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Computer Basics - Part 5
Computer Basics - Part 5
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What is the difference between SATA and NVMe interfaces for storage devices?
SATA is wireless, while NVMe is wired
NVMe uses PCIe lanes for higher speed
NVMe is only used for optical drives
SATA is faster than NVMe
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What is the difference between a full backup and an incremental backup?
Full backup copies all files, while incremental copies only changed files
Incremental backup takes longer than full backup
Full backup is less secure than incremental backup
Incremental backup creates a new image of the system
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What is the difference between a virus and malware?
A virus is a type of malware
Viruses cannot spread, but malware can
Malware is harmless, while viruses are dangerous
Malware is a program, while a virus is a file
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Name three common file systems used in Windows operating systems.
HFS+, APFS, ext4
ZFS, Btrfs, XFS
NTFS, FAT32, exFAT
ISO, BIN, CUE
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What is the purpose of DHCP in a network?
To assign IP addresses dynamically
To route traffic between networks
To encrypt data
To monitor network activity
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What is the difference between a 32-bit and 64-bit operating system?
32-bit OS supports more applications
32-bit OS is faster than 64-bit OS
64-bit OS can handle larger amounts of RAM
64-bit OS is only used for gaming
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Which type of RAM is commonly used in modern desktop computers?
DDR3
SDRAM
RDRAM
DDR5
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What is the purpose of a heatsink on a CPU?
To increase processing power
To provide additional storage
To store temporary data
To cool the CPU by dissipating heat
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What is the purpose of a virtual machine (VM)?
To improve processor speed
To run multiple operating systems on one physical machine
To enhance graphics performance
To increase storage capacity
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What is the difference between TCP and UDP?
TCP is used only for local networks
UDP is slower than TCP
TCP is connection-oriented, while UDP is connectionless
UDP is more reliable than TCP
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What is the role of a power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?
To convert AC to DC power
To store data
To process information
To connect peripherals
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What is the purpose of a firewall in a networked environment?
To store data securely
To speed up internet connections
To encrypt files
To monitor and block unauthorized access
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What is the purpose of a MAC address?
To assign IP addresses
To encrypt data
To monitor network traffic
To uniquely identify a network interface card
14
What is the command to check disk space in Windows Command Prompt?
wmic logicaldisk get size,freespace,caption
dir
diskpart
chkdsk
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What is the default gateway in a network?
A security protocol
The router that connects the local network to the internet
A device that stores user data
A backup server
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What is the difference between an SSD and an HDD?
HDDs are more expensive than SSDs
SSDs are faster and have no moving parts
SSDs use spinning disks, while HDDs use flash memory
SSDs are used only for external storage
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Name three types of storage drives used in computers.
SATA, PCIe, M.2
SSD, HDD, USB Flash Drive
Floppy Disk, Tape Drive, Optical Drive
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Blu-ray
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What is the function of a GPU in a computer system?
To process graphics and visual data
To manage network connections
To control input devices
To store user files
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What is the difference between a wired and wireless network?
Wireless networks are faster than wired networks
Wired networks use cables, while wireless networks use radio waves
Wireless networks require a modem
Wired networks are less secure than wireless networks
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What is the purpose of a subnet mask?
To monitor network traffic
To assign IP addresses
To divide a network into smaller subnets
To encrypt data
21
What is the difference between a router and a switch?
A switch is used for wireless connections
A switch assigns IP addresses
A router connects networks, while a switch connects devices within a networ
A router is only used for dial-up connections
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What is the difference between a static IP address and a dynamic IP address?
Static IP addresses are used only for local networks
Static IP addresses change frequently, while dynamic IP address remain same
Dynamic IP addresses are more secure than static IP addresses
Static IP addresses are assigned manually, while dynamic IP addres Auto
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What is the difference between WPA2 and WPA3 encryption protocols?
WPA3 offers stronger security features than WPA2
WPA3 is only used for wired networks
WPA2 is faster than WPA3
WPA2 is more secure than WPA3
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What is the purpose of a driver in an operating system?
To encrypt data
To allow hardware to communicate with the OS
To create backups
To manage user accounts
25
How do you identify a PCIe slot on a motherboard?
It is the smallest slot on the motherboard
It is color-coded red
It is the largest slot on the motherboard
It is usually located near the CPU socket
26
What is the primary function of the BIOS/UEFI in a computer system?
To manage the operating system
To initialize hardware components during boot
To store user data
To act as a firewall
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What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv6 has a larger address space than IPv4
IPv4 is used only for local networks
IPv4 is wireless, while IPv6 is wired
IPv6 is slower than IPv4
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What is the command to check network connections in Windows Command Prompt?
netstat
ping
tracert
ipconfig
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What is the purpose of DNS in a network?
To encrypt data
To monitor bandwidth usage
To assign IP addresses
To translate domain names into IP addresses
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What is the difference between DDR3 and DDR4 memory?
DDR4 uses parallel processing
DDR3 is faster than DDR4
DDR3 is more energy-efficient
DDR4 has higher clock speeds and lower voltage
