Information Technology computer Maintenance and Operating Systems September 2009 and 2011

1.Which of the following is not a component of the windows operating system?
ans.Shell.

2.Freeware is a type of software which is free to download__________
ans. and use for a limited period of time only.

3. What is the minimum RAM requirement for installation of Microsoft Office 2007?
ans. 512MB.

4. Which of the following is Not antivirus software?
ans. AVG.

5. What is the default TCP port number used for SMTP?
ans. 25

6.What is the total maximum number of IDE devices that can be connected to the primary and secondary IDE connectors on the motherboard?
ans. 4

7. Which of the following statements about anti static wrist strap is NOT correct ?
ans. It is always worn by technician when repairing monitor or CRT.

8. How does the CMOS RAM hold its configuration data when the main power to the computer is off?
ans. The CMOS RAM draws power from CMOS battery to hold its data.

9.Which of the following recovery tools is NOT available in the system Recovery Options of Windows Recovery Environment?
ans. Safe Mode.

10. The maximum  number of parallel IDE/ATA devices that can be installed with a primary and secondary connectors on the motherboard is
ans. 4

11.By turning on XP windows Firewall , the firewall will
ans. ask permission to block or  unblock certain connection requests.

12.Which of the following is a parallel interface in a desktop computer?
ans. PATA.