- A
Enable data saver mode.
Data saver mode restricts background data usage and can also limit foreground data for some apps, helping to minimize overall data consumption.
- B
Disable Wi-Fi.
Why wrong: Disabling Wi-Fi forces the tablet to use cellular data for all connections, which would increase data usage, not decrease it.
- C
Enable airplane mode.
Why wrong: Airplane mode disables all wireless connections, including cellular, preventing any data usage but also preventing the tablets from working as intended.
- D
Set the preferred network type to 5G.
Why wrong: 5G can be faster but does not inherently reduce data usage; it may even encourage more data consumption due to higher speeds.
Question 322 of 1,020
How to Reduce Data Usage on Field Tablets
This 220-1201 practice question tests your understanding of mobile device network connectivity. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A technician is deploying a fleet of tablets for field workers. The tablets need to connect to a cellular network for data, but the company wants to minimize data usage. Which setting should the technician configure on each tablet?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"minimum / minimize"Why it matters: Asks for the least resource use — fewest addresses, smallest subnet, lowest overhead. Eliminate over-provisioned options even if they would technically work.
Quick Answer
The answer is to enable Data Saver mode on each tablet. This setting is correct because it restricts background data, preventing apps from syncing, refreshing, or downloading content unless they are actively being used on screen, which directly addresses the goal to minimize cellular data usage on field tablets. On the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 exam, this concept tests your understanding of mobile device management and power-efficient connectivity, often appearing in scenario-based questions about deploying devices for remote workers. A common trap is confusing Data Saver with Airplane Mode or Wi-Fi prioritization—remember that Data Saver specifically targets background data without cutting off all connectivity. A helpful memory tip: think of Data Saver as a “bouncer” that only lets active apps use the cellular data line, while background apps wait in the lobby.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Enable data saver mode.
Enabling Data Saver mode restricts background data usage and limits non-essential app activity, directly reducing cellular data consumption. This is the most appropriate setting for field workers who need to stay connected but minimize data costs, as it works at the OS level to restrict background syncs and downloads without disabling connectivity.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Enable data saver mode.
Why this is correct
Data saver mode restricts background data usage and can also limit foreground data for some apps, helping to minimize overall data consumption.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "minimum / minimize" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Disable Wi-Fi.
Why it's wrong here
Disabling Wi-Fi forces the tablet to use cellular data for all connections, which would increase data usage, not decrease it.
- ✗
Enable airplane mode.
Why it's wrong here
Airplane mode disables all wireless connections, including cellular, preventing any data usage but also preventing the tablets from working as intended.
- ✗
Set the preferred network type to 5G.
Why it's wrong here
5G can be faster but does not inherently reduce data usage; it may even encourage more data consumption due to higher speeds.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The 220-1201 exam often tests the distinction between disabling connectivity (Airplane Mode) and reducing data usage (Data Saver), where candidates mistakenly choose Airplane Mode thinking it saves data, but it completely cuts off the required cellular connection.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Data Saver mode (introduced in Android 7.0 Nougat and available on iOS as Low Data Mode) works by signaling apps to reduce background data usage and defer non-critical network requests, often using the `NetworkCapabilities` API to indicate a metered connection. In enterprise MDM deployments, this can be enforced via policy to ensure consistent data conservation across all devices, even when apps attempt to bypass user settings.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 220-1201 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this 220-1201 question test?
Mobile Device Network Connectivity — This question tests Mobile Device Network Connectivity — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Enable data saver mode. — Enabling Data Saver mode restricts background data usage and limits non-essential app activity, directly reducing cellular data consumption. This is the most appropriate setting for field workers who need to stay connected but minimize data costs, as it works at the OS level to restrict background syncs and downloads without disabling connectivity.
What should I do if I get this 220-1201 question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "minimum / minimize". Asks for the least resource use — fewest addresses, smallest subnet, lowest overhead. Eliminate over-provisioned options even if they would technically work.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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