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After working without problems for a couple of years, your
computer has begun to lock up. You suspect that it is a thermal
issue, but you can't find any component that is not functioning
correctly.
You have not replaced the CPU or installed any new devices. The
CPU cooling fan and the power supply fan are working
properly. The lock-ups are happening with increasing frequency.
Which of the following is the MOST common condition that
explains these symptoms?
A.The internal temperature sensor is beginning to malfunction
intermittently.
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B.The power supply has been switched to the wrong voltage
setting.
C.An accumulation of dust has gradually built up.
D.The BIOS has never been flashed and has gotten more and
more out of date. .......ANSWER......C. An accumulation of dust has
gradually built up.
You want to configure your computer so that a password is
required before the operating system will load.
What should you do?
A.Configure a user password in the BIOS/UEFI.
B.Require complex passwords in the Local Security Policy.
C.Configure chassis instruction detection.
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D.Configure an administrator password in the BIOS/UEFI.
.......ANSWER......A.Configure a user password in the BIOS/UEFI.
What is the correct order for installing a processor for proper
cooling?
A.Thermal paste, CPU, heat sink, fan
B.CPU, heat sink, thermal paste, fan
C.Heat sink, CPU, thermal paste, fan
D.CPU, thermal paste, heat sink, fan .......ANSWER......D.CPU,
thermal paste, heat sink, fan
You need to replace the power supply in your home desktop
computer.
Which of the following specifications are the MOST likely to
affect your power supply choice? (Select three.)
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A fan that cools the unit
An on/off power switch
Output wattage
Type and number of connectors
Form factor
Input voltage selections .......ANSWER......Output wattage
Type and number of connectors
Form factor
Your computer has a single core processor installed. The
motherboard supports processors with up to four cores.
You want to upgrade your computer to a quad-core system.
Which of the following is part of the configuration steps?
A.Replace the existing processor with one that has four cores.
CIST 1122 MIDTERM EXAM 2025 AND FINAL EXAM BANK
AND A STUDY GUIDE | ACCURATE REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | EXPERT VERIFIED FOR
GUARANTEED PASS | LATEST UPDATE
After working without problems for a couple of years, your
computer has begun to lock up. You suspect that it is a thermal
issue, but you can't find any component that is not functioning
correctly.
You have not replaced the CPU or installed any new devices. The
CPU cooling fan and the power supply fan are working
properly. The lock-ups are happening with increasing frequency.
Which of the following is the MOST common condition that
explains these symptoms?
A.The internal temperature sensor is beginning to malfunction
intermittently.
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B.The power supply has been switched to the wrong voltage
setting.
C.An accumulation of dust has gradually built up.
D.The BIOS has never been flashed and has gotten more and
more out of date. .......ANSWER......C. An accumulation of dust has
gradually built up.
You want to configure your computer so that a password is
required before the operating system will load.
What should you do?
A.Configure a user password in the BIOS/UEFI.
B.Require complex passwords in the Local Security Policy.
C.Configure chassis instruction detection.
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D.Configure an administrator password in the BIOS/UEFI.
.......ANSWER......A.Configure a user password in the BIOS/UEFI.
What is the correct order for installing a processor for proper
cooling?
A.Thermal paste, CPU, heat sink, fan
B.CPU, heat sink, thermal paste, fan
C.Heat sink, CPU, thermal paste, fan
D.CPU, thermal paste, heat sink, fan .......ANSWER......D.CPU,
thermal paste, heat sink, fan
You need to replace the power supply in your home desktop
computer.
Which of the following specifications are the MOST likely to
affect your power supply choice? (Select three.)
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A fan that cools the unit
An on/off power switch
Output wattage
Type and number of connectors
Form factor
Input voltage selections .......ANSWER......Output wattage
Type and number of connectors
Form factor
Your computer has a single core processor installed. The
motherboard supports processors with up to four cores.
You want to upgrade your computer to a quad-core system.
Which of the following is part of the configuration steps?
A.Replace the existing processor with one that has four cores.
