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Fundamentals of Computer Operation

Quiz by Benson Benjamin

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  • Q1
    What does the term 'booting' refer to in computers?
    The process of updating software on a computer system
    The process of shutting down a computer system
    The process of encrypting data on a computer system
    The process of starting up a computer system
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is NOT a step in the booting process?
    Running a virus scan on the computer
    Checking for software updates
    Loading the operating system
    Initializing hardware components
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of the BIOS in the booting process?
    To encrypt data on the computer
    To run antivirus software on the computer
    To create a backup of the operating system
    To initialize hardware components and load the operating system
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following is true about the booting process?
    Booting is a destructive process that erases all data on the computer
    Booting can be initiated by pressing the power button or restarting the computer
    Booting is only possible through a software command
    Booting can only be done by a technician
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the role of the bootloader in the booting process?
    Running diagnostic tests on the computer hardware
    Encrypting the data on the storage device
    Loading the operating system from the storage device into the computer's memory
    Checking for software updates on the computer
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the meaning of 'warm boot' in the context of booting?
    Shutting down a computer after it has been on for a long time
    Booting a computer from an external storage device
    Performing a system update on a computer
    Restarting a computer without completely powering it off
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the purpose of the operating system in the booting process?
    To manage and control the computer's hardware and software
    To encrypt the data stored on the computer
    To load the bootloader into the computer's memory
    To run antivirus scans on the computer
    30s
  • Q8
    What does the term 'cold boot' refer to in the context of booting?
    Booting a computer using a USB drive
    Powering on a computer after it has been completely powered off
    Running a diagnostic test on a computer's hardware components
    Restarting a computer without completely shutting it down
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the purpose of the POST (Power-On Self-Test) in the booting process?
    Running startup programs
    Checking if the hardware is functioning properly
    Loading the operating system
    Initializing device drivers
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the function of the CMOS in the booting process?
    Initializing hardware components
    Loading device drivers
    Running startup programs
    Storing BIOS settings
    30s

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