Technical English Test - 30%

What is the primary benefit of using encryption on an external hard drive?

What type of port is commonly used to connect an external hard drive to a computer?

• HDMI

• Ethernet

• USB

• VGA

What is the primary function of an external hard drive?

• To provide additional storage space for digital data.

• To connect to the Internet.

• To replace internal hard drives.

• To host websites.

What is a firewall?

• A type of malware

• A system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network

• A tool for creating websites

• A method of speeding up Internet connections

What is a common use for an external hard drive?

• To connect to the World Wide Web

• To provide Internet Protocol (IP) services

• To back up important files and data

• To encrypt all online communications

What is one disadvantage of using an external hard drive?

• They are always connected to the internet.

• They can be physically damaged or lost.

• They offer limited storage space.

• They require monthly fees.

Why is it important to use strong passwords and encryption with external hard drives?

• To improve the speed of data transfer.

• To ensure compatibility with all types of computers.

• To protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and comply with data protection regulations.

• To reduce the physical size of the hard drive.

Why might someone prefer using an external hard drive over cloud storage?

• Higher monthly fees

• Physical control over data and no reliance on Internet connection

• Limited storage capacity

• Increased data transfer speeds

What does the padlock icon in the address bar of a browser indicate?

• The website is using a strong password.

• The website is encrypted and secure.

• The website is hosted on a server.

• The website is indexed by search engines.

Which of the following is NOT a common use of an external hard drive?

• Expanding storage capacity

• Backing up important files

• Managing internal computer settings

• Transferring data between different devices