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1
Which network topology is this
Tree
Mesh
Peer to Peer
Client Server
2
Which of the following is not a characteristic of cloud storage
Increases energy consumption by the client
Can be off premises storage
Data storage is outsourced
Data may travel over an increased number of networks
3
Why might database software be chosen over spreadsheet software (SS)
SS cannot sort data alphabetically
SS cannot sort data into number order
SS cannot store atomised data in related tables
SS cannot create graphs from data
4
A pro photographer uses virtual storage, which best describes why he makes this choice
VS does not require specialist software
VS makes use of no layers of virtualisation
VS requires less technical understanding than traditional
VS can be easier to back up than traditional
5
Which of these is a biometric security method
RFID
Token
Iris
Password
6
Convert the hexadecimal number 77 to decimal
7
112
191
119
7
QTE send payslips by email. Which answer best describes why it is encrypted
So that it may not be read if intercepted
So that the employee knows it is genuine
So the sender gets a read receipt
So it can't be intercepted
8
Which of the following would not be a suitable activity to complete on a satellite network
To send an email from a remote location
To play a real time strategy game
To view a website from within a school building
To live broadcast from a natural disaster
9
Which of these is not a wireless technology
Laser
Bluetooth
Fibre
Infrared
10
Which of the following would be the most appropriate dress for an interview - sales manager
Smart casual
Jeans and T-Shirt
Chinos with polo shirt
Business suit
11
Which of the following networks is least likely to be connected to the PSTN
A secure telephone in a military base
A nationwide telephone network
A mobile phone network
A telephone network allowing communication across buildings
12
Which of the following explains why organisations choose fibre rather than copper
Fibre isn't affected by electromagnetic interference
Fibre optic networks are cheaper to create
Fibre optic networks don't require switches
fibre optic signals suffer from more attenuation
13
Which device is needed to connect a computer to an ADSL line
Modem
Switch
Hub
Router
14
Which of these are examples of whistle blowing
Telling a manager about something another employee did wrong
Informing a manager that a backup has not been done
Sharing your computer password with a colleague
Talking about something that happened at home
15
Which protocol is used to transfer email from server to server
SMTP
FTP
POP
SNMP
16
Which of these is not an advantage to the employee of completing company training
Will learn new skills
Potential for higher earnings
Improved job prospects
Will need effort on behalf of the employee
17
Which of the following is a protocol used by a web server to deliver a webpage
HTML
HTTP
SMTP
ICMP
18
Which of the following groups has control of content of a website hosted on a virtual server
The Data Commissioner
Server manufacturing staff
Members of the public
The owner of the website
19
Which one of the following is a function of a modem
Connects together 2 virtual networks
Authenticates user logons
Controls the flow of data around a network
Converts digital signals into analogue signals
20
Why might a bank create a WAN
To improve speed of SMS messaging
To host their own website
To raise revenue by charging for their leased line
To allow secure communication between branches
21
Which of these items is ordered correctly, smallest to largest
giga, kilo, mega, tera
kilo, giga, mega, tera
kilo, mega, giga, tera
tera, giga, kilo, mega
22
Which of the following is a function of a WAP
Scans for devices within range
Converts data into digital format
Converts data into binary format
Provides a bridge between wireless and wired networks
23
Which of the following best describes the purpose of utility software
To allow multiple users to use a computer
To allow the user to manage contacts
To allow the user to maintain a computer
To allow the user to manage utility bills
24
Which of the following features is not commonly available in presentation software
Data sorting
User interaction
Graphics
Video
25
Convert 66 in decimal to 8 bit binary
01000010
10001000
10111101
01000000
26
Which of the following would not be an appropriate use of SMS by a business
To distribute a new social media policy amongst staff
To inform clients of a forthcoming invite only sales event
To remind a client of an appointment
To confirm a booking
27
Which of the following legislation applies to the safe disposal of electronic equipment
Hazardous Waste Regulations
The Waste electrical and electronic equipment regulations
The sale of goods act
The computer misuse act
28
Which is the most suitable method to tender resignation
Text message
Social networking post
Letter
Video Chat
29
How many numbers in 1 kibibit
1024
2000
1000
2048
30
Which of the following is not a feature of token ring technology
Needs additional hardware and software to allow direct cable
Supports direct cable connections between 2 network cards
Tokens are 3 bytes in length
Empty frames are circulated on the LAN
31
Which of these is an advantage of a teleconference
Can hear how something is said
Can see visual clues
Can send documents electronically
Can remove communication barriers
32
Which is the best description of a computer virus
A self replicating file that installs itself without consent
An infected file
AN ATTEMPT TO STEAL DATA FROM A USERS COMPUTER
An attempt to deny user access to a computer system
33
Which of the following is not a function of the Sales Ordering Process SOP
Reviewing a sales order
Approval of the finance terms for an order
Initiation of the sales process
Obtaining all information about a sales order
34
A surgery has a a health and safety policy, which one would not be on it
Advice on avoiding injury when using a computer
Advice on who to contact with a question
Advice on how to maintain equipment
Advice on how to maintain fitness levels
35
Convert the decimal number 187 to 8 bit binary
1011 1101
1110 1100
011 0010
1011 1011
36
Which of these does not need configuring to allow a device to communicate on the internet
DNS server
Default gateway
Subnet mask
IP address
37
Which of the following is not an example of staying safe online
Using complex passwords
Leaving security settings at default public level
Withholding personal details from a chatroom
Preventing web browsers from remembering login details
38
Which of these is not a function of an operating system
Checking memory before the device boots
Displaying data on screen
Memory management
Handling what has been typed in on a keyboard
39
Convert 100 in decimal to hexadecimal
24
25
65
64
40
Which topology is shown in the diagram
Bus
Mesh
Ring
Star
41
Which of the following items are part of a hypervisor server system
A host machine and a guest machine
A guest machine running a set of virtual operating systems
A sub-host machine and a super-host machine
A host machine and a super-host machine
42
Which of these is not a characteristic of a token ring network
Token moves one way around the ring
Token moves between devices in random order
Every device on network inspects the token
Device must seize token to communicate
43
Why would a company choose to distribute a cut down version of its VOIP software
To encourage software engineers to develop their programme
To discourage sales of the full programme
To encourage users to buy the full programme
To avoid copyright issues
44
Which of the following may be an indication of an ineffective CRM process
Increased sales
Increased customer loyalty
Increased customer base
Increased customer complaints
