Question 1

Any operating system can be installed on any computer, regardless of the computer's hardware.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Each operating system has specific hardware requirements and may not be compatible with all computers. For example, an operating system designed for a Mac computer may not work on a Windows PC.

Question 2

The most common slot for peripheral devices used today is a(n)____ slot.
A)PCI
B)ISA
C)AGP
D)DMA

Accepted Answer

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) is the most common slot used for peripheral devices today. It has replaced the older ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) and VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) slots. AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) is a slot specifically used for graphics cards and is not as commonly used as PCI. DMA (Direct Memory Access) is a technique used for data transfer and not a slot for peripheral devices.

Question 3

Almost all USB devices can be attached to the computer while it is on for the operating system to detect and use.

Accepted Answer

Most USB devices are hot-swappable, meaning they can be plugged in and used without shutting down or restarting the computer. However, some devices may require specific drivers to be installed before they can function properly.

Question 4

A Windows utility useful for gaining hardware information regarding the video card and monitor is the ____.
A)System Information tool
B)Computer manual
C)Device Manager
D)Display applet

Accepted Answer

The Display applet in Windows provides detailed hardware information about the video card and monitor, such as the manufacturer, model, and driver version. This information can be useful for troubleshooting display issues or determining if a computer meets the minimum requirements for certain software or games. The other options listed do not specifically provide hardware information about the video card and monitor.

Question 5

____ ports allow a small card to be inserted into the computer with the electronics necessary to provide a certain function.
A)PCMCIA
B)FireWire
C)USB
D)LPT

Accepted Answer

PCMCIA ports (also known as PC Card slots) are designed specifically to allow small cards (PC Cards) to be inserted into a computer in order to provide additional functionality, such as network adapters, sound cards, or storage devices. FireWire, USB, and LPT ports do not have this capability.

Question 6

____ allows a peripheral to bypass the CPU and talk directly with other peripheral components to enhance performance.
A)AGP
B)ISA
C)DMA
D)USB

Accepted Answer

DMA (Direct Memory Access) allows a peripheral device to transfer data directly to or from memory without involving the CPU. This reduces the load on the CPU and improves overall system performance. Options A, B and D are not relevant to this context.

Question 7

The information stored on ____ does not need constant refreshing and can go for short periods without a flow of electricity.
A)SDRAM
B)RDRAM
C)DDR SDRAM
D)SRAM

Accepted Answer

SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) does not need constant refreshing and can retain its information for short periods without a flow of electricity. SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory), RDRAM (Rambus Dynamic Random Access Memory), and DDR SDRAM (Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory) all require constant refreshing and lose their information once power is removed.

Question 8

Keyboards and mice are devices that facilitate user input and direction.

Accepted Answer

Keyboards and mice are two types of input devices that allow users to interact with a computer or other device. Keyboards enable users to type text, perform shortcuts, and provide commands, while mice allow users to point, click, and scroll through content.

Question 9

The ____ stores information for retrieval in a separate computer chip that is connected to the processor via a high-speed link.
A)Level 1 (L1)cache
B)Level 2 (L2)cache
C)Level 3 (L3)cache
D)Control Unit

Accepted Answer

Level 2 (L2) cache stores information for retrieval in a separate computer chip that is connected to the processor via a high-speed link. Level 1 (L1) cache is built directly into the processor and Level 3 (L3) cache is shared among multiple processors. The Control Unit is responsible for managing the computer's processing activities.

Question 10

____ drives use lasers to read reflected light pulses.
A)Hard disk
B)Zip
C)Floppy
D)CD-ROM

Accepted Answer

CD-ROM drives use lasers to read reflected light pulses. Hard disks use magnetic read/write heads to access data, Zip and floppy drives use magnetic storage media.

Question 11

On Linux, a master hard drive connected to the secondary IDE controller would be named ____.
A)hda
B)hdb
C)hdc
D)hdd

Accepted Answer

In Linux, the naming convention for IDE drives is such that the primary master is 'hda', primary slave is 'hdb', secondary master is 'hdc', and secondary slave is 'hdd'. Therefore, a master drive on the secondary IDE controller would be 'hdc'.

Question 12

____ controllers are physically separate from the HDD and are usually attached to the mainboard via slots on the mainboard itself.
A)SCSI
B)ATA
C)Slave
D)IDE

Accepted Answer

SCSI controllers are typically separate from the HDD and are connected to the mainboard via specific slots on the mainboard. ATA, IDE, and Slave controllers are integrated into the hard drive itself.

