Chapter 12 Review: Building a PC Flashcards
A good guide to use when deciding on hardware for a thick client is to:
Check the recommended requirements for the OS you want to use
____ can be used to load identical images onto a series of Mac OS X computers
NetBoot
What are some errors that can lead to lockups or image errors while installing an OS?
- Failing hard drive
- Bad optical drive
- Bad ISO image
- Bad optical disk
What are some physical data destruction methods?
- drive shredder
- degaussing tool
- drills
- incineration
What is the most common method of installing Windows 8?
Windows DVD
A graphic workstation would typically have:
- Multicore CPU
- Max RAM
- High end video
A virtual work station would typically have:
- Max CPU cores
- max RAM
A video editing workstation would typically have:
- Specialized video
- Fast hard drive
- Dual monitors
A gaming PC would typically have:
- Multicore CPU
- High end video
- High end cooling
A home theater system would typically have:
- Surround sound
- HDMI output
- TV tuner card
A ____ client handles basic applications with minimum hardware required by the OS
Thin
A(n) _______ is a box hooked up to a PC with inputs that enables you to connect a microphone or instruments
audio interface
_____ cases are used to make your computer blend in with the rest of your home theater equipment
HTPC
A ______ enables you to share files and printers over your home network
Home server PC
If you have a new hard drive with nothing on it, you will likely ______ an OS
Clean install
A ___ is a single fix for a problem with the OS
Patch
A ______ is a combination of fixes for problems with an OS
service pack
If you only want one OS and want to keep configurations of and applications, you should do an ______ installation
Upgrade
A legal document you must agree to to install most software
EULA (end user license agreement)
This tool enables migration of user files and settings quickly
Windows easy transfer
This tool enables migration of MANY user files and settings
USMT
Windows tracks the installation progress with a set of text files called:
Log files
Vista Enterprise can upgrade to:
7 Enterprise
Vista Business can upgrade to:
7 Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate
Vista Ultimate can upgrade to:
7 Ultimate
Vista Home Premium can upgrade to:
7 Home Premium, Ultimate
Vista Home Basic can upgrade to:
7 Home Basic, Home Premium, Ultimate
Windows 7 Starter can upgrade to:
8, 8 Pro
Windows 7 Professional can upgrade to:
8 Pro, 8 Enterprise
Windows 7 Home Premium can upgrade to:
8, 8 Pro
Windows 7 Enterprise can upgrade to:
8 Enterprise
7 Ultimate can upgrade to:
8 Pro
7 Home Basic can upgrade to
8, 8 Pro
Windows 8 Pro with Media center can upgrade to:
8.1 Pro, 8.1 Enterprise
Windows 8.1 can upgrade to:
8.1 Pro
Windows 8.1 Pro can upgrade to:
8.1 Enterprise
Windows 8 can upgrade to:
8.1, 8.1 Pro
Windows 8 Enterprise can upgrade to:
8.1 Pro, 8.1 Enterprise
Windows 8 Pro can upgrade to:
8.1 Pro, 8.1 Enterprise
