Midterm Quiz

Each version of USB in a computer has its own what?

• USB Hub

• USB Controller

• USB Peripheral

• USB Type-B Connector

Which peripheral device is best for capturing a customer's signature when they check out at a convenience store or supermarket?

• Signature Pad

• NFC Device

• Touchpad

• Cardreader

In what order should memory slots be filled?

• The order that the motherboard specifies

• Closest to the CPU

• Alternate slots

• Farthest from the CPU

Which RAM would typically be installed into a laptop computer?

• ECC

• SFD RAM

• SDRAM

• SO-DIMMS

DDR4 RAM modules have how many pins?

• 168

• 240

• 288

• 184

Which of the following is NOT an example of an Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)?

• x64

• x86

• x84

• x86-64

Select all output devices for the computer.

• Speakers

• Monitor

• Microphone

• Mouse

• Keyboard

What should a technician do to improve performance if the virtual memory file is constantly full?

• Increase the size of the virtual memory file

• Add more RAM to the computer

• Close some applications

• The technician should do nothing; virtual memory works best when it is full

What is true of an I/O shield?

• The I/O shield must be customized to fit the case.

• The I/O shield must be customized to fit the motherboard I/O area.

• The dimensions of the I/O shield for a Micro-ATX motherboard must be 9.6" by 9.6".

• All I/O shields are standardized to fit all motherboard I/O areas

Which must be done before installing a motherboard into a case?

• Install case fans

• Check for power

• Check safety goggles

• Install I/O Shield