Question 1

Multiple laptops that contain confidential data are stolen from a company. Which of the following is a likely policy change resulting from this incident?

Accepted Answer

Enabling full disk encryption is a likely policy change because it ensures that the data on the stolen laptops cannot be accessed without the encryption key, thus protecting the confidential information.

Question 2

A user, Ann, is experiencing slow browsing on a website she frequently visits that displays constant pop-up ads. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause?

Accepted Answer

The presence of constant pop-up ads and slow browsing is a common symptom of malware infection, which can affect the performance of the workstation.

Question 3

Which of the following is the MOST sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and should be shared cautiously and only with trusted resources?

Accepted Answer

Mother's maiden name is often used as a security question for account recovery and identity verification, making it more sensitive than the other options.

Question 4

When setting up a new device, there are multiple features available that will never be used. Which of the following should the user do to make the new device more secure?

Accepted Answer

Removing or disabling unnecessary features reduces the attack surface and potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.

Question 5

Joe, a user, saves a document to a flash drive on his computer in order to print the document from a public computer kiosk. After returning home and reinserting the flash drive in his computer, the security software identifies an infected file on the flash drive. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of the infection?

Accepted Answer

The public workstation was likely infected and transferred the virus to the flash drive when Joe used it to print the document.

Question 6

Which of the following are considered input devices for a computer? (Select TWO).

Accepted Answer

A mouse and a microphone are both input devices for a computer. A mouse is used to control the movement of the cursor on the screen, while a microphone is used to record sound.

Question 7

A user is browsing the Internet when suddenly a threatening message appears on screen demanding a payment in order to avoid the system being disabled. Which of the following BEST describes this type of malware infection?

Accepted Answer

Ransomware is a type of malware that threatens to block access to the victim's data or system, often by encrypting it, until a ransom is paid.

Question 8

Which of the following components is required to send faxes via POTS?

Accepted Answer

A modem is required to send faxes via POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) as it converts digital data from a computer into analog signals that can be transmitted over telephone lines.

Question 9

Which of the following is a 15-pin video connection?

Accepted Answer

The VGA (Video Graphics Array) connector is a 15-pin video connection commonly used for computer monitors.

Question 10

A user has a username and password to log onto a banking website. The user would like to keep access to the account as secure as possible. Which of the following security best practices should the user follow? (Select TWO).

Accepted Answer

Creating a complex password and changing the default password are both security best practices that can help protect a user's account from unauthorized access.

Question 11

A user receives an email formatted to appear as if the bank sent it. The email explains that the user must confirm the name, address, and social security number listed on the bank account. Which of the following BEST describes the security threat taking place?

Accepted Answer

The email is a phishing attempt, which is a type of social engineering attack where the attacker impersonates a legitimate entity to trick the user into providing sensitive information.

Question 12

Several users want to share a common folder with high availability. Which of the following devices is BEST to use for this requirement?

Accepted Answer

A Network Attached Storage (NAS) appliance is specifically designed for file sharing and provides high availability, making it the best choice for sharing a common folder among multiple users.

Question 13

A technician wants to minimize the risk of having third parties track previously visited web pages. Which of the following should be performed in the Internet browser's settings? (Select TWO).

Accepted Answer

Removing cookies and clearing history in the browser settings will help minimize the risk of third parties tracking previously visited web pages. Cookies can store tracking information, and history logs the sites visited.

Question 14

An employee, Joe, forgot his laptop at the airport. Joe is worried about unauthorized access. Which of the following BEST protects against data theft in this instance?

Accepted Answer

Full disk encryption ensures that all data on the laptop is encrypted, making it inaccessible to unauthorized users even if the physical device is lost or stolen.

Question 15

A laptop owner, Ann, can no longer see web pages when she opens her browser, and she can only see her search bars and plug-ins. Which of the following is the MOST likely source of this issue?

Accepted Answer

The downloaded toolbars can take up space in the browser, causing the web pages to not display properly.

Question 16

A technician sets up a new computer system and connects the keyboard and mouse to the PS/2 ports. When the computer boots, the BIOS gives a keyboard and mouse error. Both devices are connected. Which of the following is the solution?

Accepted Answer

The PS/2 ports are color-coded and specific for each device. Swapping the mouse and keyboard to the correct ports should resolve the error.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of ransomware?

Accepted Answer

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts a user's files and demands payment for the decryption key, as described in option A.

Question 18

A user will be traveling with a smartphone that contains confidential information. Which of the following should be disabled? (Select TWO).

Accepted Answer

Bluetooth and NFC are wireless technologies that can be used to transfer data between devices. Disabling these technologies can help to protect the user's confidential information from being intercepted by unauthorized individuals.

Question 19

A user, Ann, is concerned about theft of her laptop and does not want a thief to have easy access to all of her banking and email. Which of the following precautions could be taken to mitigate this issue?

Accepted Answer

Disabling autofill functionality within the web browser prevents automatic entry of sensitive information like passwords, reducing the risk of unauthorized access if the laptop is stolen.

Question 20

Which of the following is required to have a multimedia conversation with someone across the Internet? (Select THREE).

Accepted Answer

A network connection is essential for any internet-based communication. A microphone is needed for audio input, and a webcam is necessary for video input, both of which are crucial for a multimedia conversation.

Exam 9: CompTIA IT Fundamentals