Core 1: Laptop Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following laptop features allows users to overcome keyboard size restrictions?

  • Touchpad
  • Numeric keypad
  • Fn key
  • Digitizer
A

Fn key

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2
Q

Which of the following is a type of internal hard drive used in laptop computers? (Select all that apply)

  • Flash drives
  • SSHDs
  • USB drives
  • Magnetic disks
  • SSDs
A
  • SSHDs
  • Magnetic disks
  • SSDs
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3
Q

Which type of internal laptop hard drive combines high performance and capacity at a relatively low device cost?

  • SSD
  • Flash drive
  • Magnetic drive
  • USB drive
  • SSHD
A

SSHD

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4
Q

Which of the following sizes is the most common magnetic hard disk drive form factor used in laptops?

  • 3.5 inch
  • 5.25 inch
  • 1.8 inch
  • 2.5 inch
A

2.5 inch

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5
Q

Which of the following are SSD form factors used in laptop computers? (Select 2 answers)

  • 1.5 inch
  • 5.25 inch
  • 1.8 inch
  • 2.5 inch
  • 1.3 inch
A
  • 1.8 inch

- 2.5 inch

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6
Q

Which of the following memory module form factors are used in laptop computers? (Select 2 answers)

  • SODIMM
  • ECC RAM
  • DIMM
  • MicroDIMM
  • C-RIMM
A
  • SODIMM

- MicroDIMM

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7
Q

What is the function of a laptop’s smart card reader?

  • Storage expansion
  • Access control
  • Theft prevention
  • Data encryption
A

Access control

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8
Q

Due to size restrictions and the compact nature of laptop devices, this type of storage media has become less commonly found on new laptops.

  • Flash drives
  • Optical drives
  • Solid-state drives
  • Magnetic drives
A

Optical drives

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9
Q

A laptop’s Bluetooth module enables communication over:

  • WWAN
  • VLAN
  • WLAN
  • WPAN
A

WPAN

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10
Q

Due to the compact nature of laptop devices, all laptop GPUs come in the form of CPU-integrated graphics.

True or False?

A

false

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11
Q

A type of laptop expansion slot characterized by a much smaller form factor when compared to its desktop counterpart is known as:

  • mITX
  • MicroSD
  • mini PCIe
  • PCI-X
A

mini PCIe

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12
Q

What type of power jack can be found on a laptop case?

  • AC
  • PFC
  • DC
  • A/V
A

DC

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13
Q

What is the most common battery type that can be found in modern portable devices?

  • Alkaline
  • Nickel–metal hydride
  • Lithium-ion
  • Nickel-cadmium
A

Lithium-ion

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14
Q

Which of the following is the name of a laptop component that functions as a pointing device?

  • Fn key
  • Touchpad
  • Mouse
  • KVM switch
A

Touchpad

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15
Q

Which of the following hardware components is the most difficult to replace on a laptop computer?

  • Optical drive
  • Primary storage
  • System board
  • Integrated GPU
  • Secondary storage
A

Integrated GPU

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16
Q

Which of the following describes the display technology most commonly used in modern laptops?

  • LCD
  • OLED
  • Plasma
  • CRT
A

LCD

17
Q

A type of backlight technology most commonly used in modern laptop devices is called:

  • CCFL
  • CRT
  • OLED
  • LED
A

LED

18
Q

Which of the following describes the location of a laptop Wi-Fi antenna?

  • On the WLAN module
  • Near the top, inside display case
  • Inside laptop’s case
  • Typically attached via external expansion port
A

-Near the top, inside display case

19
Q

Which of the following describes the function of a laptop inverter? (Select 2 answers)

  • Converts AC power into DC power
  • Supplies voltage to backlights in older types of LCD panels
  • Converts DC power into AC power
  • Supplies voltage to backlights in OLED displays
A
  • Supplies voltage to backlights in older types of LCD panels
  • Converts DC power into AC power
20
Q

A portion of a laptop’s keyboard consists of special function keys, i.e. keys that allow to control additional displays, volume settings, or screen brightness. The functionality offered by such keys can be activated by pressing and holding the:

  • Win key
  • Fn key
  • Ctrl key
  • Alt key
A

Fn key

21
Q

Docking stations:

  • Offer identical features as port replicators
  • Provide additional interfaces for smaller mobile devices, such as tablets or smartphones
  • Usually offer additional ports and capabilities compared to port replicators
  • Typically offer less ports and capabilities than port replicators
A

Usually offer additional ports and capabilities compared to port replicators

22
Q

Which of the following physical security controls provide protection against laptop theft? (Select 2 answers)

  • Encryption
  • Cable lock
  • LoJack for laptops
  • Smart card reader
  • Laptop lock
A
  • Cable lock

- Laptop lock