3.8 – Given a scenario, select and configure appropriate components for a custom PC configuration to meet customer specifications or needs

Question 1

Which of the following is the best type of custom computer for use with Pro
Tools?
 ❍ A. Graphic/CAD/CAM design workstation
 ❍ B. Audio/video editing workstation
 ❍ C. Gaming PC
 ❍ D. Virtualization workstation

Answer 1

B. The audio/video editing workstation is the type of custom computer that would
use Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and other music and video editing programs.

Question 2

Which of the following would include a gigabit NIC and a RAID array?
 ❍ A. Gaming PC
 ❍ B. Audio/video editing workstation
 ❍ C. Thin client
 ❍ D. NAS

Answer 2

D. A NAS (network attached storage) device will allow users to access files and
stream media; it normally has a gigabit NIC and a RAID array. The rest of the
answers will most likely include a gigabit network connection, but not a RAID
array

Question 3

Your organization needs to run Windows in a virtual environment. The OS is
expected to require a huge amount of resources for a powerful application it will
run. What should you install Windows to?
❍ A. Type 2 hypervisor
❍ B. Gaming PC
❍ C. Type 1 hypervisor
❍ D. Thin client

Answer 3

C. If the virtual operating system needs a lot of resources, the best bet is a
“bare metal” Type 1 hypervisor. Type 2 hypervisors run on top of an operating
system and therefore are not as efficient with resources. Gaming PCs have lots
of resources but are not meant to run virtual environments. Thin clients have the
least amount of resources.