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A+ Final (TF) Flashcards

1
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Errors with memory are often difficult to diagnose because they can appear intermittently and might be mistaken as other types of errors.

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TRUE

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2
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Most Microsoft patches and device drivers can be applied to a 32-bit installation and also a 64-bit installation.

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FALSE

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3
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The six step troubleshooting program can only be applied to software problems.

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FALSE

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4
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Computers are very complex and have frequent problems so it is very rare that a problem is caused by an error made by the user.

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FALSE

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5
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If you get an error message about a missing DLL, the easiest way to solve this problem might be to reinstall the application.

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TRUE

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6
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If you need to recover data off a system that won’t boot, install the drive in a working system.

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TRUE

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7
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If you see smoke or smell burning, you should immediately open the case to try to identify the component that is causing it.

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FALSE

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8
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To move a hard drive to another computer for the purposes of accessing the data, you always need to first physically install it in a drive bay.

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FALSE

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9
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A poor looking video display might be caused by inadequate video RAM.

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TRUE

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10
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A degausser can erase everything on an optical disk.

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FALSE

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11
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A hard boot takes more time than a soft boot.

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TRUE

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12
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The Advanced Boot Options menu appears when a user presses F8 as Windows is loading.

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TRUE

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13
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There is no option for networking access when using Safe Mode.

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FALSE

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14
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A Windows 7 system repair disc can be created using the Backup and Restore utility.

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TRUE

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15
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As you work to solve a Windows problem, always choose the method that makes the most changes to the system as possible in order to rejuvenate the machine.

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FALSE

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16
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The Tel net protocol encrypts transmitted data, which therefore cannot be read by others on the network.

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FALSE

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17
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When using static IP addressing, software automatically configures the network connection on each device.

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FALSE

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18
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Wireless networks are either public, unsecured hotspots or private, secured hotspots.

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TRUE

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19
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When connecting to a private and secured wireless access point, you must provide the information that proves you have the right to use the network.

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TRUE

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20
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A problem with virtual networks is that data transmitting through them cannot be encrypted and therefore is not secure.

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FALSE

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21
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A WLAN covers a large geographical area and is made up of many smaller networks.

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FALSE

22
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A half duplex connection allows a device to send and receive, but not at the same time.

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TRUE

23
Q

Phone cords are a type of twisted-pair cable and use an RJ-45 connector.

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FALSE

24
Q

10Base5 cabling runs at speeds up to 1 Gbps and distances to 500 meters.

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FALSE

25
Q

A punchdown tool is used to wire twisted-pair cabling to a keystone jack.

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TRUE

26
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On the IE General tab you can block cookies.

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FALSE

27
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The default value of the security level in IE is Medium-high.

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TRUE

28
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To use Remote Desktop, the computer you access remotely can be running Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional.

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FALSE

29
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When a user logs on to a Windows 7 computer using Remote Desktop, users that are logged on locally are unaffected.

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FALSE

30
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If a Windows computer belongs to a domain, all security is managed by the network administrator for the entire network.

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TRUE

31
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On a peer-to-peer network, authentication is the responsibility of the domain.

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FALSE

32
Q

Requiring users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to get a logon window is more secure than the welcome screen.

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TRUE

33
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After initially installing Windows 7, you need to disable the Guest account so nobody can use it.

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FALSE

34
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Using Group Policy, you can set security policies to help secure a workstation.

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TRUE

35
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It’s usually a good idea to run several anti-malware programs at the same time on your computer.

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FALSE

36
Q

Notebooks use the same technology as desktops except they use less power and take up less space.

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TRUE

37
Q

Notebook computer cases tend to be similar to one another, and components in notebook systems tend to be interchangeable among manufacturers.

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FALSE

38
Q

In a notebook, replacing the motherboard probably means you’ 11 need to fully disassemble the entire notebook except the LCD assembly.

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TRUE

39
Q

Sometimes, a notebook LCD panel, including the entire cover and hinges, is considered a single field replaceable unit, and sometimes components within the LCD assembly are considered an FRU.

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TRUE

40
Q

A all-in-one computer uses the same size components as desktop computers and components like the motherboard can be replaced with any off-the-shelf component.

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FALSE

41
Q

You usually install an OS on a mobile device using a USB device or SD-card.

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FALSE

42
Q

The Android OS is based on Linux

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TRUE

43
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iOS was developed by and continues to be maintained by a consortium of companies.

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FALSE

44
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A setting called airplane mode lowers the output power of the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas allowing these networks to function, but at a reduced range.

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FALSE

45
Q

VMs running under a Type 1 hypervisor are isolated from each other.

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TRUE

46
Q

For heavy business use, the best practice is to purchase one machine for one purpose, instead of bundling many functions into a single machine.

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TRUE

47
Q

The developing, transferring, fusing, and cleaning steps of the laser printing process use the printer components that undergo the most wear.

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FALSE

48
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Laser printers automatically calibrate themselves periodically.

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TRUE

49
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If a user complains that a printer is not printing, the problem always lies with the printer itself.

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FALSE

50
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If loose toner comes out with your printout, the fuser is not reaching the proper temperature and professional service is required.

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TRUE

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