TESDA Computer Systems Servicing (CSS) NC II Practice Exam

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• Why is monitoring response times important for assessing computer performance?
• What is the primary role of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
• What is the main purpose of thermal paste?
• Which types of memory are primarily found in computers?
• What microchip manages data communication between the CPU and motherboard?
• Which component typically needs a heat sink?
• What is the primary function of the Remote Storage Service in Windows server?
• Which of the following ensures the protection of data on a computer system?
• What does ANSI/TIA-568 refer to?
• What provides voltages of 3.3V, 5V, and 12V to the motherboard?
• Which hardware device enables the connection of serial devices across a network?
• Which utility is used to test if a host is reachable across an IP network?
• If frequent error messages are displayed while moving files, what should be done with the hard disk?
• Which system is crucial for network users to manage their credentials effectively?
• Which of the following is a form factor for storage drives?
• Which version of Windows has a program capable of restricting user access to certain programs?
• What does NAT stand for in networking?
• What does an Access Control List (ACL) consist of?
• What device forwards data packets between computer networks?
• Where are Windows device drivers stored?
• What do you call a network cable that has one end wired according to T-568A standard and the other end wired according to T-568B standard?
• Forwarding is associated with which application of NAT?
• Which protocol is primarily used for transferring files on the World Wide Web?
• What describes a recovery console command's role in system maintenance?
• What is the role of a motherboard chipset?
• What is the primary role of RAM in a computer?
• What could be a reason for unexpected pop-ups on a computer?
• What is an ISO image?
• Which version type protects unauthorized network access using a setup password?
• When a diode is shorted, what will the voltmeter reading be?
• What does the term 'integrity' ensure within a network system?
• What is the text-based command used for creating a bootable flash drive?
• What feature allows administrators to set storage limits on server NTFS volumes?
• Which of the following is a common type of malware?
• Which are the two main types of computer networks?
• Which startup recovery option boots into the recovery partition of the main hard drive?
• What is a WAN, and how does it differ from a LAN?
• What is system restore used for?
• Which setup option in UEFI/BIOS allows security settings to perform certain tasks?
• Which storage type uses flash memory?
• Which network type allows devices to communicate without routing through a central server?
• What is the main difference between hardware and software?
• Which of the following is a function of primary memory (RAM)?
• What feature allows users to restrict which devices can access a WiFi network?
• Which term refers to a system that automatically balances the load among multiple servers?
• Which of the following is a sign that a computer's performance is degrading?
• Yost, Cisco, and console cables are also known as what?
• What electrical quantity is measured when performing continuity testing of twisted pair cable?
• What is the term for the main patch panel that links to every telecommunication room inside a building?
• The IP Address 10.10.10.1 belongs to which class?
• What benefit does using cloud computing provide to users?
• What does the term "booting" refer to?
• What feature enables Windows users to fix problems that prevent normal booting?
• What is a type of server that centralizes administration and management of network users and resources?
• What is an IP address used by a virtual machine to communicate over a physical network called?
• What color is the USB 3.0 connector?
• What is the purpose of the performance monitor in an operating system?
• What does latency refer to in network communication?
• Which type of server allows large numbers of users to exchange information near instantaneously?
• Which command line utilities are used to export and import Active Directory object information?
• What is the significance of an IP address in networking?
• Which of the following is an interface standard designed for high-speed serial bus communications?
• What type of network interconnects multiple LANs?
• Which command is used to certify peer name resolution in the context of Active Directory?
• What does a port number identify in network communications?
• What is a feature in Windows Server that allows the migration of workloads between source and target clusters?
• What technique involves sending messages with a forged IP address to gain unauthorized access to a computer?
• Which network type can be expanded beyond a single building using a series of access points?
• What recovery console command writes a new master boot record on the hard drive?
• What is designed to operate in the internet backbone?
• What happens if you do not update your operating system?
• What is the volt rating of the RED wire in a PSU?
• Why is it important to keep software and operating systems updated?
• Which of the following terms refers specifically to a method of system backup?
• What type of test verifies the operation of a communication device by sending and receiving data from the same port?
• What is the consequence of fragmented data on a hard drive?
• What is the minimum byte capacity of a bootable flash drive for Windows 10?
• What type of server occupies a significant amount of computing area between the database server and end users?
• What is an enclosed or semi-enclosed channel that protects, routes, and hides cables and wires?
• Which network is typically used in a single organization or campus?
