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Apple-Device-Support Exam - Topic 8 Question 29 Discussion

Actual exam question for Apple's Apple-Device-Support exam
Question #: 29
Topic #: 8
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How can you control who can discover your iPhone or iPad when it's within AirDrop range?

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Suggested Answer: A

According to the Apple Device Support Reference Materials, you can control who can discover your iPhone or iPad when it's within AirDrop range by setting AirDrop to Contacts Only1. This means that only people in your Contacts app can see your device and send you content via AirDrop.You can also set AirDrop to Receiving Off, which means that no one can see your device or send you content via AirDrop1. The other two options, B and C, are not correct because they are not related to AirDrop settings.Requiring a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings is a feature that helps you sign in to your Apple ID account on a new device2.Turning off AirDrop in Privacy settings is not possible, as AirDrop is not listed under Privacy settings3.Reference:1:How to use AirDrop on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support, Section 'How to adjust AirDrop settings'.2:Sign in with your Apple ID - Apple Support, Section 'Use a verification code with two-factor authentication'.3: Privacy settings on iPhone - Apple Support


by Marnie at Nov 15, 2024, 01:29 AM

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Louann
3 months ago
I always just leave it on for everyone, seems easier.
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Julene
3 months ago
Definitely agree with the Contacts Only setting!
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Tuyet
3 months ago
Wait, can you really require a verification code? Sounds too complicated.
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Rosendo
4 months ago
I thought turning it off completely was the best option.
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Tammara
4 months ago
Just set AirDrop to Contacts Only for more privacy!
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Kaitlyn
4 months ago
I remember a similar question where we discussed the importance of privacy settings. I’m leaning towards option A, but I’m not 100% confident.
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Maile
4 months ago
I definitely recall that turning off AirDrop in Privacy settings would stop anyone from discovering my device, but I think that's more of a last resort.
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Tamra
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like requiring a verification code might be more about security than discovery. It seems a bit off for this question.
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Dannie
5 months ago
I think setting AirDrop to Contacts Only is the right way to limit who can see my device. I remember practicing that in a tutorial.
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Michel
5 months ago
Okay, let me think this through. I could turn off AirDrop completely, but that might be overkill. Setting it to Contacts Only seems like the best balance of functionality and privacy. I'll go with that.
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Janey
5 months ago
Ah, I know this one! The answer is to set AirDrop to "Contacts Only" so only people in my contacts can discover my devices. Easy peasy.
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Hermila
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know AirDrop has some privacy settings, but I can't remember the details off the top of my head. I'll have to think it through step-by-step.
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Colette
5 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about AirDrop settings. I'll review the options carefully and choose the one that best controls who can discover my devices.
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Judy
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings. Ooh, that's like a secret handshake for AirDrop!
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Shawnta
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings.
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Beula
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only.
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Jina
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only. Ain't nobody got time for random AirDrop shenanigans!
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Alica
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings. Gotta keep those sneaky AirDroppers out!
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Eric
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings.
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Theron
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings.
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Celia
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only.
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Miss
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think turning off AirDrop in Privacy settings could also work to control who can discover your device.
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Rusty
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!
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Barney
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!
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Denny
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings.
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Carey
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings.
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Willow
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings.
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Marion
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only.
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Kasandra
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings.
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Felix
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only.
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Dusti
1 year ago
I agree with Carman, setting AirDrop to Contacts Only limits who can discover your device.
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Carman
1 year ago
I think the answer is A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only.
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Dulce
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only. That's the way to go! Keeps those random AirDrop requests at bay.
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Rachael
1 year ago
C) Turn off AirDrop in Privacy settings.
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Joseph
1 year ago
A) Definitely! I only want my contacts to be able to discover my device.
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Emelda
1 year ago
B) Require a verification code from the other device in Password & Security settings.
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Florencia
1 year ago
A) Set AirDrop to Contacts Only. That's the way to go! Keeps those random AirDrop requests at bay.
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