CompTIA Exam 220-1202 Topic 3 Question 8 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's 220-1202 exam

Question #: 8
Topic #: 3

A technician is securing a newly deployed workstation. Only authorized users should access it. Which actions should the technician take? (Select two)

ADefragment the hard drive

BEnable SSH

CEnable screensaver locks

DDisable iCloud integration

EEnable the firewall

FApply the BIOS password

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Suggested Answer: C, F

Screensaver lockshelp protect unattended workstations.

BIOS passwordsprevent unauthorized changes at startup or during boot.

FromQUENTIN DOCTER - COMPTIA A+ COMPLETE study GUIDE:

''Applying a BIOS password adds a pre-boot security layer. Screensaver locks help protect logged-in sessions during idle times.''

by Alex at Jul 09, 2025, 05:15 AM

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17 hours ago

Enabling the firewall is also important to protect against network threats.

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6 days ago

I agree with Lawanda. Screensaver locks will prevent unauthorized access when the workstation is idle.

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9 days ago

C and F, of course! Gotta keep that workstation locked down tight, you know? No unauthorized access allowed!

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5 days ago

C and F are definitely important steps to take. Can't be too careful with security.

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19 days ago

We should enable screensaver locks and apply the BIOS password.

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