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What is a mobile hotspot ?
A mobile hotspot will allow a laptop to connect to a cellular network and gain WAN access.
Besides the display what else is found in a "Laptop Screen"?
The Wi-FI antenna is typically located above the laptop screen. It is connected to a wireless card internal to the laptop via an antenna wire and leads.
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What is the difference between a SODIMM and a DIMM?
SODIMMS are Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules and are designed for space restrictions like that of a laptops.
What are the steps to install a CPU?
After a CPU is latched and secured to a laptop motherboard, thermal paste should be applied. The thermal paste should reside between the CPU and the heat sink of a laptop. This will mitigate CPU overheating and allow the CPU to operate at lower temperatures.
What are the differences between an e-reader and a tablet?
E-readers are optimized for reading electronic documents and are commonly lighter, have longer battery life, and are more readable in direct sunlight than tablets.
What is the proper procedure to remove ram from a Laptop?
SODIMM modules in a laptop are held in place by locking clips on either side. The correct process for removal of the module is to apply even pressure on the sides of both of the clips in an outward direction, so that they unlock and release the SODIMM module.
Where do you go to configure laptop ACPI power options?
You can configure laptop ACPI power options using the Windows Power Options located in the control panel. You also have to ensure that the ACPI power settings are enabled in the BIOS.
What are the biggest differences between a laptop CPU a desktop CPU?
Laptop CPUs are designed to use less power and generate less heat than desktop CPUs.
What is NFC?
Near field communication, or NFC, is commonly used to establish radio communication between two devices by placing them next to each other or by touching them together.
What is a fitness monitor used for?
Fitness monitors are used for tracking daily activity and body metrics for collecting and analyzing health metrics.
How do you see how much ram is installed in a Laptop? Without pulling it apart.
The POST screen, BIOS, and System Properties window will display how much RAM is currently installed
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth technology is wireless and a Bluetooth device can be used to connect up to seven other devices over a short distance.
What does throttling the CPU do for a laptop?
To reduce heat and power consumption, CPU throttling can be used. CPU throttling reduces the CPU speed.
Routine preventive maintenance includes the cleaning what parts of a laptop?
Routine preventive maintenance includes the cleaning of parts that can get dirty with everyday use. Internal components are not required to be cleaned as often as external parts like the case, screen and keyboard. Nonabrasive cleaners should be used to ensure that no damage is caused to laptop components.
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Q: How many IT guys does it take to screw in a light bulb?
A: None, that's a Facilities problem.
Where would you go to set up a new internet connection (Wired or Wireless)?
You would go to the Control Panel -> Networking and Sharing Center -> Set up a new connection or network
Why can't you "Build" a Laptop like you can a desktop PC?
Laptop motherboards are proprietary and vary based on the manufacturer. They are made to fit an specific manufacturer's case. Laptop Motherboards do not have a Form Factor like Desktop Motherboards.
What do you use to clean a laptop?
To clean a laptop computer, mild substances and lint-free cloths are required. Cleaners should be nonabrasive. Otherwise they can damage the laptop components.
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What were the types of expansion card slots in a laptop?
laptops have PCMCIA, CardBus, or ExpressCard slots.
Oh no my screen looks weird after little Timmy was playing on my computer.... What could be the problem?
He messed with the display properties and the are messed up.
What does the Inverter do for a laptop and where is it used?
What does the Power Supply do for a laptop?
The inverter will convert DC power to AC power. AC power is required by the backlight in a laptop and must be provided by an inverter.
The power supply converts high voltage AC to low voltage DC.
Before preforming a repair or maintenance on a laptop what do you do? What do you do!
To avoid electrical hazards or accidents, it is essential to remove any power source before cleaning any component.
Your battery is swollen....
What do you do?
What do you do?
You know before it explodes!