Mod 8 Quiz

Question 1

What is the limitation of consumer-level 3D printers?

Answer 1

They have a limited build area

Question 2

Which type of file is most likely to be measured in gigabytes (GB)?

Answer 2

Video files

Question 3

What is a key advantage of Solid State Drives (SSDs) over Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

Answer 3

SSDs are faster and last longer.

Question 4

What is the purpose of long-term storage in a computer?

Answer 4

To keep information permanently, even when the computer is turned off

Question 5

What is a square wave in the context of a computer’s clock signal?

Answer 5

A wave that represents binary digits

Question 6

What is one advantage of flash drives?

Answer 6

They are portable and can be easily moved between systems

Question 7

What is the purpose of cache memory in a CPU?

Answer 7

To store frequently used data for quick access

Question 8

Which interface is most commonly used to connect storage to a computer motherboard?

Answer 8

SATA

Question 9

What tool can you use in Windows to test memory?

Answer 9

Windows Memory Diagnostic

Question 10

What type of connection can almost all modern printers use?

Answer 10

USB and Wi-Fi

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of non-persistent storage?

Answer 11

Random Access Memory (RAM)

Question 12

What should you be cautious of when downloading drivers from websites other than the manufacturer’s?

Answer 12

Corrupt software or malware

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of a SAN?

Answer 13

To store and manage files in one location

Question 14

What might you need to do if Windows Update does not find a driver for your hardware?

Answer 14

Obtain the driver from the device manufacturer

Question 15

Which storage unit is the largest?

Answer 15

Petabyte (PB)

Question 16

What is a GPU?

Answer 16

A type of microprocessor used for graphics processing

Question 17

What is the main benefit of ergonomic keyboard designs?

Answer 17

They reduce injuries from repetitive movements.

Question 18

What does hot-swappable mean for USB devices?

Answer 18

You can add or remove them while the system is running.

Question 19

What might you need to do if a device isn’t working properly after using Plug-and-Play?

Answer 19

Check the Windows Device Manager.

Question 20

What is the main goal of Plug-and-Play technology?

Answer 20

To make it easy for users to set up hardware without technical knowledge.

Question 21

What is the main advantage of HDMI over older connections like VGA?

Answer 21

HDMI can carry both audio and video.

Question 22

What is the main reason storage drives are not used instead of RAM for active processes?

Answer 22

They are too slow.

Question 23

What can cause a network’s throughput to slow down?

Answer 23

Retransmissions due to errors

Question 24

Which term describes the small wires that connect the areas of a motherboard?

Answer 24

Bus

Question 25

What are the two main types of printers?

Answer 25

Laser and Inkjet