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Well I am no expert, but I wanted to create a quiz based on questions that I thought might be useful for myself to study. The questions are based on information that I have researched off of this page so hopefully it is correct! If it helps anyone else than great! Good luck! P. S. Randomizing questions might make it more challenging


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  • 1. 

    An _______________ that transfers characters by striking a pattern (from a matrix) through an inked ribbon and onto paper.

    • A.

      Ink jet printer ( Ink Dispersion )

    • B.

      A dye sublimation printer

    • C.

      A Dot Matrix printer

    • D.

      A Laser Printer

    Correct Answer
    C. A Dot Matrix printer
    Explanation
    A Dot Matrix printer is an appropriate answer because it transfers characters by striking a pattern from a matrix through an inked ribbon and onto paper. This type of printer uses a printhead that contains a series of pins or wires which strike against an inked ribbon, creating dots on the paper to form characters. The inked ribbon transfers the ink onto the paper, resulting in the printed output.

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  • 2. 

    A _______________ printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. Prints in transitioning colours rather than pixels.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Dye Sublimation

    • C.

      Thermal

    Correct Answer
    B. Dye Sublimation
    Explanation
    A dye sublimation printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. This process allows the printer to create prints in transitioning colors rather than pixels. Laser printers use toner and heat to fuse the toner onto the paper, while thermal printers use heat to transfer ink onto the paper. Therefore, the correct answer is Dye Sublimation.

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  • 3. 

    A _______________ is a non-impact printer that uses heat to cause a reaction on specially treated paper. Monochrome paper is chemically treated to darken where heated (photosensitive). Many cash registers use this type of printer for creating receipts. Colour thermal paper is chemically treated to absorb colour from a ribbon where heated. Ink is applied via the ribbon in a similar manner to a solid ink printer. The colour system used by ____________is CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and black). The paper must make one pass for each application of a different colour. Colour ___________ printers are very expensive, high quality, and operate quietly

    • A.

      Thermal

    • B.

      Dye sublimation

    • C.

      Dot Matrix

    • D.

      Ink Jet

    Correct Answer
    A. Thermal
    Explanation
    Thermal printers are non-impact printers that use heat to cause a reaction on specially treated paper. Monochrome paper darkens where heated, while color thermal paper absorbs color from a ribbon where heated. Thermal printers apply ink via the ribbon in a similar manner to a solid ink printer, using the CMYK color system. These printers are expensive, high quality, and operate quietly.

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  • 4. 

    Laser printers are classified as page printers because they print text and graphics simultaneously two pages at a time. True or false?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    They print text and graphics one page at a time.

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  • 5. 

    The software that allows the printer to communicate with the print device. Printer drivers provide the following support functions: Translate data into a recognizable form for the given printer. Manage graphics via graphics drivers, converting graphics into the appropriate printer commands. Allow management of the print job by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Server

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Driver

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Driver
    Explanation
    A printer driver is a software that enables communication between a computer and a printer. It translates the data from the computer into a format that the printer can understand and process. Additionally, it manages graphics by using graphics drivers to convert graphics into printer commands. The print driver also allows users to manage print jobs by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system. Therefore, the correct answer is "Print Driver."

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  • 6. 

    A _______________ printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. Prints in transitioning colours rather than pixels.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Dye Sublimation

    • C.

      Thermal

    Correct Answer
    B. Dye Sublimation
    Explanation
    A dye sublimation printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. This process allows the printer to create prints in transitioning colors rather than pixels. Laser printers use toner and heat to fuse the toner onto the paper, while thermal printers use heat to transfer ink onto the paper. Therefore, the correct answer is Dye Sublimation.

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  • 7. 

    Printers melt ink onto the print head (which is as wide as the paper). The head jets the melted ink onto the paper as the paper passes by on the print drum (similar to the laser printing process). The head takes as long as 15 minutes to heat prior to printing.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Solid Ink

    • C.

      Thermal

    • D.

