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IT Concepts and Terminology

IT Concepts and Terminology is 17% of the CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+), administered by CompTIA. It falls under the IT Certifications category.

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Domain Details

Detail Information
Domain IT Concepts and Terminology
Exam CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+)
Domain Weight 17%
Governing Body CompTIA
Available in App CompTIA CCNA ISC2 13 Exam Prep
Official Source CompTIA official website ↗

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Sample Tech+ Practice Question

This original C3RT practice item is from the Tech+ question bank. It is not an official or released exam question.

After enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all user accounts, an organization notices increased helpdesk requests for account lockouts. What is the most effective policy adjustment to reduce user disruption without compromising security?

  1. Implement adaptive authentication that adjusts MFA requirements based on risk factors like location and device.Correct
  2. Remove MFA for non-privileged users and require it only for administrators.
  3. Extend session timeouts to reduce the frequency of MFA prompts for all users.
  4. Allow users to bypass MFA during business hours to improve accessibility.

Rationale

Adaptive authentication reduces unnecessary MFA challenges by evaluating risk context, balancing security and user convenience. Removing MFA from non-privileged users decreases security and violates best practices. Extending session timeouts may reduce prompts but increases risk of unauthorized access if a session is hijacked. Allowing MFA bypass compromises security controls and is not advisable. Therefore, adaptive authentication effectively minimizes lockouts while maintaining robust security.

Tech+ IT Concepts and Terminology: FAQ

How much of the Tech+ covers IT Concepts and Terminology?

IT Concepts and Terminology accounts for 17% of the Tech+, which has 70 questions total. CompTIA publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 6 Tech+ content areas.

What is the Tech+ exam format and how does IT Concepts and Terminology fit in?

The Tech+ has 6 content areas across 70 questions in 60 minutes, with a passing score of 650/900. IT Concepts and Terminology is content area 1 of 6 and carries 17% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Infrastructure, Applications and Software, Software Development, Database Fundamentals, Security.

How do I study for the IT Concepts and Terminology section of the Tech+?

Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT CompTIA CCNA ISC2 13 Exam Prep app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate IT Concepts and Terminology questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.

How many questions are on the Tech+ and what is the passing score?

The Tech+ consists of 70 questions in 60 minutes, with a passing score of 650/900. It is administered by CompTIA and the exam fee is $127 USD. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 6 content areas.

Where can I find official CompTIA resources for IT Concepts and Terminology?

The official source for Tech+ content outlines and study resources is the CompTIA website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including IT Concepts and Terminology, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 70+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 6 content areas.

IT Concepts and Terminology is a content area on the CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) (Tech+), a IT Certifications exam administered by CompTIA. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the CompTIA website.