220-1102 Leak Questions

For managing permissions where a specific folder needs to have different access controls than its parent, turning off inheritance for that specific folder is the correct approach.

Option A: Turn off inheritance on the requested folder only and set the requested permissions to each file manuallyThis is partially correct, but setting permissions manually for each file is inefficient and error-prone.

Option B: Turn off inheritance at the top-level folder and remove all inherited permissionsThis action would disrupt permissions for all other folders and files, not just the confidential folder.

Option C: Turn off inheritance at the top-level folder and set permissions to each file and subfolder manuallyThis approach is overly broad and inefficient, impacting more than just the specific folder that needs restricted access.

Option D: Turn off inheritance on the requested folder only, set the requested permissions, and then turn on inheritance under the child foldersThis ensures the specific folder has unique permissions while allowing those permissions to propagate to its children, maintaining security and ease of management.

References:

CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Objective 2.5 (Manage and configure basic security settings in the Windows OS), particularly file and folder permissions and inheritance settings​​.

In macOS, the "Privacy" settings under "Security & Privacy" are where users can control which applications are allowed to run, including third-party apps. By default, macOS may restrict apps that are not downloaded from the App Store, but in the Privacy settings, users can enable installations from identified developers or even from any source. The other options like "Keychain" manage passwords and certificates, "Accessibility" deals with assistive technologies, and "Spotlight" is the search feature.

References:

Apple Support: Safely open apps on your Mac

CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Study Guide​ (Whizlabs)

IoT (Internet of Things) devices are often considered a security concern due to their typically weak security protocols and the fact that many IoT manufacturers do not prioritize security when designing these devices. These devices often lack the capability to be regularly patched or updated, which leaves them vulnerable to exploitation by attackers. The multitude of IoT devices, such as smart thermostats, cameras, and even light bulbs, when connected to a network, can serve as entry points for cyberattacks if not secured properly. In contrast, NICs (Network Interface Cards), PoE (Power over Ethernet), and LC (a type of fiber optic connector) do not inherently pose the same level of security risk as IoT devices because they are more established technologies and typically have better security practices in place.

References:

CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives - 220-1102, Domain 2.7: Security​ (CompTIA)​ (ProfMesser)

Windows 10 is natively compatible with Active Directory. Active Directory is a Windows-based directory service that manages domain-based networks. It allows for centralized management of users, groups, and resources, which is a key feature in enterprise environments using Windows OS, such as Windows 10. Other operating systems like macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS may require additional software or configurations to interact with Active Directory, but they do not natively support it.