      Dot Matrix

    Correct Answer
    B. Solid Ink
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Solid Ink. Solid ink printers work by melting solid ink sticks into a liquid form and then jetting the ink onto the paper. The ink is heated in the print head, which takes about 15 minutes to heat up before printing. This heating process allows the solid ink to melt and become ready for printing.

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  • 8. 

    The most common number of pins on a dot matrix printer are

    • A.

      9,18, or 24

    • B.

      10, 15, 20

    • C.

      15, 24, 32

    • D.

      8, 16, 15

    Correct Answer
    A. 9,18, or 24
    Explanation
    Dot matrix printers are known for their ability to produce high-quality printed documents, especially when it comes to printing forms and multipart documents. The number of pins on a dot matrix printer refers to the number of tiny wires or pins that strike the ink ribbon and paper to create the printed text or image. The most common numbers of pins on dot matrix printers are 9, 18, or 24. These numbers indicate the print quality and resolution of the printer, with higher pin numbers generally resulting in better print quality.

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  • 9. 

    _____________ is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. When the printer is ready, the print server takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Server

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Server
    Explanation
    A print server is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. It takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed when the printer is ready.

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  • 10. 

    The portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before going to the print device.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    A. Print Queue
    Explanation
    Print Queue is the correct answer because it refers to the portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before they are sent to the print device. This allows for the orderly management and prioritization of print jobs, ensuring that they are processed in the correct order. Print Queue also helps in handling any issues or errors that may occur during the printing process, allowing for easy troubleshooting and re-printing if necessary.

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  • 11. 

    Printers melt ink onto the print head (which is as wide as the paper). The head jets the melted ink onto the paper as the paper passes by on the print drum (similar to the laser printing process). The head takes as long as 15 minutes to heat prior to printing.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Solid Ink

    • C.

      Thermal

    • D.

      Dot Matrix

    Correct Answer
    B. Solid Ink
    Explanation
    Solid ink printers use solid blocks of ink that are melted and then applied to the paper. The ink is heated in the print head, which takes up to 15 minutes to heat before printing can begin. This process is similar to the way laser printers work, where a laser beam is used to heat the toner and transfer it onto the paper. Thermal printers, on the other hand, use heat-sensitive paper and apply heat directly to the paper to create the image. Dot matrix printers use a series of pins to strike an inked ribbon and transfer the ink onto the paper. Therefore, the correct answer is Solid Ink.

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  • 12. 

    A _______________ printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. Prints in transitioning colours rather than pixels.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Dye Sublimation

    • C.

      Thermal

    Correct Answer
    B. Dye Sublimation
    Explanation
    A dye sublimation printer is a non-impact printer that uses film-embedded dye. The print head heats and passes over the film, causing the dye to vaporize and soak into the film paper. This process allows the printer to create prints in transitioning colors rather than pixels.

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  • 13. 

    The speed of dot matrix printers is measured in characters per second (CPS). Common speeds for a dot matrix printer are

    • A.

      20 to 60

    • B.

      22 to 62

    • C.

      30 to 70

    • D.

      32 to 72

    Correct Answer
    D. 32 to 72
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 32 to 72. This range represents the common speeds at which dot matrix printers can print characters per second (CPS). Dot matrix printers use a matrix of small pins to strike an inked ribbon and create characters on paper. The speed range of 32 to 72 CPS indicates the variation in printing speeds among different models of dot matrix printers. Some models can print at a slower speed of 32 CPS, while others can print at a faster speed of 72 CPS.

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  • 14. 

    In __________________, documents are loaded into a buffer (usually an area on a disk), and then the printer pulls them off the buffer at its own rate. Because the documents are in a buffer where they can be accessed by the printer, the user is free to perform other operations on the computer while the printing takes place in the background. __________________ also lets users place a number of print jobs in a queue instead of waiting for each one to finish before specifying the next one.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    B. Print Spooling
    Explanation
    Print spooling is the correct answer because it refers to the process of loading documents into a buffer and allowing the printer to pull them off at its own rate. This allows the user to perform other operations on the computer while printing takes place in the background. Print spooling also allows users to place multiple print jobs in a queue, eliminating the need to wait for each job to finish before specifying the next one.

