Take Assessment - DHomesb Chapter 1 - CCNA Discovery: Networking for Home and Small Businesses (Version 4.0)

A user reports that a peripheral device that was installed correctly last week has not been functioning since the PC was booted today. All other PC functions are working properly. What are three things a service technician should do to solve the problem? (Choose three.)

Use the testing functionality on the peripheral itself, if available.
Verify that all cables are connected properly.
Ensure that the peripheral is powered on.

How is a server different from a workstation computer?
The server provides services to clients.

Which three terms describe different types of computers? (Choose three.)

laptop
desktop
mainframe

In newer operating systems, how are system resources assigned by default when components are installed?
 dynamically assigned between the component and the operating system

Why do servers often contain duplicate or redundant parts?
 Servers should be accessible at all times.

What measurement is commonly associated with computer processing speed?
hertz

What are two advantages of purchasing a preassembled computer? (Choose two.)
usually a lower cost
adequate for performing most general applications

A user plans to run multiple applications simultaneously on a computer. Which computer component is essential to accomplish this?
 RAM

Which adapter enables a computer system to exchange information with other systems on a local network?
 network interface card

What is the main storage drive used by servers, desktops, and laptops?
  hard drive

Which component is designed to remove high-voltage spikes and surges from a power line so that they do not damage a computer system?
 CPU
 
What two functions does a UPS provide that a surge protector does not? (Choose two.)
 It provides backup power from an internal battery.
It gives the user time to safely shut down the computer if the power fails.

Which computer component is considered the nerve center of the computer system and is responsible for processing all of the data within the machine?
CPU

What can be used to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD)?
grounding strap

Because of the potentially dangerous voltage levels, which two devices should you not open unless you have been specifically trained to work on them? (Choose two.)
monitor
power supply

Administrators at a multicampus college need access to their schedules wherever the administrators go. Which computing device would be the most appropriate?
PDA

What are two benefits of connecting a laptop computer to a docking station? (Choose two.)
An external monitor can be used.
Alternate connectivity options may be available.

Which two steps should be performed when installing a peripheral device? (Choose two.)
Connect the peripheral using any cable and any available port on the computer.
Test the peripheral on another machine before installing it on the one where it will be used.

Applications can be grouped into general use software or industry specific software. What are two examples of industry specific software? (Choose two.)
 an educational tool
medical practice management software
   
What characteristic of word processing software would make it a local application?
The software is stored on the local hard drive.

How many unique values are possible using a single binary digit?
 16