CompTIA A+ Core 1 Flashcards

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What is the Troubleshooting Theory? List in order.

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1: Identity the Problem
2: Establish a theory of probable cause
3: Test theory to determine cause
4: Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem and implement solution
5: Verify full system functionality and if applicable, implement preventative measure.
6: Document findings, solution and outcome.

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2
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What is the tower called for the computer

A

System Unit

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3
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GPU

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Graphics Processing Unit

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4
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RAM

A

Random Access Memory

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5
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CPU

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Central Processing Unit

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6
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USB and most current USB standard type

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Universal Serial Bus,
USB-C

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7
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HDMI

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High Definition Multimedia Interface

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8
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I/O Shield

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Input/Output shield specific to the motherboard

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9
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VGA

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Video Graphics Array

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10
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DIV

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Digital Visual Interface

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11
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RJ-45

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Ethernet Cord

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12
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S-Video

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Circular cord port

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13
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What is the brain or core of the computer?

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The CPU

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14
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SSD

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Solid State Drive

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15
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What is the purpose Hard Drive or SSD?

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To store data while it is NOT in use. It is mass storage. It stores our saved data too.

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16
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What is the purpose of RAM?

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It runs data while it is use because it is much faster than a hard drive or ssd. From hard drive, it takes data to RAM to be usable while in use.

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