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1Which RAID implementation produces a non-fault tolerant striped set that allows multiple physical disks to be treated as a single volume?
- AZero (0)
- BOne (1)
- CFive (5)
- DTen (10)
2Which of the following is an equivalent term to allocation units, as they relate to hard drive technology?
- ASector
- BCluster
- CCylinder
- DTrack
3What is the primary difference between a conventional hard drive and solid-sate drive (SSD)?
- AThe SSD ensures larger capacities.
- BThe technology behind SSDs reduce the cost per byte.
- CThe SSD has no moving parts.
- DSSDs need no cabling.
4Despite being smaller and less capable than SSDs, which of the following flash-memory formats can be used as a built-in storage solution?
- ASD
- BmicroSD
- CxD
- DeMMC
5What is the capacity of a single layer of DVD-based optical media?
- A700MB
- B4.7GB
- C9.4GB
- D25GB
6Which suffix for CD technology denotes the ability to erase the disc and write to it again multiple times?
- A-ROM
- B-R
- C-RW
- D-RE
7Which of the following storage formats is sequential in nature and most often used during the frequent backup of large quantities of data?
- ALTO
- BSD
- CxD
- DCF
8Which of the following technologies is best for the attachment of external SATA-based drives?
- AUSB
- BFireWire
- CeSATA
- DPATA
9Which of the following is an output voltage of a computer's power supply?
- A-12VDC
- B220VAC
- C-3.3VDC
- D110VDC
10How many pins does a SATA data cable have?
- AFive (5)
- BSeven (7)
- CTen (10)
- DFifteen (15)
11What is the term for the one optimal resolution that an LCD monitor is able to display?
- AWUXGA
- BFixed resolution
- CNative resolution
- DDot pitch
12Which of the following LCD technologies results in the highest quality output?
- APassive matrix
- BDual scan
- CLCD
- DActive matrix
13Which of the following is an advantage that TN displays have over IPS displays?
- ABetter viewing angle
- BLess reaction to being touched
- CLower power and cost
- DBetter color accuracy
14Which video resolution measures 1280 x 1024 pixels
- ASVGA
- BSXGA
- CUXGA
- DWSXGA+
15Which of the following is the aspect ratio of a widescreen resolution?
- A4:3
- B5:4
- C8:6
- D12:9
16Which of the following is a non-adjustable measurement of image quality quoted most commonly for LCD and LED displays?
- AResolution
- BContrast
- CBrightness
- DContrast ratio
17What term is defined as a measure of the total amount of visible light emitted by a source?
- AChroma
- BLux
- CLumen
- DLuma
18Which of the following fixed features of LCD monitors has the greatest impact on the quality of video?
- AScreen size
- BRefresh rate
- CNative resolution
- DContrast ratio
19Which of the following resolutions is not a widescreen ATSC standard?
- A1920 x 1080
- B1280 x 1024
- C1280 x 720
- D704 x 480
20Which video technology features the option of flexible displays?
- ALCD
- BPlasma
- CLED
- DOLED
21Which of the following reasons best explains the rationale behind custom configurations for computer systems?
- AIEEE specifications standadrize specialized systems.
- BSome computers require specialized components
- CUsers prefer to have choices among the components for their computers
- DCertain operating systems require specialized hardware
22Which of the following custom configurations is most likely to result in the most expensive hardware configuration?
- AThick client
- BThin Client
- CVirtualization workstation
- DHome theater PC
23Which of the following is least likely to be needed in a gaming PC?
- APowerful processor
- BMaximized RAM
- CBetter sound and video
- DIncreased cooling
24Which technology specializes in the creation of graphical content for the purpose of fabricating products?
- AHTPC
- BCNC
- CVM
- DCAD/CAM
25Which custom configuration needs to support media streaming?
- AGraphic design workstation
- BGaming PC
- CHome server PC
- DHome theater PC
26Which of the following is true about thin clients?
- AThin clients require fewer components than standard clients
- BThin clients are best implemented as virtual machines
- CThin clients are standard clients with specialized software
- DThin clients require more components than stadard clients.
27Which of the following custom configurations has a chassis with the smallest dimensions?
- AGaming PC
- BHTPC
- CVirtualization workstation
- DThin client
28Which custom configuration is most likely to include a RAID array?
- AGraphic design workstation
- BHome theater PC
- CHome server PC
- DGaming PC
29Dual monitors benefit which custom configuration the most?
- AHome server PC
- BVirtualization workstation
- CThick client
- DAudio/video editing workstation
30Which custom configuration calls for a TV tuner?
- AA/V editing workstation
- BHome server PC
- CGaming PC
- DHTPC
31What devices transfer packets across multiple networks and use tables to store network addresses to determine the best destination?
- AHubs
- BRouters
- CBridges
- DSwitches
32You are going to run a network cable in the space above the drop ceiling in your office. What do you need to use?
- APVC
- BCoaxial
- CPlemun
- DFiber-optic
33What type of cable is immune to electromagnetic or radio-frequency interference?
- ACSMA/CD
- BFiber-optic cabling
- CTwisted-pair cabling
- DBroadband coaxial cabling
34What model describes network protocols?
