remove the need for EFS
D. Disable BitLocker
11. A company requires 12-character minimum passwords with complexity. Where is this configured on a standalone Windows machine?
A. Device Manager
B. Windows Update
C. Local Security Policy
D. File Explorer Options
12. What does the principle of least privilege mean for local workstation accounts?
A. All users should have Administrator rights
B. Users should receive only the permissions required for their job function
C. Guest accounts should be enabled for everyone
D. Shared accounts are preferred
13. Which hardening technique removes unnecessary software (games, demos, trial apps) from a workstation?
A. Degaussing
B. Account lockout policy
C. Uninstalling unnecessary applications
D. Enabling AutoRun
14. Which setting limits how many failed login attempts are allowed before an account is temporarily locked?
A. Account lockout threshold
B. Password complexity
C. EFS recovery agent
D. BitLocker PIN length
15. A technician is deploying 50 identical workstations. Which approach best ensures consistent hardening?
A. Configure each manually
B. Use a hardened image or Group Policy baseline
C. Ask each user to configure their own settings
D. Enable AutoPlay on all devices
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1. D
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5. A
6. C
7. B
8. B
9. C
10. A
11. C
12. B
13. C
14. A
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C. Backing up the device
D. Installing apps from unknown third-party sources
8. What is the purpose of requiring a PIN or biometric to unlock a mobile device?
A. Increase screen brightness
B. Prevent unauthorized access if the device is lost or stolen
C. Extend battery life
D. Enable file synchronization
9. Which mobile feature allows an organization to separate personal and work data on a BYOD device?
A. Remote wipe of the entire device
B. NFC disable
C. Containerization or work profile
D. Auto-brightness
10. Why is disabling Bluetooth when not in use a security best practice on mobile devices?
A. It improves battery life and reduces the attack surface for Bluetooth-based attacks
B. It enables GPS tracking
C. It forces app updates
D. It activates MDM
11. A company policy requires that corporate email be wiped from a lost phone without erasing personal data. Which MDM capability enables this?
A. Full device wipe
B. Selective wipe
C. Remote disable of Bluetooth
D. App store restriction
12. A user's phone was factory reset by an unauthorized person, but they cannot activate it without the original account credentials. Which feature prevents unauthorized reuse?
A. Screen lock
B. Activation lock (iCloud Lock or Factory Reset Protection on Android)
C. NFC
D. Bluetooth pairing
13. Why should corporate email require device compliance (minimum OS version, PIN set) before syncing?
A. It increases storage
B. It ensures devices meet baseline security requirements before accessing corporate data
C. It disables screen rotation
D. It removes biometric options
14. What is a risk of connecting a mobile device to an untrusted USB charging port?
A. Slower charging only
B. Juice jacking — malicious software or data exfiltration via USB
C. Screen damage
D. Battery overcharge
15. Which mobile OS feature alerts users when an app requests access to location, camera, or microphone?
A. Screen brightness control
B. App permission prompts
C. DHCP lease renewal
D. Bluetooth scan
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1. C
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5. C
6. B
7. D
8. B
9. C
10. A
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. B
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C. The data may still be recoverable from storage
D. It creates an audit certificate
8. Which secure erase method uses the drive's own firmware to wipe all storage cells and is especially effective on SSDs?
A. Degaussing
B. ATA Secure Erase or manufacturer secure erase
C. Quick format
D. Shredding
9. A company has end-of-life SSDs with customer data that must be physically destroyed. Which method is most appropriate?
A. Degaussing
B. Quick format
C. Shredding or disintegration
D. Multiple overwrites only
10. What is the difference between clearing and purging in data sanitization?
A. They are identical
B. Clearing uses logical overwrites (for reuse in same environment); purging uses stronger methods that prevent lab recovery
C. Clearing physically destroys the media
D. Purging only applies to SSDs
11. Why can't a standard magnet typically degauss a modern hard drive?
A. Modern drives use optical storage
B. The magnetic field required is much stronger than a typical magnet can produce
C. Degaussing only works on SSDs
D. Modern drives use APFS
12. A technician formats a drive and reinstalls Windows. A customer asks if their data is completely gone. What is the correct answer?
