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Question 48: (QID=1973)
The speed of the CPU is measured in _________?
[1.] Hertz
2. Milliseconds
3. Seconds
4. MHz
Wrong!
Correct answer(s): 4
Explanation: The speed of the CPU is measured in Megahertz (MHz).
-----------------------=Snide remark: "One word: Ghz.";
Question 153: (QID=25504)
The AMD Phenom X3 microprocessor is an example of:
1. Single core processor
2. Dual Core processor
3. Triple Core processor
[4.] Quad Core processor
Wrong!
Correct answer(s): 3
Explanation: AMD’s triple core processor integrates three computational cores on a single silicon
die. Technically, the triple core is a quad core with one core disabled.
-----------------------=Snide remark: " ..Fuck you. Technically.";
Question 154: (QID=36)
Your computer locks up while counting the RAM on boot-up. What is the most common cause of this?
[1.] Bad RAM
2. Processor needs to be replaced
3. Hard drive controller failure
4. Bad video adapter
5. None of the above
Wrong!
----------------------=Snide remark: "wtf? Seriously?";
Question 159: (QID=25509)
Which connectors are used with barcode scanners?
1. DVI-A
2. PS/2
[3.] Serial
[4]. USB
[5.] Mini-Din
Wrong!
Correct answer(s): 4 2
Explanation: Typically, bar code readers use a PS/2 or USB connector. You may also find barcode readers that operate wirelessly, using either 802.11g or Bluetooth.
--------------------=Snide remark : "3: http://tinyurl.com/6csz3v5, 2/5: ps/2 *IS* mini-din.";
Question 175: (QID=2021)
Which of the following PC devices typically have their own BIOS?
1. Video Cards
2. CD-ROMS
[3.] Floppy Drives
4. Sound Cards
Wrong!
Correct answer(s): 1
Explanation: Video cards have their own BIOS on board.
----------------------=Snide remark: "It's on the controller card. Or on the drive, in the case of commodores.";
Question 216: (QID=1998)
If you start your computer and don't hear any beeps, what does it mean?
1. Keyboard Error
2. Disconnected system speaker
3. RAM error
[4.] Successful POST
Wrong!
Correct answer(s): 2
Explanation: A disconnected system speaker will prevent you from hearing beeps at start-up.
----------------------="I haven't seen a modular speaker in years. And turn the beep off.";
Question 230: (QID=1972)
Which of the following are major CPU manufacturers?
[1.] Intel
[2.] Cyrix
3. Quantum
[4.] AMD
CorrectWrong!
Correct answer(s): 1 4
Explanation: Cyrix no longer exists and Quantum does not manufacture CPU's. They do, however, manufacture hard drives. AMD and Intel are the 2 major players in the CPU market.
----------------------="Get off my lawn.";