Diagnosing Faults & Troubleshooting Network Connection Problems

What is the purpose of Power-On Self Test (POST)?

• To detect any errors in the computer hardware

• To test the internet connection

• To check the software compatibility

• To optimize the computer performance

What does 7 beep codes indicate in Dell computers?

• Keyboard card error

• Memory error

• Processor error

• Graphics card error

What should you do if your computer is running slow?

• Uninstall recently installed programs

• Increase the RAM capacity

• Upgrade the processor

• Replace the hard drive

How can you verify the proper installation of a network adapter?

• Check if the network adapter is detected without any issues

• Verify the network adapter in the Device Manager

• Ensure there are no errors in the Device Manager

• All of the above

What should you do if the network adapter is listed as an 'Other device' in the Device Manager?

• Re-detect and install the network adapter

• Download the network adapter drivers

• Restart the computer

• Replace the network adapter

How can you verify the wired network connection?

• Check if the network cable is properly connected

• Ensure the LED lights next to the network jack are illuminated

• Ping the computer from the Windows command line

• All of the above

What should you do if the computer cannot ping the router?

• Reset the router

• Connect the computer to the router using cables

• Contact the router manufacturer for support

• All of the above

What does it mean if the computer is experiencing choppiness in audio?

• The processor is working at an elevated speed

• There is not enough RAM to keep programs loading

• The graphics card is malfunctioning

• The hard drive is failing

What is the importance of basic network troubleshooting?

• To optimize computer performance

• To prevent hardware failures

• To identify and resolve network connection problems

• To increase internet speed

What should you do if your computer is infected with malware?

• Run a virus scan using trusted antivirus software

• Reinstall the operating system

• Upgrade the firewall

• Replace the hard drive