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WorksheetsNetworking Module 04: Protocols
Total questions: 76
Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins
Which of the following laptop features allows users to overcome keyboard size restrictions?
Touchpad
Fn key
Digitizer
Numeric Key
Which of the following is a type of internal hard drive used in laptop computers? (Select all that apply)
Flash drives
USB drives
Magnetic disks
SSDs
SSHDs
Which of the following can be used to describe the features of Solid-State Drives (SSDs)? (Select 3 answers)
Low performance
Relatively high device cost
Lower capacity in comparison to magnetic drives
High performance
Relatively low device cost
Which type of internal laptop hard drive combines high performance and capacity at a relatively low device cost?
SSD
Flash drive
Magnetic drive
USB drive
SSHD
Which of the following are characteristic features of traditional magnetic drives? (Select 3 answers)
High capacity
Low device cost
High performance
Low capacity
Low performance
Which of the following sizes is the most common magnetic hard disk drive form factor used in laptops?
3.5 inch
5.25 inch
1.8 inch
2.5 inch
Which of the following are SSD form factors used in laptop computers? (Select 2 answers)
1.5 inch
5.25 inch
1.8 inch
2.5 inch
1.3 inch
Which of the following memory module form factors are used in laptop computers? (Select 2 answers)
SODIMM
ECC RAM
DIMM
MicroDIMM
C-RIMM
What is the function of a laptop's smart card reader?
Storage expansion
Access control
Theft prevention
Data encryption
Due to size restrictions and the compact nature of laptop devices, this type of storage media has become less commonly found on new laptops?
Flash drives
Optical drives
Magnetic drives
Solid-state drives
Due to the compact nature of laptop devices, all laptop GPUs come in the form of CPU-integrated graphics.
True
False
What type of power jack can be found on a laptop case?
AC
PFC
DC
A/V
Which of the following describes the function of a digitizer? (Select 3 answers)
A device that translates analog data into a format suitable for computer processing
A type of output device
A component of a mobile device's screen that allows users to control the device with a fingertip
An example of a media converter
A type of input device
A technician is setting up a computer that was shipped. After everything is plugged in, the computer will not turn on. Which of the following should the technician do FIRST to identify
the issue?
Check for physical damage on the computer.
Search for a solution on the Internet.
Reference the manufacturer’s documentation.
Ensure the power supply is set at the correct voltage.
A home computer that has been in operation for more than five years is now suffering from random shutdowns during the day. The PC is set up in an enclosed cubby built into the
home office desk. Which of the following is MOST likely plaguing the PC?
The PC was switched over to 240v operation mode
Dust accumulation
The PC’s BIOS is severely out-of-date, causing PSU issues
EMI
What does the acronym RAM mean?
Reduced Access Memory
Redundant Access Module
Random Access Memory
Random Access Module
Really Awesome Memory
What would be the purpose of installing an eSATA expansion card in your system?
To boost the performance of an internal hard drive
To allow for universal connectivity to any type of display device
To provide a connection for an external storage device
To allow you to boost the RAM of the system without physically installing internal memory modules.
To impress the neighbors and loved ones, obviously.
My friend Joe wants to add another hard drive to his computer. What should he check to make sure his system will support it?
CPU
RAM
Expansion slots
PSU
If your computer runs low on RAM, what will it use instead?
Optical drive
Virtual memory
Cache
SSD
When you turn on your computer, it tells you that it does not have the time and date set and asks you to enter setup. What likely needs to be replaced?
Time controller
CPU
CMOS battery
BIOS chip
A user named Monika wants to upgrade the memory in her laptop. What memory form factor will she need?
SODIMM
DIMM
DDR3
DDR2
Which of the following is faster than RAM
HHD
CACHE
BD-ROM
SSD
You just installed more memory in your computer, but it’s not recognized. Your friend suggests you upgrade your BIOS.what’s the best way to do this?
Order a new BIOS chip from the motherboard manufacturer
Flash the BIOS
Order a new BIOS chip from the memory manufacturer
You can’t upgrade a BIOS
Which component inside a computer produces the most heat
PSU
GPU
RAM
CPU
What can be accessed from the BIOS?
POST
Boot Order
Services
Command Prompt
What is the smallest form factor listed?
ATX
ITX
Micro ATX
EATX
Which connector supports both analog and digital signal?
DVI-I
DVI-D
VGA
DVI
Which connector can provide high speed streaming, audio integration, and protects Digital Rights Management
VGA
HDMI
DVI
DisplayPort
Which of the following would NOT be considered an expansion card?
Video Card
Network Card
Audio Card
SD Card
What internal component acts as the backbone for the entire computer system, which connects all internal devices?
The processor
The computer case
The motherboard
The hard drive
You need to install a video card. Where on the motherboard would this be installed?
CPU socket
Memory slot
PCIe slot
ATX power connector
You are looking through the specifications of a motherboard and you notice that it features an integrated GPU. What does this mean?
The motherboard has a PCI-E slot that you can use to boost the graphical performance.
The motherboard has built-in support for video, and does not require a graphics card.
The motherboard features a core CPU that is built right into the system board.
The motherboard has dedicated high-speed memory for storing recently used instructions and Data.
What is the reason for applying thermal paste to the surface of a CPU?
To improve the transference of heat from the processor to the heat sink.
To prevent dust particles from attaching to the processor.
To improve the overall performance of the processor.
To ensure that the processor is secured tightly to the motherboard and does not come loose.
To brush your computers teeth with, of course
What type of cooling feature is usually seen in higher-end machines for which heat is especially concerning?
Multiple heat sinks
Air vents in the computer case
A dedicated CPU fan and case fan
Liquid cooling
What does the acronym SSD stand for in computer terminology?
Super Speed Drive
Secure Storage Device
Solid State Drive
Standard System Device
What is the primary function of the BIOS in a computer?
It manages the computer's RAM
It provides a user interface for the operating system
It initializes and tests the system hardware components, and loads the operating system
It controls the computer's input and output operations
What type of memory is primarily used in smartphones?
DDR4
DDR3
LPDDR4
SDRAM
Which of the following is NOT a type of motherboard expansion slot?
PCI
AGP
ATX
PCIe
What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?
Manage the computer's memory
Perform calculations and processing
Store data and files
Connect to the internet
ARP
(a)
NDP
(a)
MTU
(a)
CSMA/CD
(a)
CA
(a)
