CompTIA ITF+ Domain 1: IT Concepts and Terminology Welcome to your CompTIA ITF+ Domain 1: IT Concepts and Terminology 1. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What is the primary purpose of a hypervisor in virtualization technology? A. To manage database systems B. To create and manage virtual machines C. To enhance graphics processing D. To increase storage capacity None 2. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In cloud computing, what does the term 'elasticity' refer to? A. Data encryption and security B. The ability to scale resources up or down as needed C. The geographic distribution of data centers D. The process of migrating data to the cloud None 3. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology Which of the following best describes 'Big Data'? A. Data that is stored in large physical storage devices B. Extensive datasets that are complex and require advanced processing capabilities C. Confidential data that needs high-security storage D. Data that is frequently accessed and modified None 4. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What is the primary function of a Blockchain? A. To facilitate high-speed data transfers B. To serve as a centralized database C. To provide a secure and decentralized ledger for transactions D. To enhance graphics rendering None 5. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In the context of software development, what does the term 'Agile' refer to? A. A programming language used for web development B. A type of computer hardware C. A set of principles for software development emphasizing flexibility and collaboration D. A cybersecurity protocol None 6. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology Which technology is primarily used to create a secure communication channel over an unsecured network? A. Virtual Private Network (VPN) B. Local Area Network (LAN) C. Wide Area Network (WAN) D. Personal Area Network (PAN) None 7. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In computing, what is the primary purpose of an API (Application Programming Interface)? A. To enhance the speed of the processor B. To serve as an intermediary that allows two applications to communicate with each other C. To provide a physical interface for networking D. To increase storage capacity None 8. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In the context of database management, what is 'SQL'? A. A tool for managing hardware devices B. A standard language for accessing and manipulating databases C. A software development methodology D. A network configuration protocol None 9. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What is the primary function of a Content Delivery Network (CDN) in web technology? A. To provide secure email services B. To host website content closer to the users for faster delivery C. To enhance the graphical interface of web pages D. To store large databases of web applications None 10. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In software development, what is 'source code'? A. The compiled version of a program B. The human-readable instructions that define what a computer program will do C. A type of software licensing agreement D. The data input into a program None 11. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology Which of the following best describes 'machine learning'? A. The process of improving computer hardware performance B. A field of study that focuses on the development of computer programs that can access data and use it to learn for themselves C. A method for creating 3D graphics D. The study of ergonomic computer devices None 12. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In terms of Internet technology, what is 'latency'? A. The speed at which data is transferred B. The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer C. The maximum amount of data that can be received at a given time D. The process of compressing data for efficient transfer None 13. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What is the main purpose of a firewall in computer networks? A. To increase data transfer speeds B. To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network C. To provide data storage solutions D. To manage email services None 14. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In computing, what is 'RAM' used for? A. Permanent storage of data B. Processing complex algorithms C. Temporary storage and access for running applications D. Controlling input and output devices None 15. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What does the acronym 'SaaS' stand for in cloud computing? A. Software as a Security Service B. Storage as a Service C. Software as a Service D. System as a Service None 16. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In terms of computing, what is an algorithm? A. A high-level programming language B. A type of computer processor C. A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations D. A storage device for digital data None 17. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What is the primary purpose of a 'router' in a computer network? A. To store data B. To process data C. To transmit data between different networks D. To manage user access permissions None 18. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In data management, what does 'redundancy' mean? A. The process of removing outdated data B. The duplication of critical components or functions of a system with the intention of increasing reliability C. The reduction of data size for storage D. The process of updating data to a newer version None 19. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology What does 'UI' stand for in the context of software design? A. User Interaction B. Universal Interface C. User Interface D. Unified Infrastructure None 20. CompTIA ITF+: IT Concepts and Terminology In cybersecurity, what does the term 'encryption' refer to? A. The process of speeding up network connections B. The act of dividing data into smaller packets C. The process of converting information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access D. The process of removing malware from a computer system None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
