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Computer Hardware and Networking Troubleshooting Quiz

#1

Which of the following components is responsible for storing data permanently in a computer system?

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Explanation

HDD stores data permanently in a computer.

#2

What does the 'IP' in 'IP address' stand for?

Internet Protocol
Explanation

IP stands for Internet Protocol in 'IP address'.

#3

What does BIOS stand for in the context of computer hardware?

Basic Input/Output System
Explanation

BIOS stands for Basic Input/Output System in computer hardware.

#4

Which of the following networking devices is used to connect multiple computers within the same local area network (LAN)?

Switch
Explanation

A Switch connects multiple computers in a LAN.

#5

What is the purpose of a DHCP server in a network?

To assign IP addresses to devices automatically
Explanation

DHCP server assigns IP addresses automatically in a network.

#6

Which type of cable is commonly used to connect a computer to a router or switch in a wired network?

Ethernet cable
Explanation

Ethernet cable connects a computer to a router or switch in a wired network.

#7

Which of the following is a common symptom of a failing power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?

Random restarts
Explanation

Random restarts are a common symptom of a failing PSU.

#8

What does the term 'ping' refer to in networking?

Sending data packets to a specific destination and measuring the time taken for a response
Explanation

Ping is measuring response time by sending data packets.

#9

In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and terminating connections between applications?

Transport Layer
Explanation

Transport Layer handles connections in the OSI model.

#10

What is the purpose of a subnet mask in networking?

To identify the network portion of an IP address
Explanation

Subnet mask identifies the network part of an IP address.

#11

What is a common cause of the '404 Not Found' error in web browsing?

Incorrect URL entered
Explanation

'404 Not Found' error is caused by an incorrect URL.

#12

Which of the following commands is used to check the connectivity between two hosts in a network?

ping
Explanation

'ping' command checks connectivity between two hosts.

#13

Which of the following TCP/IP protocols is used for email delivery?

SMTP
Explanation

SMTP is the TCP/IP protocol for email delivery.

#14

Which of the following RAID levels provides both data striping and mirroring for fault tolerance?

RAID 10
Explanation

RAID 10 provides data striping and mirroring for fault tolerance.

#15

What does 'SSD' stand for in the context of computer hardware?

Solid State Drive
Explanation

'SSD' stands for Solid State Drive in computer hardware.

#16

What is a 'ping flood' attack in the context of computer networks?

An attack that floods a network with ICMP echo request packets
Explanation

'Ping flood' is an attack flooding a network with ICMP echo requests.

#17

What is the purpose of a MAC address in networking?

To identify devices within a local network
Explanation

MAC address identifies devices within a local network.

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