Question 13

____ is a type of DRAM stick that is used in portable notebook computers and Macintosh systems.
A)DIMM
B)RIMM
C)SIMM
D)SODIMM

Accepted Answer

SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) is specifically designed for use in portable devices, such as notebook computers and Macintosh systems. DIMM, RIMM, and SIMM are larger form factors and not suitable for use in portable devices.

Question 14

Clock speed alone determines the speed at which a processor can work.

Accepted Answer

Clock speed is a factor in determining the speed of a processor, but it is not the only factor. Other factors such as number of cores, cache size, and architecture also play a role in determining the processor's overall speed.

Question 15

____ maintains an information store that can not only be erased and rewritten as a whole, but can also be modified singly, leaving other portions intact.
A)PROM
B)EEPROM
C)SRAM
D)EPROM

Accepted Answer

The description matches that of an EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory), which can be both erased and rewritten as a whole or modified singly, leaving other portions intact. PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) and EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) can be erased and rewritten as a whole, but cannot be modified singly. SRAM (Static Random-Access Memory) is a type of volatile memory and not a type of programmable memory.

Question 16

____ refers to a system in which each processor is given a certain role or set of tasks to complete independently of the other processors.
A)CISC
B)SMP
C)ASMP
D)RISC

Accepted Answer

ASMP (Asymmetric Multiprocessing) refers to a system in which each processor is given a certain role or set of tasks to complete independently of the other processors. This is different from SMP (Symmetric Multiprocessing), in which all processors are equal and can complete any task assigned to them. CISC and RISC refer to different types of instruction set architectures and are not relevant to this question.

Question 17

Greater amounts of ____ memory allow more programs to run simultaneously on the system.
A)PROM
B)ROM
C)RAM
D)BIOS ROM

Accepted Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the type of memory that allows programs to run simultaneously on the system. It is a volatile memory that can be accessed randomly, and its capacity determines how many programs can be run at the same time. PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) and ROM (Read-Only Memory) are non-volatile memories that cannot be written to after manufacture, so they are not suitable for running programs. BIOS ROM (Basic Input/Output System Read-Only Memory) is a type of ROM that contains firmware for the computer's basic functions, but it does not affect the system's ability to run multiple programs simultaneously.

Question 18

Most Intel processors available today are ____-bit processors.
A)8
B)16
C)32
D)64

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most Intel processors available today are ____-bit...

Question 19

The most important software information required before installation is the software packages needed to customize the Linux system to perform certain tasks.

Accepted Answer

Before installation, it is important to know the required software packages to ensure the Linux system is customized properly for its intended tasks.

Question 20

An IEEE 1394 port is also known as a ____ port.
A)COM
B)USB
C)FireWire
D)PS/2

Accepted Answer

IEEE 1394 port is commonly known as a FireWire port, which is a high-speed interface primarily used for connecting devices such as cameras and external hard drives to a computer. It is not a COM, USB, or PS/2 port.

Quiz 2: Preparing for Linux Installation

Any operating system can be installed on any computer, regardless of the computer's hardware.

The most common slot for peripheral devices used today is a(n) ____ slot.

Almost all USB devices can be attached to the computer while it is on for the operating system to detect and use.

A Windows utility useful for gaining hardware information regarding the video card and monitor is the ____.

____ ports allow a small card to be inserted into the computer with the electronics necessary to provide a certain function.

____ allows a peripheral to bypass the CPU and talk directly with other peripheral components to enhance performance.

The information stored on ____ does not need constant refreshing and can go for short periods without a flow of electricity.

Keyboards and mice are devices that facilitate user input and direction.

The ____ stores information for retrieval in a separate computer chip that is connected to the processor via a high-speed link.

____ drives use lasers to read reflected light pulses.

On Linux, a master hard drive connected to the secondary IDE controller would be named ____.

____ controllers are physically separate from the HDD and are usually attached to the mainboard via slots on the mainboard itself.

____ is a type of DRAM stick that is used in portable notebook computers and Macintosh systems.

Clock speed alone determines the speed at which a processor can work.

____ maintains an information store that can not only be erased and rewritten as a whole, but can also be modified singly, leaving other portions intact.

____ refers to a system in which each processor is given a certain role or set of tasks to complete independently of the other processors.

Greater amounts of ____ memory allow more programs to run simultaneously on the system.

Most Intel processors available today are ____-bit processors.

The most important software information required before installation is the software packages needed to customize the Linux system to perform certain tasks.

An IEEE 1394 port is also known as a ____ port.