Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - KVM Switch

What does KVM stand for?

• Kernel Version Manager

• Keep Virtual Memory

• Key Video Monitor

• Keyboard, Video, and Mouse

Why might software programmers use a KVM switch?

• To watch movies

• To play video games

• To browse the internet

• To test software on multiple platforms

How do network administrators benefit from using KVM switches?

• Write documents

• Play music

• Edit photos

• Monitor and control multiple servers at a time

How can a KVM switch be useful for home users?

• To have two computers share the same monitor, keyboard, and mouse

• To exercise

• To cook food

• To do laundry

What type of connection do most keyboards and mice use with KVM switches?

• Ethernet

• HDMI

• Bluetooth

• USB

What ports may older models of KVM switches include?

• HDMI or DisplayPort ports

• PS/2 or serial ports

• USB or Thunderbolt ports

• VGA or DVI ports

How many computers can some KVM switches support at once?

• Two

• Eight or more

• Six

• Four

What can pressing a button on a KVM switch allow an administrator to do?

• Increase the volume

• View the display of any connected machine and control it with a single keyboard and mouse

• Turn off the power

• Change the color of the display

Why is using a KVM switch beneficial in terms of desk clutter?

• Has no effect on clutter

• Reduces clutter by removing the monitor, keyboard, and mouse

• Increases clutter by adding more devices

• Reduces clutter by allowing multiple machines to share the same monitor, keyboard, and mouse

What should you ensure when using a KVM switch for your computer setup?

• Don't worry about the ports

• Use any random ports

• Ignore the ports

• Make sure the ports match the display and input devices you are going to use with it