Module 3 : Computer Hardware

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Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse

A desktop computer

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Blu-ray discs

Surya's computer monitor display does not seem to work despite repeated attempts to fix the issue. Which of the following is most likely to be causing display problems?

Faulty power or video cable

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?

He should make sure to bring a tablet.

What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints? (

Plotter

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?

Projector

If you want to share a document for others to view and edit, which of the following should you do?

Save the document to OneDrive

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

Speed at which the processor executes instructions

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

True

It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.

True

Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.

True

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Turn off the computer and remove its power source.

What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content?

Voice synthesizer

In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor

desktop computer

Which of the follwing tells your computer how to connect to devices you might connect

device manager

Flash memeory is a type of volatile memory

false

Plotters are small, lightweight printers that easily can be connected to mobile devices

false

Uniterruptable power supplies and surge suppressors will help protect your computer from power outages

false

Under which of the following circumstances might you be most likely to contract a professional to repair your computer or mobile device

screen is broken

All of the following are pointing devices except

touchpointer

IN general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and brwose the web

true

In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character

true

The speed at which data travels on a bus is referred to as the word size

true

Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed

true

Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware?

He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.

If you are ecperiencing display problems ou your computer, which of the following troubleshooting techniques might you atttampt first

check to see that all calbes are properly connected

which of the following storage devices requires an intenrnet connection

cloud storage

What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer?

A faulty port

What determines the speed at which data travels?

Bus width

All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers.

False

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Internal hard drive

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?

Plug-and-play devices

Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.

False


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