CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question I-84

A virtual machine running locally would be BEST utilized in which of the following situations?

A. On a PC with minimal RAM
B. Patch testing before rollout
C. Thick client configuration
D. Gaming workstation configuration

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The best way to utilize a virtual machine is to test patches before deploying it on the live machine. Patches tend to corrupt operating systems. So it is better to check them first on a virtual machine before deploying it on a live machine.

CompTIA A+ Question F-15

A technician works for a company that has virtual servers and virtual desktops. The company hires a user who only needs to access the virtual desktops. Which of the following is the MOST cost-effective workstation to purchase?

A. Thin client
B. Gaming PC
C. CAD PC
D. Thick client

Correct Answer: A

CompTIA A+ Question E-7

A customer would like assistance with choosing the appropriate PCs for opening an Internet cafe? The customer explains to the technician that the PCs would only be used to search the Internet. Which of the following would the technician suggest?

A. Thick client
B. Gaming PC
C. Media PC
D. Thin client

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thin_client

CompTIA A+ Question C-71

A technician is asked to install Microsoft office directly on a customer’s computing device. The technician notifies the customer that office cannot be installed directly on that device. Which of the following device types does the customer have?

A. Mac
B. Thick client
C. Thin client
D. Phablet

Correct Answer: C