220-1201 Mobile Devices Practice Question
A field technician is configuring a ruggedized Windows tablet for a client. The client requires that the tablet automatically connect to a specific Bluetooth headset whenever it is turned on and in range, without user intervention. Which of the following should the technician do to meet this requirement?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse the default audio device setting with automatic connection; the headset must be connected before it can be used as an audio device.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Pair the headset and enable the option to automatically connect when in range.
To automatically connect a Bluetooth headset when in range, the device must first be paired, and then the auto-connect option must be enabled in the Bluetooth settings. This ensures the tablet initiates the connection without user interaction. Other settings, such as default audio device or tethering, do not trigger automatic connections and are therefore incorrect.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Configure the headset to be discoverable at all times.
Why it's wrong here
Making the headset discoverable allows other devices to find it during pairing, but it does not cause the tablet to automatically connect. Discoverability is mainly for initial pairing; after pairing, the device should be set to automatically connect. Leaving the headset discoverable does not guarantee automatic reconnection and may pose a security risk.
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Enable Bluetooth tethering on the tablet.
Why it's wrong here
Bluetooth tethering allows the tablet to share its internet connection with other devices, not to connect to peripherals like headsets. It is used for network sharing, not audio device connectivity. Enabling tethering would not cause the headset to connect automatically and is irrelevant to the scenario.
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Pair the headset and enable the option to automatically connect when in range.
Why this is correct
After pairing a Bluetooth device, Windows provides an option to automatically connect when the device is in range. Enabling this setting allows the tablet to establish a connection without user action each time the headset is powered on and nearby. This directly fulfills the requirement for automatic connection and is the standard configuration for such scenarios.
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Set the headset as the default audio device in the sound settings.
Why it's wrong here
Setting the headset as the default audio device only determines which device is used for audio playback and recording once connected. It does not initiate a Bluetooth connection automatically. The headset must first be connected, either manually or via auto-connect, so this setting alone does not meet the requirement for automatic connection upon startup.
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Tablet Types and Use Cases
Key term
Tablet
A tablet is a portable computing device with a touchscreen interface, typically larger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop, used for browsing, media consumption, and light productivity tasks.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology used to connect devices like keyboards, mice, headphones, and smartphones without cables.
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