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CPT10 MIDTERM EXAM

Total questions: 90

Worksheet time: 2hrs 53mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which device directs network traffic between your local devices and the internet?

a)

Switch

b)

Router

c)

Modem

d)

Access Point

2.

What does an ISP primarily provide?

a)

Network security

b)

Internet connectivity

c)

File storage

d)

System updates

3.

What command is used to test if a device can reach another server?

a)

tracert

b)

ipconfig

c)

ping

d)

flushdns

4.

Which of the following represents a wireless network connection?

a)

LAN

b)

WAN

c)

Wi-Fi

d)

Ethernet

5.

What is the main purpose of updating firmware and drivers?

a)

Increase storage capacity

b)

Improve stability and compatibility

c)

Enhance screen resolution

d)

Install new software

6.

What should you do if your email bounces back with a “Mail Delivery Failed” message?

a)

Ignore it

b)

Resend immediately

c)

Check the email address and recipient’s inbox

d)

Restart your computer

7.

What is the most common email issue among users?

a)

Spam

b)

Forgotten Password

c)

Hacked Account

d)

Sync Error

8.

Which of the following is a preventive measure for email hacking?

a)

Use weak passwords

b)

Open all attachments

c)

Enable two-factor authentication

d)

Share your password

9.

What is the main difference between spam and phishing emails?

a)

Spam is harmful, phishing is safe

b)

Spam advertises, phishing steals data

c)

Both are safe

d)

Spam needs login

10.

What should you do if your email app loads slowly?

a)

Clear cache and update the app

b)

Delete all emails

c)

Change your password

d)

Disable Wi-Fi

11.

What does the term “diagnostic tools” refer to?

a)

Gaming software

b)

Tools for hardware assembly

c)

Utilities used to analyze and fix computer problems

d)

Applications for video editing

12.

Which of the following tests RAM for errors?

a)

chkdsk

b)

Memory Diagnostic Tool (mdsched.exe)

c)

Event Viewer

d)

CPU-Z

13.

What does the POST (Power-On Self Test) do?

a)

Installs new programs

b)

Checks essential hardware during startup

c)

Updates drivers

d)

Measures network speed

14.

Which tool monitors CPU, memory, disk, and network activity in real time?

a)

Event Viewer

b)

System Information

c)

Task Manager

d)

Reliability Monitor

15.

What command is used to scan and repair disk issues?

a)

dxdiag

b)

ipconfig

c)

chkdsk

d)

msconfig

16.

Which of the following is a type of System Recovery that restores your computer to its original settings?

a)

System Restore

b)

Factory Reset

c)

Image Recovery

d)

Startup Repair

17.

What does System Image Recovery restore?

a)

Only personal files

b)

Only drivers

c)

Entire system backup (OS, apps, and data)

d)

Only registry entries

18.

Which command opens the Registry Editor?

a)

taskmgr.exe

b)

regedit.exe

c)

control.exe

d)

cmd.exe

19.

Which registry hive stores configuration data for the currently logged-in user?

a)

HKLM

b)

HKCR

c)

HKCU

d)

HKCC

20.

Which tool can fix issues like a damaged Master Boot Record (MBR)?

a)

System Restore

b)

Startup Repair

c)

Factory Reset

d)

Task Manager

21.

What is the primary goal of PC security?

a)

To increase performance speed

b)

To protect the system from harm and intrusion

c)

To install more apps

d)

To delete old files

22.

Which of the following is a built-in Windows security tool that provides real-time protection?

a)

Malwarebytes

b)

Avast

c)

Windows Defender / Security Center

d)

Spybot

23.

Which step comes first in malware removal?

a)

Run antivirus

b)

Update software

c)

Disconnect from the internet

d)

Format the drive

24.

According to the 3-2-1 Backup Rule, how many total copies of your data should you keep?

a)

2

b)

4

c)

3

d)

5

25.

Which tool is used to recover accidentally deleted files?

a)

Recuva

b)

Bitdefender

c)

Acronis

d)

UAC

26.

What is the main goal of preventive maintenance?

a)

To fix system errors

b)

To overclock the CPU

c)

To prevent hardware or software problems

d)

To install new software

27.

Which tool is used to remove dust from inside the computer?

a)

Alcohol wipes

b)

Compressed air

c)

Cotton buds

d)

Water spray

28.

Which maintenance type predicts failures before they happen using monitoring tools?

a)

Corrective

b)

Predictive

c)

Evolutionary

d)

Preventive

29.

What utility is used to remove temporary and junk files in Windows?

a)

Disk Defragmenter

b)

Disk Cleanup

c)

Task Manager

d)

System Restore

30.

How often should you physically clean your computer’s internal components?

a)

Weekly

b)

Quarterly

c)

Monthly

d)

Annually

31.

