HNS M3: Administer Network and Hardware Peripherals

1. What does a basic desktop computer include in addition to the computing unit?

A. Only a monitor and keyboard B. Only a monitor C. A monitor, keyboard, and mouse D. A scanner and printer

2. Which category of peripherals allows you to feed data into a computer?

A. Input devices B. Output devices C. Storage devices D. Network devices

3. A device like a monitor or a printer is an example of what type of peripheral?

A. Input device B. Output device C. Storage device D. Processing unit

4. What is a secondary storage device?

A. Primary storage that enables permanent data storage B. Volatile storage that is internal to the computer C. A type of computer accessory that is always external D. A non-volatile storage device that is internal or external to the computer

5. The term "peripheral" most precisely means what?

A. An electronic device connected by cable to the CPU B. A device that can be used wirelessly C. A device that is an accessory, not a necessity D. A device that is used to feed data into a computer

6. Which of the following is NOT a reason client reporting is important, as listed in the document?

A. It enables you to regularly interact with your client B. It helps you educate your client on what you do C. It keeps both you and your client accountable D. None of the above

7. What is one of the four main methods of verification mentioned in the document?

A. Inspection B. Interview C. Discussion D. Validation

8. What is a warranty?

A. A type of service agreement that always covers computer parts B. A statement from the seller that a product will work as specified, with a promise to repair or replace if necessary C. A legal document that transfers ownership of a product D. An additional cost for support services

9. A centralized repository for all inventory data in an organization is called what?

A. A purchase order B. A vendor list C. An inventory database D. A packing list

10. What is a benefit of keeping an inventory of computer hardware?

A. It guarantees that you will never have to buy new peripherals B. It simplifies the process of network connection C. It can save the cost of purchasing new peripherals if one is already available D. It automatically updates drivers for all peripherals

11. Which of the following is listed as one of the four main verification methods?

A. Inspection B. Survey C. Interview D. Auditing

12. What form can an inventory take?

A. Only a paper-based list B. Only an electronic spreadsheet C. Only a database D. Paper-based, a spreadsheet, or a database

13. What is the acronym for Occupational Health and Safety?

A. OSHA B. OH&S C. OHS D. OSH

14. What does the acronym LAN stand for?

A. Long Access Network B. Local Area Network C. Logical Access Node D. Light Application Network

15. What does the acronym WAN stand for?

A. Wide Area Network B. Wired Access Network C. Wireless Application Node D. Windows Access Network

16. What is a VPN?

A. A type of local-area network B. A physical network backbone C. A protocol for transferring data D. A programming that creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network

17. The internet is described as what type of network?

A. A global wide area network B. A local-area network C. A peer-to-peer network D. A virtual private network

18. What is a method for connecting peripherals to a computer?

A. Only via a USB port B. Only via a parallel or serial port C. Via USB, serial, parallel, specialized network card, or Ethernet network D. Only via an Ethernet cable

19. What does NIC stand for?

A. Network Information Channel B. Network Interface Card C. Network Internet Connection D. New Interconnect Cable

20. A hardware or software system that is used to separate one computer or network from another is called what?

A. A firewall B. A modem C. A router D. A network switch

21. In a peer-to-peer network, what is the relationship between the computers?

A. There is a central server that manages all resources B. There is a master and several slave computers C. All computers are dependent on a single workstation D. Computers are equal, and each workstation provides access to resources and data

22. What is a GUI (Graphic User Interface)?

A. A graphical representation where users interact with software using icons B. A text-based interface for typing commands C. A type of network protocol D. A form of computer hardware

23. What type of operating system is DOS (Disk Operating System)?

A. A graphical user interface-based operating system B. A command-line-based operating system C. A multitasking operating system D. A network-only operating system

24. What is the purpose of utility software?

A. To create new documents and spreadsheets B. To connect computers to the internet C. To perform specific tasks related to the management of computer functions, resources, or files D. To provide a graphical user interface for the operating system

25. How can you uninstall an application from a computer?

A. By deleting the shortcut from the desktop B. By selecting "Add/Remove Programs" from the Control Panel C. By restarting the computer D. By searching for it in the web browser

HNS Exam: Administer Network and Hardware Peripherals

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