OS Components: File Systems (NTFS, FAT32), Interfaces (GUI, Command Line), Utilities, and Drivers. IT-FUNDAMENTALS-ITF-CERTIFICATION Practice Questions (Page 7)

Questions 31–35

1. 31application · easy

   A user installs a new printer, but the computer does not recognize it. The printer is connected via USB and the user has the installation CD. What is the most likely missing component that allows the OS to communicate with the printer?

   • AA file system
   • BA utility
   • CA GUI
   • DA device driver
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2. 32foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of the Task Manager utility in Windows?

   • ATo clean up temporary files
   • BTo manage disk partitions
   • CTo view and manage running processes and applications
   • DTo update device drivers
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4. 33foundation · easy

   Why might a novice user prefer a GUI over a CLI?

   • AGUIs provide faster access to all system functions
   • BGUIs require less memory and processing power
   • CGUIs are more intuitive and easier to learn
   • DGUIs are more efficient for advanced scripting
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5. 34foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of a command-line interface (CLI)?

   • ATo provide a graphical environment for novice users
   • BTo allow users to interact with the OS by typing commands
   • CTo display visual representations of files and folders
   • DTo automatically manage hardware resources without user input
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6. 35application · medium

   A user plugs in a new wireless mouse, but the cursor does not move. The mouse is listed in Device Manager with a yellow exclamation mark. What does this indicate?

   • AThe file system is corrupted
   • BThe battery is low
   • CThe driver is not installed or is not working correctly
   • DThe mouse is not compatible with the USB port
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