Software Installation and Device Drivers

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What is the primary purpose of installing software on a computer?

To configure the hardware and software to make the program run properly

What is a device driver?

A special type of software that controls a specific hardware device attached to a computer

Where can you purchase or download software programs?

From various online stores and app marketplaces

What is the first step in installing software on a personal computer?

Insert the installation CD/DVD or USB drive Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the AutoPlay dialog box that appears when inserting an installation disc?

To allow the user to choose the Install or Setup command Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to only download software from reliable and trusted sources?

To avoid installing malicious software that could harm the computer Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the installation program does not run automatically?

Open the Computer window and right-click the drive's icon Signup and view all the answers

How can you handle a User Account Control (UAC) warning during software installation?

Type the administrator password or click Yes/Continue Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the serial number required during software installation?

Inside the box, in the manual, or on a piece of paper or shipment email Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary step after the installation program ends?

Close the installation program window Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to find the right source before downloading mobile apps?

To avoid downloading malicious apps Signup and view all the answers

From where should you download apps for your mobile devices?

Application stores based on your device's operating system Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to try when an application is running slowly or is frozen?

Close and reopen the application Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'troubleshoot' cover in the context of computer systems?

Both hardware and software issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the systematic approach to locating and identifying the cause of a fault in a computer system?

Troubleshooting Signup and view all the answers

What can you do if your computer becomes completely unresponsive or frozen, and you cannot access any options?

Perform a hard reset Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Activity 5.2.1?

To assess the most common problems caused by viruses and worms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Example 1 in the text?

To provide a solution for a slowly running application Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Disk Defragmenter tool?

To rearrange the files on the disk and improve data retrieval efficiency Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the main purpose of the Disk Cleanup tool?

To delete unused and unwanted files on the hard disk to free up disk space Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to close a program according to the passage?

Use the 'Close' or 'Exit' command from the 'File' menu Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Windows Update feature?

To ensure the computer is up-to-date with new features and the latest security Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Check Disk tool?

To fix errors on the computer when it is experiencing problems Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools is not mentioned in the passage?

Task Manager Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of network problems mentioned in the text?

Firewall misconfiguration Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in troubleshooting a network problem, according to the text?

Find the source of the problem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a possible cause of a 'Configuration Issue' according to the text?

Routing problem Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential issue if a wireless host is 'Out of Reach' according to the text?

The wireless host is too far from the access point or there is an obstructing object Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a 'Traffic overload' issue?

The link capacity is less than the traffic on the device Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential cause of network problems?

Power failure Signup and view all the answers

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