A. Yes, completely and permanently
B. No, much of the data may still be recoverable with forensic tools unless securely wiped
C. Only if BitLocker was enabled
D. Only if the drive is an SSD
13. Which NIST publication provides guidelines for media sanitization?
A. NIST SP 800-88
B. NIST SP 800-53
C. ISO 27001
D. PCI DSS
14. Which data destruction method is best when a drive must be erased but cannot be removed from a device?
A. Remote wipe via MDM or encrypted erase
B. Quick format only
C. Closing the disk management window
D. Disabling the drive letter
15. A hard drive shows signs of failure. Before disposal, what should be done to protect data?
A. Quick format and donate
B. Perform a full secure wipe or physically destroy the drive
C. Reformat with FAT32
D. Delete the user profile folders
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1. B
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5. B
6. D
7. C
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. B
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C. Task Manager
D. Snipping Tool
8. A blue screen of death (BSOD) appears frequently. What is the first troubleshooting step?
A. Replace the monitor
B. Note the stop code and check Event Viewer or Reliability Monitor
C. Reinstall the browser
D. Disable all services
9. A Windows PC boots but shows 100% disk usage and no programs open. What is a likely cause?
A. The screensaver is active
B. A failing hard drive, malware, or a runaway process
C. The DNS server is down
D. BitLocker is encrypting the drive
10. Which command rebuilds the boot configuration database when Windows cannot find boot files?
A. `sfc /scannow`
B. `gpupdate /force`
C. `bootrec /rebuildbcd`
D. `chkdsk /f`
11. A user reports their profile settings reset on every login. What is the likely cause?
A. The mouse sensitivity changed
B. A corrupt or temporary user profile
C. DHCP lease expired
D. Low screen brightness
12. Windows Update fails repeatedly. What should a technician do first?
A. Disable antivirus permanently
B. Delete all user profiles
C. Check Event Viewer for error codes and run the Windows Update troubleshooter
D. Reinstall the browser
13. A computer runs fine for 20 minutes then shuts down unexpectedly. What should be checked?
A. Browser cache
B. Thermal management — check CPU temps, clean dust from fans and heatsink
C. User account settings
D. File system type
14. An application crashes consistently on launch. What are reasonable first steps?
A. Reimage immediately
B. Roll back a recent update, check Event Viewer for the error, and test compatibility
C. Replace the keyboard
D. Disable DNS
15. A technician needs to identify which DLL caused a BSOD. Which tool analyzes the memory dump file?
A. Task Manager
B. WinDbg or BlueScreenView
C. Disk Cleanup
D. Registry Editor
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
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5. B
6. A
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. B
12. C
13. B
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C. Disable all updates forever
