Four Categories of Hardware Tools Quiz and Flashcards

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What are the four categories into which hardware tools are grouped?

Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools, Plumbing tools, Diagnostic tools, Electrical tools

Electrical testing tools, Gardening tools, Cleaning tools, Diagnostic tools

Woodworking tools, Hand tools, Cleaning tools, Electrical tools

Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools, Hand tools, Cleaning tools, Diagnostic tools (correct)

What is the purpose of an anti-static wrist strap?

To generate static electricity for testing purposes

To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to computer equipment (correct)

To tighten or loosen slotted screws

To provide additional support during hardware repairs

Why is it important to use grounded antistatic work mats with antistatic wrist straps?

To provide a comfortable surface for standing during hardware repairs

To supply electrical current for using hand tools

To reduce the buildup of static electrical charges on people and objects (correct)

To generate static electricity for testing purposes

What is the purpose of a flat head screwdriver?

To loosen or tighten slotted screws Signup and view all the answers

What are some common sources of static electricity mentioned in the text?

Carpets, tile flooring, fabric, and moving air Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Torx screwdriver?

To tighten screws with a starlike depression on the top Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is best suited for cleaning different computer components without scratching or leaving debris?

Compressed air Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of cable ties in computer maintenance?

To bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a needle-nose plier in computer maintenance?

To hold small parts Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is essential for lighting up areas that are difficult to see well during computer maintenance?

Flashlight Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Torx screwdriver?

Loosening or tightening Torx screws Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use cable ties in computer maintenance?

To organize and secure cables to avoid clutter Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a needle-nose plier in computer maintenance?

Cutting and stripping wires Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of an anti-static mat in computer maintenance?

To stand on or place hardware on to prevent static electricity from building up Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an anti-static wrist strap?

Preventing ESD damage to computer equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is primarily used to retrieve small parts from locations that are too small for your hand to fit?

Part retriever Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a wire cutter in computer maintenance?

To strip and cut wires Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is essential for blowing away dust and debris from different computer parts without touching the components?

Compressed air Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a flashlight in computer maintenance?

Lighting up areas that are difficult to see Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer?

Cable ties Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hardware Tools

Hardware tools are grouped into four categories
Anti-static wrist strap prevents damage to computer components from static electricity
Grounded antistatic work mats are used with antistatic wrist straps to prevent static buildup and damage to components

Screwdrivers

Flat head screwdriver is used for general-purpose screwdriving tasks
Torx screwdriver is used for screws with a star-shaped hole

Cleaning Tools

Compressed air is used to blow away dust and debris from computer parts without touching the components
Soft-bristled brush is used for cleaning different computer components without scratching or leaving debris

Fastening and Gripping Tools

Cable ties are used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer
Needle-nose plier is used to retrieve small parts from locations that are too small for your hand to fit and for gripping small objects
Wire cutter is used to cut wires and cables

Illumination Tools

Flashlight is used to light up areas that are difficult to see well during computer maintenance

Electrostatic Protection Tools

Anti-static mat is used to prevent static electricity from damaging computer components
Anti-static wrist strap is used to prevent static electricity from damaging computer components when handling them

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Test your knowledge of computer hardware tools and maintenance with this quiz. Learn about the essentials in ESD, hand, cleaning, and diagnostic tools for hardware repairs.