Computer hardware
Connection Types
Windows Services
Terminology
Miscellaneous
Word problems
100

This type of storage is generally faster and more reliable due to lack of moving parts. 

What is a SSD


100

This connector can is generally the most common type that supports resolutions above 1080. 

What is "HDMI"

100

I can use this service to download TRUSTED apps to on my windows PC

What is "Microsoft store"

100

This term describes any external devices that can be connected to a PC.

What are "Peripherals" 

100

When downloading software, I have to consider THIS, when determining if that software will work on my OS. 

What is "compatibility". 

200
This set of ports is used to connected external devices to a PC
What are "I/O Ports"
200

This 15 pin cable is generally considered a "legacy" connector.

What is a "VGA cable". 

200

I can use this service to view the hardware usage statistics of my PC.

What is "Task manager". 

200

This is the term that describes the type of memory used in SSD's

What is "Flash memory"

200

When setting up new PC in a high traffic office, this consideration must be made when ensuring that the cables are not in the way. 

What is "cable management". 

300

This component functions as temporary storage and is primarily used in laptops

What is SO-DIMM


300

This cable is used to connect to a modem or telephone jack

What is an "RJ-11 cable"

300

This service can be used to kill a task that is not responding. 

What is "task manager"

300

This is the firmware that runs as soon as a PC is turned on.

What is "BIOS"

300

A tech is attempting to connect a PC to a SOHO (Small Home or Office) network but the only available AP (Access Point) is a wall jack. What should I do? (NOT USING A MODEM)

Connect the RJ-45 cable to the wall and to the PC.

400

CPU's generally can be categorized into one of the two following bit amounts.
(MUST NAME BOTH)

What is 32bit or 64bit. 
400

Older mice and keyboards are supported by this type of cable. (NOT USB OR BLUETOOTH)

What is "PS/2"

400

I can use this service to configure the boot sequence of my PC's hardware. 

What is "BIOS"

400

This is the term is used to identify different types of RAM

What is "Double Data Rate"

400

The fan of my PC is audibly revving up due to an overheating CPU. I want to use a service to check what process is causing the excessive usage. How can I open this service without using my mouse to navigate the UI.

What are "Control (CTRL), Shift, Escape (esc)"

500

This piece of hardware connects to a PCI slot and allows the PC to connect to a network.

What is a "Network Interface Card"

500

This type of connection is generally used for contactless payment and only functions at very close ranges.

What is "Near Field Communications"

500

I need to download an update for my PC overnight while I am not in the office. I can use this service to set my PC to download the update at a specific time.

What is "Task scheduler"

500

This term describes the type of media used by disks. 

What is "Optical"

500

When booting up my PC, I get an error that says an operating system could not be found. I currently have a flash drive plugged into the USB port. What can I edit without removing the USB to ensure the PC reads from the HDD before the Flash drive when booting. 

What is the "boot sequence"