Free CompTIA 220-1202 Practice Questions 2026 - Page 10

Explanation:

Keychain is macOS’s built-in password management system. It securely stores passwords, certificates, Wi-Fi keys, and other sensitive information. When you save a password in a web browser, email client, or network connection on a Mac, it often goes into Keychain. This way, you don’t have to remember every password, and macOS can autofill them when needed. Keychain encrypts this data to keep it safe.

Wrong Answers

A. FileVault
FileVault encrypts the entire contents of your Mac’s hard drive to protect data if the computer is lost or stolen. It does not store or manage passwords individually.

C. Accessibility
Accessibility provides tools and settings to help users with disabilities interact with macOS. It has no function for storing passwords.

D. Mission Control
Mission Control helps you manage open windows and virtual desktops on your Mac. It’s a visual navigation tool, not a password storage feature.

Explanation:

NTFS (New Technology File System) supports large file sizes well over 4GB, making it ideal for transferring a 4.57GB file. FAT32, in contrast, has a maximum file size limit of 4GB minus 1 byte, so it cannot handle single files larger than that. NTFS is the best choice for moving large files between Windows computers because it’s fully supported and handles big files without issue.

Wrong Answers

A. ext4
ext4 is a Linux filesystem. Windows doesn’t natively support reading or writing to ext4 drives without special software, so it’s not a practical choice for transferring files between Windows systems.

C. FAT32
FAT32 is widely compatible but cannot store individual files larger than 4GB. A 4.57GB .pst file would exceed the limit and fail to copy.

D. APFS
APFS is Apple’s modern filesystem used in macOS and iOS. Windows does not support APFS natively, so it’s unsuitable for moving files between Windows computers.

Explanation:

When DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is not enabled on a network segment, devices won’t automatically receive an IP address, subnet mask, gateway, or DNS information. Instead, IP addresses must be manually configured. That’s why a network team would provide the help desk with a list of IP addresses for that wired subnet, so technicians can manually assign them to devices needing network access.

Wrong Answers

A. Only specific DNS servers are allowed outbound.
This deals with which DNS servers can be accessed but doesn’t explain why technicians would need to manually assign IP addresses to devices.

B. The network allow list is set to a specific address.
An allow list restricts network access based on known IPs or devices but doesn’t directly explain why static IP addresses would be handed out instead of using DHCP.

D. NAC servers only allow security updates to be installed.
Network Access Control (NAC) servers check devices for compliance before allowing network access. This isn’t directly related to assigning IP addresses manually.

Explanation:

ext4 (Fourth Extended Filesystem) is one of the most common filesystems used by Linux operating systems. It supports large volumes, big files, journaling for data integrity, and excellent performance. Most modern Linux distributions use ext4 by default for their root and data partitions.

Wrong Answers

A. exFAT
exFAT is used mostly for flash drives and external storage, especially when sharing files between Windows and macOS. It’s not commonly used as a Linux OS filesystem.

B. APFS
APFS (Apple File System) is used by macOS and iOS devices. Linux does not use APFS as its primary filesystem.

D. NTFS
NTFS is the default filesystem for Windows. Linux can read and write NTFS with additional drivers but does not use it for its own OS partitions.

Explanation:

If the OS installed successfully but the system displays “No boot device found” after removing the installation USB, it’s usually a boot mode mismatch. Many modern systems install the OS in UEFI mode. If the BIOS is set to Legacy (or CSM) mode instead, the system won’t recognize the installed OS as bootable. Enabling UEFI in the BIOS and adjusting the boot order lets the motherboard properly detect and boot from the installed drive. This avoids unnecessary reinstalls and ensures compatibility with modern boot loaders and partitions like GPT.

Wrong Answers

A. Reinstall the OS from a new ISO
Reinstalling the OS might seem like a quick fix, but it’s unnecessary in this case. The initial installation completed successfully, meaning the OS files are already on the drive. The error comes from the BIOS not finding the boot loader, not from a corrupt installation. Reinstalling could waste time and still fail if the BIOS remains in the wrong mode. Technicians should always check BIOS settings before deciding to reinstall.

C. Restart in recovery mode and troubleshoot
Recovery mode tools are useful when the OS is damaged or won’t load properly, like missing system files or startup errors. However, recovery mode can’t help if the BIOS doesn’t detect the OS drive at all. The system needs to find a bootable device before it can even enter recovery tools. In this situation, fixing BIOS settings is the correct first step, as the OS itself might be perfectly fine once it can boot.

D. Install storage drivers for the motherboard
Storage drivers help the OS detect the hard drive or SSD during installation, especially for newer storage technologies like NVMe. However, the OS installation already finished, showing the drives were recognized and drivers were working. The error happening after installation points to a boot configuration problem, not missing drivers. Installing storage drivers won’t solve a BIOS mode mismatch or incorrect boot order.

E. Reseat the SATA cable
A loose or disconnected SATA cable can cause the BIOS to fail to detect a drive altogether. However, the fact that the OS installed successfully proves the drive was connected and functioning at that time. Unless the cable came loose afterward (unlikely if the system wasn’t physically disturbed), it’s not the most probable cause here. Checking BIOS settings is the more logical next step before diving into hardware.

