by Cornelia Bunker
Dive into the world of IT fundamentals with our CompTIA A+ Quiz, designed to test your knowledge on essential topics ranging from hardware and software to troubleshooting and security. This quiz is perfect for both aspiring IT professionals and seasoned experts looking to validate their skills. Get ready to challenge yourself and see how well you know the core concepts of the IT industry. Good luck!
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CompTIA A+ Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which of the following is an example of a solid-state drive?
HDD
SSD
CD-ROM
Floppy Disk
2. What does BIOS stand for?
Basic Input Output System
Binary Input Output System
Basic Internal Output System
Binary Internal Output System
3. Which port is typically used for connecting a computer to a network?
USB
HDMI
Ethernet
VGA
4. Which of the following is not an operating system?
Windows
Linux
MacOS
BIOS
5. What is the primary function of RAM in a computer?
Store data permanently
Execute instructions
Store data temporarily
Manage power supply
6. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for data encryption?
Physical
Data Link
Network
Presentation
7. What does the acronym ‘IP’ stand for in networking?
Internet Protocol
Internal Protocol
Internet Program
Internal Program
8. Which type of memory is non-volatile and can be electrically erased and reprogrammed?
RAM
ROM
Flash
Cache
9. Which of the following is a common file system used by Windows operating systems?
NTFS
EXT4
HFS+
FAT32
10. Which component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?
RAM
Hard Drive
CPU
Motherboard
11. What is the purpose of a heat sink in a computer?
Store data
Provide power
Cool components
Transmit data
12. Which of the following is a wireless networking standard?
Ethernet
Wi-Fi
USB
HDMI
13. What does the acronym ‘DNS’ stand for?
Domain Name System
Dynamic Name System
Domain Network Service
Dynamic Network Service
14. Which of the following is a type of malware that restricts access to a computer system until a ransom is paid?
Virus
Worm
Ransomware
Spyware
15. Which protocol is used to securely transfer files over the internet?
FTP
HTTP
SFTP
SMTP
16. Which of the following is not a type of motherboard form factor?
ATX
MicroATX
Mini-ITX
Nano-ATX
17. What is the main purpose of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)?
Provide backup power
Increase processing speed
Store data
Enhance network security
18. Which of the following is used to measure the speed of a processor?
Hertz
Bytes
Pixels
Watts
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