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  • 15. 

    A virtual device (logical software entity) inside the print server that can be configured to send output to a printing device. The printer is made up of the print driver, the printing device, and the spooler.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Server

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    A. Printer
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Printer". A printer is a physical device that is used to produce hard copies of documents. It consists of various components such as the print driver, which is the software that allows the computer to communicate with the printer, the printing device itself, and the spooler, which is a software program that manages the print jobs and sends them to the printer. Therefore, the printer is the main component of the printing system that is responsible for generating the output.

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  • 16. 

    Printer Port: The means by which a print device connects to a print server (parallel port, serial port, or to the printer's NIC). Traditional parallel ports are quickly being replaced by USB ports for printing devices. In this respect, many printers can be configured in the same way that most plug and play devices are. All parallel connections must adhere to the IEEE standard 1284. You should look at your printer configuration to see which mode your printer requires. The five modes addressed in the IEEE standard are:

    • A.

      Nibble, Normal, Native, Compatibility, EPP

    • B.

      Native, Threaded, Linear, Nibble, Normal

    • C.

      Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP

    • D.

      Nibble, Compatibility, Linear, Threaded, EPP

    Correct Answer
    C. Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP". This is because the question is asking for the five modes addressed in the IEEE standard 1284 for parallel connections. The modes mentioned in the answer are the correct modes specified by the standard.

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  • 17. 

    Printers melt ink onto the print head (which is as wide as the paper). The head jets the melted ink onto the paper as the paper passes by on the print drum (similar to the laser printing process). The head takes as long as 15 minutes to heat prior to printing.

    • A.

      Laser

    • B.

      Solid Ink

    • C.

      Thermal

    • D.

      Dot Matrix

    Correct Answer
    B. Solid Ink
    Explanation
    Solid ink printers work by melting solid ink sticks into a liquid form. The melted ink is then sprayed onto the paper as it passes by on the print drum, similar to the process used in laser printing. Unlike other types of printers, solid ink printers require a longer heating time of up to 15 minutes before they can start printing. Therefore, the correct answer is Solid Ink.

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  • 18. 

    _____________ is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. When the printer is ready, the print server takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Server

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Server
    Explanation
    A print server is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. It takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed when the printer is ready.

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  • 19. 

    The physical device connected to the print server where print output occurs.

    • A.

      Print Server

    • B.

      Printer

    • C.

      Print Driver

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Device
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Print Device." A print device refers to the physical device that is connected to the print server and is responsible for producing the print output. This can include printers, multifunction devices, or any other hardware that is capable of printing documents. The print server acts as a central hub for managing print jobs and sending them to the appropriate print device for output. The print driver, on the other hand, is a software that allows the computer to communicate with the print device.

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  • 20. 

    Dot matrix printers can use either a ____________ feed or a tractor feed system to move paper through the printing assembly

    • A.

      Bi-directional - prints left to right and also right to left

    • B.

      Tractor feed - uses sprockets to pull continuous-feed paper

    • C.

      Friction feed - uses pressure to pull single sheets

    • D.

      Mouth feed - do this when you are hungry

    Correct Answer
    C. Friction feed - uses pressure to pull single sheets
    Explanation
    Dot matrix printers can use a friction feed system to move paper through the printing assembly. This system uses pressure to pull single sheets of paper.

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  • 21. 

    Printer Languages: Escape Codes

    • A.

      Used to control dot matrix printers.

    • B.

      Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language called _____. Many modern printers understand _______.

    • C.

      Adobe created this printer language that easily handles scaling of certain fonts and images.

