Practice test #6 Flashcards
Mixed questions
QUESTION NO: 119 A user has finished running the initial operating system setup wizard. Which of the following would be BEST for the user to do next? A. Verify Internet connectivity B. Install productivity software C. Install security software D. Add other user accounts
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 120 Which of the following technologies would allow a user to run multiple operating systems at the same time on a single computer? A. Telepresence B. Cloud-based software C. Virtualization software D. Productivity software
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 121
A user wants to update a driver for additional features. Where would the user find a current
version of the driver from an official source?
A.
Manufacturer’s CD/DVD that came with the computer
B.
Manufacturer’s web site
C.
Internet community support forums
D.
Third-party support web sites
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 122
Which of the following should be done to reduce physical safety hazards around a newly installed
computer?
A.
Verify all connections are seated properly.
B.
Avoid placing other computers nearby.
C.
Bundle loose cables with zip ties or Velcro straps.
D.
Attach all peripherals to the computer
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 123
A user with an outdated operating system is consistently browsing sensitive websites such as
banking, email, and corporate intranets. The Internet browser of choice is one that has already lost
patch support and is not updated anymore. Which of the following actions will remedy this
situation?
A.
Uninstall all unused browser extensions and toolbars to help reduce risks.
B.
Convert the user’s account to an admin level account, to provide better overall security.
C.
Move to an alternate browser that still has consistent security update support.
D.
Install multiple anti-malware and firewall products to harden the computing experience.
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 124 Which of the following connectors is MOST often used to connect a computer to a network? A. RJ-45 B. RJ-11 C. IDE D. eSATA
Answer: A
QUESTION NO: 125 A user is installing a new scanner on a computer. Which of the following MOST likely needs to be installed in order for this equipment to work? A. License key B. OS update C. Firmware D. Driver
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 126 Which of the following software is used to reduce the size of a file or folder? A. Desktop publishing B. Basic database C. Compression D. Anti-malware
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 127 Which of the following is used with a touch screen to increase accuracy? A. Touchpad B. Stylus pen C. Joystick D. Trackball
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 128 Which of the following internal components is used for temporary data storage in a workstation? A. Power supply B. CPU C. RAM D. Hard drive
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 129 Which of the following is used for temporary storage of program data that is cleared when the computer is turned off? A. CPU B. SSD C. Hard drive D. System memory
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 130 Which of the following connectors supports both high definition video and audio? A. S-video B. Component C. HDMI D. DVI
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 131 Which of the following BEST describes malicious software that demands the end-user pay a fee or face the destruction of their files? A. Trojan B. Virus C. Spyware D. Ransomware
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 132
Which of the following should be done to reduce the risk of having sensitive passwords
compromised while browsing the Internet?
A.
Enable software firewalls to block unknown ports
B.
Disable autofill of forms and passwords
C.
Enable screensavers and time-outs on the computer
D.
Use ad-blocking software on the computer
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 133 Which of the following would be the MOST efficient way to transport a file from one location on a local hard drive to a different location on the same hard drive? A. Rename B. Cut C. Move D. Save
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 134
A student wishes to share contacts with another student’s mobile device. Which of the following
would be the easiest method to use? A. Network attached storage B. Bluetooth sharing C. Local hard drive D. Peer-to-Peer network
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 135 When setting up a new desktop, which of the following should be performed FIRST? A. Configure user accounts B. Plug in cables C. Install security software D. Configure wireless network settings
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 136
A user, Joe, wants to install an application on his computer. Which of the following factors should
he be aware of before beginning?
A.
The computer has the proper hard drive drivers installed.
B.
The computer is connected to a secure wireless network.
C.
Check for any updates for the application.
D.
The computer meets the application’s minimum requirements
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 137 Which of the following applications would a user employ to write a business letter? A. Spreadsheet software B. Word processor C. Desktop publishing D. Presentation software
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 138 Which of the following devices transmits and receives printed images over a telephone line? A. Monitor B. Fax C. Scanner D. Webcam
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 139 Which of the following video connections provides the highest resolution? A. USB B. S-video C. HDMI D. VGA
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 140
A user receives an email containing a link. When they hover the mouse over the link, the actual
URL does not match the text in the body of the email and appears to be a string of random
characters. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A.
Forward the email to a friend to ask for advice.
B.
Reply to the sender asking for confirmation that it is safe to open.
C.
Delete the email without clicking on the link.
D.
Click the link because malware protection software is installed on the computer.
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 141 Which of the following is the BEST reason to change a wireless router’s default SSID? A. To make it easier to identify in a location with several routers. B. To make the network feel more personal. C. To make it more difficult to join. D. To make the network secure.
Answer: A
QUESTION NO: 142 A user, Joe, is concerned about the safety of his personal information on a website. Which of the following can Joe look for to ensure that his personal information is not at risk? (Select TWO). A. HTTP on the browser address bar B. Suspicious ads in the browser C. HTTPS on the browser address bar D. A lock symbol on the browser address bar E. The word secure in the browser address bar
Answer: C,D
QUESTION NO: 143 Which of the following data connection types provides the HIGHEST mobility? A. WiFi B. Cellular C. Direct link D. Wired
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 144 Which of the following items require ESD precautions? A. Upgrading to a new touch screen monitor B. Adding a micro SD card to a smartphone C. Installing an compact flash card into a laptop D. Replacing RAM in a personal computer
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 145
Which of the following are reasons to verify backups? (Select TWO).
A.
To create a system image for easy restore
B.
To confirm all selected data was backed up
C.
To diagnose any backup media hardware failure
D.
To determine if backup software needs to be patched
E.
To ensure files can be restored
Answer: B,E
QUESTION NO: 146 A user has just removed a new desktop PC from the box and has plugged in several new peripheral devices. During which of the following steps will the plug and play peripheral devices be installed on the new PC? A. Installing security software B. Powering on for the first time C. Booting the operating system D. Adding additional user accounts
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 147 Which of the following is the BEST method of sharing files within a department? A. Email B. Flash drive C. Network drive D. Instant messaging E. NFC
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 148 When storing a document in the cloud, a user needs to be: A. On a shared drive. B. Using a USB cable. C. Connected to the Internet. D. In airplane mode.
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 149 Which of the following device types is needed within a computer to read information on a CDROM? A. Network card B. Optical drive C. Video card D. Solid state drive
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 150 Which of the following ports can be used to connect an external hard drive to a computer? (Select TWO). A. MIDI B. PS/2 C. eSATA D. RJ-45 E. USB F. RJ-11
Answer: C,E
QUESTION NO: 151 Which of the following is considered an open-source operating system? A. Windows B. Chrome OS C. Mac OS X D. Linux
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 152 A technician wants to keep a router up to date. Which of the following MUST be updated regularly? A. SSID B. Administrator password C. Wireless encryption D. Firmware
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 153 The extension .rtf is an example of which of the following file types? A. Document B. Executable C. Audio D. Speadsheet
Answer: A
QUESTION NO: 154 Which of the following are examples of video connectors? (Select TWO). A. VGA B. Serial C. HDMI D. eSATA E. PS/2
Answer: A,C
QUESTION NO: 155 When setting up a new computer, where does a user change the date and time? A. Peripheral configuration B. Localization settings C. Screen resolution D. eSATA settings
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 156 A user wants to have the latest security patches and bug fixes installed on a computer. Which of the following is the BEST method to achieve this? A. Configure anti-malware updates B. Manually update before each use C. Update every six months D. Schedule automatic updates Answer: D
Answer: D