A+ Essentials Chapter 2

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The Visible PC

In this chapter, you will learn how to

• Describe how the PC works
• Identify the essential tools of the trade and avoid electrostatic discharge
• Identify the different connectors on a typical PC system unit
• Identify the major internal and external components of a PC

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the essential tool for computer techs?
- A.
  
  File
- B.
  
  Phillips-head screwdriver
- C.
  
  Pliers
- D.
  
  Flat-head screwdriver
Correct Answer
B. Phillips-head screwdriver

Explanation
A Phillips-head screwdriver is the essential tool for computer techs.

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2.

What sort of connector does a typical network card have?
- A.
  
  DB-9
- B.
  
  Mini-DIN
- C.
  
  RJ-11
- D.
  
  RJ-45
Correct Answer
D. RJ-45

Explanation
A typical network card sports an RJ-45 port.

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3.

Modern keyboards connect to which of the following ports? (Select all thatapply.)
- A.
  
  DIN
- B.
  
  FireWire
- C.
  
  Mini-DIN
- D.
  
  USB
Correct Answer(s)
C. Mini-DIN
D. USB

Explanation
Modern keyboards connect to either mini-DIN or USB ports.

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4.

What do you plug into a three-row, 15-pin port?
- A.
  
  Joystick
- B.
  
  Keyboard
- C.
  
  Monitor
- D.
  
  Mouse
Correct Answer
C. Monitor

Explanation
You plug a monitor into a three-row, 15-pin port.

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5.

What connector was designed to connect your PC to a high-end television set?
- A.
  
  DB-HD
- B.
  
  DVI
- C.
  
  HDMI
- D.
  
  VGA
Correct Answer
C. HDMI

Explanation
HDMI was designed to connect your PC to a high-end television set.

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6.

What connector was designed to connect your PC to a high-end audio system?
- A.
  
  DB-HA
- B.
  
  DVI
- C.
  
  Mini-audio
- D.
  
  S/PDIF
Correct Answer
D. S/PDIF

Explanation
S/PDIF was designed to connect your PC to a high-end audio system.

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A+ Essentials Chapter 2

What is the essential tool for computer techs?

What sort of connector does a typical network card have?

Modern keyboards connect to which of the following ports? (Select all thatapply.)

What do you plug into a three-row, 15-pin port?

What connector was designed to connect your PC to a high-end television set?

What connector was designed to connect your PC to a high-end audio system?