    Correct Answer
    A. Used to control dot matrix printers.
    Explanation
    The given answer correctly states that escape codes are used to control dot matrix printers. Escape codes are a type of control character sequence that is embedded within a text stream to control the formatting and behavior of the printer. Dot matrix printers are a type of impact printer that uses a matrix of small pins to create characters and images on paper. By using escape codes, users can control various aspects of the printing process, such as font selection, character spacing, and page layout. Therefore, the answer accurately describes the purpose of escape codes in relation to dot matrix printers.

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  • 22. 

    A _______________ is a non-impact printer that uses heat to cause a reaction on specially treated paper. Monochrome paper is chemically treated to darken where heated (photosensitive). Many cash registers use this type of printer for creating receipts. Colour thermal paper is chemically treated to absorb colour from a ribbon where heated. Ink is applied via the ribbon in a similar manner to a solid ink printer. The colour system used by ____________is CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and black). The paper must make one pass for each application of a different colour. Colour ___________ printers are very expensive, high quality, and operate quietly

    • A.

      Thermal

    • B.

      Dye sublimation

    • C.

      Dot Matrix

    • D.

      Ink Jet

    Correct Answer
    A. Thermal
    Explanation
    Thermal printers are non-impact printers that use heat to cause a reaction on specially treated paper. Monochrome thermal paper is chemically treated to darken where heated, while color thermal paper is chemically treated to absorb color from a ribbon where heated. Thermal printers are commonly used in cash registers for creating receipts. They are also known for their high quality, quiet operation, and use the CMYK color system.

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  • 23. 

    _____________ is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. When the printer is ready, the print server takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Server

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Server
    Explanation
    A print server is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. It takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed when the printer is ready.

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  • 24. 

    A virtual device (logical software entity) inside the print server that can be configured to send output to a printing device. The printer is made up of the print driver, the printing device, and the spooler.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Server

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    A. Printer
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Printer". In the context of the explanation provided, a printer refers to a physical device that is used to produce hard copies of documents. It is comprised of various components including the print driver, which is a software that facilitates communication between the computer and the printer, the print server, which is a logical software entity inside the print server that can be configured to send output to the printing device, and the print device itself, which is the hardware responsible for physically printing the documents.

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  • 25. 

    The software that allows the printer to communicate with the print device. Printer drivers provide the following support functions: Translate data into a recognizable form for the given printer. Manage graphics via graphics drivers, converting graphics into the appropriate printer commands. Allow management of the print job by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Server

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Driver

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Driver
    Explanation
    A print driver is a software that enables communication between a printer and a computer. It translates the data from the computer into a format that the printer can understand and execute. Additionally, it manages graphics by converting them into printer commands. The print driver also allows users to manage print jobs by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

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  • 26. 

    Because dot matrix printers strike the image onto paper, it is a good printer to use when carbon-copy documents are being printed. True or False?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Dot matrix printers are a good choice when carbon-copy documents need to be printed because they strike the image onto paper. This means that the impact of the printer's pins creates a physical impression on the paper, allowing the ink to transfer to multiple layers of paper simultaneously, creating carbon copies. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 27. 

    _____________ is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. When the printer is ready, the print server takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Server

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Server
    Explanation
    A print server is responsible for managing the flow of documents from the queue to the printer. It takes the next document out of the queue and sends it to be printed when the printer is ready.

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  • 28. 

    A virtual device (logical software entity) inside the print server that can be configured to send output to a printing device. The printer is made up of the print driver, the printing device, and the spooler.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Server

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    A. Printer
    Explanation
    The given answer is "Printer". In the context of the explanation provided, a printer refers to the physical device that produces a hard copy of the output. It is made up of various components including the print driver, which is the software that allows the computer to communicate with the printer, the print server, which is a logical software entity that manages print jobs and sends them to the printing device, and the printing device itself. Therefore, "Printer" is the correct answer as it encompasses all the components mentioned in the explanation.

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  • 29. 

    The physical device connected to the print server where print output occurs.

    • A.

      Print Server

    • B.

