Computer Maintenance and Safety Quiz

Which of the following is a sign of a faulty hard drive?

• Slow boot times

• Clicking noises

• Frequent system crashes

• All of the above

What is the purpose of the ping command?

• Check network connectivity

• Format a hard drive

• Detect software malware

• Repair corrupted files

Which component is most likely causing a system to overheat?

• RAM

• CPU

• Monitor

• Motherboard

Which of the following helps prevent system failures?

• Keeping software updated

• Ignoring error messages

• Overloading the power supply

• Using unlicensed software

What is the best way to protect data from system failure?

• Store all files in one location

• Backup data regularly

• Never update software

• Delete old files randomly

Which of the following is NOT a good preventive measure?

• Regularly scanning for malware

• Ignoring system warnings

• Using surge protectors

• Cleaning computer components

Which of the following is a common network problem?

• IP address conflict

• Hardware failure

• Slow internet speed

• All of the above

What tool can be used to check network cable integrity?

• Multimeter

• Cable tester

• Disk Cleanup

• Registry Editor

What does DHCP stand for?

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

• Direct Hardware Connection Process

• Data Hosting Configuration Program

• Digital Host Control Panel

Why is ergonomics important in the workplace?

• It improves employee productivity

• It prevents workplace injuries

• It ensures proper workstation setup

• All of the above