TestOut LabSim A+ Certification Practice Exam

What is the most likely cause of a user experiencing intermittent problems while accessing a wireless network from a laptop?

1. The laptop battery is low

2. Interference affecting the wireless signal

3. The wireless network is down

4. The laptop has a software issue

The correct answer is: Interference affecting the wireless signal

Intermittent problems while accessing a wireless network can often be attributed to interference that affects the wireless signal. This interference can come from a variety of sources, including other electronic devices (such as microwaves, cordless phones, or Bluetooth devices) and environmental obstacles (like walls or furniture) that obstruct the wireless signal's path. When interference occurs, it can lead to signal fluctuations, resulting in dropped connections, slow speeds, or the inability to connect to the network at all. This is why interference is a likely cause of intermittent connectivity issues when using a wireless network. While the other options may potentially lead to connectivity challenges, they are less likely to produce the specific symptom of inconsistency. A low battery might cause the laptop to power-save and disconnect from the network, but it wouldn't typically cause intermittent access issues. If the wireless network were down, users would likely be unable to connect at all rather than experiencing intermittent access. A software issue can cause various problems, but for it to present as intermittent connectivity, it would likely be more consistently problematic rather than sporadic.