CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61 Why is it different?

CompTIA ITF+ helps professionals to decide if a career in IT is right for them or to develop a broader understanding of IT.

ITF+ is the only pre-career certification that helps students or career changers determine if they have a competency for information technology and if it is the right career path for them.
ITF+ is the only single certification that covers all areas of IT foundations, creating a broader understanding of IT making it ideal for non-technical professionals.
ITF+ establishes an IT education framework for students in middle school and high school.

About the exam
The CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam focuses on the essential IT skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals alike, including:

Using features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity
Identifying common software applications and their purpose
Using security and web browsing best practices

This exam is intended for candidates who are advanced end users and/or are considering a career in IT. The exam is also a good fit for individuals interested in pursuing professional-level certifications, such as A+.

What Skills Will You Learn?

HARDWARE IT CONCEPTS & TERMINOLOGY
Comprehend notational systems, illustrate the basics of computing and explain the value of data and troubleshooting

WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE
Know how to set up and install common peripheral devices to a laptop/PC or secure a basic wireless network

SOFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING APPLICATIONS & SOFTWARE
Manage applications software, understand the various components of an operating system and explain the purpose of methods of application architecture

NETWORKING SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Comprehend programming language categories, interpret logic, and understand the purpose of programming concepts

HARDWARE & NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS
Able to explain database concepts, structures, and purpose, as well as understands methods used to interface

SECURITY
Understand confidentiality, integrity, and availability concerns of secure devices and best practice methods

Who would benefit from ITF+?
Students considering a career in IT.
Professionals working in fields that require a broad understanding of IT.
Marketing, sales and operations staff in IT-based organizations.

Why would you benefit from ITF+?
In 2017, nearly 5.4 million individuals worked as technology professionals across the U.S., representing an increase of 2.1%, or nearly 110,000 net new jobs. CompTIA ITF+ will help you determine if this is the field for you.

Twelve years ago, technology spending outside of IT was 20 percent of total technology spending; it will become almost 90 percent by the end of the decade, according to Gartner, Inc. All workers need fundamental IT skills to use these technologies.

Exam Details
Exam Codes Exam FC0-U61
Launch Date September 4, 2018
Exam Details The new CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam focuses on the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, software development, and database use. With this new version comes the addition of the + to further distinguish ourselves within the marketplace and represent CompTIA quality and standards.
Number of Questions Maximum of 75 questions per exam
Type of Questions Multiple choice
Length of Test 60 Minutes
Passing Score 650 (on a scale of 900)
Recommended Experience No prior experience necessary
Languages English
Retirement Usually three years after launch
Testing Provider Pearson VUE
Testing Centers Online Testing

CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61:

What’s in this version
The exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, application and software, software development, database fundamentals and security. In addition, candidates will have the ability to demonstrate their knowledge to:

Install software
Establish basic network connectivity
Identify/prevent basic security risks
Explain troubleshooting theory and preventative maintenance of devices

Renewal
The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is considered good for life and does not need to be renewed.

For certifications that are part of the CompTIA Continuing Education program and that can be renewed, please go to our Continuing Education page.
Good for Life Certifications IT Fundamentals is good for life.

QUESTION 1
Which of the following would MOST likely prevent malware sent as compromised file via email from infecting a person’s computer?

A. Email previewing
B. Patching
C. Clear browsing cache
D. Kill process

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION 2
A user wants to use a laptop outside the house and still remain connected to the Internet. Which of the following would be the BEST choice to accomplish this task?

A. Thunderbolt cable
B. Bluetooth module
C. Infrared port
D. WLAN card

Correct Answer: D

QUESTION 3
Joe, a user, finds out his password for a social media site has been compromised. Joe tells a friend that his email and banking accounts are probably also compromised. Which of the following has Joe MOST likely performed?

A. Password reuse
B. Snooping
C. Social engineering
D. Phishing

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION 4
A technician is installing a new wireless network and wants to secure the wireless network to prevent unauthorized access. Which of the following protocols would be the MOST secure?

A. WPA
B. SSID
C. WEP
D. WPA2

Correct Answer: D

QUESTION 5
Which of the following network protocols will MOST likely be used when sending and receiving Internet email? (Select TWO.)

A. SMTP
B. POP3
C. SNMP
D. DHCP
E. ICMP
F. SFTP

Correct Answer: AB