A printer is not responding to print jobs. After checking that it is powered on and connected, what is a reasonable next step in basic troubleshooting?

Replace the printer immediately.

Check the printer queue for stuck jobs.

Reinstall the operating system.

A video editor needs to store large 4K project files that require fast read/write speeds during editing. They also need to archive completed projects for long-term retention. Which combination of storage devices best meets both needs?

Store everything on a USB 2.0 flash drive

Use a network-attached storage (NAS) with HDDs for active projects and cloud storage for archives

Use an internal NVMe SSD for active projects and an external HDD for archived projects

Use a single large external HDD for both active and archived projects

A user with limited hand mobility needs to use a computer for data entry. They have difficulty using a standard mouse and keyboard. Which combination of assistive input devices would most effectively enable them to perform their job?

A trackball mouse and a standard keyboard

A speech-to-text software and an eye-tracking device

A standard keyboard with a wrist rest

A larger monitor and a high-DPI mouse

A graphic designer needs to create precise digital illustrations. They currently use a mouse. Which input device would most improve their ability to draw smooth, accurate lines and curves?

Mechanical keyboard with programmable keys

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Computing Basics FC0-U71 Practice Questions (Page 2)

Part of the Tech concepts and terminology domain, which accounts for 13% of the FC0-U71 exam. CompTIA does not publish an official question count, but from its 60-minute exam (~25–40 total, ~3–5 in this domain), expect 1–1 from this objective — we provide 33 practice questions to prepare you well beyond it. (estimate)

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Questions 6–10

6foundation · easy
A printer is not responding to print jobs. After checking that it is powered on and connected, what is a reasonable next step in basic troubleshooting?
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7application · medium
A video editor needs to store large 4K project files that require fast read/write speeds during editing. They also need to archive completed projects for long-term retention. Which combination of storage devices best meets both needs?
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8expert · hard
A user with limited hand mobility needs to use a computer for data entry. They have difficulty using a standard mouse and keyboard. Which combination of assistive input devices would most effectively enable them to perform their job?
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9application · medium
A graphic designer needs to create precise digital illustrations. They currently use a mouse. Which input device would most improve their ability to draw smooth, accurate lines and curves?
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10foundation · easy
Which of the following is an example of system software?
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