What kind of processor socket fits into Slot 1?
You’ve been working on a motherboard that has a processor socket labeled Slot 1. What kind of processor socket fits into Slot 1?
Which utility helps diagnose system startup?
You’re in the process of troubleshooting a nasty startup problem that happens when the operating system automatically starts applications after login. Which Windows system utility can help troubleshoot system startup details, including individually enabling and disabling every startup application?
What does a clicking sound mean?
One of your computers has hung in the middle of saving a large spreadsheet. When rebooting the PC, the BIOS screen hangs and a clicking noise is heard from inside of the computer. What is the most likely cause of the problem?
What is an advantage of inkjet printing?
Which of these features are advantages of inkjet printing? Pick two.
What is an advantage of using hardware-based RAID?
You’re installing a new server with a RAID array, and you need to decide how to best implement your RAID solution. What is an advantage of using hardware-based RAID over a software-based solution?
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Which motherboard form factor was designed for the techie?
Which motherboard form factor was designed in multiple pieces, making it easy to maintain and replace parts? Hint: In some implementations, the motherboard could be replaced without screws and without removing the outer case! A) ATX B) BTX C) NLX D) microATX E) EIEIO
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Which bus architecture has the highest throughput?
You’d like to upgrade your video card, and you want to use the fastest possible bus architecture. Of these choices, which bus architecture has the highest throughput?
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How much memory is in your computer?
You’re planning to install a new office suite application on a computer, but it requires a minimum of 1 gigabyte of system memory. What’s the best way to determine how much memory Windows XP sees in your computer?
What happens when there’s no upgrade path?
You have a computer running Windows 95 that you’d like to upgrade directly to Windows XP. Unfortunately, there’s no upgrade path to move from Windows 95 to Windows XP. Which of these options the most reasonable to follow?
What’s the best way to monitor long-term throughput?
You’re planning a network upgrade, and to help with sizing your new infrastructure you need to know how much traffic is currently used by your systems. What’s the best way to monitor the network throughput of a file server over a 24-hour period?
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