6 Flashcards
(Ch. 3) What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?
A. Video cards
B. Printers
C. Monitors
D. Plug-and-play devices
D. Plug-and-play devices
(Ch. 3) To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step?
A. Transfer contents to an external storage device
B. Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored
C. Disconnect all output devices
D. Disconnect the UPS
A. Transfer contents to an external storage device
(Ch. 3) Flash memory is a type of volatile memory (T/F)
False
(Ch. 3) Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed (T/F)
True
(Ch. 3) In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character (T/F)
True
(Ch. 3) Which of the following storage devices requires an Internet connection?
A. Cloud storage
B. Flash memory
C. Internal hard drive
D. Solid state drive
A. Cloud storage
(Ch. 3) In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor?
A. desktop computers
B. All-in-one computers
C. Laptop computer
D. Tablet
A. desktop computers
(Ch. 3) All of the following are pointing devices except:
A. Touchpointer
B. Trackball
C. Touchpad
D. Mouse
A. Touchpointer
(Ch. 3) In general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and browse the web (T/F)
True
(Ch. 3) Plotters are small, lightweight printers that easily can be connected to mobile devices (T/F)
False
(Ch. 3) Which of the following tells your computer how to connect to devices you might connect?
A. Communication manager
B. Device manager
C. Device driver
D. Configuration manager
C. Device driver
(Ch. 3) The speed at which data travels on a bus is referred to as the bus width (T/F)
True
(Ch. 3) Under which of the following circumstances might you be most likely to contact a professional to repair your computer or mobile device?
A. Screen is broken
B. Printer will not print
C. Computer device is too hot
D. Computer cannot synchronize with bluetooth accessories
A. Screen is broken
(Ch. 3) Uninterruptible power supplies and surge suppressors will help protect your computer from power outages (T/F)
False
(Ch. 3) If you are experiencing display problems on your computer, which of the following troubleshooting techniques might you attempt first?
A. Check to see that all cables are properly connected
B. Contact a professional for assistance
C. Purchase a new monitor
D. Replace the cables
A. Check to see that all cables are properly connected
