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Quick Test 3
Question 1
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What is the purpose of a MAC address?
To provide surge protection
To regulate CPU voltage
To convert domain names into IP addresses
To identify a specific device on a network
No Answer
Question 2
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An end-user reports that their computer is experiencing frequent application crashes, and the system becomes unresponsive during these crashes. The technician suspects a software issue. Which of the following troubleshooting steps is most appropriate in this situation?
Update the BIOS firmware.
Check the CPU temperature and cooling system.
Reinstall the operating system.
Run a memory diagnostic test.
No Answer
Question 3
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An organization is planning to upgrade its Windows operating system on all computers from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Which of the following considerations is MOST important to ensure a successful migration?
Licensing costs for Windows 11
Compatibility of existing applications with Windows 11
Training employees on the new operating system
Hardware requirements for Windows 11
No Answer
Question 4
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A network administrator is troubleshooting a network issue where several devices on the same subnet cannot communicate with each other, even though they can access the internet. The administrator checks the subnet mask and confirms it's correct. What is the next step in troubleshooting this issue?
Check the DNS server settings.
Verify that the default gateway is correctly configured.
Check for IP address conflicts.
Update the network drivers on the affected devices.
No Answer
Question 5
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What is the primary function of a UPS?
To regulate CPU voltage
To provide backup power during outages
To provide surge protection
To cool the computer components
No Answer
Question 6
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What is the primary purpose of a KVM switch in a computer setup?
To connect multiple monitors
To protect against power surges
To switch between multiple computers using one set of peripherals
To cool the CPU
No Answer
Question 7
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What is the function of an operating system's registry in a Windows-based computer?
To provide surge protection
To store system settings and configuration information
To manage hardware resources
To browse the internet
No Answer
Question 8
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A company's employees use mobile devices for remote work, and the IT department wants to enhance the security of these devices. Which of the following technologies would be most effective in ensuring that only authorized devices can connect to the corporate network?
Mobile Device Management
Two-Factor Authentication
Bluetooth Low Energy
Wireless Intrusion Detection System
No Answer
Question 9
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What is the primary purpose of a firewall in a computer network?
To prevent unauthorized access and protect against security threats
To store and manage files
To cool the CPU
To increase network speed
No Answer
Question 10
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In a cloud computing environment, which of the following technologies is used to distribute incoming network traffic across multiple virtual machines or instances to ensure high availability and fault tolerance?
Load Balancer
Virtual Private Network
Network Address Translation
Intrusion Detection System
No Answer
Please select an answer before proceeding.