- ACSMA/CA
- BCSMA/CD
- COSI
- DISO
35What is the list of rules that a firewall uses to make determinations on which traffic to block called?
- ANAT
- BWPA
- CACL
- DSSID
36What is the maximum distance you can run UTP cable?
- A10 meters
- B85 meters
- C100 meters
- D185 meters
37Which of the following is a common connector type for fiber-optic cable?
- AST
- BRJ-45
- CBNC
- DRG-6
38What coaxial cable standard is also known as thicknet?
- ARG-6
- BRJ-11
- CRG-58
- DRG-8
39Pin 1 in the 568B twisted pair cabling standard is what color?
- AWhite/Orange
- BOrange
- CWhite/Green
- DGreen
40What tool would you use to create a twisted pair cable?
- ACable tester
- BMultimeter
- CPunch-down tool
- DCrimper
41Which type of server gives host computers IP configuration information?
- AIP configuration server
- BDomain controller
- CDNS
- DDHCP
42You have a computer with the IPv4 address 163.208.199.8. What class is this address?
- AClass A
- BClass B
- CClass C
- DAPIPA
43What TCP/IP protocol uses port 443?
- AHTTP
- BHTTPS
- CTelnet
- DPOP3
44Which of the following is a nonroutable (Private) IPv4 address?
- A172.35.192.1
- B192.169.32.1
- C192.168.32.1
- D18.172.32.1
45Which of the following operates on port 23?
- ATelnet
- BFTP
- CHTTP
- DHTTPS
46On which port does FTP run by default?
- A21
- B25
- C63
- D89
47Which network service is also known as zero configuration networkings?
- ADNS
- BDHCP
- CAPIPA
- DVPN
48Which of the following IPv4 addresses on your computer could indicate that it was unable to contact the DHCP server on the network?
- A172.16.1.150
- B192.168.1.150
- C168.192.1.150
- D169.254.1.150
49Which of the following is a subnet associated with a class B network?
- A255.0.0.0
- B255.255.252.0
- C255.255.0.0
- D255.255.255.0
50Which subnet mask is the equivalent of the CIDR of /28?
- A255.255.255.192
- B255.255.255.248
- C255.255.255.252
- D255.255.255.240
51For a user with a tight budget, which Internet connection type is likely to be the most economical?
- ADial-up
- BDSL
- CCable
- DSatellite
52Which of the following wireless IEEE standards operates exclusively in the 2.4GHz radio frequency?
- A802.11a
- B802.11
- C802.11d
- D802.11n
53Which of the following Ethernet standards uses milti-mode fiber with a maximum length of 300 meters?
- A10GBaseT
- B10GBaseSR
- C10GBaseER
- D10GBaseLR
54What is the lowest grade of cable required to run 100BaseT?
- AMulti-mode fiber
- BUTP Cat 3
- CUTP Cat 5
- DUTP Cat 5e
55Which wireless encryption standard uses AES?
- ATKIP
- BWEP
- CWPA
- DWPA2
56What QoS service level is described as "excellent load"?
- A2
- B3
- C4
- D6
57You configured an 802.11g network with three overlapping WAPs. What channels should they be set to?
- A1, 6, 11
- B3, 6, 9
- C2, 5, 8
- DAll set to the same channel
58What service translates private IP addresses on your internal network to public IP addresses on the Internet?
- ANAS
- BDNS
- CNAT
- DAPIPA
59What type of network cable would you need to complete a connection of 20 kilometers between sites?
- AMulti-mode fiber
- BSingle-mode fiber
- CStranded fiber
- DUTP Cat-6a
60Which of the following 802.11x standards provides data transmission speed up to 54Mbs in the 2.4GHz range?
- A802.11a
- B802.11b
- C802.11g
- D802.11i
61Which of the following is a primary difference between laptops and desktops?
- ADesktop components must be larger.
- BLaptop components are less expensive.
- CLaptop components need to produce less heat.
- DLaptops are more expandable than desktops.
62Which two of the following are possible pin counts for SODIM modules?
- A30
- B144
- C200
- D168
63Which ExpressCard 1.x mode supports a maximum speed of 2.5 Gbps?
- AUSB 2.0
- BPCIe 1.0 x1
- CUSB 3.0
- DPCIe 2.0 x1
64What should you use with a laptop to avoid frequent insertion and removal of external input and video devices?
- AKVM
- BPort Adapter
- CDocking station
- DPDA
65An autoswitching power adapter for laptops accepts what approximated range of voltages as input?
- A100-240VAC
- B50-60VAC
- C110-120VAC
- D3.3-12VDC
66How many pins does a MicroDIMM memory module have?
- A198
- B172
- C144
- D72
67Which LCD component is responsible for providing brightness?
- ABacklight
- BBackdrop
- CInverter
- DScreen
68What should you do first to remove external devices from your laptop?
- AClick the Safely Remove Hardware icon.
- BClick the Remove Hardware Now icon.
- CUnplug the power to the device, then remove the device.
- DNothing. Just remove the device.
69A laptop has 1GB of installed memory, and uses shared video memory. If the video card is using 256MB, how much is left for the rest of the system?
