COMPTIA IT 9M

A user needs to download tax documents from a financial website, Which of the following is the website MOST likely to use for transmission of the tax document to the users browser?

• HTTP

• HTTPS

• SFTP

• FTP

When connecting a printer to a network, which of the following is needed to complate the process?

• IP address

• User's password

• Computer's name

• The computer's serial number

Which of the following is a reason that a user might upgrade a video card driver?

• To decrease the screen resolution

• To access monitor standby mode

• To fix an error message

• To be able to save video settings to a SSD

Before purchasing a new video card for a PC, which of the following should be checked to ensure there will be enough electricity for the video card to function properly?

• GPU

• CPU

• GUI

• PSU

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

• The computer does not have current antivirus software installed

• The computer needs to have its components upgraded

• The downloaded toolbars are filling the browser screen

• The owner was not using complex passwords

Which of the following is considered input devices for a computer?

• Mouse

• Printer

• Speaker

• Moniotr

While browsing the Internet, a user receives a warnin regarding the display of mixed content. The address bar includes https, and the lock symbol is showing. Which of the following does this warning indicate about the website?

• It stores data in cache or cookies, but not both

• It requires login credentials for some sections

• It contains both secure and non-secure parts as warning

• It is best viewed with a different browser

A technician i typing the password to login to a system. A user is standing in close proximity to the technician and is able to see the password being typed. Which of the following BEST describes this situation?

• Dumpster diving

• Shoulder surfing

• Phishing

• social engineering

Which of the following is the function of a CPU?

• Encrypts data for remote transmission

• Performs data computation

• Supplies electricity to components

• Provides storage location for files

A technician is setting up a computer that was shipped. After everything is plugged in, the computer will not turn on. Which of the following should the technician do FIRST to identify the issue?

• CHeck for physical damage on the computer

• Search for a solution on the Internet

• Reference the manufacturer's documentation

• Ensure the power supply is set at the correct voltage