      Printer

    • C.

      Print Driver

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Device
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Print Device". A print device refers to the physical hardware that is connected to the print server and is responsible for producing the print output. It can be a printer, a multifunction device, or any other device capable of printing documents. The print server manages the print jobs and sends them to the print device for actual printing. The print driver, on the other hand, is a software that enables communication between the computer and the print device.

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  • 30. 

    _______________ print by heating the ink and squirting it through tiny nozzles in the print head and onto the paper.

    • A.

      Laser Printer

    • B.

      Dot Matrix Printer

    • C.

      Solid Ink Printer

    • D.

      Bubble Jet Printer

    Correct Answer
    D. Bubble Jet Printer
    Explanation
    A bubble jet printer is a type of printer that works by heating the ink and squirting it through tiny nozzles in the print head onto the paper. This process creates small bubbles of ink that are expelled onto the paper to form the desired image or text. The ink is heated to create the bubbles, and the pressure from the bubbles forces the ink out of the nozzles. This method allows for precise and high-quality printing.

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  • 31. 

    PostScript

    • A.

      Used to control dot matrix printers.

    • B.

      Adobe created this printer language that easily handles scaling of certain fonts and images.

    • C.

      Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language called _____. Many modern printers understand _______.

    Correct Answer
    B. Adobe created this printer language that easily handles scaling of certain fonts and images.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "PostScript". PostScript is a printer language created by Adobe that is used to control dot matrix printers. It is known for its ability to handle scaling of certain fonts and images, making it a popular choice for printing high-quality graphics and documents. Hewlett-Packard has also developed their own printer control language, but many modern printers still understand and support PostScript.

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  • 32. 

    The portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before going to the print device.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    A. Print Queue
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Print Queue." The print queue refers to the portion of the hard drive where print jobs are temporarily stored before being sent to the print device. It acts as a buffer, allowing multiple print jobs to be queued up and processed in the order they were received. This helps in managing the printing process efficiently and prevents any disruption or delay in printing tasks.

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  • 33. 

    A virtual device (logical software entity) inside the print server that can be configured to send output to a printing device. The printer is made up of the print driver, the printing device, and the spooler.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Driver

    • C.

      Print Server

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    A. Printer
    Explanation
    The given answer, "Printer," is correct because it refers to the physical output device that produces hard copies of documents. In the provided explanation, it is mentioned that a virtual device inside the print server can be configured to send output to a printing device, which further supports the fact that the printer is the correct answer. The other options, such as Print Driver, Print Server, and Print Device, are all components or entities related to the printer but do not directly represent the physical output device itself.

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  • 34. 

    The physical device connected to the print server where print output occurs.

    • A.

      Print Server

    • B.

      Printer

    • C.

      Print Driver

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Device
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Print Device" because it refers to the physical device that is connected to the print server and is responsible for printing the output. This could be a printer, a multifunction printer, or any other device capable of printing. The print server manages the print jobs and sends them to the print device for actual printing. The print driver is the software that enables communication between the computer and the print device.

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  • 35. 

    In __________________, documents are loaded into a buffer (usually an area on a disk), and then the printer pulls them off the buffer at its own rate. Because the documents are in a buffer where they can be accessed by the printer, the user is free to perform other operations on the computer while the printing takes place in the background. __________________ also lets users place a number of print jobs in a queue instead of waiting for each one to finish before specifying the next one.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    B. Print Spooling
    Explanation
    Print spooling is a process where documents are loaded into a buffer (usually an area on a disk) and then the printer pulls them off the buffer at its own rate. This allows the user to perform other operations on the computer while the printing takes place in the background. Print spooling also allows users to place a number of print jobs in a queue instead of waiting for each one to finish before specifying the next one.

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  • 36. 

