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Which notation is a more efficient method to express large numbers?
A. Hexidecimal
B. Binary
C. Octal
D. Decimal
A. Hexidecimal
Convert the decimal number 35 into binary notation?
A. 1000001
B. 100101
C. 11111
D. 100011
D. 100011
Convert the hexidecimal number 16 into a decimal notation.
A. 16
B. 22
C. F
D. 10
B. 22
Convert the binary number 1000000 into decimal notation.
A. 32
B. 40
C. 64
D. 128
C. 64
How many different values can original, non-extended ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) express?
A. 10
B. 26
C. 256
D. 128
D. 128
Which Unicode character encoding standard do must websites use?
A. UTF - 8
B. UTF - 16
C. UTF - 32
D. UTF - 7
A. UTF - 8
How much storage does a character data type use?
A. 1 bit
B. 1 byte
C. 4 bytes
D. 8 bytes
B. 1 byte
What is the proper example of a string definition?
A. “We're so happy to see you!”
B. ‘It’s going to be a great day.’
C. “The sales person said to the customer: “Have a nice day!” and smiled.”
D. “It is polite to say "Thank you"”
D. “It is polite to say "Thank you"”
A package delivery service is working with address information, which contains a house number and a street name. What is the best data type to use for the house number?
A. String
B. Integer
C. Float
D. Char
A. String
A computer program contains a boolean variable. What are the stored values of this variable?
A. FALSE, TRUE
B. “F”, “T”
C. 0, 1
D. “false”, “true”
C. 0,1
What is an advantage of the float data type compared to the integer data type?
A. The float data type consumes less storage.
B. The float data type is not limited to whole numbers.
C. The float data type require less processing time for arithmetic operations.
D. The float data type is a more natural way of expressing numbers in computing systems.
B. The float data type is not limited to whole numbers.
How do the CPU (Central Processing Unit) and storage devices in a computer process data?
A. As characters and strings
B. As integers and decimals
C. As bits and bytes
D. As zeroes and ones
D. As zeroes and ones
What are the four functions which represent most of the ways that data moves through a computer system?
A. Automation, replication, optimization, recovery
B. Typing, editing, copying, printing
C. Input, output, processing, storage
D. Addition, subtraction, division, multiplication
C. Input, output, processing, storage
What is an example of “processing” in a computer system?
A. Data is written to memory and manipulated by the CPU.
B. Data is written to hard disk for later retrieval.
C. Data is entered by the user through a scanner.
D. Data is displayed on the monitor and printed out on paper.
A. Data is written to memory and manipulated by the CPU.
Why is it important to write data to a storage device, such as a hard disk?
A. Data stored in system memory is only preserved while the computer is powered on.
B. Data is available for processing only when it’s on a storage device.
C. Data stored in system cannot be shown to the user.
D. Data on a storage device uses less space than when it’s in system memory.
A. Data stored in system memory is only preserved while the computer is powered on.
What is an example of an output device?
A. Digital camera
B. keyboard
C. Loudspeaker
D. Optical Disk
C. Loudspeaker
Why is it important to protect computer data?
A. Computer data is not intended to be shared.
B. Computer data is difficult to collect.
C. Computer data is confidential.
D. Computer data is an asset.
D. Computer data is an asset.
Data encryption, firewalls, and backups are examples of what?
A. Security controls
B. Data breach
C. Data capture
D. Intellectual property
A. Security controls
Which term refers to technologies that help ensure data is available in the event of hardware failure?
A. Data exfiltration
B. Access control system
C. Fault tolerance
D. Data capture
C. Fault tolerance
What should a company that’s trying to promote its goods and services have on its name and/or logo to protect it from imitators?
A. Copyright
B. Patent
C. Trademark
D. Firewall
C. Trademark
What is a key difference between copyright and a patent?
A. Patents are granted automatically, but a copyright must be applied for and registered.
B. Copyright protection happens automatically, but a patent must be applied for and registered.
C. Copyright is valid for a limited time only, but a patent is granted on a permanent basis.
D. Patents are registered for a limited time only, but copyright protection is permanent.
B. Copyright protection happens automatically, but a patent must be applied for and registered.
What is a downside to digital products?
A. Digital products are easy to copy and steal.
B. Digital products are limited to software and computer games.
C. Digital products have a high distribution costs.
D. Digital products are of low quality.
A. Digital products are easy to copy and steal.
The information layer of data analytics requires software to perform which function?
A. Meaningful reporting
B. Data storage
C. Data collection
D. Data correlation
D. Data correlation
What is the basic unit of computer data?
A. Byte
B. KB
C. Bit
D. MB
C. Bit
What does 5 GB (GigaBytes) memory mean in the context of the Microsoft Windows operating system?
A. 5000 MB
B. 5120 MB
C. 5210 MB
D. 5000000 MB
B. 5120 MB
Which of the following represents the largest amount of storage capacity?