Translates human-readable website names into IP addresses.

4 lines
32.

Device that converts ISP signals (fiber, DSL, cable) into usable internet.

4 lines
33.

Network that covers a small geographic area like a school or office.

4 lines
34.

Software tool used to analyze network packets.

4 lines
35.

Temporary internet alternative using mobile data when ISP is down.

4 lines
36.

Digital method of sending and receiving messages over the internet.

4 lines
37.

Fake email designed to trick users into revealing personal information.

4 lines
38.

Limits file size to 25 MB for attachments in Gmail.

4 lines
39.

Security feature that sends a verification code to your phone or app.

4 lines
40.

Tool or platform used to share large files when attachments exceed limits.

4 lines
41.

Diagnostic utility that displays hardware and software configuration.

4 lines
42.

Built-in tool that records system warnings, errors, and critical events.

4 lines
43.

Interface that shows real-time CPU details like clock speed and specifications.

4 lines
44.

Diagnostic tool that checks drive temperature and S.M.A.R.T. status.

4 lines
45.

Automatically runs when the computer starts to check basic hardware like RAM and keyboard.

4 lines
46.

A database that stores configuration settings for Windows and applications.

4 lines
47.

Registry section that contains file type associations and COM object information.

4 lines
48.

Registry hive that applies settings to the entire computer, including hardware and software.

4 lines
49.

Backup process that creates a restore point before major changes.

4 lines
50.

Tool used to clean registry entries but should be used cautiously.

4 lines
51.

Malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate programs.

4 lines
52.

The process of restoring deleted or lost files using specialized tools.

4 lines
53.

Windows feature that automatically backs up personal files.

4 lines
54.

Rule that suggests keeping 3 copies of data, 2 on different devices, and 1 offsite.

4 lines
55.

Security layer that prevents unauthorized system changes.

4 lines
56.

Regular and systematic care to prevent hardware or software issues.

4 lines
57.

Maintenance that fixes problems after a breakdown.

4 lines
58.

Built-in Windows tool that automates system tasks such as backups.

4 lines
59.

Maintenance task that improves hard drive performance by organizing data.

4 lines
60.

  1. Device used to protect computers from sudden power loss or surges.

4 lines
61.

A router connects multiple computers within a local area network (LAN).

a)

True

b)

False

62.

DNS translates domain names into IP addresses that computers can understand.

a)

True

b)

False

63.

IPv4 uses a 128-bit addressing system.

a)

True

b)

False

64.

Wi-Fi signals can weaken due to walls and electronic interference.

a)

True

b)

False

65.

“IP Address Conflict” occurs when two devices share the same IP address.

a)

True

b)

False

66.

Phishing emails are harmless advertisements sent to many users.

a)

True

b)

False

67.

Email can include attachments such as images, files, and links.

a)

True

b)

False

68.

Synchronization issues occur when emails don’t appear consistently across devices.

a)

True

b)

False

69.

Using a simple password like “123456” is a strong security practice.

a)

True

b)

False

70.

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security to your email account.

a)

True

b)

False

71.

Diagnostic tools are only used after a computer completely fails.

a)

True

b)

False

72.

Hardware diagnostic tools check physical components such as RAM and hard drives.

a)

True

b)

False

73.

Task Manager is an example of a hardware diagnostic tool.

a)

True

b)

False

74.

Reliability Monitor can show the history of system crashes.

a)

True

b)

False

75.

The command sfc /scannow is used to repair corrupted system files.

a)

True

b)

False

76.

System Recovery is used only when a computer is performing well.

a)

True

b)

False

77.

A System Restore returns your system settings to an earlier point without deleting personal files.

a)

True

b)

False

78.

Factory Reset keeps all installed applications but deletes personal files.

a)

True

b)

False

79.

Startup Repair can fix problems related to booting errors and missing system files.

a)

True

b)

False

80.

The Windows Registry stores system configurations and user preferences.

a)

True

b)

False

81.

PC security is only needed when malware has already infected the computer.

a)

True

b)

False

82.

Spyware secretly tracks user activities without consent.

a)

True

b)

False

83.

Ransomware locks your files and demands payment to unlock them.

a)

True

b)

False

84.

Full Backup only saves new or changed files since the last backup.

a)

True

b)

False

85.

System Restore deletes all personal files on the computer.

a)

True

b)

False

86.

Preventive maintenance involves regular care to prevent problems before they occur.

a)

True

b)

False

87.

Corrective maintenance is performed before a system failure happens.

a)

True

b)

False

88.

Cleaning computer fans and vents helps prevent overheating.

a)

True

b)

False

89.

Software preventive maintenance includes physical cleaning and checking cables.

a)

True

b)

False

90.

Preventive maintenance helps extend a computer’s lifespan and performance.

a)

True

b)

False

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