The A+ Certification quiz is designed for individuals aspiring to validate their foundational knowledge in IT and computer systems. Covering a broad range of topics from hardware components and operating systems to troubleshooting and networking, this quiz offers a comprehensive assessment of your readiness for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Whether you’re a beginner looking to start a career in IT or a professional seeking a refresher, this quiz is an essential tool to gauge your understanding and identify areas for further study. Dive in and test your grasp on the core concepts every IT professional should know!
Note: Don’t forget to view our “100 CompTIA A+ Terms to Know” video for a deeper understanding and visual aid. It provides a detailed breakdown of each term, enhancing your preparation for the quiz and the certification exam.
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Question 1 of 25
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1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which device is primarily used for backup purposes and uses magnetic tape as its storage medium?
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Hint: Think of older, reel-to-reel storage systems.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which port commonly connects musical instruments to a computer?
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Hint: Think about synthesizers and keyboards.
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Question 3 of 25
3. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which type of connector is used by traditional VGA cables?
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Hint: Think about the number of pins.
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which component is responsible for holding volatile data that the CPU uses for processing?
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Hint: It’s a temporary data storage.
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+In a PC, what does the BIOS do?
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Hint: It’s the first software a PC runs when powered on.
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Question 6 of 25
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1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which of the following is NOT an operating system?
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Hint: One is a popular word-processing software.
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Question 7 of 25
7. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which storage device uses NAND-based flash memory?
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Hint: It’s a faster, more modern storage solution.
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Question 8 of 25
8. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What kind of malware can replicate and spread to other computers?
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Hint: It can move on its own without user interaction.
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What is the primary purpose of a computer’s power supply unit (PSU)?
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Hint: It’s about energy conversion for the computer components.
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+In computer graphics, what does GPU stand for?
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Hint: It’s all about visuals and rendering.
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which of the following best describes the function of a heatsink in a computer?
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Hint: It’s all about thermal management.
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which type of cable is commonly used for Ethernet connections?
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Hint: Think about the standard cables plugged into computer network ports.
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+In which computer component would you find the ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)?
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Hint: It’s the “brain” of the computer.
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What is the primary purpose of an Operating System (OS)?
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Hint: It’s the main software that manages other software and hardware
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which of the following best describes the function of the computer’s motherboard?
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Hint: It’s the main circuit board in a computer.
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which of the following storage types is considered non-volatile and can be electrically erased and reprogrammed?
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Hint: It’s a type of ROM that can be re-written with electrical charge
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What does the acronym POST stand for in terms of the boot-up process?
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Hint: It’s an initial system test when a computer is powered on.
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which device helps to provide redundancy and improve performance by combining multiple disks into one logical unit?
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Hint: It’s often used in servers and high-performance systems.
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which wireless standard operates at 5 GHz frequency and can provide speeds up to 1.3 Gbps?
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Hint: It’s a newer standard known for high-speed connectivity.
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which type of socket ensures that the CPU pins align properly, preventing bending?
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Hint: The CPU rests on top of pins in the motherboard.
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What is the primary purpose of the CMOS battery on the motherboard?
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Hint: Think about where your computer’s date and time information is stored when it’s powered off.
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+In which type of RAM is data stored in a grid that can be accessed simultaneously, column by column or row by row?
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Hint: This RAM type synchronizes with the computer’s system clock.
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which computer component is responsible for processing all graphical data from the OS and applications?
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Hint: It’s a key component in gaming computers.
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+What is the primary purpose of a firewall?
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Hint: It acts as a barrier or gatekeeper.
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
1 point(s)Category: CompTIA A+Which of the following is a utility used to view and manage the partitions on your hard drive?
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Hint: This utility gives a visual representation of your storage partitions.