The following practice questions are taken from CompTIA A+ 2006 In-Depth book by Jean Andrews. I have set the pass rate to which you must score above 75% to pass, this is done to better help you prepare for the real exams. So, without any further ado, let's get started.
Secondary storage is used for permanent storage.
Secondary storage holds data during processing.
Secondary storage holds instructions during processing.
Secondary storage is located inside the case.
None of the above
RAM stands for read only memory.
RAM is non-volatile.
RAM can be installed in banks of several chips on a small board that plugs into the motherboard.
RAM refers to software that can be purchased and loaded onto a computer.
Kernel
Registry
Shell
Hard drive
File type
Subdirectory to the root directory
Folder
Root directory
1
2
3
4
System properties
Windows explorer
File attributes
Device manager
Vacuum the dust
Unplug the monitor
Use a monitor cleaner on the screen
Use a high voltage probe with the monitor case open
Upset failures are easy to detect.
The failure destroys the component beyond use.
The damage component may continue to function, but it deos not perform well.
An upset failure prevents the computer from booting.
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None of the above
Is the problem related to reading from the hard drive.
Does the pc boot to the windows desktop with no errors.
Is the screen blank.
Can you hear a single beep during the boot.
Nlx
Atx
Btx
Baby at
Fewer cables are needed.
It reduces heat with better airflow.
It allows for a smaller case.
It can remove the motherboard without using tools.
Atx
Baby atx
Full at
Enhanced atx
Bios
Cmos settings
Power supply
None of the above
Grounding mat
Touch chassis before touching components
Esd wrist strap
Unplug all power cords
Data path
Overclocking
Word size
Throttle
Level 2
Primary
Secondary
DRAM
The pins are staggered over the socket.
The socket uses lands.
It's a cartridge for a processor that lays flat.
The pins are aligned in uniform rows around the socket.
South bridge
PCI bus
Accelerated Hub Architecture
North bridge
Riser card
Heat sink
Resistor
Housing
1
4
7
10
1
2
3
4
On a RAM (RTC/NVRAM) chip.
On a floppy drive.
On a CD.
On an external storage.
Use the start menu from desktop.
Press a key or combination of keys during the boot process.
Download a program from the manufacturer's website.
Use a boot disk.
The password is different from the power on password.
The password is the same as the OS password.
The password is changed by accessing the setup screen.
Start up passwords can never be disabled by using a jumper.
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