Question 1

When a computer is new, the operating system writes data in side-by-side clusters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT true about pointing devices?

Accepted Answer

A)  You can replace a mouse without replacing other computer hardware. 
B)  You can purchase and install external touchpads. 
C)  Using a wireless ergonomic mouse reduces clutter and allows for natural hand positions. 
D)  Built-in touchpads on notebooks can be easily replaced or upgraded. 
A)  You can replace a mouse without replacing other computer hardware. 
B)  You can purchase and install external touchpads. 
C)  Using a wireless ergonomic mouse reduces clutter and allows for natural hand positions. 
D)  Built-in touchpads on notebooks can be easily replaced or upgraded. D

Question 3

RAM is made up of small memory chips that form a memory module.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Match between columns
                        Premises: When you clean this type of printer, do not touch anything shiny

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Inkjet and Disk Cleanup and Defragmentation and is...

Question 5

A mouse with a ball is a(n) optical mouse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Disk fragmentation extends disk seek time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

List the three reasons programs create temporary files.When do temporary files exist? What happens when a program is closed? What occurs when programs are closed unexpectedly or the computer loses power? Should one remove temporary files? How?

Accepted Answer

Temporary files are created for the foll

Question 8

____ is a recommended, effective method for cleaning a keyboard.

Accepted Answer

A)  Compressed air 
B)  Turning it upside down and shaking it 
C)  Running it under the faucet 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Compressed air 
B)  Turning it upside down and shaking it 
C)  Running it under the faucet 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

After a file has been deleted from the Recycle Bin, it is possible to restore it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A(n) ____ keyboard allows for a more natural positioning of your arms and hands.

Accepted Answer

A)  wireless 
B)  optical 
C)  touchpad 
D)  ergonomic 
A)  wireless 
B)  optical 
C)  touchpad 
D)  ergonomic

Question 11

As drive space becomes limited, Windows divides data from new files into ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of As drive space becomes limited, Windows divides...

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT true about disk fragmentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  The computer reads the fragmented file as a single valid file. 
B)  Defragmentation works best on read-only disks. 
C)  To read a file, the read-write head has to scan multiple parts of the disk. 
D)  Windows contains a defragmentation utility. 
A)  The computer reads the fragmented file as a single valid file. 
B)  Defragmentation works best on read-only disks. 
C)  To read a file, the read-write head has to scan multiple parts of the disk. 
D)  Windows contains a defragmentation utility.

Question 13

A(n) ____________________ keyboard reduces cable problems and improves mobility.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ keyboard reduces cable problems and...

Question 14

Match between columns
                        Premises: This process reorganizes the contents of a disk

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Fragmentation and Inkjet and Defragmentation and Disk is...

Question 15

A(n) ____________________ is a pointing device that senses the position of your finger and moves the pointer accordingly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is a pointing device that...

Question 16

Temporary files are created for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  To free memory for other programs 
B)  To create a file that will exist after the program has closed 
C)  To act as a safety net to prevent data loss 
D)  To print while the computer is performing other tasks 
A)  To free memory for other programs 
B)  To create a file that will exist after the program has closed 
C)  To act as a safety net to prevent data loss 
D)  To print while the computer is performing other tasks

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT recommended when cleaning a laser printer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use a printer brush to clean the toner opening 
B)  Wipe the transfer roller with a lint-free cloth 
C)  Remove paper fragments 
D)  All of the above are recommended 
A)  Use a printer brush to clean the toner opening 
B)  Wipe the transfer roller with a lint-free cloth 
C)  Remove paper fragments 
D)  All of the above are recommended

Question 18

Some laser printers contain exposed ____________________ wires.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Some laser printers contain exposed ____________________ wires....

Question 19

Small deposits of dry ink accumulate on the print head of a(n) laser printer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

People who break into computer systems are called hackers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Computer Maintenance

When a computer is new, the operating system writes data in side-by-side clusters.

Which of the following is NOT true about pointing devices?

RAM is made up of small memory chips that form a memory module.

A mouse with a ball is a(n) optical mouse.

Disk fragmentation extends disk seek time.

List the three reasons programs create temporary files.When do temporary files exist? What happens when a program is closed? What occurs when programs are closed unexpectedly or the computer loses power? Should one remove temporary files? How?

____ is a recommended, effective method for cleaning a keyboard.

After a file has been deleted from the Recycle Bin, it is possible to restore it.

A(n) ____ keyboard allows for a more natural positioning of your arms and hands.

As drive space becomes limited, Windows divides data from new files into ____________________.

Which of the following is NOT true about disk fragmentation?

A(n) ____________________ keyboard reduces cable problems and improves mobility.

A(n) ____________________ is a pointing device that senses the position of your finger and moves the pointer accordingly.

Temporary files are created for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: ____.

Which of the following is NOT recommended when cleaning a laser printer?

Some laser printers contain exposed ____________________ wires.

Small deposits of dry ink accumulate on the print head of a(n) laser printer.

People who break into computer systems are called hackers.

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