Hardware Basics
This component is considered the brain of the computer.
What is the CPU?
The most common operating system taught in TestOut PC Pro.
What is Windows 10?
The Windows utility used to browse files and folders.
What is File Explorer?
What does LAN stand for?
Local Area Network
What does antivirus software do?
Detects and removes malware
Temporary memory that stores data currently in use.
What is RAM?
This tool allows you to manage disks and partitions in Windows.
What is Disk Management?
A container for organizing files on a storage device
What is a folder?
What device connects networks together?
Router
Why are software updates important?
Fix bugs, patch security holes
This type of memory is non-volatile and holds the BIOS settings.
What is ROM?
The process of preparing a disk to store files.
What is formatting?
Shortcut key to copy selected files.
What is Ctrl + C?
What is an IP address used for?
Identifying devices on a network
What is a strong password made of?
(Upper/lowercase, numbers, symbols
A common type of internal storage that uses spinning platters.
What is an HDD?
Used to troubleshoot problems before loading the OS GUI.
What is Safe Mode?
View that shows file size, date modified, and type in a list.
What is Details view?
What is the purpose of DHCP?
Assigns IP addresses automatically
What does UAC stand for in Windows?
User Account Control
This determines the types of components a motherboard supports.
What is the chipset?
The process of installing an OS over another while keeping settings.
What is an upgrade installation?
Used to access files on a remote server or another drive
What is mapping a network drive?
What is the difference between wired and wireless networks?
Cables vs. radio signals
What is the purpose of creating restore points?
Return system to a previous state