A. 5 PB
B. 2500000000 MB
C. 3000000 GB
D. 10000 TB
D. 10000 TB
What does bps measure?
A. Throughput rate
B. HDD performance
C. Display resolution
D. Processing speed
A. Throughput rate
Arrange the following values in increasing speed (slowest to fastest):
A. Kbps, Gbps, Mbps, Tbps
B. Tbps, Gbps, Mbps, Kbps
C. Kbps, Mbps, Gbps, Tbps
D. Mbps, Gbps, Tbps, Kbps
C. Kbps, Mbps, Gbps, Tbps
Which of the following measure their data transfer capacity in Mbps (megabits per second)?
A. Older computer peripheral interfaces
B. Wireless networks
C. Latest PC bus standards
D. Data center telecommunications links
B. Wireless networks
What is the term for the processing speed of 1 billion cycles per second?
A. GBps
B. Bps
C. MHz
D. GHz
D. GHz
Which of the following uses MHz (Megahertz) to measure their speed?
A. Older PC bus interfaces
B. Modern computer processors
C. Wireless technologies
D. Bluetooth
A. Older PC bus interfaces
Which of the following best describes their capacity in petabytes?
A. Storage networks
B. Hard disk drives
C. Cloud systems
D. Tape drives
C. Cloud systems
The first step in the troubleshooting process is to identify the problem. What are some of the components of this step?
A. Research symptoms; consider multiple approaches.
B. Duplicate the problem; determine if anything has changed.
C. Approach multiple problems individually; divide and conquer.
D. Question users; document findings.
B. Duplicate the problem; determine if anything has changed.
What is the second step in CompTIA’s troubleshooting model?
A. Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem.
B. Establish a theory of probable cause.
C. Identify symptoms.
D. Research knowledge base/Internet, if applicable.
D. Research knowledge base/Internet, if applicable.
CompTIA’s troubleshooting model includes having to establish a theory of probably cause. What is one of the components of this step?
A. Question the obvious.
B. Question users.
C. Question the Internet.
D. Question the theory.
A. Question the obvious.
The person reporting a problem is likely to be the main source of information about it. However, if this is insufficient to successfully troubleshoot, what is a good next step to take?
A. Escalate the problem.
B. Use a product Knowledge Base.
C. View log files.
D. Suggest workarounds.
C. View log files.
What is the end result of the iterative process of establishing and testing a theory while troubleshooting?
A. Resolve the problem
B. Establish a root cause for the problem.
C. Ensure that the problem is never repeated.
D. Identify the person responsible for creating the problem.
B. Establish a root cause for the problem.
An essential part of troubleshooting is to establish a plan of action to eliminate the root cause without destabilizing some other part of the system. What needs to be in the plan of action?
A. Recommendations for a workaround
B. Cost analysis of resolving the problem vs. ignoring it
C. Details outlining every occurrence of the problem
D. Steps required to implement the solution
D. Steps required to implement the solution
What is the last step in the CompTIA’s troubleshooting model?
A. Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem.
B. Implement preventive measure.
C. Verify full system functionality.
D. Document lessons learned, actions, and outcomes.
D. Document lessons learned, actions, and out comes.
Which USB (Universal Serial Bus) version first introduced a SuperSpeed mode?
A. USB 3.0
B. USB 1.1
C. USB 2.0
D. USB 3.1
A. USB 3.0
What uses the same physical interface as MiniDP (mini DisplayPort format)?
A. Mini HDMI
B. DisplayPort
C. Thunderbolt
D. Micro HDMI
C. Thunderbolt
What type of connector does Thunderbolt 3 uses?
A. USB-B
B. USB-C
C. DVI-D
D. HDMI
B. USB-C
Besides Video Graphics Array (VGA), what graphic device interface supports analog equipment?
A. DisplayPort
B. HDMI
C. DVI-D
D. DVI-I
D. DVI-I
What is the maximum transfer rate for the Firewire standard which uses 6-pin “alpha” connectors and cabling?
A. 400 Mbps
B. 600 Mbps
C. 800 Mbps
D. 1 Gbps
A. 400 Mbps
Radio Frequency ID (RFID) is a means of tagging and tracking objects using specially-encoded tags. What is a peer-to-peer version of RFID?
A. NAS
B. NIC
C. NFC
D. NID
C. NFC
A bluetooth device is set up by “pairing” or “bonding” the device with the computer. To do this, the devices need to be put into what mode?
A. Work
B. Wireless
C. Discoverable
D. Public
C. Discoverable
What port does and Ethernet network adapter use?
A. RJ-11
B. RJ-45
C. USB-A
D. USB-B
B. RJ-45
An office computer needs a new keyboard and mouse. Before ordering them. the assistant should check which ports are available, to decide which style to purchase. Which port is NOT part of the consideration?
