Overview
This document is from the CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Exam Acronyms Quiz Part 3, focusing on common acronyms and terminology relevant to the A+ Core 1 exam.
Windows Security Features and Encryption
- EFS (Encrypting File System) is a Windows feature that enables encryption of individual files.
- TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a hardware component used for secure cryptographic operations.
- DFS (Distributed File System) allows the management and organization of files across multiple servers.
- AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a widely used encryption algorithm.
CompTIA A+ Core Exam Structure
- CompTIA A+ 220-1201 covers topics like networking hardware, protocols, cloud computing, virtualization, and troubleshooting.
- Practice tests and quizzes are available for topics such as CPU, RAM, storage, networking tools, mobile devices, and cloud computing.
Common Acronyms in CompTIA A+
- Core 1 topics often feature acronyms like EFS, TPM, DFS, AES, RAM, SSD, BIOS, PSU, and OS.
- Core 2 covers additional OS, security, scripting, and troubleshooting acronyms.
Key Terms & Definitions
- EFS — Encrypting File System; Windows feature for file-level encryption.
- TPM — Trusted Platform Module; security hardware for cryptographic keys.
- DFS — Distributed File System; Windows component for shared file organization.
- AES — Advanced Encryption Standard; a secure encryption algorithm.
- RAM — Random Access Memory; temporary storage for active processes.
- BIOS — Basic Input/Output System; firmware for hardware initialization.
- PSU — Power Supply Unit; provides power to computer components.
- OS — Operating System; software managing hardware and applications.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Review and memorize acronyms and definitions commonly found on the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam.
- Take additional practice quizzes on ExamCompass for specific topics (e.g., networking, hardware, security).
- Study available exam objectives PDFs for Core 1 (220-1201) to ensure topic coverage.