    The software that allows the printer to communicate with the print device. Printer drivers provide the following support functions: Translate data into a recognizable form for the given printer. Manage graphics via graphics drivers, converting graphics into the appropriate printer commands. Allow management of the print job by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Server

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Driver

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Driver
    Explanation
    A print driver is a software that enables communication between the printer and the print device. It performs several support functions such as translating data into a format that the printer can understand, managing graphics through graphics drivers, and allowing users to manage print jobs by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system. In other words, a print driver is responsible for ensuring that the printer functions properly and that print jobs are executed correctly.

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  • 37. 

    The crispness of an ink jet printer’s image is usually rated in terms of Dots per Inch or DPI. Ink jets range from

    • A.

      140 to over 1,300

    • B.

      140 to over 1,400

    • C.

      150 to over 1,500

    • D.

      150 to over 1,400

    Correct Answer
    D. 150 to over 1,400
    Explanation
    The crispness of an inkjet printer's image is measured in terms of Dots per Inch (DPI). The given answer range of 150 to over 1,400 DPI indicates that inkjet printers can produce images with varying levels of detail and sharpness. The lower end of the range (150 DPI) suggests a lower resolution image, while the higher end (over 1,400 DPI) indicates a higher resolution image with more dots per inch, resulting in a crisper and more detailed printout.

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  • 38. 

    Printer Port: The means by which a print device connects to a print server (parallel port, serial port, or to the printer's NIC). Traditional parallel ports are quickly being replaced by USB ports for printing devices. In this respect, many printers can be configured in the same way that most plug and play devices are. All parallel connections must adhere to the IEEE standard 1284. You should look at your printer configuration to see which mode your printer requires. The five modes addressed in the IEEE standard are:

    • A.

      Nibble, Normal, Native, Compatibility, EPP

    • B.

      Native, Threaded, Linear, Nibble, Normal

    • C.

      Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP

    • D.

      Nibble, Compatibility, Linear, Threaded, EPP

    Correct Answer
    C. Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, ECP. The explanation is that the question is asking for the five modes addressed in the IEEE standard 1284 for parallel connections. These modes are Nibble, Compatibility, Byte, EPP, and ECP. These modes determine the communication protocols and capabilities of the printer port, allowing for different levels of compatibility and functionality with different devices and systems.

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  • 39. 

    The physical device connected to the print server where print output occurs.

    • A.

      Print Server

    • B.

      Printer

    • C.

      Print Driver

    • D.

      Print Device

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Device
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Print Device." A print device refers to the physical device that is connected to the print server and is responsible for generating the print output. It could be a printer, a multifunction device, or any other hardware that is capable of printing documents. The print server acts as a central hub that manages the print jobs and sends them to the appropriate print device for printing. The print driver, on the other hand, is a software program that facilitates communication between the computer and the print device.

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  • 40. 

    If the page only prints part way through (and the rest of the page is blank), you might need to check the static eliminator strip on the printer or check the print server settings.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    A faulty static eliminator strip might cause paper jams because the paper will stick to the components inside the printer. The correct answer is to upgrade the memory or check the print server settings.

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  • 41. 

    The software that allows the printer to communicate with the print device. Printer drivers provide the following support functions: Translate data into a recognizable form for the given printer. Manage graphics via graphics drivers, converting graphics into the appropriate printer commands. Allow management of the print job by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Server

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Driver

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Driver
    Explanation
    A printer driver is a software that enables communication between the printer and the print device. It performs various functions such as translating data into a format that the printer can understand, managing graphics through graphics drivers, and allowing the user to control and manage print jobs by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system. In other words, a print driver acts as a bridge between the printer and the operating system, ensuring that the print device functions properly and that print jobs are carried out effectively.

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  • 42. 

    The portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before going to the print device.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    A. Print Queue
    Explanation
    Print Queue is the correct answer because it refers to the portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before being sent to the print device. It acts as a temporary storage area for print jobs, allowing multiple print jobs to be queued and processed in the order they were received. This helps to manage the printing process efficiently, especially in situations where multiple users are sending print jobs simultaneously.

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  • 43. 

