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Unit 15

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which Windows feature can be used to disable unnecessary startup programs?

a)

System Restore

b)

Task Manager

c)

Device Manager

d)

Disk Cleanup

2.

What is the purpose of defragmenting a hard drive?

a)

To increase storage capacity.

b)

To organize fragmented files for faster access.

c)

To remove unnecessary files.

d)

To encrypt data.

3.

Which Windows setting allows you to adjust visual effects for better performance?

a)

Network and Internet settings

b)

System Properties > Advanced > Performance Options

c)

User Accounts

d)

Device Manager

4.

What is a common method to free up disk space and improve performance?

a)

Increasing RAM.

b)

Running Disk Cleanup.

c)

Installing more software.

d)

Changing the desktop wallpaper.

5.

Which storage device generally provides the fastest performance for Windows?

a)

HDD

b)

SSD

c)

USB flash drive

d)

Optical drive

6.

Which Windows tool allows you to view system logs and troubleshoot problems?

a)

Task Manager

b)

Event Viewer

c)

Device Manager

d)

Disk Cleanup

7.

What is the purpose of System Restore?

a)

To defragment the hard drive.

b)

To revert the system to a previous state.

c)

To manage device drivers.

d)

To manage user accounts.

8.

Which tool can be used to check for and repair file system errors?

a)

Task Manager

b)

System Restore

c)

CHKDSK

d)

Device Manager

9.

What is the function of the Windows Reliability Monitor?

a)

To manage user accounts.

b)

To track system stability and reliability over time.

c)

To manage network connections.

d)

To manage device drivers.

10.

Which tool allows you to diagnose and troubleshoot network issues?

a)

Task Manager

b)

Device Manager

c)

Network Troubleshooter

d)

Disk Cleanup

11.

Where can you typically find the "Uninstall a program" option in Windows?

a)

Device Manager

b)

Control Panel > Programs and Features

c)

Task Manager

d)

System Restore

12.

What is a potential consequence of deleting program files without using the proper uninstaller?

a)

Improved system performance.

b)

Registry errors and

13.

What is the purpose of cleaning up leftover registry entries after uninstalling software?

a)

To increase storage capacity.

b)

To prevent system instability and errors.

c)

To improve network connectivity.

d)

To enhance graphics performance.

14.

Which tool can be used to view and edit the Windows registry?

a)

Task Manager

b)

Device Manager

c)

Registry Editor (regedit)

d)

Disk Cleanup

15.

What is a common method for removing leftover files and folders after uninstalling a program?

a)

Using System Restore.

b)

Manually deleting the program's installation directory.

c)

Running Disk Defragmenter.

d)

Changing the desktop wallpaper.

16.

What is a common sign of a failing hard drive?

a)

Increased network speed.

b)

Slow file access and unusual noises.

c)

Improved graphics performance.

d)

Increased RAM capacity.

17.

What is the purpose of updating device drivers?

a)

To manage user accounts.

b)

To ensure hardware compatibility and optimal performance.

c)

To manage network connections.

d)

To defragment the hard drive.

18.

Which tool can be used to monitor CPU, memory, and disk usage in real-time?

a)

System Restore

b)

Task Manager

c)

Device Manager

d)

Disk Cleanup

19.

What is a common cause of slow system startup?

a)

Low network traffic.

b)

Too many startup programs.

c)

Incorrect printer settings.

d)

High network speeds.

20.

What is the purpose of checking for malware and viruses?

a)

To manage user accounts.

b)

To protect the system from security threats and performance issues.

c)

To manage network connections.

d)

To defragment the hard drive.

21.

What is the purpose of disabling unnecessary background services?

a)

To increase network speed.

b)

To free up system resources and improve performance.

c)

To improve graphics performance.

d)

To increase RAM capacity.

22.

What is the purpose of using the "sfc /scannow" command?

a)

To defragment the hard drive.

b)

To scan for and repair corrupted system files.

c)

To manage device drivers.

d)

To manage user accounts.

23.

What is a common cause of a computer freezing or crashing?

a)

Low network traffic.

b)

Overheating or insufficient RAM.

c)

Incorrect printer settings.

d)

High network speeds.

24.

What is a common way to troubleshoot a program that is not responding?

a)

Uninstall the operating system.

b)

Force close the program using Task Manager.

c)

Delete all user files.

d)

Replace the motherboard.

25.

What is a potential risk of manually editing the Windows registry?

a)

Improved system performance.

b)

System instability or failure.

c)

Automatic driver updates.

d)

Increased network speed.