CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 274

A user frequently edits large files and saves them locally on a laptop. The user has recently begun experiencing performance issues and needs a cost-effective hardware upgrade. Which of the following the best way to meet the user's requirements?

Answer options

• A. Upgrade the memory.
• B. Upgrade to a larger GPU.
• C. Upgrade to an SSD.
• D. Upgrade to a faster CPU.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Upgrading to an SSD will significantly improve file access speeds and overall system responsiveness, which is crucial for handling large files. While upgrading memory (A) can help with multitasking, it won't address slow file access times. A larger GPU (B) is unnecessary for file editing tasks, and a faster CPU (D) may not provide the same immediate performance boost as switching to an SSD.