Question | Answer |
Which adapter enables a computer system to exchange information with other systems on a local network? | Network Interface Card |
What measurement is commonly associated with computer processing speed? | Hertz |
Which computer component is considered the nerve center of the computer system and is responsible for processing all of the data within the machine? | CPU |
Why do servers often contain duplicate or redundant parts? | Servers should be accessible at all times. |
What are two benefits of concocting a laptop computer to a docking station? | An external monitor can be used.
Alternate connectivity options are available. |
What characteristic of word processing software would make it a local application? | The software is stored on the local hard drive. |
A user plans to run multiple apps simultaneously on a computer. Which computer component is essential to accomplish this? | RAM |
What are two advantages of purchasing a reassembled computer? | Usually a lower cost.
Adequate for performing most general applications. |
Applications can be grouped into general use software or industry specific software. What are two examples of industry specific software? | An educational tool.
Medical practice management software. |
What is the main storage drive used by servers, desktops, and laptops? | Hard drive |
A user reports that a peripheral device that was installed correctly last week has not been functioning since the PC was booted today. All other PC functions are working properly. What are three things a service technician should do to solve the problem? | Use the teasing functionality on the peripheral itself, if available.
Disconnect all cables connected to the computer except those connected to the peripheral.
Ensure that the peripheral is powered on. |
What two functions does a UPS provide that a surge projector does not? | It provides backup power from an internal battery.
It gives the user time to safely shut down the computer if the power fails. |
Which component is designed to remove high-voltage spikes and surges from a power line so that they do not damage a computer system? | Surge suppressor |
Because of the potentially dangerous voltage levels, which two devices should you not open unless thou have been specifically trained to work on them? | Monitor
Power Supply |
What can be used to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD)? | Grounding strap |
How many unique values are possible using a single binary digit? | 2 |
Administrators at a multicampus college need access to their schedules wherever the administrators go. Which computing device would be the most appropriate? | PDA |
Which two steps should be performed when installing a peripheral device? | Download and install the current driver.
Connect the peripheral using an appropriate cable or wireless connection. |
How is a server different from a workstation computer? | The server provides services to clients. |
Which there terms describe different types of computers? | Laptop
Desktop
Mainframe |
In newer operating systems, how are system resources assigned by default when components are installed? | Dynamically assigned between the component and the operating system. |