CompTIA A+ Core 2 · 220-1102
Objective 4.8: Identify the basics of scripting
Practice questions for A+ Core 2 objective 4.8, “Identify the basics of scripting.” Every question is original, written to the 220-1102 exam objectives, and comes with a full explanation — answer them below to see instant grading.
This objective sits in Domain 4.0: Operational Procedures, which is about 22% of the exam — so mastering it moves your readiness score meaningfully.
1.A technician writes a script that inadvertently modifies registry settings on all workstations, disabling the Windows Firewall. Which scripting risk does this illustrate?
2.A technician writes a batch (.bat) script to automatically install a software package on new workstations using silent install switches. Which scripting use case does this BEST represent?
3.A technician needs to write a simple script to automate file backups on a Linux server. Which script type would be MOST appropriate?
4.A technician uses a Python script to collect hardware information — CPU, RAM, and storage details — from hundreds of workstations automatically. What scripting use case does this represent?
5.A technician notices that a JavaScript file (.js) emailed to users is causing browser crashes on multiple workstations. Which scripting risk does this BEST illustrate?
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