Explanation:

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) is a protocol that provides AAA—Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting—for network services. It’s widely used to manage user logins on network devices, VPNs, Wi-Fi networks, and remote access servers. RADIUS centralizes user credentials and policies, making it easier to enforce security and track user activity across a network.

Wrong Answers

B. Kerberos
Kerberos is a network authentication protocol that uses secret-key cryptography to provide secure authentication over non-secure networks. It’s widely used in Windows Active Directory environments. However, Kerberos focuses only on authentication and establishing secure sessions, not providing full AAA services. It does not handle accounting in the way RADIUS does.

C. TKIP
TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) is an older encryption protocol used in Wi-Fi security (specifically WPA). It was designed as a quick fix to improve security over WEP but does not provide authentication, authorization, or accounting services. TKIP deals with securing wireless traffic, not managing user credentials or permissions.

D. WPA3
WPA3 is a security protocol for Wi-Fi networks, providing strong encryption and better protection against attacks. While WPA3 improves the security of wireless communication, it is not a protocol for managing AAA services. WPA3 defines how devices authenticate to Wi-Fi networks, but it doesn’t offer centralized user management or accounting like RADIUS does.

Explanation:

C. RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol): RDP lets a user connect to and control a Windows PC remotely as if sitting in front of it. The user sees the office computer’s desktop and can run applications, access files, and work just like on-site. It’s ideal for working from home without physically moving equipment.

D. VPN (Virtual Private Network): A VPN securely connects a remote user’s home network to the company’s private network. It allows access to internal resources (servers, shared drives, etc.) as if the user were in the office. Often, a VPN is used alongside RDP to ensure the remote connection is secure.

Wrong Answers

A. SPICE
SPICE (Simple Protocol for Independent Computing Environments) is a remote display protocol mainly used in Linux and virtualization environments (like QEMU/KVM). It’s not commonly used for Windows remote desktop connections for typical office users.

B. SSH
SSH (Secure Shell) is used for secure remote command-line access, mostly to Linux or Unix systems. While Windows supports SSH, it’s not typically used for full remote desktop sessions or regular user work on Windows PCs.

E. RMM (Remote Monitoring and Management)
RMM tools are used by IT teams to monitor and manage many computers remotely. While RMM allows technicians to work on systems, it’s not designed for end users to perform their daily work on a remote PC.

F. WinRM (Windows Remote Management)
WinRM is a Windows protocol for remote management and scripting tasks. It’s mostly used by IT admins to run commands remotely, not for end-user desktop access or working sessions.

Explanation:

Many modern applications, including photo editing software, offer features that are unlocked only when the user logs in with a valid license. If certain tools are disabled, it usually means the software is running in a limited or trial mode. Assigning a proper license to the employee’s account will unlock the full functionality and allow access to all features.

Wrong Answers

B. VPN connection
A VPN connects a user to the company’s network remotely. While useful for accessing internal resources, it doesn’t resolve missing software features caused by license restrictions.

C. Application repair
Repairing an application fixes corrupted files or installation issues but does not grant new licenses or unlock additional paid features.

D. Program reinstallation
Reinstalling software resets it to its default state but won’t provide access to licensed features unless a valid license is applied afterward. The problem here is a lack of licensing, not a faulty installation.

Explanation:

D. Start the print spooler service: The print spooler manages print jobs and queues them for the printer. If it’s stopped, printing fails. Starting the service ensures printing works for the user.

E. Set the print spooler to Automatic: If the spooler is set to Manual or Disabled, it might not start after a reboot. Setting it to Automatic ensures it starts each time the computer boots, preventing the issue from recurring daily.

Together, these steps solve the root cause rather than just fixing the symptom each day.

Wrong Answers

A. Set the print spooler to have no dependencies
The print spooler depends on other services like RPC (Remote Procedure Call). Removing dependencies could cause more problems, not fix them.

B. Set the print spooler recovery to take no action
If the spooler crashes, setting it to “take no action” means it won’t restart itself, making printing problems worse. A proper recovery action should be set to restart the service.

C. Start the printer extensions and notifications service
This service helps with advanced printer notifications but doesn’t directly fix spooler issues. The core problem is that the spooler service itself isn’t running or set to start automatically.

F. Set the print spooler log-on to the user’s account
The print spooler should run under a system account, not an individual user’s account. Setting it to use a user account could cause permissions issues and is not standard practice.

Explanation:

curl is a command-line tool used to test network connections and send requests to servers, including APIs or databases exposed over HTTP/HTTPS. If the application isn’t populating data, it may be unable to communicate with the local server’s database endpoint. Using curl, a technician can manually send a request to the server to see if it responds correctly, helping isolate whether the problem is the app itself or the network/server connection.

Example:
curl http://localserver/databaseapi

If the server responds with data, the issue may be in the application. If there’s no response or an error, the network or server might be the problem.

Wrong Answers

A. ipconfig
ipconfig shows the computer’s IP configuration, like IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. While helpful for network issues, it doesn’t test communication to specific servers or endpoints like curl does.

B. nslookup
nslookup checks DNS resolution. It’s useful if you suspect a hostname isn’t resolving to an IP address. However, since this is a local server, it’s likely accessed via an IP address or known internal name, and the problem sounds more like a connection or data retrieval issue rather than DNS.

C. netstat
netstat displays active network connections and listening ports. It’s helpful for checking whether the app has opened connections, but it won’t directly test sending requests or getting data from a server like curl can.