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SSO allows users to:
MDM is primarily used for:
Core 2 Acronyms in Context
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MDM is primarily used for:
Securing and managing mobile devices in an enterprise
Configuring network routers
Managing desktop operating systems
Partitioning local storage
2
SSO allows users to:
Authenticate once to access multiple systems
Automatically update software
Encrypt sensitive documents
Transfer files securely
3
What is the main advantage of SCP over standard copy methods?
Faster copying speeds
Automatic file backup
Email integration
Encrypts files during transfer
4
MSRA is associated with which Windows feature?
Managed System Resource Access
Multi-Session Remote Application
Microsoft Remote Assistance
Mobile Software Resource Allocation
5
What is the main function of TACACS in network security?
Provide centralized AAA with granular control
Encrypt file transfers
Manage disk partitions remotely
Handle VPN tunneling
6
Which best defines a GUI?
A command-line interface
Graphical User Interface
A file system
A network protocol
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What role does UAC play in Windows?
It manages firewall settings
It speeds up system boot times
It prevents unauthorized system changes by prompting for permission
It partitions the storage drive
8
What is the purpose of EFS in Windows?
Manage user profiles
Speed up file transfers
Encrypt files and folders
Compress storage volumes
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VM technology allows a system to:
Connect to the internet directly without a router
Serve as a peripheral device manager
Partition disk drives without impact
Emulate a complete computer system via software
10
What is the main role of the Internet Protocol (IP)?
Encrypting local data
Managing user authentication
Formatting hard drives
Routing data packets between devices
11
How is the End User License Agreement (EULA) best defined?
A file management tool
A legal contract on software use
A troubleshooting guide
A backup process
12
On a Windows PC, what does a BSOD indicate?
A security feature activation
A routine software update
A critical system error causing a crash
Successful system optimization
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TKIP is used in which type of environment?
Cloud storage systems
Virtual machine interfaces
Wireless networks, enhancing security over WEP
Wired Ethernet networks
14
What is the role of the MBR on a storage device?
Stores boot info and the disk’s partition table
Manages user accounts
Serves as a file backup system
Encrypts data
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DRM is primarily employed to:
Enhance device compatibility
Restrict unauthorized copying or usage
Monitor network intrusions
Increase file transfer speeds
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How does a DoS attack differ from a DDoS attack?
DoS uses one source; DDoS uses many
DoS encrypts data packets
Both are identical
DoS is used for remote administration
17
APK is best associated with which platform?
Linux
Windows
Android
iOS
18
Which statement best describes a BYOD policy?
Employees can use personal devices for work under guidelines
Only company-issued devices are allowed
Personal devices must be excluded
Devices must be replaced every year
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What is exFAT primarily used for?
Encryption of files
A network routing protocol
A virtualization technology
A file system for flash drives and memory cards
20
What is the purpose of APIPA in IP networking?
To assign IPs manually
To automatically assign an IP when DHCP is unavailable
To configure network routers
To resolve domain names
21
FAT16 is best defined as:
A 16-bit file table file system
A modern replacement for NTFS
A secure network protocol
A variant using 16-bit addressing, improving capacity over FAT12
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What does FAT refer to regarding file systems?
A method for data compression
A legacy file system using a table to track file locations
A file organization technique using a database
A network protocol
23
PKI is critical for:
Partitioning system drives
Accelerating network speeds
Implementing secure communications through digital certificates
Organizing local file systems
24
What is the purpose of the Microsoft Management Console (MMC)?
Manage network traffic
Create virtual machines
Provide a unified interface for managing Windows tools
Encrypt files
25
IRPs are created for what type of incidents?
Chemical spills
Accidental file deletion
Cybersecurity attacks
Accidents
26
A PIN is commonly used to:
Act as a numeric code for user authentication
Manage system backups
Partition data storage
Encrypt large files
27
TCP is best known for:
Establishing wireless connections
Ensuring reliable, ordered, and error-checked data delivery
Managing disk I/O
Encrypting data streams
28
UTM devices are designed to:
Focus solely on antivirus scanning
Manage cloud backups
Integrate multiple security features into one appliance
Serve solely as a VPN concentrator
29
WEP is:
A highly secure, modern wireless encryption standard
A file system for portable drives
An authentication protocol for VPNs
An older encryption protocol for wireless networks considered insecure
30
In wireless networking, what does SSID identify?
The access point’s hardware address
The name of a wireless network
The connection speed
The encryption method used
31
What is the primary purpose of an IDS?
Monitor networks for unauthorized access and alert admins
Encrypt network data
Manage firewall settings
Block all incoming traffic
32
What is the principal purpose of an NDA?
Authenticate network devices
Structure licensing fees
Legally prevent sharing of confidential information
Secure wireless communications
33
In IT, what does End of Life (EOL) mean?
A product reaching peak performance
A system undergoing maintenance
A product is no longer supported
A product is being actively updated
34
What does ESD refer to in hardware safety?
Electrostatic Discharge
A method for data encryption
A network security protocol
A software debugging tool
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What does TCP/IP refer to?
