- A
Disable JavaScript in the browser.
Why wrong: Disabling JavaScript breaks many websites but does not prevent file downloads.
- B
Enable the browser's private browsing mode.
Why wrong: Private browsing does not restrict downloads; it only prevents history from being saved.
- C
Set the browser to block all downloads and prompt for a save location.
Blocking downloads prevents users from saving files, which is essential for a kiosk environment.
- D
Clear the browser cache and cookies daily.
Why wrong: Clearing cache/cookies does not affect the ability to download files.
Question 433 of 750
Kiosk Browser: Block Downloads
This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of browser and application security. 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 configuring a shared kiosk computer in a library. The requirement is that users must not be able to download files or install software. Which browser security setting should be configured?
Quick Answer
The answer is to configure the browser to block all downloads and disable the prompt for a save location. This is correct because a kiosk browser must prevent users from saving any files to the local system, which eliminates the risk of unauthorized software installation or malware introduction. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of browser security settings and kiosk mode configurations, often appearing as a trap where you must choose the option that completely disables downloads rather than merely prompting the user. A common mistake is selecting “prompt for save location,” which still allows a determined user to save files; the correct approach is to block downloads entirely, either through the browser’s built-in settings or via Group Policy. Remember the memory tip: “Prompt is a permit, block is a lock”—if the goal is to prevent downloads, you must lock them out completely, not just ask for permission.
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
✓
Set the browser to block all downloads and prompt for a save location.
Option C is correct because blocking all downloads and prompting for a save location prevents users from saving executable files or malicious content to the kiosk, which directly addresses the requirement to prevent file downloads and software installations. This setting is typically found in the browser's security or privacy settings and overrides any user attempt to download files, ensuring that no files are saved to the local system.
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.
- ✗
Disable JavaScript in the browser.
Why it's wrong here
Disabling JavaScript breaks many websites but does not prevent file downloads.
- ✗
Enable the browser's private browsing mode.
Why it's wrong here
Private browsing does not restrict downloads; it only prevents history from being saved.
- ✓
Set the browser to block all downloads and prompt for a save location.
Why this is correct
Blocking downloads prevents users from saving files, which is essential for a kiosk environment.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Clear the browser cache and cookies daily.
Why it's wrong here
Clearing cache/cookies does not affect the ability to download files.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
CompTIA often tests the misconception that private browsing mode (Option B) provides security against downloads or installations, when in fact it only addresses local privacy, not file-saving restrictions.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Under the hood, the 'block all downloads' setting works by intercepting the browser's download manager API calls and either cancelling the download or redirecting the save dialog to a null path, effectively preventing any file from being written to the filesystem. In a kiosk environment, this is often combined with Group Policy or registry keys (e.g., HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge\DownloadRestrictions) to enforce the restriction at the system level, ensuring that even if a user tries to bypass the browser UI, the download is blocked. A real-world scenario is a public library kiosk where users might attempt to download PDFs or executables; blocking downloads prevents malware introduction and unauthorized software installation.
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 220-1202 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 220-1202 question test?
Browser and Application Security — This question tests Browser and Application Security — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Set the browser to block all downloads and prompt for a save location. — Option C is correct because blocking all downloads and prompting for a save location prevents users from saving executable files or malicious content to the kiosk, which directly addresses the requirement to prevent file downloads and software installations. This setting is typically found in the browser's security or privacy settings and overrides any user attempt to download files, ensuring that no files are saved to the local system.
What should I do if I get this 220-1202 question wrong?
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