- A1GB
- B768MB
- C412MB
- DCannot determine
70What type of connector does ExpressCard use?
- A26 pin
- B34 pin
- C54 pin
- D34 and 54 pin
71What screen size typically identifies a computer as a tablet?
- ALarger than 12 inches.
- BBetween 7 and 12 inches.
- CBetween 5 and 7 inches.
- DSmaller than 5 inches.
72What is the name of the European GNSS system?
- AGalileo
- BCopernicus
- CDarwin
- DGPS
73Which type of touch screen uses a stylus?
- AContact
- BPressurized
- CCapacitive
- DResistive
74In the U.S. GPS system, what type of code is used for civilian communication?
- AY code
- BC Code
- CP Code
- DD Code
75Which technology is specifically used on e-readers?
- ATouchscreen
- BElectrophoretic ink
- CLVPS
- DFrame buttons
76Which of the following is NOT a smart watch OS?
- ATizen
- BWatchOS
- CAndroid Wear
- DMicrosoft Watch
77Which type of device will often come with an OHRM?
- ASmart Watch
- BGPS
- CFitness Monitor
- DGlasses and headsets
78How many U.S. GPS satellites must a GPS receiver be in contact with to calculate vertical position?
- ATwo
- BThree
- CFour
- DSix
79Which device is most likely to use NFC?
- AGPS
- BFitness Monitor
- CGlasses or headset
- DSmart Watch
80What is the maximum capacity of a standard microSD card?
- A4GB
- B32GB
- C128GB
- D2TB
81Which printer contains a wheel that looks like a flower with raised letters and symbols on each petal?
- ADot-matrix printer
- BLaser Printer
- CBubble-jet printers
- DDaisy-wheel printer
82What is the correct order of the steps in the EP print process?
- ADeveloping, exposing, processing, transferring, fusing, charging, cleaning.
- BProcessing, charging, exposing, developing, transferring, fusing, cleaning.
- CCharging, exposing, processing, developing, transferring, fusing, cleaning.
- DTransferring, processing, exposing, developing, charging, cleaning, fusing.
83What voltage does the corona wire or corona roller hold?
- A-600VDC
- B+600VDC
- C0VDC
- D-100VDC
84Which type of printers can be used with multipart forms?
- ADot-matrix printers.
- BBubble-jet printers
- CLaser printers
- DThermal printers
85Which voltage is applied to the paper to transfer the toner to the paper in an EP process laser printer?
- A+6000VDC
- B-6000VDC
- C+600VDC
- D-600VDC
86Which printer part gets the toner from the photosensitive drum onto the paper?
- ACorona assembly
- BDrum
- CLaser-scanning assembly
- DFusing assembly
87What is the function of the laser in a laser printer?
- AIt charges the paper so it will attract toner.
- BIt cleans the drum before a page is printed.
- CIt creates an image of the page on the drum.
- DIt heats up the toner so it adheres to the page.
88Which impact printer has a print head that contains a row of pins that are triggered in patterns that form letters and numbers as the print head moves across the paper?
- ALaser printer
- BDot-matrix printer
- CDaisy-wheel printer
- DBubble-jet printer
89Which step of the laser printing process is a laser used to reduce the charge to -100VDC on areas of the photosensitive drum?
- ACleaning
- BCharging
- CWriting
- DDeveloping
90Which laser printer component converts AC current into voltages the printer can use?
- ALVPS
- BHVPS
- CCharging corona
- DDCPS
91Which command is used to determine if another computer is reachable via TCP/IP?
- AIPCONFIG
- BNETSTAT
- CNET USE
- DPING
92What is the name of the service that formats print jobs to get them ready for the printer?
- APrint line
- BPrint queue
- CPrint server
- DPrint spooler
93What causes a laser printer to print vertical black lines on documents?
- AThere is toner on the transfer corona wire.
- BThere is a scratch on the EP drum.
- CThe fuser is not heating properly.
- DThe printer driver is faulty
94Which of the following components in a laser printer is responsible for transferring toner from the drum to the paper?
- ATransport corona
- BTransfer corona
- CFUser
- DDevelopment wire
95What device in a laser printer provides voltages to the corona wires?
- ACorona assembly
- BACPS
- CDCPS
- DHVPS
96On a laser printer, the printed characters on the left side of documents are faint compared to the letters on the right. How can your quickly resolve this problem?
- ABlow the excess dust out of the cartridge.
- BPrint your document backward.
- CUse different paper.
- DShake the toner cartridge.
97Using a multimeter, what reading should you get from pin 9 on a laser printer?
- A+5V
- B-5V
- C+24V
- D-24V
98Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of paper jams in a laser printer?
- AWorn pickup rollers.
- BWorn exit rollers
- CWorn corona wire.
- DPaper that is too moist.
99Which of the following laser printer components are most likely to cause a burn?
- ACorona wire
- BFuser
- CRefuser
- DDrum
100A laptop you are working on has several dead pixels on the display. How can you fix this
- ADegauss the display.
- BReplace the display
- CDelete and reinstall the video driver.
- DDecrease the resolution
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