A suite of protocols for the internet
A single proprietary protocol
A disk partitioning method
An encryption standard
36
What is the main purpose of a CAPTCHA?
To automate registrations
To encrypt user data
To verify that a user is human
To optimize website performance
37
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is best described as:
A file encryption standard
A system for managing user permissions
A single password mechanism
A method requiring two or more authentication factors before access
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SFTP is most accurately described as:
A secure file transfer protocol with encryption
A faster file transfer method than FTP
A file system for portable storage
A protocol for streaming video
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Which function does ARP provide on a local network?
Managing user authentication
Mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses
Encrypting data packets
Relaying email services
40
What distinguishes FAT32 from its predecessors?
It introduces dynamic file compression
It is designed for encrypted storage
It uses 32-bit addressing for more files and disk space
It supports journaling for recovery
41
How is the FAT12 file system characterized?
It uses encryption by default
It is a variant for high-capacity media
It uses 12-bit entries for disk storage
It supports large modern storage sizes
42
What is the primary function of PXE in computer systems?
Secure file transfers over Wi-Fi
Boot a computer from a network source
Provide an OS user interface
Manage system updates
43
RDP is best used for:
Managing hardware drivers
Creating virtual storage pools
Encrypting data at the file level
Remotely connecting to and controlling another computer’s desktop
44
IOPS evaluates which component of a system?
Network latency
CPU processing speed
Storage performance via I/O operations per second
Memory throughput
45
What role does DHCP play in a network?
Encrypts communication channels
Manually configures devices
Automatically assigns IP addresses
Resolves domain names
46
In digital certificates, what does CRL stand for?
Certificate Request Log
Certificate Revocation List
Cryptographic Relay Line
Certified Resource Locator
47
NTFS is best known for:
Exclusive use on removable media
Being a low-capacity legacy file system
The file system used by modern Windows OSes
Its use in Linux
48
‘ext’ file systems are most closely related to which OS?
Android
macOS
Windows
Linux
49
What is the primary benefit of using a VPN?
Automate system updates
Create an encrypted tunnel for secure remote access
Speed up local network connections
Manage cloud file storage
50
Which statement is true about FTP?
It is used only for file compression
Transfers files without encryption
Replaces HTTP for modern transfers
Encrypts data files
51
What is GPT in disk partitioning?
GUID Partition Table, a modern standard with unique IDs
A legacy partitioning scheme
A disk encryption protocol
A network partitioning tool
52
Which best describes Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
Information that can identify an individual
A system diagnostic report
A type of encryption key
Publicly available data
53
UEFI is best described as:
An encryption protocol
A network communication tool
The modern firmware interface replacing BIOS
A file system for removable media
54
What is the purpose of a KB?
To make a change to software
To document solutions to common user issues
To buffer keyboard input
To submit help requests
55
XSS is a vulnerability that allows attackers to:
Decrypt secure communications
Physically damage computer hardware
Inject malicious code into web pages viewed by users
Overload a server’s network interface
56
What is the primary function of DNS?
Controlling access via firewalls
Mapping domain names to IP addresses
Managing network drivers
Encrypting data traffic
57
Which description best fits a DDoS attack?
A hardware failure mechanism
A network optimization process
A technique for secure file transfer
A distributed attack overwhelming a target
58
BIOS is most accurately defined as:
Firmware that initializes hardware during boot-up
An OS for mobile devices
A file encryption method
A type of computer virus
59
TPM is a hardware chip designed to:
Manage file allocation tables
Increase display resolution
Serve as a cooling controller for CPUs
Provide secure crypto storage and verify platform integrity
60
Mobile Application Management (MAM) is aimed at:
Encrypting mobile data
Managing and securing mobile apps through their lifecycle
Partitioning mobile storage
Increasing mobile processing speeds
61
What does SMART technology in storage devices do?
Provides network connectivity
Enhances data encryption
Monitors drive health and predicts failure
Increases disk capacity
62
SSH is primarily used for:
Wireless network configuration
Managing local storage devices
Unencrypted file transfers
Establishing secure, encrypted remote connections for command-line access
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APFS stands for:
Apple File System
Advanced Processing File System
Application File Partitioning System
Automated File Storage
64
What does ARM refer to in computer processors?
A processor architecture
An application resource manager
A method for encrypted storage
A tool for remote management
65
In workplace safety, what does MSDS stand for?
Multi-System Data Storage
Microsoft Data Service
Material Safety Data Sheet
Mobile Device Storage
66
The RADIUS protocol is used to:
Provide centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting
Encrypt wireless communications
Partition network traffic
Transfer files securely
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What does AUP mean in an organizational context?
Automated User Processing
Advanced Utilization Process
Acceptable Use Policy
Application Usage Protocol
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What is the primary function of a UPS?
Serve as a backup power source to prevent crashes
Organize file backups
Provide continuous power during outages
Increase network speed
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WPA was developed to:
Increase IP addressing capacity
Speed up file transfers
Provide stronger encryption and better security than WEP
Replace Ethernet cables
