Carter MSRS RT(R) (Author) Questions and Answers
A generic term that is used to describe a programmable
electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data is a
_______________. - correct answers-Computer
How many bits are in a single byte? - correct answers-8
What keeps the radio frequencies generated within the computer
electronics from interfering with outside devices? - correct
answers-The case
What is the largest circuitry board inside the computer? - correct
answers-Motherboard
What device runs the start-up instructions during boot-up of the
computer? - correct answers-BIOS
True/False: Random access memory will retain stored information
after the computer has been shut down. - correct answers-False
What is considered the most versatile type of port found on a
computer? - correct answers-USB
True/False: The network card is designed to take the brunt of the
force during a power surge. - correct answers-False
Name the different types of computer mice. (3) - correct answers-
Mechanical
, Optical
Optomechanical
Which type of monitor is most common in hospitals? - correct
answers-LCD
Name the three network classifications that are based on
geographic locations. - correct answers-LAN
WAN
MAN
True/False: On a server-based network, each computer is
considered equal. - correct answers-False
In which type of network does a centralized computer have
control over the entire network? (2) - correct answers-Server-
based
Client-based
What type of computer found on a network can work
independently of the network and process/manage its own files
but still share printing and storage? - correct answers-Thick Client
What type of network communication medium has a single
conductive wire surrounded by a grounded shield of braided wire?
- correct answers-Coaxial cable