    Laser printers are classified as page printers because they print text and graphics simultaneously two pages at a time. True or false?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    They print text and graphics one page at a time.

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  • 44. 

    Scanners use a light source and a Charge-Coupled Device (CCD) that captures light and converts it to analog data.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    converts it to digital data

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  • 45. 

    Printer Languages: Escape Codes

    • A.

      Used to control dot matrix printers.

    • B.

      Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language called _____. Many modern printers understand _______.

    • C.

      Adobe created this printer language that easily handles scaling of certain fonts and images.

    Correct Answer
    A. Used to control dot matrix printers.
    Explanation
    The given answer provides a brief explanation of the purpose of printer languages, specifically escape codes, which are used to control dot matrix printers. It mentions that Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language, but does not specify its name. It also states that many modern printers understand this language. Additionally, it mentions that Adobe has created a printer language that is capable of handling scaling of certain fonts and images.

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  • 46. 

    The software that allows the printer to communicate with the print device. Printer drivers provide the following support functions: Translate data into a recognizable form for the given printer. Manage graphics via graphics drivers, converting graphics into the appropriate printer commands. Allow management of the print job by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

    • A.

      Printer

    • B.

      Print Server

    • C.

      Print Device

    • D.

      Print Driver

    Correct Answer
    D. Print Driver
    Explanation
    A print driver is a software that enables communication between a printer and a computer. It translates the data from the computer into a format that the printer can understand. Additionally, it manages graphics by converting them into printer commands. The print driver also allows users to manage their print jobs by displaying print and printer properties in the operating system.

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  • 47. 

    The portion of the hard drive where print jobs are stored before going to the print device.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    A. Print Queue
    Explanation
    Print Queue refers to the portion of the hard drive where print jobs are temporarily stored before they are sent to the print device. This allows multiple print jobs to be managed and processed in the order they were received. The print queue acts as a buffer, ensuring that print jobs are not lost or disrupted in case of any issues with the print device. It also allows users to prioritize, pause, or cancel print jobs as needed.

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  • 48. 

    In __________________, documents are loaded into a buffer (usually an area on a disk), and then the printer pulls them off the buffer at its own rate. Because the documents are in a buffer where they can be accessed by the printer, the user is free to perform other operations on the computer while the printing takes place in the background. __________________ also lets users place a number of print jobs in a queue instead of waiting for each one to finish before specifying the next one.

    • A.

      Print Queue

    • B.

      Print Spooling

    Correct Answer
    B. Print Spooling
    Explanation
    Print spooling is a process where documents are loaded into a buffer (usually an area on a disk) and then the printer pulls them off the buffer at its own rate. This allows the user to perform other operations on the computer while the printing takes place in the background. Print spooling also enables users to place multiple print jobs in a queue, allowing them to specify the next job without waiting for each one to finish.

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  • 49. 

    Refers to convincing personnel to grant access to sensitive information or protected systems by pretending to be someone who is authorized and/or requires that access. • The attacker usually poses as a member of senior management. • A scenario of distress is fabricated to the user to convince them that their actions are necessary.

    • A.

      Masquerading

    • B.

      Phishing

    • C.

      Piggybacking

    • D.

      Eavesdrop

    Correct Answer
    A. Masquerading
    Explanation
    Masquerading refers to the act of convincing personnel to grant access to sensitive information or protected systems by pretending to be someone who is authorized and/or requires that access. The attacker typically poses as a member of senior management and fabricates a scenario of distress to convince the user that their actions are necessary. This technique is commonly used in social engineering attacks to deceive individuals and gain unauthorized access to confidential data or systems.

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  • 50. 

    Printer Control Language (PCL)

    • A.

      Used to control dot matrix printers.

    • B.

      Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language called _____. Many modern printers understand _______.

    • C.

      Adobe created this printer language that easily handles scaling of certain fonts and images.

    Correct Answer
    B. Hewlett-Packard has created several versions of a printer control language called _____. Many modern printers understand _______.

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