Question 1

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association that tests entry-level knowledge of personal computer setup, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting; basic networking skills; and system software.

Accepted Answer

The CompTIA A+ certification tests entry-level knowledge of PC setup, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, basic networking, and system software. The other options listed are not related to this certification.

Question 2

____ is a programming certification sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society that tests knowledge of software development process and tools.

Accepted Answer

CSDP (Certified Software Development Professional) is a programming certification sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society that tests knowledge of software development process and tools. The other options (RHCE, A+, MCPD) are certifications in specific technologies and platforms such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, hardware, and Microsoft technologies respectively.

Question 3

____ is a database certification sponsored by Oracle that tests knowledge of developing and deploying large-scale Oracle database management systems.

Accepted Answer

OCP (Oracle Certified Professional) is a database certification sponsored by Oracle that tests knowledge of developing and deploying large-scale Oracle database management systems.

Question 4

____ is a networking certification sponsored by Cisco that tests advanced knowledge of installing, configuring, and operating LANs and WANs.

Accepted Answer

CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) is a certification that tests advanced knowledge of installing, configuring, and operating LANs and WANs sponsored by Cisco. A+, CCE, and CEECS are not networking certifications sponsored by Cisco.

Question 5

____ is an Internet certification sponsored by Prosoft Learning that tests knowledge of Web development, security, and administration.

Accepted Answer

The certification sponsored by Prosoft Learning that tests knowledge of Web development, security, and administration is CIW (Certified Internet Web Professional).

Question 6

____ is a programming certification sponsored by Microsoft that tests knowledge of developing Web or Windows-based applications using programs in the Visual Studio 2005 suite and the .NET framework.

Accepted Answer

MCPD (Microsoft Certified Professional Developer) is the programming certification sponsored by Microsoft that tests knowledge of developing Web or Windows-based applications using programs in the Visual Studio 2005 suite and the .NET framework. NNT and CAN are not known programming certifications, and A+ is a certification for computer technicians.

Question 7

____ is an application software certification sponsored by Microsoft that tests a user's skills solving problems associated with applications that run on Windows XP and the operating system itself.

Accepted Answer

The MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) certification specifically tests a user's skills in solving problems associated with applications that run on Windows XP and the operating system itself. A+ is a vendor-neutral certification, MCSA is more focused on server administration, and RHCE is specific to Linux administration.

Question 8

____ is a security certification sponsored by The Security Certified Program that tests network security skills related to wireless security, e-mail security, digital certificates, digital signatures, and biometrics.

Accepted Answer

SCNA (Security Certified Network Architect) is a security certification sponsored by The Security Certified Program that tests network security skills related to wireless security, e-mail security, digital certificates, digital signatures, and biometrics. The other options (CIW, CWP, and CCIE) do not specifically focus on these areas of network security.

Question 9

Some certification tests use a technique known as ____, where the tests analyze a person's responses while taking the test.

Accepted Answer

CAT stands for Computer Adaptive Testing, which analyzes a person's responses while taking the test, and adjusts the difficulty of subsequent questions based on the person's previous responses. This allows for a more accurate assessment of the person's proficiency in the subject being tested. The other options (MCDST, MCSA, SIG) do not refer to this testing technique.

Question 10

____ is a computer forensics certification sponsored by International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners that tests core knowledge of acquisition, marking, handling, and storage of computer evidence using a particular operating system.

Accepted Answer

CCE (Certified Computer Examiner) is a computer forensics certification sponsored by International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners that tests core knowledge of acquisition, marking, handling, and storage of computer evidence using a particular operating system. SCNA (Security Certified Network Architect), SCNP (Security Certified Network Professional), and CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) are not specifically related to computer forensics.

Question 11

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the National Association of Communication System Engineers that tests basic knowledge of personal computers, operating systems, networks, and cabling.

Accepted Answer

NNT (Network+ Technician) is a certification that tests basic knowledge of personal computers, operating systems, networks, and cabling, sponsored by the National Association of Communication System Engineers.

Question 12

____ is a security certification sponsored by International Information Systems Security Certification that tests in-depth knowledge of access control methods, information systems development, cryptography, operations security, physical security, and network and Internet security.

Accepted Answer

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) is a security certification sponsored by International Information Systems Security Certification that tests in-depth knowledge of access control methods, information systems development, cryptography, operations security, physical security, and network and Internet security. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Options A, B, and D are not relevant to the description.

Question 13

____ is an operating systems certification sponsored by Microsoft that tests technical expertise in one of several areas including managing and troubleshooting Windows operating systems.

Accepted Answer

MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) is an operating systems certification sponsored by Microsoft that tests technical expertise in one of several areas including managing and troubleshooting Windows operating systems. MCPD (Microsoft Certified Professional Developer) focuses on developing applications using Microsoft technologies. RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) is a certification for Linux system administrators. CSDP (Certified Software Development Professional) is a certification for software developers.

Question 14

____ is an operating systems certification sponsored by Red Hat that tests technical expertise in setting up and administering network services and security administration of the Linux operating systems.

Accepted Answer

RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) is the certification mentioned in the question that tests technical expertise in setting up and administering network services and security administration of the Linux operating systems. A+ is a certification for entry-level IT professionals, CSDP is a certification for software development professionals, and MCPD is a certification for Microsoft .NET developers.

Question 15

____ is an Internet certification sponsored by Cisco that tests expert level knowledge in areas of internetwork communications, security, routing, and switching.

Accepted Answer

CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) is an expert certification sponsored by Cisco that tests expert level knowledge in areas such as security, routing, switching, and more.

Question 16

____ is a computer forensics certification sponsored by International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists that tests basic knowledge of forensics ethics, imaging, examination, collection, and reporting.

Accepted Answer

The Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist (CEECS) is a certification sponsored by the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) that tests basic knowledge of forensics ethics, imaging, examination, collection, and reporting.

Question 17

Professional organizations that offer certifications, such as the ____, define standards designed to raise the competence level for the computer industry.

Accepted Answer

The International Computer Certification Program (ICCP) offers certifications and defines standards in the computer industry to increase competence levels. CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is a yearly trade show, SIG (Special Interest Group) is a community for individuals with a shared interest, and CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) is a type of exam.

Question 18

____ is a security certification sponsored by The Security Certified Program that tests skills with firewalls and defending against network intrusions.

Accepted Answer

The SCNP (Security Certified Network Professional) is a certification that focuses on skills related to firewalls and defending against network intrusions, sponsored by The Security Certified Program.

Question 19

____ is an Internet certification sponsored by the International Webmasters Association that tests advanced knowledge in the areas of Web site design and development, and server administration and security.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

____ is a networking certification sponsored by Novell that tests knowledge of Novell's networking products including NetWare, intraNetWare, and GroupWise.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is C) CAN, which stands for Certified Novell Administrator. This certification specifically tests knowledge related to Novell's networking products, including NetWare, intraNetWare, and GroupWise.

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