CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 449

A customer is configuring on an old desktop an inexpensive file server to share photos and videos and wants to avoid complicated licensing. Which of the following operating systems should the technician most likely recommend?

Answer options

• A. Chrome OS
• B. Linux
• C. macOS
• D. Windows

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Linux is often recommended for file servers due to its open-source nature, which eliminates complicated licensing fees. In contrast, Chrome OS is not designed for file serving, macOS is typically more expensive and not as flexible, and Windows may involve licensing costs that the customer wishes to avoid.