D. Try low-risk fixes and verify backup status
8. A user cannot connect to Wi-Fi on their phone even though the password is correct. What should be tried first?
A. Replace the battery
B. Forget the network and reconnect
C. Disable MDM
D. Factory reset immediately
9. A mobile app shows a "No internet connection" error while other apps work fine. What should be checked?
A. App-specific network permissions
B. Replace the SIM card
C. Disable Bluetooth
D. Reformat the storage
10. A phone's touchscreen does not respond to touch in a small area. What is the likely cause?
A. Low battery
B. Screen rotation lock
C. Physical damage or screen digitizer failure
D. DNS failure
11. An app freezes but the rest of the phone works. What is the best first step?
A. Factory reset
B. Force close the app and reopen it
C. Update the OS immediately
D. Remove the battery
12. Notifications are not appearing for an app. What should be checked?
A. Screen brightness
B. App notification permissions and Do Not Disturb settings
C. Storage capacity only
D. SIM card PIN
13. A mobile device is very slow after an OS update. What is a reasonable first step?
A. Factory reset immediately without backup
B. Restart the device; if still slow, check storage and running apps
C. Downgrade the OS using a third-party tool
D. Disable all apps permanently
14. A user reports their phone keeps dropping calls in the same location. What is likely?
A. The microphone is damaged
B. Poor cellular signal strength in that area
C. The screen is cracked
D. Low Wi-Fi bandwidth
15. An app requires iOS 17 but the phone runs iOS 15 and cannot be updated. What should be communicated to the user?
A. Force install the app anyway
B. The device does not meet the app's minimum OS requirements
C. Jailbreak the device to bypass the requirement
D. The app will install but features will be limited
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1. B
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5. B
6. A
7. D
8. B
9. A
10. C
11. B
12. B
13. B
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C. Printer spooler failure
D. Low toner
8. A user's phone is sending texts they never wrote. What should be suspected?
A. Low storage
B. Malware or unauthorized account access
C. Bluetooth pairing issue
D. Screen rotation lock
9. Which precaution should a technician take before removing malware from a managed mobile device?
A. Delete all personal photos
B. Disable corporate email
C. Follow MDM policy and escalate if the device is corporate-owned
D. Immediately factory reset without documentation
10. An iPhone user reports unknown apps appeared after a jailbreak. What is the likely cause?
A. iCloud sync added them
B. Unofficial app sources enabled by the jailbreak installed unauthorized software
C. The App Store pushed them automatically
D. MDM deployed them
11. Which mobile behavior is most likely to indicate a phishing attempt?
A. A calendar reminder for a meeting
B. A text or email with a link asking to verify credentials immediately
C. An app notification for a sale
D. A low-battery warning
12. A user installs a "free VPN" from an unknown developer. What security risk does this introduce?
A. Faster internet
B. The VPN app may intercept and log all network traffic
C. Better encryption than a paid VPN
D. Reduced data usage
13. Which Android setting should be disabled to reduce the risk of malware from unofficial sources?
A. Disable "Install from unknown sources" and use only Google Play
B. Enable "Install from unknown sources"
C. Enable developer mode
D. Root the device for full control
14. A corporate phone receives persistent pop-up messages from an unknown app. What is the best immediate action?
A. Click the pop-ups to see where they lead
B. Uninstall suspicious apps and scan the device; escalate per policy
C. Factory reset without reporting
D. Disable all notifications
15. Which mobile security threat allows attackers to intercept device communications via a rogue cellular tower?
A. Juice jacking
B. IMSI catcher or SS7 attack
C. Tailgating
D. Shoulder surfing
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1. B
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5. C
6. D
7. B
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. B
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C. Too many folders on the desktop only
D. Malware damage, system corruption, or network blocking
8. A computer is running slowly and internet bandwidth is lower than normal. What security issue should be suspected?
A. The keyboard is sticky
B. Screen saver is running
C. A monitor driver needs updating
D. Malware consuming resources or a botnet using the bandwidth
9. A new administrator account appeared that no one created. What should be suspected?
A. Windows Update created it automatically
B. Malware or unauthorized access created a backdoor account
C. Group Policy created a guest account
D. A printer driver added the account
10. A user's email contacts report receiving spam from the user's address. Which compromise is most likely?
A. The user's email account credentials were stolen or their account was compromised
B. The printer driver failed
C. The screen saver caused the issue
D. BitLocker locked the drive
11. Which symptom suggests a rootkit may be present?
A. Normal Task Manager showing low CPU usage
B. Files hidden from normal OS tools that are visible with bootable forensic tools
C. Printer not responding
D. Screensaver changing on its own
12. A computer keeps connecting to unknown IP addresses in the background. What security issue does this suggest?
A. DHCP is working correctly
B. A botnet or command-and-control malware infection
C. Normal Windows Update behavior
D. Disk defragmentation in progress
13. Unwanted software reinstalls itself after removal. What does this suggest?
A. The user keeps reinstalling it
B. A persistence mechanism such as a scheduled task, registry entry, or rootkit
C. The screensaver triggered it
D. The drive is NTFS
14. A user's desktop icons were replaced with unknown shortcuts. What should be suspected?
A. Windows theme changed automatically
B. Malware or unwanted software modified desktop files
C. A printer driver updated
D. The screensaver changed the layout
15. After confirming a malware infection, what is the correct next step before removing anything?
A. Run Disk Cleanup
B. Quarantine the system and document findings per the malware removal process
C. Change the desktop background
D. Update the graphics driver
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1. B
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5. B
6. C
7. D
8. D
9. B
10. A
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. B
15. B