• What recovery console command examines a volume for errors and repairs it?
• What does phishing refer to in cybersecurity?
• What term refers to a privilege or assigned permission for the use of computer data or resources?
• What is the primary aim of routine maintenance for computers?
• What is typically a result of not performing routine maintenance on computers?
• A typical wireless router can connect up to how many devices?
• What is the minimum HDD requirement for Windows 10?
• What is the primary purpose of the IP address in a network?
• What is used to run commands for troubleshooting and accessing a bootable operating system?
• What does formatting a storage device involve?
• Which of the following describes a key feature of a communications protocol?
• Which cable standard is backwards compatible with USB 1.1?
• What is cloud computing?
• What role does the CPU play in a computer system?
• What is the term for a single physical hard drive that can be divided into multiple logical drives?
• Which of the following is most directly impacted by latency?
• In Server 2008, what does a yellow LAN connection icon indicate?
• What protocol is commonly used for wireless communication?
• Which of the following is a sign that a computer may be infected with malware?
• What term is used to describe when a system is not available?
• What type of high-speed network is composed of hosts and interconnects using various technologies and topologies?
• What type of password is utilized in WPA2 Personal to secure a network?
• What is the function of the device driver in an operating system?
• What is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules called?
• Which features are located in the settings of Windows 7?
• What is described as a network of interconnected information located on computers throughout cyberspace?
• The IP Address 172.168.10.1 belongs to which class?
• What does BIOS stand for?
• What is a key difference between SSD and HDD?
• What is a file extension and what purpose does it serve?
• What is a fundamental safety precaution when handling computer hardware?
• What term describes an information asset that has suffered from damage or unauthorized disclosures?
• What term refers to the maximum data transfer rate of a network for an internet connection?
• What is a hardware component used to connect to a computer network called?
• What is the volt rating of the yellow wire in a PSU?
• What is commonly found in a network interface card that indicates activity?
• What type of backup is used for hard drives, discs, flash drives, and external drives that are housed on-site?
• Which Windows update setting automatically downloads and installs the latest version?
• The IP Address 192.168.0.1 belongs to which class?
• What does a recovery console command do?
• How does an SSD typically compare in terms of reliability to an HDD?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of malware?
• What does a real-time communication server primarily facilitate?
• Which of the following describes a LAN’s primary characteristic?
• What is the purpose of antivirus software?
• Which recovery tool in Windows fixes and scans computer problems that prevent the computer from booting?
• What does latency refer to in the context of networking?
• What is the function of a backup power supply (UPS)?
• What is the function of heat sinks in computers?
• What is the primary goal of a computer network?
• In Windows 7, if the video driver is not installed, what will be displayed?
• Which type of cable is often used to directly connect a computer to a router or switch for management purposes?
• What is the main goal of stress testing in computing?
• Which type of cables are used to connect computers to hubs and switches?
• What is the purpose of an operating system?
• What is a material that reduces strain in a cable before crimping both ends of a patch cable?
• What component is essential for handling data transmission within a network?
• What networking tool is used to monitor and intercept traffic over a computer network?
• What component facilitates communication between the CPU and other devices in a computer system?
• What is another term for a disc image?
• What is defined as an application group that contains a client access point and at least one application-specific resource?
• What are the two types of interfaces used to connect a hard disk drive (HDD) to a computer motherboard?
• Malicious code is often designed to do what?
• What is the ideal voltage range on the hotwires of a Molex Connector?
• Which key is NOT appropriate to enter the BIOS Setup?
• What are the advantages of using a router in a network?
• Which feature allows administrators to define file types that can be stored within a Windows folder?
• What is one function of an antivirus program in a computer system?
• What is a major benefit of using a VPN?
• Which media type consists of broadband coaxial cable that carries multiple baseband channels for a maximum length?
• What does RAM stand for?
• What type of network connects computers over a large geographic area?
• Which of the following best describes the function of an operating system?
• What is the maximum cable length for USB 2.0?
• What kind of device would you use Device Manager to troubleshoot?
• Which technology serves as the alternative for wired connections using radio frequencies?
• What defines how software and hardware should interact within a network?
• In terms of data transfer speed, how do SSDs compare to traditional HDDs?
• What is the minimum RAM requirement for Windows 10?
• What does a firewall primarily protect against?
• What is a peer-to-peer network?
• What is it called when two or more devices on a network have the same IP address?
• Which component is essential for booting up a computer?
