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WorksheetsG10-COMFUNDIII- Quiz
Total questions: 70
Worksheet time: 35mins
A user notices their laptop screen suddenly becomes dim. The technician adjusts the brightness using the monitor’s on-screen settings. What hardware issue is being resolved?
Loose cable
Improperly adjusted controls
Incorrect driver
Power failure
Laptop Specs: - 1.6 GHz Dual-Core - 4 GB RAM - 128 GB SSD - Windows 11 S-Mode - Touchscreen Which student is this MOST suitable for?
Architecture student
Graphic designer
Light typing/research student
VR user
A company purchases Microsoft Office 365, a ready-made product sold in stores. What type of software is this?
Off-the-shelf
Custom-written
Customized
Special-purpose
Tablet Specs: - Quad-Core 1.3 GHz - 2 GB RAM - 32 GB storage - Touch interface - Stylus support Which task is LEAST suitable?
Reading eBooks
Note-taking
Heavy spreadsheet analysis
Web browsing
A system administrator uses a text-based interface that requires command input. Which interface is this?
GUI
Menu-driven
Touch UI
CLI
A teacher installs a program that removes temporary files and clears unnecessary system data. Which type of software is being used?
Backup utility
Disk cleanup utility
Device driver
Special-purpose application
A smartphone with the following specs: - 2.9 GHz Octa-Core - 8 GB RAM - 256 GB storage - 108-MP camera - 5G capability is BEST suited for:
High-quality photography
Supercomputing tasks
Server hosting
Database design
A technician writes down all steps taken, the cause of the problem, and actions performed. Which troubleshooting step is this?
Establish theory
Implement plan
Document findings
Research
A graphic designer uses Adobe Photoshop. What type of application software is this?
General-purpose
Special-purpose
Utility software
Customized
Based on the following desktop specifications: 3.9 GHz Hexa-Core, 16 GB RAM, 2 TB HDD, Linux OS, Multi-display setup, what is this setup best suited for?
Professional software development
Only emailing
Only typing
Basic browsing
A technician suspects the cause of a computer shutting off is overheating. Which troubleshooting step is this?
Test theory
Establish a theory
Verify functionality
Identify the problem
A user interacts with icons, windows, and menus. What type of interface is this?
CLI
Menu-driven
GUI
Touch
A hard drive is defragmented. Which category of software performs this?
Operating system
Device driver
Utility software
Custom-written software
Based on the following desktop specifications: 4.8 GHz 8-Core CPU, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, 4K monitor, Dedicated GPU, what is this setup best suited for?
Simple typing
Advanced gaming & rendering
Basic browsing
Email checking
To install a new printer, the computer requires a program to communicate with the hardware. What must be installed?
Utility
Device driver
Custom software
GUI
A school uses a program to automatically back up all staff files. What category does this fall under?
Special-purpose software
Utility program
Custom-written
Menu-driven interface
Tablet Specs: - 8-core mobile CPU 1.8 GHz - 6 GB RAM - 128 GB storage - Stylus support Best suited for:
3D animation
Digital art illustration
Server management
Compiling large codebases
A user selects items from a list such as “Print,” “Edit,” and “Open.” What type of user interface is this?
GUI
Menu-driven
Touch
CLI
A PC will not charge. The technician tries a different charger to confirm the cause. Which troubleshooting step is this?
Research
Identify problem
Test theory
Document findings
A student uses a word processor to type an essay. This program is classified as:
Application software
System software
Utility
Device driver
Given the following laptop specifications: - 3.6 GHz Quad-Core - 16 GB RAM - 512 GB NVMe SSD - HD webcam - Linux OS - Video-editing software What is the best task for this laptop?
Casual typing
Professional video editing
Simple browsing
Only gaming
A command-based interface is MOST suitable for which type of user?
Child using a tablet
Beginner computer user
System administrator
Graphic designer
A technician cleans clogged fans and removes dust inside a desktop. This step represents:
Verify functionality
Implement solution
Identify problem
Document findings
Given the following smartphone specifications: - 1.5 GHz Quad-Core - 3 GB RAM - 64 GB storage Which type of user would be least satisfied with this smartphone?
Research student
Basic texter
Social media user
Mobile photographer
A database program is required to store and query student records. What software is needed?
Spreadsheet
Graphics package
Database software
Operating system
Before repairing a printer, the technician checks forums and manuals. He is performing which step?
Research/gather information
Test theory
Identify problem
Document findings
Desktop Specs: - 2.0 GHz Dual-Core - 4 GB RAM - 1 TB HDD (5400 RPM) - VGA monitor Which task is MOST difficult?
Listening to music
Running Word
Web browsing
4K video editing
A user taps, swipes, and pinches to zoom. What type of user interface is being used?
CLI
GUI
Touch UI
Menu-driven
A company modifies an existing off-the-shelf program to add new features. What type is it now?
