1-30 Flashcards
What is the path for user profiles on Windows 7?
A. %systemdriver%\Windows\Users
B. %systemdriver%\Winnt\U
C. %systemdrive%\Users
D. %systemdrive%\Documents and Settings\
C. %systemdrive%\Users
On Windows XP and 2000, user profiles are stored in the %systemdriver%\Documents and Settings\directory, with each user profile saved in a subdirectory in that folder. The %systemdrive% variable identifies the drive where Windows is installed (by default the C:\drive)
A laser printer’s writing stage referes to:
A. The laser beam burning an image on the paper.
B. The laser beam putting an image on the OPC drum.
C. The toner being transferred to the paper.
D. The toner being transferred to the OPC drum.
B. The laser beam putting an image on the OPC drum.
The writing stage of a laser printer’s operation refers to the laser beam writing an image on the OPC drum.
During the developing stage, toner is applied to the drum. During the transfer stage, the toner is transferred to the paper. During the fusing stage, the toner is pressed into the paper using heat.
On a laser printer, where is the toner applied to during the developing stage?
Drum
On a laser printer, during what stage is the toner transferred to the paper?
Transfer stage
On a laser printer, the toner is pressed into the paer during what stage?
Fusing stage
You would like to upgrade the processor in your system to a 64-bit processor. Which of the components will you most likely need to upgrade as well to take full advantage of the new processor?
A. Operating system
B. RAM
C. BIOS
D. Hard Disk
A. Operating system
The motherboard and the operating system must be able to support the processor in use. Many 64-bit CPUs can run a 32-bit version of the operating system. However, the operating system will run only in 32-bit mode and will not take full advantage of the 64-bit processor. Even if you stick with the 32-bit operating system, chances are you will need to upgrade the hardware abstraction layer (HAL) to one that is compatible with the 64-bit processer.
The BIOS must support the 64-bit processor. However, when you upgrade the motherboard, you will get a new BIOS chip, so upgrading the BIOS will not be an issue.
Which connector is in the middle of a 40-wire PATA cable?
Master
What is the best way to store removable media?
Cool, dry place
What is the maximum number of devices that can be connected to a SATA interface?
Only 1 per interface
What prevents the motherboard from shorting onto a metal case?
Standoffs
What is the size of the case based on?
The motherboard type and size.
What tool is absolutely necessary to install a motherboard?
A screwdriver (and perhaps a multimeter)
You are in the process of building a new computer. You would like to configure your computer to use SLI (Scalable Link Interface) to improve performance when playing your favorite game.
Which of the following will be part of the configuration process (Select two)
A. Purchase a motherboard with two (or more) PCIe x16 slots.
B. Connect a monitor to one DVI port
C. Purchase a motherboard with integrated video and an AGP 8x slot.
D. Connect a monitor to each DVI port.
E. Purchase a motherboard with integrated video and an add-on card that supports the ATSC standards.
A. Purchase a motherboard with two (or more) PCIe x16 slots.
B. Connect a monitor to one DVI port
For increased performance, especially in games, you can install multiple video cards and link those cards together so that multiple GPUs draw a single screen.
Scalable Link Interface (SLI) from nForce and CrossFire from ATI are two different methods for linking video cards.
In most cases you will need to install identical video cards, or at least video cards with very similar specifications.
Cards are linked using a special bridge clip or through software (depending on the implementation).
The motherboard and the video cards must each support the selected method (either SLI or CrossFire). The motherboard must have multiple 16x PCIe slots.
In some cases, you can link the onboard graphic controller with a video card installed in a single PCIe slot.
Connect the monitor to an output port on the first video card.
Scalable Link Interface (SLI) from nForce and CrossFire from ATI are two different methods for linking ________ ________.
video cards
True or False
In most cases, you will need to install identical video cards, or at least video cards with very similar specifications when linking video cards?
TRUE
When installing SLI’s or CrossFire Video cards, how are the cards linked together?
Linked using a special bridge clip or through software (depending on the implementation).
The ___________ and the video cards must each support the selected method (either SLI or CrossFire).
Motherboard
When configuring your computer to use SLI or CrossFire video cards, the motherboard must have multiple _____ ________ slots.
16x PCIe
You are building a new computer from both new and used parts. The video card is a PCIe video card that requires an 8-pin power connector. However, your power supply doesn’t have an 8-pin PCIe power connector.
Which solution would be the cheapest to finish configuring your system?
A. Purchase a new video card that does not require a power connector.
B. Connect the 8-pin processor cable to the video card.
C. Use an adapter cable to convert two 4-pin Molex connectors to the 8-pin PCIe connector.
D. Purchase a new power supply with the necessary connector.
C. Use an adapter cable to convert two 4-pin Molex connectors to the 8-pin PCIe connector.
You can typically purchase adapters for PCIe video, SATA power, or processor power cables.
What three connectors can you typically purchase adapters for?
PCIe video
SATA power
Processor power cables
What is an IC extractor?
Tweezer-like tool usually spring-loadeded in the open position, used to remove integrated circuit chips
You have a network port in an office that connects to the server room using wires strung through the ceiling. Which tool would you use to verify that a signal can be sent from one end to the other?
Cable tester
You have a notebook computer with a built-in wireless network card. One day it stops working. Because the network is integrated onto the motherboard you do not want to replace the entire motherboard. What can you use to connect to the wireless network? (Give two).
- PCMCIA wireless network card
- Wireless USB network card
You can add devices to a notebook computer using PCMCIA cards. Depending on the device, you might also be able to use the USB port to add the device.
What are four things the “Performance” does?
Shows statistics on CPU, memory, pagefile usage and caching.
Administrators
Members of the Administrators group have complete and unrestricted access to the computer, including every system right. The Administrator user account and any account designated as a “computer administrator” is a member of this group.
True or False
Windows Vista/7 no longer uses the Power Users group, although it still exists for backwards compatibility.
TRUE
Members of the Power Users group can:
- Create user accounts and modify and delete accounts they create.
- Create local groups and remove users from local groups they create.
- Remove users from the Power Users, Users, and Guests groups.
- Change the system date and time.
- Install applications.
Members of the Backup Operators group can:
Back up and restore files (regardless of permissions), log on locally, and shut down the system. Members cannot change security settings.
Members of the Power Users cannot:
- Change membership of the Administrators or Backup Operators groups.
- Take ownership of files.
- Back up or restore files.
- Load or unload device drivers.
- Manage security and auditing logs.
