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1
Which term describes computerswith applications that allow a person to perform diverse tasks, from writing a book
Multipurpose computers
Application computers
Specialized computers
Targeted computers
2
Which phrase best describes the process of asking questions once a person has described a situation?
Sensitivity awareness
Respectful communication
Showing versatility
Getting answers
3
Which tool is generally included in a typical technician toolkit?
Hammer
Crescent wrench
Parts retriever
Measuring tape
4
The first release of Windows 8 had no visible _______________ button on the Desktop (except in the Charms bar).
Start
Shutdown
Internet Explorer
Mail
5
Regarding an onsite accident, what kind of report should detail what happened and where it happened?
Down time
Performance
Formalized
Incident
6
An essential tool in Linux for technicians is the command line, called _______________.
Terminal
Utilities
Kickoff
System Preferences
7
What is the most important thing you should do at the completion of any work?
Ask to be paid.
Document your work.
Get answers.
Get solutions.
8
To show that you are dependable, you should always be _______________.
versatile
reciprocal
on time
adaptable
9
In a Windows system, what would be the preferred download folder for applications for a user named Mike?
C:\Downloads
C:\Users/Downloads
C:\Users/Downloads\Mike
C:\Users\Mike\Downloads
10
You can click the Windows 10 Task View button to create and manage _______________for grouping your open applications.
buttons
multiple desktops
buttons
settings
11
What is Window's 7 default Web browser?
Internet Explorer
Chrome
Firefox
Netscape
12
In Windows 8, which tool enables you to set up hard drives, manage devices, test system performance, and much more?
Administrative Tools
Control Panel
Settings App
System Tools
13
Which command-line tool displays all the files and folders in a specific directory?
display
list
show
dir
14
Which device is a general-purpose computing device?
Apple iPod
Smartphone
Xbox One
Digital watch
15
In Windows 7, what is another name for the notification area that shows programs running in the background?
Control Panel
Taskbar
System tray
Desktop
16
What is an important item to a technician that usually contains a wrench and a Phillips-head screwdriver
Boot bag
FRU box
ZIP tote
Tech toolkit
17
Which device or appliance emits radio waves?
Microwave oven
Toaster
18
In macOS, what launch point provides access to almost all the settings needed to administer a macOS system?
Control Panel
System Preferences
Utilities folder
Administrative Tools
19
How do you show users the error of their ways without creating anger or conflict?
Use techno-babble
Use assertive communication
Use a stern tone of voice
Do their job for them
20
What do antistatic mats and wrist straps use to prevent anti-static charges from racing through devices?
Potential depressors
Resistors
Extractors
Multimeters
21
If someone drops a monitor on her foot. Call the boss and tell them That someone got hurt.
False
True
22
What does the final version of Windows 8.1 use for the default interface?
The Aero Glass
The Dock
The Desktop
The Start screen
23
How many directory structures for program files are created by the 64-bit edition of Windows?
One
Two
Three
Four
24
Which tool enables you to copy any Unicode character into the Clipboard and paste into your document?
Device Manager
Character Map
My Computer
Control Panel
25
The first step of troubleshooting is Identify the Problem.
False
True
26
Which port on the back of a PC's system unit is used for output to a monitor?
NIC
eSATA
PS/2 or mini-DIN
HDMI
27
In macOS, what launch point provides access to the tools needed to perform services on a Mac beyond System Preferences
Control Panel
Utilities folder
Administrative Tools
Command line
28
In Windows 8/8.1, the control panel is the go to source for tech tools.
True
False
29
Which one of the following is not an assertive fact-seeking question?
What did you do to cause the problem?
What applications were running when it locked up?
When did it last work?
Has software or hardware changed recently?
30
What action is always recommended before making any major changes to a critical system?
Test your theory.
Reboot using Low Resolution mode
Add more RAM
Make backups.
31
Windows 10 provides a very powerful command-line interface, called _, which offers a set of command-line utilities
GNOME
PowerShell
Chrome
KDE Plasma
32
Who should you contact if you notice dangerous cables or other hazardous materials at a customer site?
Hazmat
Your boss
MSDS
Building services
33
All KDE-based distros provide everything you need to work on the system from the _______________ menu.
Utilities
Kickoff
Aero
System preferences
34
If a theory is not confirmed during troubleshooting, what is the technician's next step?
Implement the solution
Make changes
Verify full functionality
Establish a new theory or escalate
35
Which term describes an operating system's software parts with which you can interact?
Charms
Desktop
Aero Glass
User interface (UI)
36
What should you avoid learning at all costs?
Responsibility
Customer Passowords
Versitality
Techno-babble
37
In the macOS operating system, what is the background of the main screen called?
The Dock
The Desktop
Unity
The Start screen
38
What are the three major components in a modern computer?
Computer case, central processing unit, and ports
Control Panel, Device Manager, and System Tools
Operating system, data storage, and networking
Hardware, operating system, and applications
39
Which port on the back of a PC's system unit is used for network connection?
eSATA
PS/2 or mini-DIN
HDMI
NIC