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Chapter 1 - Personal Computer Hardware
1. Applications can be
grouped into general use software or industry specific software. What is
example of industry specific software?
an educational tool | |
presentation | |
spreadsheet | |
word processing | |
database management |
2. What characteristic of
word processing software would make it a local application?
The application is shared between users. | |
The software is stored on the local hard drive. | |
The software is accessible through a web page. | |
The software has the ability to manipulate text and graphics. |
3. Which three terms
describe different types of computers?
operating system, network, desktop | |
laptop, desktop, Windows | |
laptop, desktop, mainframe | |
network, desktop, mainframe | |
laptop, desktop, mainframe | |
operating system, Windows, Linux |
4. What are two benefits
of connecting a laptop computer to a docking station?
Mobility is increased and less power is required. | |
Mobility is increased and an external monitor can be used. | |
An external monitor can be used and more wireless security options are available. | |
More wireless security options are available and alternate connectivity options may be available. | |
Alternate connectivity options may be available and an external monitor can be used. |
5. Why do servers often
contain duplicate or redundant parts?
Servers require more power and thus require more components. | |
Servers should be accessible at all times. | |
Servers can be designed as standalone towers or rack mounted. | |
Servers are required by networking standards to have duplicate parts. |
6. What measurement is
commonly associated with computer processing speed?
bits | |
pixels | |
hertz | |
bytes |
7. What are two
advantages of purchasing a preassembled computer?
usually a lower cost and exact components may be specified | |
usually a lower cost and extended waiting period for assembly | |
extended waiting period for assembly and adequate for performing most general applications | |
adequate for performing most general applications and usually a lower cost | |
suited for customers with special needs and exact components may be specified |
8. A user plans to run
multiple applications simultaneously on a computer. Which computer component is
essential to accomplish this?
RAM | |
NIC | |
Video Card | |
Sound Card | |
Storage Device |
9. Which adapter enables
a computer system to exchange information with other systems on a local network?
Video Card | |
Sound Card | |
Modem Card | |
Network Interface Card |
10. What is the main
storage drive used by servers, desktops, and laptops?
tape drive | |
hard drive | |
optical drive (DVD) | |
floppy disk drive |
11. Which component is
designed to remove high-voltage spikes and surges from a power line so that
they do not damage a computer system?
CPU | |
surge suppressor | |
motherboard | |
hard drive |
12. What two functions
does a UPS provide that a surge protector does not?
It protects the computer from voltage surges and it provides backup power from an internal battery. | |
It protects the computer from voltage surges and it protects the computer from sudden voltage spikes. | |
It provides backup power from an internal battery and it gives the user time to safely shut down the computer if the power fails. | |
It protects the computer from sudden voltage spikes and it gives the user time to phone the electrical company. | |
It provides backup power through a generator provided by the wall outlet and it gives the user time to phone the electrical company. |
13. Which computer
component is considered the nerve center of the computer system and is
responsible for processing all of the data within the machine?
RAM | |
CPU | |
Video Card | |
Sound Card | |
Operating System |
14. What can be used to
prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD)?
dry and non humid conditions | |
carpeted floor | |
grounding strap | |
uncluttered work space |
15. Because of the
potentially dangerous voltage levels, which two devices should you not open
unless you have been specifically trained to work on them?
mouse and power supply | |
hard drive and monitor | |
microprocessor and keyboard | |
monitor and power supply | |
hard drive and power supply |
16. In newer operating
systems, how are system resources assigned by default when components are
installed?
manually assigned by the operating system | |
manually assigned by the administrator | |
statically assigned by the component to a preset resource | |
dynamically assigned between the component and the operating system |
17. 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?
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18. Which two steps
should be performed when installing a peripheral device?
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19. How is a server
different from a workstation computer?
The server works as a standalone computer. | |
The server provides services to clients. | |
The workstation has fewer applications installed. | |
The workstation has more users who attach to it. |
20. Administrators at a
multicampus college need access to their schedules wherever the administrators
go. Which computing device would be the most appropriate?
PDA | |
Laptop | |
Desktop | |
Mainframe | |
Gaming Device |
21. How many unique
values are possible using a single binary digit?
1 | |
2 | |
255 | |
256 |
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