Virtualization
What is a hypervisor
software that creates and runs virtual machines
What is the primary function of the power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?
If a computer won't boot, name one possible cause.
a faulty power supply
Do we have school on Monday? and why?
No. Veterans Day November 11th
If a computer won't boot, name one possible cause.
a faulty power supply?
Name one benefit of using virtualization in IT
resource efficiency
Identify the difference between SSD and HDD storage devices.
What is the first step in the troubleshooting process?
identify the problem
Name types of RAM commonly used in computers.
DDR5, DDR4, DDR3
Explain the function of a GPU in a computer.
What is to render images, animations, and video for the computer display?
*What are two advantages of using PC virtualization?
Answer: Cost savings, Multiple OS’s (Not threat detection, performance boost, preventing viruses)
*Computer is making a loud clicking noise. Which device should the technician check first?
Answer: Hard drive
What tool would you use to test the voltage output of a power supply
What is a multimeter
Describe what a POST test is
Power-On Self-Test that checks hardware components during startu
What is a virtual machine (VM)?
File that runs like a computer -- boots up as any installed OS
*Which cloud model provides services for a specific organization or entity?
Answer: Private cloud
*A technician needs to use an application that is not supported by Windows operating systems on the PC. How make run on PC?
Answer: Create a virtual machine with supported OS
*Studying the characteristics of computer viruses and worms. Advantage of virtualized environment?
Answer: More easily controlled, protecting network. (Not: faster, better tools, or limited functionality.)
*Which is a characteristic of a Type 2 hypervisor?
Answer: does not require management console software (not: installs directly on hardware, better for enterprise, or direct hardware access)
*Which type of hypervisor would most likely be used in a data center?
Answer: Type 1
*Name two business challenges that implementing virtualization within a data center helps businesses overcome?
Answer: physical footprint, power and air conditioning
*How do we install a Type 1 hypervisor (where is it installed?)
Answer: installed directly on a server
*What is a difference between the functions of Cloud computing and virtualization?
Answer: Cloud computing separates the application from the hardware whereas virtualization separates the OS from the underlying hardware.
*How does virtualization help with disaster recovery within a data center?
Answer: support of live migration
*Type of Cloud- sharing research ideas and to promote collaboration among members in multiple divisions of an engineering association.
Answer: Community cloud