Quiz On CCNA Chapter 1
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- 1.Which computer component is considered the nerve center of the computer system and is responsible for processing all of the data within the machine?
- A.
RAM
- B.
CPU
- C.
Video Card
- D.
Sound Care
- E.
Operating System
- 2.What are two advantages of purchasing a preassembled computer ? (Choose two.)
- A.
Usually a lower cost
- B.
Exact components may be specified
- C.
Extended waiting period for assembly
- D.
Adequate for performing most general applications
- E.
suited for customers with special needs
- 3.A user plans to run multiple applications simultaneously on a computer. Which computer component is essential to accomplish this ?
- A.
RAM
- B.
NIC
- C.
Video Card
- D.
Sound Card
- E.
Storage Device
- 4.Which adapter card enables a computer system to exchange information with other systems on a local network ?
- A.
Modem Card
- B.
Controller Card
- C.
Video Card
- D.
Sound Card
- E.
Network Interface Card
- 5.What is the main storage drive used by servers, desktops, and laptops ?
- A.
Tap Drive
- B.
Hard Drive
- C.
Optical Drive (DVD)
- D.
Floppy Disk Drive
- 6.Which component is designed to remove high-voltage spikes and surges from a power line so that they do not damage a computer system ?
- A.
CPU
- B.
Surge Processor
- C.
Motherboard
- D.
HardDrive
- 7.What are two examples of output peripheral devices ? (Choose two.)
- A.
Printer
- B.
Speaker
- C.
Flash Drive
- D.
External DVD
- E.
External Modem
- 8.What two functions does a UPS provide that a surge protector does not ? (Choose two.)
- A.
Protects the computer from voltage surges
- B.
Provides backup power from an internal battery
- C.
Protects the computer from sudden voltage spikes
- D.
Gives the user time to phone the electrical company
- E.
Gives the user time to safely shut down the computer if the power fails
- 9.What is a word processor ?
- A.
It is a physical computer component.
- B.
It is a program designed to perform a specific function.
- C.
It is a program that controls the computer resources.
- D.
It is a functional part of an operating system.
- 10.What is the purpose of the ASCII code ?
- A.
Translates bits into bytes
- B.
Interprets graphics digitally
- C.
Translates digital computer language into binary language
- D.
Represents letters, characters, and numbers with bits
- 11.Why do servers often contain duplicate or redundant parts ?
- A.
Servers require more power and thus require more components.
- B.
Servers should be accessible at all times.
- C.
Servers can be designed as standalone towers or rack mounted.
- D.
Servers are required by networking standards to have duplicate parts.
- 12.What are two benefits of hooking up a laptop to a docking station ? (Choose two.)
- A.
Mobility is increased.
- B.
An external monitor can be used.
- C.
Alternate connectivity options may be available.
- D.
The keyboard can be changed to a QWERTY-style keyboard.
- E.
More wireless security options are available.
- 13.Applications can be grouped into general use software or industry specific software. What are two examples of industry specific software ? (Choose two.)
- A.
CAD
- B.
Presentation
- C.
Spreadsheet
- D.
Word processing
- E.
Medical practice management
- 14.Which three terms describe different types of computers ? (Choose three.)
- A.
operating system
- B.
Network
- C.
Laptop
- D.
desktop
- E.
Mainframe
- 15.How is a server different from a workstation computer ?
- A.
The server works as a standalone computer.
- B.
The server provides services to clients.
- C.
The workstation has fewer applications installed.
- D.
The workstation has more users who attach to it.
- 16.How many values are possible using a single binary digit ?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
4
- D.
8
- E.
16
- 17.What measurement is commonly associated with computer processing speed ?
- A.
Bits
- B.
Pixels
- C.
Hertz
- D.
Bytes
- 18.What can be used to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) ?
- A.
Dry and non humid conditions
- B.
Carpeted floor
- C.
Grounding strap
- D.
Uncluttered work space
- 19.If a peripheral device is not functioning, what are three things you should do to solve the problem ? (Choose three.)
- A.
Use the testing functionality on the peripheral itself, if available.
- B.
Verify that all cables are connected properly.
- C.
Disconnect all cables connected to the computer except those connected to the peripheral.
- D.
Ensure that the peripheral is powered on.
- E.
Reload the computer operating system.
- 20.Which two steps should be performed when installing a peripheral device ? (Choose two.)
- A.
Download and install the most current driver.
- B.
Connect the peripheral using any cable and any available port on the computer.
- C.
Connect the peripheral using an appropriate cable or wireless connection.
- D.
Test the peripheral on another machine before installing it on the one where it will be used.
- E.
Check the computer documentation to see if the peripheral vendor is compatible with the PC vendor.
- 21.In newer operating systems, how are system resources assigned by default when components are installed ?
- A.
Manually assigned by the operating system
- B.
Manually assigned by the administrator
- C.
Statically assigned by the component to a preset resource
- D.
Dynamically assigned between the component and the operating system
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