A. Bluetooth
B. USB
C. PS/2
D. HDMI
D. HDMI
An older digital camera without wireless networking support is malfunctioning, so the photos need to be backed up to the computer. Which port on the computer can the camera owner use?
A. USB
B. HDMI
C. Pink 3.5mm jack
D. Black 3.5mm jack
A. USB
A new scanner is purchased for the office, and the technician is using a disk with driver software instead of Plug-and-Play. What is the most likely reason?
A. The scanner is wireless and therefore does not qualify for Plug-and-Play.
B. The technician does not have enough expertise to use Plug-and-Play
C. Plug-and-Play installation did not work for this scanner model.
D. The computer is running Windows 7, which does not have Plug-and-Play.
C. Plug-and-Play installation did not work for the scanner model.
A student is replacing an old computer with a new one, with the help of an external hard drive to transfer the contents of the old computer. The external hard drive arrives with an enclosure. What is the purpose of the enclosure?
A. The enclosure converts the external hard drive into internal.
B. The enclosure provides ports to connect the drive to the computer.
C. The enclosure converts a 2.5” portable drive into the 3.5” desktop standard.
D. The enclosure protects the fragile drive from water damage.
B. The enclosure provides ports to connect the drive to the computer.
An office building is using a Wi-Fi access point. The computer used to configure the access point’s device options is located on the other side of the building. What does a technician need to make it work?
A. Move the access point closer to the computer
B. Move the computer closer to the access point
C. A longer cable to connect the computer to the access point
D. IP address of the web configuration page
D. IP address of the web configuration page
What does the motherboard determine about a desktop computer?
A. Upgrade potential
B. Width and height
C. Lifespan
D. Price
A. Upgrade potential
What kind of computer firmware provides support for mouse operation at boot?
A. CMOS
B. BIOS
C. UEFI
D. DOS
C. UEFI
What does a PC (personal computer) need more of to open more programs simultaneously and work on large files more efficiently?
A. HDD
B. RAM
C. SSD
D. CPU
B. RAM
Which device is likely to use ARM (Advanced RISC Machine) CPU (Central Processing Unit)?
A. iMac
B. IBM PC
C. Laptop
D. Tablet
D. Tablet
What is true regarding a 32-bit vs. a 64-bit CPU (Central Processing Unit)?
A. A 64-bit CPU can run a 32-bit OS.
B. A 32-bit CPU can run a 64-bit OS.
C. All smartphones use a 32-bit CPU.
D. All tablets use a 64-bit CPU.
A. A 64-bit CPU can run a 32-bit OS.
A laptop built a year ago is likely to have which CPU (Central Processing Unit)?
A. 16-bit
B. 32-bit
C. 64-bit
D. 128-bit
C. 64-bit
Which is a true statement about a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)?
A. Computers used primarily for gaming require a GPU in place of a CPU.
B. GPU works with the CPU to handle complex high-resolution images.
C. GPU must be on its own graphics card.
D. GPU uses analog signals
B. GPU works with the CPU to handle complex high-resolution images.
Why do laptops use a heat spreader instead of heatsinks in their cooling systems?
A. Heatsinks are filled with liquid and not conducive to laptop mobility.
B. Heatsinks require a lot of extra electricity to run.
C. Heatsinks are too expensive and reserved for high-end systems.
D. Heatsinks are bulky objects with a lot of height.
D. Heatsinks are bulky objects with a lot of height.
What is the main purpose of NIC (Network Interface Card) expansion card?
A. To provide additional NICs to servers on a wired business network
B. To allow workstation computers to connect to the network.
C. To replace the outdated NIC on the motherboard
D. To serve as a faster alternative to the onboard NIC.
A. To provide additional NICs to servers on a wired business network
What is the fastest downlink speed that the typical cable Internet service providers offer to their customers?
A. 24 Mbps
B. 1.2 Gbps
C. 100 Mbps
D. 52 Mbps
C. 100 Mbps
Why would a business choose satellite service instead of DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)?
A. Satellite connection is more reliable.
B. Satellite systems provide bigger area of coverage.
C. Satellite connection is faster.
D. Satellite service requires no special installation.
B. Satellite system provide bigger area of coverage.
Which wireless Internet service does a computer use when it connects by tethering?
A. Satellite
B. Radio frequency
C. Wi-fi
D. Cellular radio
D. Cellular radio
What storage technology do SSDs (Solid State Drives) use?
A. Flash memory
B. Spinning disk
C. Magnetic tape
D. Optical drive
A. Flash memory
What is the bandwidth available to the memory controller, MBps (megabytes per second), if the SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory) bus is running at 100 MHz (megahertz)?
A. 100
B. 6400
C. 800
D. 1600
C. 800
What is the advantage of DAS (Direct Attached Storage) over NAS (Network Attached Storage)?
A. DAS is easier to upgrade
B. DAS is less expensive.
C. DAS provides more flexibility to the user.
D. DAS is more convenient when using multiple devices.
B. DAS is less expensive.