Question 1

What is IT automation?

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The use of software and hardware to carry out repetitive tasks automatically.

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Outsourcing IT tasks to a third party.

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The process of creating a new system from scratch.

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A method of enhancing employee productivity.

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Replacing human IT workers with machines.

Question 2

What is a scripting language?

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A programming language used to write scripts that automate tasks.

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A language used to create complex applications.

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A language used for scientific computing.

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A language used for creating websites.

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A language used to write operating systems.

Question 3

What is the difference between automation and orchestration?

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Automation focuses on performing a single task, while orchestration coordinates multiple tasks or workflows.

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Automation is faster than orchestration.

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Orchestration is only used for simple and repetitive tasks.

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Automation is only used in the IT industry, while orchestration is used in all industries.

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Automation requires more human intervention than orchestration.

Question 4

What is a cron job?

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A scheduled task that runs automatically at specific intervals.

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A programming language used for web development.

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A tool used to manage database tables.

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An algorithm used for data compression.

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A type of network architecture.

Question 5

What is version control?

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The process of managing and tracking changes made to software code.

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The process of securing software code from unauthorized access.

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The process of testing software code for bugs.

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The process of managing multiple versions of a software system.

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The process of backing up software code.

Question 6

What is an API?

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A set of protocols and tools for building software applications.

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A type of computer hardware.

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A type of web page.

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A type of software license.

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A type of computer virus.

Question 7

What is containerization?

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The process of packaging software code and its dependencies into a single deployable unit.

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The process of breaking down software code into individual functions.

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The process of securing software code from hackers.

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The process of testing software code for compatibility with different operating systems.

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The process of optimizing software code for faster performance.

Question 8

What is continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)?

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A set of practices that automate the process of building, testing, and deploying software.

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A set of practices that increase cybersecurity.

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A set of practices that optimize database management.

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A set of practices that reduce software development costs.

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A set of practices that improve employee productivity.

Question 9

What is a virtual machine?

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A software environment that emulates a physical computer system and allows multiple operating systems to run on the same hardware.

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A type of computer hardware.

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A type of network architecture.

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A type of software application.

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A type of programming language.

Question 10

What is Infrastructure as Code (IaC)?

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The practice of managing IT infrastructure using code and software development techniques.

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The practice of outsourcing IT infrastructure management to a third party.

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The practice of manually configuring IT infrastructure.

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The practice of automating IT infrastructure without code.

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The practice of using spreadsheets to manage IT infrastructure.

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