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A(n) _______ is based on flash memory but is intended as a replacement for traditional hard disk drives. - answer- SSD (solid-state drive) An example of an output device is a _______ - answer- Printer Utility software helps analyze, optimize, configure and maintain a computer - answer- True An interface card can be plugged into an expansion slot on the motherboard of a computer? - answer- True Which of the following is a personal computer? - answer- Desktop Which of the following is NOT an example of optical storage? - answer- Hard disk The practice of send e-mails to customers or potential customers of a legitimate website asking them to click a link in the e-mail is called_____ - answer- Phishing The computer needs additional components called _________ to accomplish its input, output, and storage functions - answer- Peripheral devices
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Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this? A. Use a webcam and scanner to ensure that the quality of the call is good. B. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. C. Use his keyboard, monitor, and speakers so that both he and his mother can see, hear, and even text each other. D. Use his projector and webcam so that both he and his mother can clearly see and hear each other. - answer- B. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to create an electronic copy of the certificate? A. scanner B. plotter C. digital pen D. projector - answer- A. scanner Daniel wants to buy a computer to use for playing games after work. He loves racing games and wants to make sure his device has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently. Which of these factors should he consider? A. Form factor - some games do not run on laptops B. Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements C. Size - larger desktops provide more physical space for memory storage, increasing efficiency D. External hard disk capacity - provides additional temporary storage needed to run heavy applications - answer- B. Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen? A. The CPU stores the keystroke as the letter 'A' and displays it on the screen. B. The keyboard transfers the letter 'A' directly to the monitor, without passing through the CPU. C. 'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display. D. 'A' is converted to special characters, which the screen translates back to 'A' for display. - answer- C. 'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display. Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?
A. He should be using an all-in-one computer. B. He should always find a desktop computer. C. He should make sure to bring a tablet. D. He should be sure to carry his laptop. - answer- C. He should make sure to bring a tablet. Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy. If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them? A. RAM B. ROM C. Cloud storage D. Compact disk - answer- C. Cloud storage Jennifer turns on her laptop and hears a series of beeps. What do they probably indicate? A. operating system error B. out-of-date device driver C. internal hardware problem D. low battery - answer- C. internal hardware problem Manny copied a table from an MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the table in an MS Word document. Where was the table stored after he copied it? A. in ROM B. in RAM C. in the ALU D. in the core - answer- B. in RAM Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware? A. He should have additional RAM installed on all the computers. B. He should have the hard disks on all the computers defragmented periodically. C. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers. D. He should have the hardware components like the monitor, keyboard, and CPU vents periodically cleaned. - answer- C. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers. Surya's computer monitor display does not seem to work despite repeated attempts to fix the issue. Which of the following is most likely to be causing display problems? A. Faulty power or video cable B. Improperly connected keyboard C. Dysfunctional UPS D. Power fluctuation - answer- A. Faulty power or video cable To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step? A. Disconnect all output devices. B. Transfer contents to an external storage device. C. Disconnect the UPS.
What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another? A. tape drive B. internal hard drive C. memory card D. USB flash drive - answer- D. USB flash drive What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly? A. Decrease the brightness of the display. B. Install anti-virus software. C. Install additional RAM. D. Verify if the AC adapter is connected properly. - answer- C. Install additional RAM. What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to? A. Speed at which the processor executes instructions B. Speed at which data travels C. Time taken to fetch and decode instructions D. Time taken to store the instructions on RAM - answer- A. Speed at which the processor executes instructions What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints? A. Ink-jet printer B. Laser printer C. Plotter D. Mobile printer - answer- C. Plotter What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly? A. Unplug the headset. B. Update the device driver. C. Replace the computer's power cord. D. Upgrade RAM. - answer- B. Update the device driver. What type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable? A. magnetic hard drive B. solid state drive C. DVD D. tape drive - answer- B. solid state drive When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with __________. A. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit B. the hard drive and RAM C. the cache and the motherboard D. RAM and ROM - answer- A. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit
When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. Which of the following is most likely to have a problem? A. hard drive B. video card C. external storage devices D. built-in camera - answer- B. video card When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer? A. form factor B. platform C. hardware specifications D. add-on devices - answer- B. platform When should a user consider restoring the operating system? A. When the programs or apps do not start properly B. When the monitor does not display anything C. When the system slows down D. When the internet does not connect - answer- A. When the programs or apps do not start properly Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored? A. RAM B. Internal hard drive C. Flash drive D. Virtual memory - answer- B. Internal hard drive Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations? A. Printer B. Voice synthesizer C. Headset D. Projector - answer- D. Projector Which of the following devices is the easiest to upgrade, such as by adding RAM? A. Desktop computers B. Tablets C. Smartphones D. Laptops - answer- A. Desktop computers Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU? A. Clock speed B. Benchmark C. Hard drive space D. Number of peripheral devices connected - answer- A. Clock speed If you want to share a document for others to view and edit, which of the following should you do?
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse? A. A laptop B. An all-in-one computer C. A desktop computer D. A tablet - answer- C. A desktop computer Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard? A. read-only memory (ROM) B. random access memory (RAM) C. processor cache D. virtual memory - answer- A. read-only memory (ROM) A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor. True False - answer- True A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer. True False - answer- True A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons. True False - answer- False All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers. True False - answer- False It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time. True False - answer- True Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations. True False - answer- False Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports. True False - answer- True The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages.
True False - answer- True Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components? A. Joystick B. Gamepad C. Digital Pen D. Stylus - answer- B. Gamepad Which PC design element most affects the display subsystem? A. Contrast ratio B. Buffers C. Cooling D. Port Speed - answer- A. Contrast ratio