Mobile Device Maintenance and Components

This video tutorial covers the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam objective 1.1, focusing on installing and configuring laptop hardware and components. It begins with an introduction to mobile devices, highlighting their portability and internal components. Safety precautions and battery maintenance tips are discussed, followed by an examination of keyboards, keys, and RAM in laptops. The tutorial concludes with a comparison of HDD and SSD storage options, emphasizing the benefits and limitations of each.

What is a mobile device in IT terms?

• A stationary desktop computer

• A portable battery-powered computing gadget

• A wired communication device

• A non-portable gaming console

Why is it important to disconnect a mobile device from any power source before working on it?

• To make the device lighter

• To improve device performance

• To prevent electrical accidents or damage

• To save battery life

What should you be aware of when maintaining a device's battery?

• The weight of the battery

• The color of the battery

• The brand of the device

• The type of battery and manufacturer's guidelines

What is a common issue with keyboards on mobile devices?

• They consume too much power

• They are prone to wear and tear

• They are not user-friendly

• They are too large

What type of RAM do laptops typically use?

• DIMM

• SODIMM

• SIMM

• RIMM

Why is RAM in smartphones and tablets not user-upgradable?

• It is too large

• It is too expensive

• It is soldered directly onto the motherboard

• It is not necessary

What are the two main types of laptop storage?

• HDD and SSD

• USB and SSD

• Flash and HDD

• RAM and ROM

What is a key advantage of SSDs over HDDs?

• Larger storage capacity

• Faster data access

• Lower cost

• More mechanical parts

What is a drawback of upgrading from an HDD to an SSD in most laptops?

• Limited to a single drive bay

• More mechanical parts

• Increased power consumption

• Decreased performance

What does the migration process involve when upgrading to an SSD?

• Cloning the entire contents of the old drive

• Deleting all data

• Installing a new operating system

• Formatting the old drive