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Computer Repair Technician Practice Test

Check what you know about the computer repair technician job with 15 free questions and instant explanations.

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15 multiple-choice questions on computer repair technician knowledge, safety and vocabulary. Submit to see your score and explanations, or open any question’s answer as you go. Nothing is saved or shared.

Question 1 of 15ESD can:
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Answer: Damage components. Static discharge harms electronics.

Question 2 of 15The first step for a no-power issue is:
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Answer: Check power cables and outlets. Start with simple checks.

Question 3 of 15CompTIA A+ covers:
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Answer: IT hardware and software basics. It’s entry-level IT.

Question 4 of 15Before removing malware, you should:
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Answer: Back up important data. Protect data first.

Question 5 of 15A fuser is part of:
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Answer: A laser printer. It bonds toner to paper.

Question 6 of 15Which term matches this definition: “The main circuit board of a computer.”
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Answer: Motherboard. Motherboard: The main circuit board of a computer.

Question 7 of 15What does “Fuser” mean?
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Answer: The printer part that bonds toner to paper.. Fuser: The printer part that bonds toner to paper.

Question 8 of 15Which term matches this definition: “Software that lets hardware work with the OS.”
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Answer: Driver. Driver: Software that lets hardware work with the OS.

Question 9 of 15What does “SSD” mean?
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Answer: Solid-state drive.. SSD: Solid-state drive.

Question 10 of 15Which term matches this definition: “Copying a full system to another drive.”
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Answer: Imaging. Imaging: Copying a full system to another drive.

Question 11 of 15What does “Backup” mean?
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Answer: A copy of data.. Backup: A copy of data.

Question 12 of 15Which term matches this definition: “Software built into hardware.”
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Answer: Firmware. Firmware: Software built into hardware.

Question 13 of 15What does “POST” mean?
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Answer: Power-on self-test at startup.. POST: Power-on self-test at startup.

Question 14 of 15Which term matches this definition: “Malicious software.”
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Answer: Malware. Malware: Malicious software.

Question 15 of 15What does “Warranty repair” mean?
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Answer: Repairs covered by the manufacturer.. Warranty repair: Repairs covered by the manufacturer.

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