CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) — Question 154

A technician recently installed a program that uses several anti-piracy technologies. When the program is launched, it briefly opens and then closes. Which of the following is most likely the reason?

Answer options

• A. 32-bit program on a 64-bit computer
• B. CPU incompatibility
• C. Outdated video card drivers
• D. USB key not plugged in

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because many programs that utilize anti-piracy technologies require a physical USB key to function. If the USB key is not connected, the software will not run properly and will close immediately. The other options may cause issues, but they would not specifically lead to the behavior of the program opening and then closing due to anti-piracy measures.