22 Questions
What is the default port number for HTTP?
80
Which type of cable is commonly used to connect two network devices directly without the need for a switch or hub?
Crossover
What type of disaster recovery site is fully equipped with necessary hardware and software ready to take over operations with minimal downtime?
Hot site
In backup techniques, which method involves copying all selected files, regardless of whether they have changed since the last backup?
Full/Normal
What type of connectors are commonly used for fiber optic cables?
ST
Which protocol is commonly used for securely transferring files over a network using encryption?
SSH
What is the primary purpose of configuring servers to use IP addressing and network infrastructure services?
Facilitating communication between devices on a network
When configuring servers, what is the significance of CIDR notation and subnetting?
Partitioning and managing IP address spaces efficiently
What is the main difference between public and private IP addressing in server configuration?
Private IP addresses can be used on internal networks, while public IP addresses are for external use
In server configuration, what is the purpose of NIC teaming?
Providing fault tolerance and load balancing for network interfaces
What is the significance of MAC addresses in network Interface Card (NIC) configuration on servers?
Providing a unique identifier for network communication
How does DHCP differ from static IP assignment when configuring servers?
Static IP assignment allows for more flexible networking configurations compared to DHCP
Which of the following is NOT a common file system type used for server operating systems?
HFS+
What is the primary purpose of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) setup during server operating system installation?
Improve data redundancy and fault tolerance
Which of the following is NOT a common method for network-based operating system administration?
Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)
What is the purpose of configuring the boot order during BIOS/UEFI setup?
Specify the order in which devices are checked for bootable media
Which of the following is NOT a common server role?
Peer-to-peer server
What is the purpose of performance baselining during server configuration?
Establish initial performance metrics for future comparison
Which of the following is NOT a common component of server maintenance?
Defragmentation
What is the purpose of a KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch in server administration?
Control multiple servers from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse
Which of the following is NOT a common virtualization component?
Virtual private network (VPN)
What is the purpose of a CMOS battery in a server?
Store BIOS/UEFI configuration settings
This quiz covers a wide range of computer hardware components and technologies including multicore CPUs, cache levels, RAM types, module placement, bus types, expansion slots, NICs, hard drives, BIOS/UEFI, USB interfaces, and more. Test your knowledge by comparing and contrasting different aspects of computer hardware components.
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