Question 1

Nate needs to back up the data on his computer. One of the first things Nate needs to decide before backing up his data is ______.
A) the type of backup to create
B) how much time the backup will take
C) how much space is available on his hard drive
D) what he should name his backup file

Accepted Answer

Before backing up data, Nate needs to decide the type of backup he wants to create. This could include full backups (copying all data), incremental backups (copying only new or changed data since the last backup), or differential backups (copying all new data since the last full backup). This decision will impact the amount of time and space required for the backup process.

Question 2

In some cases, when a backup file becomes too large, you can select the _____ feature to use more than one drive to store the file.
A) encryption
B) verification
C) media spanning
D) overflow

Accepted Answer

When a backup file becomes too large to fit onto a single drive, media spanning allows for the use of multiple drives to store the file. This splits the backup file into segments, each of which can be stored on a different drive, and enables the backup to be restored from any one of the drives. Encryption, verification, and overflow do not address the issue of a file that is too large to fit onto a single drive.

Question 3

Nate needs to back up the data on his computer. Once Nate chooses a backup method, he then needs to ______.
A) decide who can access the data
B) decide how many folders he needs to create
C) choose a password
D) choose a location for the backup

Accepted Answer

Nate needs to choose a location for the backup, as this will determine where the data is stored and how accessible it is in the future. The other options (deciding who can access the data, creating folders, and choosing a password) are important considerations, but they come after selecting a backup location.

Question 4

An external hard drive is a popular location for backed up files due to its ___________________ and capacity.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An external hard drive is a popular...

Question 5

When tracking software is installed on your phone, it can do all of the following EXCEPT: ______.
A) Play an urgent sound to help you locate it.
B) Lock the device and erase your data.
C) Beep and display a phone number.
D) Call you automatically.

Accepted Answer

Tracking software is designed to help you locate your phone, so it is unlikely to automatically call you. A, B, and C are examples of features that tracking software may include.

Question 6

Richard's boss has asked him to choose a backup provider. Richard knows that the online backup service he selects must have _____ so the data can be recovered at any time.
A) mobility
B) validation
C) shareware
D) imaging

Accepted Answer

Validation is necessary for ensuring that the data is backed up correctly and can be recovered at any time. Mobility, shareware, and imaging are not directly related to this requirement.

Question 7

The system ____________________ disk restores the computer to its factory settings.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The system ____________________ disk restores the computer...

Question 8

Businesses should provide a _____ recovery plan with written instructions to direct employees on how to return to a "normal" state of operations.
A) disaster
B) backup
C) personal
D) recycle

Accepted Answer

A disaster recovery plan is essential in case a business experiences unexpected disruptions, such as natural disasters, cyber attacks, or system failures. This plan outlines the procedures and strategies for restoring operations to normal as quickly and smoothly as possible. A backup plan is a part of a disaster recovery plan, while personal and recycle plans are not relevant to this context.

Question 9

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the safekeeping of your hardware?
A) temperature
B) lighting
C) humidity
D) liquids

Accepted Answer

Lighting does not directly affect the safekeeping of hardware in the same way that temperature, humidity, and exposure to liquids do. While excessive sunlight can increase temperature, lighting itself does not pose a direct risk to hardware integrity.

Question 10

Backing up to a(n) _____ is considered a remote backup.
A) optical disc
B) USB flash drive
C) network
D) server

Accepted Answer

The answer of Backing up to a(n) _____ is considered...

Question 11

A _____ works off of the normal utility power until it detects a problem.
A) UPS
B) UPR
C) USP
D) PSU

Accepted Answer

A UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) is a device that provides emergency power to a load in case of power failure. It works by continuously monitoring the utility power and switching to a battery backup in case of an outage, ensuring uninterrupted power supply. A UPR, USP or PSU are not commonly used terms in the context of power backup systems.

Question 12

In Windows, _____ can be used to restore any version of a file that File History has saved.
A) Access
B) Preferences
C) File Explorer
D) Control Panel

Accepted Answer

In Windows, File Explorer can be used to restore any version of a file that File History has saved. Access, Preferences and Control Panel do not have this functionality.

Question 13

Richard's boss has asked him to choose a backup provider. As Richard compares providers, he realizes he must take into consideration which of the following?
A) whether the company will protect data from hackers
B) where they are located
C) who owns the company
D) who will be in charge of his backup files

Accepted Answer

Richard should consider whether the company will protect data from hackers, as data security is a critical aspect of choosing a backup provider.

Question 14

Once backup software is installed, the next step is to _____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Once backup software is installed, the next...

Question 15

A(n) _____________________ protects your computer from a power surge.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _____________________ protects your computer from a...

Question 16

All of the following are acceptable locations for backing up your files EXCEPT: _____.
A) your computer's hard drive
B) a USB flash drive
C) an external hard drive
D) a network folder

Accepted Answer

Backing up files on your computer's hard drive is not considered an acceptable backup location because if the hard drive fails, both the original files and the backups would be lost. External devices or locations (like USB flash drives, external hard drives, or network folders) are preferred for backups because they provide redundancy, ensuring data is safe even if the primary device fails.

Question 17

Which of the following backup services provides a certain amount of space on a secure server where you can keep files, but backups are not automatic?
A) optical
B) online
C) cloud
D) flash

Accepted Answer

Cloud backup services typically provide a certain amount of space on a secure server where users can store files, but the backups may not be automatic unless specifically configured to do so.

Question 18

If you want to use a file on both your laptop and your smartphone, you should ___________________ both versions of the file.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you want to use a file...

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT true about online backup services?
A) No username or password is needed to access your data.
B) They usually require a subscription fee.
C) You can schedule the type of backup you want to perform.
D) Backed up data is usually encrypted.

Accepted Answer

This statement is not true as online backup services always require a username and password to access your data.

Question 20

Mac OS X computers provide backup software called _____ to make incremental backups of files that have changed.
A) Reports
B) Time Machine
C) Pages
D) Encryption

Accepted Answer

Mac OS X computers provide backup software called Time Machine to make incremental backups of files that have changed.

Quiz 10: Operating System Customization

Nate needs to back up the data on his computer. One of the first things Nate needs to decide before backing up his data is ______.

In some cases, when a backup file becomes too large, you can select the _____ feature to use more than one drive to store the file.

Nate needs to back up the data on his computer. Once Nate chooses a backup method, he then needs to ______.

An external hard drive is a popular location for backed up files due to its ___________________ and capacity.

When tracking software is installed on your phone, it can do all of the following EXCEPT: ______.

Richard's boss has asked him to choose a backup provider. Richard knows that the online backup service he selects must have _____ so the data can be recovered at any time.

The system ____________________ disk restores the computer to its factory settings.

Businesses should provide a _____ recovery plan with written instructions to direct employees on how to return to a "normal" state of operations.

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the safekeeping of your hardware?

Backing up to a(n) _____ is considered a remote backup.

A _____ works off of the normal utility power until it detects a problem.

In Windows, _____ can be used to restore any version of a file that File History has saved.

Richard's boss has asked him to choose a backup provider. As Richard compares providers, he realizes he must take into consideration which of the following?

Once backup software is installed, the next step is to _____________________.

A(n) _____________________ protects your computer from a power surge.

All of the following are acceptable locations for backing up your files EXCEPT: _____.

Which of the following backup services provides a certain amount of space on a secure server where you can keep files, but backups are not automatic?

If you want to use a file on both your laptop and your smartphone, you should ___________________ both versions of the file.

Which of the following is NOT true about online backup services?

Mac OS X computers provide backup software called _____ to make incremental backups of files that have changed.