Computer Hardware
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
What is the most widely used desktop operating system?
Windows
What does Wi-Fi stand for?
Wireless Fidelity
What does antivirus software do?
Detects and removes malicious software
What are the official SkillsUSA colors?
Red, White, Blue, Gold
What is the main function of RAM in a computer?
Temporary memory for active tasks/processes
What does GUI stand for?
Graphical User Interface
What does IP stand for in IP address?
Internet Protocol
What is phishing?
Tricking users into revealing personal info via fake emails/websites
What is the SkillsUSA motto?
“Preparing for leadership in the world of work”
Which component is used to store data permanently?
Hard Drive or SSD
What is open-source software?
Software whose source code is publicly available
What device connects multiple computers in a LAN?
Switch or Router
True or False: It’s legal to use software without a license if it’s for education.
FALSE
Name one of the SkillsUSA Framework components.
Personal Skills, Workplace Skills, Technical Skills
Name one input and one output device.
What command is used in Windows to check network connectivity?
PING
Which is better: IN-N-OUT BURGER or WHATABURGER?
WHATABURGER
What is the difference between black hat and white hat hackers?
Black = malicious; White = ethical/security testers
What is the official attire for SkillsUSA competitions?
Red blazer, white shirt, black pants/skirt, etc
What does BIOS stand for, and what is its role?
Basic Input/Output System; initializes hardware during boot-up
What is the purpose of a driver in an operating system?
It allows the OS to communicate with hardware
What does DNS do?
Translates domain names to IP addresses
After a ransomware attack locks a company’s critical data, these are three key actions an IT team should take immediately to minimize damage and begin recovery.
Disconnecting infected systems, notifying stakeholders or authorities, and restoring from backups
What year was SkillsUSA founded and under what original name?
1965, as VICA – Vocational Industrial Clubs of America