Customized software
Custom-written
Utility
Integrated
Laptop Specs: • 2.5 GHz Quad-Core • 8 GB RAM • 128 GB SSD • Office suite pre-installed Suitable for: A. Moderate multitasking B. High-end gaming C. VR design D. Complex rendering
Moderate multitasking
High-end gaming
VR design
Complex rendering
A firewall is used to prevent unauthorized intrusion. It is a type of: A. Application software B. System utility C. Customized software D. Off-the-shelf
Application software
System utility
Customized software
Off-the-shelf
A technician asks, “When did the device stop responding?” Which step is this? A. Identify problem B. Test theory C. Document actions D. Verify functionality
Identify problem
Test theory
Document actions
Verify functionality
Smartphone Specs: • 1.8 GHz Octa-Core • 4 GB RAM • 128 GB storage Best suited for: A. VR gaming B. Basic productivity C. Server hosting D. 3D rendering
VR gaming
Basic productivity
Server hosting
3D rendering
A program that allows formatting disks and removing viruses belongs to which category? A. Application B. Operating system C. Device driver D. Utility software
Application
Operating system
Device driver
Utility software
Which user needs a different device based on the following tablet specs: 12-inch display, 2.4 GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage?
Note taker
eBook reader
Heavy photo editor
Music listener
Editing and managing spreadsheets is an example of using which type of software?
Special-purpose software
General-purpose application software
Utility software
Embedded software
Which task is best suited for a laptop with the following specs: 2.9 GHz Hexa-Core, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Pen support?
Light browsing
Graphic illustration
Simple typing
Email only
After repairing a device, the technician checks if all drivers, ports, and applications work. Which step is this?
Verify functionality
Document findings
Identify issue
Test theory
Software like Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Google Docs fall under which category?
User interface
Application software
Device drivers
Utilities
A program that manages memory and files is called the:
Application
Operating system
Device driver
Firewall
Given the desktop specs: - 3.2 GHz Quad-Core - 8 GB RAM - 500 GB HDD - Linux OS What is the most suitable task for this desktop?
Hosting small servers
VR gaming
4K editing
Large 3D rendering
A user needs to recover previously backed-up files. What utility is needed?
Backup utility
Restore utility
Disk cleaner
Driver updater
A technician creates a plan to fix a loose network cable. Which step is this?
Establish theory
Plan action
Test theory
Document findings
Given the laptop specs: - 1 TB SSD - 24 GB RAM - 5.0 GHz 12-Core CPU - High-end drawing tablet included What is this laptop ideal for?
Email browsing
High-end 3D modelling
Simple research
Video watching
A program that helps users perform a specific task (like creating posters) is classified as:
System software
Application software
Firmware
Utility
When a technician chooses to update antivirus software to prevent future issues, what step is this?
Document findings
Preventive measures
Implement solution
Identify problem
Which storage is used to save data permanently until deleted?
RAM
Cache
Secondary storage
Registers
A printer producing faded text leads the technician to check the ink level. This matches which troubleshooting step?
Test theory
Identify problem
Research
Verification
A user needs software that detects and blocks unauthorized access. Which software should be installed?
Disk cleanup
Graphics software
Personal firewall
Word processor
A student purchases a suite that includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. What type of software package is this?
Integrated package
Customized software
Utility package
System driver set
What is software?
Physical parts of the computer
A series of instructions that tell hardware how to perform tasks
A storage device
A type of input device
Which statement BEST describes system software?
It helps users create documents
It performs maintenance tasks only
It controls the basic operations of the computer
It is used only for entertainment
Which of the following is an example of system software?
Spreadsheet
Word processor
Linux
Browser
A device driver is used to:
Speed up the CPU
Help the computer communicate with hardware devices
Remove viruses
Create images
What is the main function of an operating system?
Create games
Translate languages
Manage computer resources
Produce graphics
Which of the following is a characteristic of CLI (Command Line Interface)?
It uses icons and windows
It requires memorizing text commands
It is fully touch-based
It shows a list of menu options
What is a key advantage of a GUI?
Very fast for experts
Requires no graphics capability
Easy and intuitive for beginners
Uses very little memory
Which of the following is a disadvantage of menu-driven interfaces?
Hard for beginners
Requires command memorization
Can be slower due to many menus
Very graphic-intensive
Which statement BEST describes application software?
Controls the computer’s internal processes
Helps users perform specific tasks
Is used only by programmers
Is the same as a device driver
An integrated package is:
A collection of related software in a single suite
Software designed only for business use
A utility program
A type of operating system
What is a key characteristic of special-purpose application software?
Designed for multiple general tasks
Only available online
Designed for a single specific task
Does not require installation
Which of the following is a PRO of off-the-shelf software?
Expensive to produce
Immediately available for use
Developed for one specific organization
Always requires customization
Which statement describes custom-written software?
It is created for general public use
It is manufactured for many businesses
It is built specifically for one user or organization
It cannot be modified
What is the purpose of utility software?
Create presentations
Perform maintenance-type tasks
Design websites
Increase screen size
Which of the following is TRUE about RAM?
Stores data permanently
Is volatile memory
Cannot be upgraded
Slower than secondary storage
Which of the following is an advantage of SSDs over HDDs?
Larger storage by default
Slower but more durable
Faster and more reliable
Require no electricity
In system specification, why is CPU speed important?
It determines screen brightness
It controls the speed at which instructions are processed
It increases RAM capacity
It ensures more storage space
Which of the following is a characteristic of secondary storage?
Temporarily holds data
Volatile memory
Used for long-term storage
Cannot store applications
What is the FIRST step in the troubleshooting process?
Identify the problem
Restart the system
Replace faulty components
Check for updates
What is a major disadvantage of CLI (Command Line Interface) for average users?
It uses too many graphics
It requires high-end hardware
It requires memorizing commands
It only works on tablets
