Computer Hardware and Software

Question 1

What is a hardware?

Answer 1

is any element of a computer that’s physical. This includes things like monitors, keyboards, and also the insides of devices, like microchips and hard drives.

Question 2

What is a software?

Answer 2

is anything that tells hardware what to do and how to do it, including computer programs and apps on your phone. Video games, photo editors, and web browsers are just a few examples.

Question 3

What is a external hardware devices (peripherals)?

Answer 3

any hardware device that is located outside the computer

Question 4

What is an Input device?

Answer 4

a piece of hardware device which is used to enter information to a computer for processing

Question 5

What is an output device?

Answer 5

a piece of hardware device that receives information from a computer

Question 6

What is a system software?

Answer 6

it is designed to run a computer’s hardware and application software, and make the computer system available for use. It serves as the interface between hardware, application software, and the user

Question 7

What is a device driver?

Answer 7

a software program that is designed to control a particular hardware device that is attached to a computer.

Question 8

What is a utility software?

Answer 8

a type of system software that helps set up, analyze, configure, strengthen, maintain a computer and performs a very specific task

Question 9

Explain what is a basic file management?

Answer 9

refers to a way to name, save, backup, organize files/folders and keep track of files on a computer.

Question 10

What are the steps for effective file management?

Answer 10

1. Save only relevant documents
2. Use consistent naming
3. Group related documents
4. Separate ongoing from completed work
5. Avoid overloading folders
6. Organize by date
7. Digitize paper documents

Question 11

What are the benefits of a file management system?

Answer 11

1. Better organization
2. Boosted Productivity
3. Version Control
4. Scalability

Question 12

What is a file transfer?

Answer 12

“File transfer is the process of copying or moving a file from one computer to another over a network or internet connection. It enables sharing, transferring or transmitting a file or a logical data object between different users and/or computers both locally and remotely

Question 13

What are the types of Key File Transfer Protocols

Answer 13

1. FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
2. SFTP (Safe File Transfer Protocol)

Question 14

Explain importance of security

Answer 14

Ensuring secure file transfers is essential, especially for businesses dealing with sensitive data. Protocols like SFTP help in maintaining data integrity and confidentiality

Question 15

Explain Scalability and Efficiency

Answer 15

As organizations grow, the volume of data increases, making scalable and efficient file transfer solutions crucial. These systems support managing large amounts of data without compromising on speed or security

Question 16

Enumerate the computer network types

Answer 16

1. LAN (Local Area Network)
2. MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
3. WAN (Wide Area Network)

Question 17

What is a LAN?

Answer 17

connects network devices in such a way that personal computer and workstations can share data, tools and programs. The group of computers and devices are connected together by a switch, or stack of switches, using a private addressing scheme as defined by the TCP/IP protocol. Private addresses are unique in relation to other computers on the local network. Routers are found at the boundary of a LAN, connecting them to the larger WAN.

Question 18

What is a MAN?

Answer 18

Covers a larger area than that of a LAN and a smaller area as compared to WAN. It connects two or more computers that are apart but resides in the same or different cities. It covers a large geographical area and may serve as an ISP (Internet Service Provider). MAN is designed for customers who need high-speed connectivity

Question 19

What is a WAN?

Answer 19

is a computer network that extends overa large geographical area, although it might be confined within the bounds of a state or country. A WAN could be a connection of LAN connecting to other LAN’s via telephone lines and radio waves and may be limited to an enterprise (a corporation or an organization) or accessible to the public. The technology is high speed and relatively expensive

Question 20

Explain network maintenance

Answer 20

A proper network maintenance equates to keeping all aspects of the infrastructure running like a well-oiled machine it provides three critical benefits: Continuous Network Operations, Lower Maintenance costs, and Enhanced Security Posture. IT leaders must recognize this continual care as imperative, not optional.

Question 21

What are the three IT Team Roles in Network Maintenance

Answer 21

1. Network Technicians
2. Network Engineers
3. Network Administrators

Question 22

What is a network technician?

Answer 22

Handle most routine daily, they ensure basic operations

Question 23

What is a network engineer?

Answer 23

Conduct more complex performance optimization, they focus on enhancements

Question 24

What is a network administrator?

Answer 24

Take on big-picture responsibilities. They connect strategic priorities to on-the-ground execution

Question 25

What are the essential network maintenance tasks and best practices for software?

Answer 25

1. Continuous Monitoring and Alerting
2. Regular Data and Config Backup
3. Maintaining a Network Asset Inventory
4. Guarding against Malware and Ransomware

Question 26

What are the essential network maintenance tasks and best practices for hardware?

Answer 26

1. Regular hardware inspections data center management
2. Scheduled preemptive repairs and parts replacement