• Where can the device driver typically be found?
• How would you define a local area network (LAN)?
• Which of the following describes the unauthorized access attempt using a deceptive message with a manipulated source IP?
• What is a device driver?
• Which cloud service benefit allows access to applications from anywhere?
• How do cloud services operate?
• What is the term for a peripheral card that has a media access control address?
• What defines a functional computer system?
• Which two types of storage devices are commonly used in computers?
• What is a primary characteristic of Solid State Drives (SSDs)?
• Which electronic component needs to discharge electrically before the replacement of parts?
• What is the process of joining two cable ends together called?
• What is the maximum cable length for USB 3.0 using a non-twisted pair wire?
• What type of networking does an internet connection generally fall under?
• What is an Edge Router?
• What type of cable is used to connect a computer to a router?
• Which chip is responsible for storing the settings in the BIOS?
• A network interface controller is also known as what?
• Which device acts like a border router to connect corporate sites to wired access lines?
• What is the software program that is stored into ROM?
• What is the trademarked phrase associated with Wi-Fi?
• Which protocol is most efficient for transferring larger files?
• What is the purpose of a File Server?
• What does the hard drive (HDD) primarily function as in a computer?
• What is the primary function of a firewall in computer networks?
• Which of the following is an example of an output device?
• What is a significant feature of TCP/IP?
• What is the primary purpose of disk defragmentation?
• Which function does a router perform in a network?
• Which security standard aims to simplify the connection between routers and wireless devices?
• What is the purpose of a Virtual LAN (VLAN) in networking?
• What is the primary function of antivirus software?
• What type of network allows users to move around the coverage area in line of sight while staying connected?
• What is the most current wireless networking standard that can communicate with older network standards?
• What is the purpose of data backup?
• Device Manager is used for managing what type of hardware?
• What does the term "overclocking" refer to?
• What is the main function of an access point in a network?
• Which type of software is known to execute specific commands upon receiving input?
• Which term describes the interconnection of LANs within a city?
• Which of the following is classified as an enterprise-level backup and recovery suite?
• What is the minimum RAM requirement for Server 2012 R2?
• What is the resistance reading of an open wire?
• What is the typical function of the power supply unit (PSU)?
• What is the main difference between analog and digital signals?
• Why is grounding important when working with computer hardware?
• What type of testing would involve subjecting a system to extreme operational conditions?
• Which log files record performance statistics in performance monitor?
• Which of the following is the traditional method used to access server data?
• What should be checked if a computer does not power on?
• What is the primary function of a computer's motherboard?
• What is the maximum cable length for USB 3.0 using a non-twisted pair wire?
• What allows for the quick identification of network issues affecting performance?
• What type of storage device typically has faster access times, comparing traditional HDDs?
• What component displays measures and various real-time statistics on the system's performance?
• What occurs when an attacker steals data and demands compensation for its return?
• Which of the following is a feature of firmware?
• What is the role of the power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?
• What is the process of verifying a user's identity called?
• What is a 24-port USB connector system with a rotationally symmetrical connector called?
• What is the purpose of continuous assessment in information systems?
• Which compound is commonly used to prevent CPU overheating?
• Which option in the BIOS/UEFI is used to overclock a computer?
• What does VPN stand for, and what is its purpose?
• What is the function of a network interface card (NIC)?
• Which component is responsible for initial hardware checks during booting?
• Who is typically assigned to monitor network security and operations?
• Why is checking the power supply connection important if a computer does not power on?
• What command-line utility can display network connections and routing tables?
• In Windows 7, what does a LAN connection indicated with a cross and red indicator signify?
• What is used as a substitute for an actual disk, allowing software to run without loading a CD or DVD?
• What does CAN stand for in networking?
• What does 'malicious code' typically refer to?
• Which type of network connects devices through signals such as infrared?
• What does TCP/IP stand for?
• Why is it significant to have a firewall enabled on a computer?
• What does LAN stand for in networking?
• Which protocol is used to access data from the Active Directory database?
• What is commonly referred to as the "blue screen of death" (BSOD)?
• What term describes a physically damaged cluster of storage on the hard drive?
• What refers to pieces of related information that are transferred through a network?
• What role does a router play in a network?
• Which network technology requires a crossover cable to connect two devices directly?
• What is a node in a computer network that allows data to flow from one discrete network to another?
• Where is the BIOS in a standard PC typically stored?
• What is the primary function of an input device?