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What is a router?
What is a router?
- A device that generates power surges
- A cable used to interface with peripherals
- A type of connection for printers
- A device that connects to the modem and allows for devices to access a network (correct)
What are ports?
What are ports?
Connection points between the computer and a device
What are peripherals?
What are peripherals?
Input devices, output devices, and input/output devices that are connected to a computer
What does USB stand for?
What does USB stand for?
What is a surge?
What is a surge?
What is a surge protector?
What is a surge protector?
What is an Ethernet cable?
What is an Ethernet cable?
What does it mean to boot a computer?
What does it mean to boot a computer?
What is antivirus software?
What is antivirus software?
What is a driver?
What is a driver?
Give three examples of antivirus software.
Give three examples of antivirus software.
What is troubleshooting?
What is troubleshooting?
When looking on the internet for the solution to a problem you should look for _________ kinds of sources.
When looking on the internet for the solution to a problem you should look for _________ kinds of sources.
Why is aligning the print heads and printing a test sheet important?
Why is aligning the print heads and printing a test sheet important?
Only complete troubleshooting tasks that you feel _______ and _______ doing.
Only complete troubleshooting tasks that you feel _______ and _______ doing.
Why is it important to use caution when downloading from the internet?
Why is it important to use caution when downloading from the internet?
What kind of sites should you download drivers from?
What kind of sites should you download drivers from?
What should you do when you have tried all your troubleshooting techniques and continue to have a problem?
What should you do when you have tried all your troubleshooting techniques and continue to have a problem?
How do you check a computer's internet connection?
How do you check a computer's internet connection?
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Study Notes
Networking Devices
- Router: Connects to a modem; enables device access to the internet.
- Ethernet Cable: A network cable that links devices within a network.
Computer Connections
- Ports: Serve as connection points for communication between a computer and external devices.
- USB (Universal Serial Bus): Standard connection type for various devices including flash drives and printers.
External Devices
- Peripherals: Include input devices (like keyboards), output devices (like monitors), and input/output devices.
- Driver: Software that allows communication between a peripheral and a computer.
Electrical Safety
- Surge: An unexpected increase in electrical power that can damage devices.
- Surge Protector: Device designed to safeguard electronics from power surges.
Software and Maintenance
- Antivirus Software: Protects against, detects, and removes malicious software; examples include Windows Defender, Norton, McAfee.
- Troubleshooting: The systematic approach to identifying and resolving problems with design or performance.
Internet Safety and Best Practices
- Reliable Sources: Preferred for finding solutions to online problems to ensure information accuracy.
- Caution When Downloading: Essential to avoid risks to the computer and personal data by only downloading from trusted sources.
Printer Care
- Aligning Print Heads and Test Sheets: Critical for maintaining printer performance and ensuring print quality.
Safety in Troubleshooting
- Comfort and Safety: Important to feel comfortable and safe when undertaking troubleshooting tasks.
Testing Internet Connection
- Internet Check: Open a web browser; if google.com loads successfully, the internet connection is intact.
Seeking Help
- Continued Problems: If issues persist after troubleshooting, searching online is recommended for additional solutions.
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