Exam tips and notes Flashcards
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Techno babble
use of jargon and tech terms to intimidate or silence a challenge to a tech issue. DO NOT USE.
ESD
Electrostatic Discharge, all computers are protected against these and only need to be concerned with when you have opened a computer.
Anti static bag
put components in them, not on them
ESD enviroment
much more likely in dry and cool places
ESD strap
must be in contact with your skin to work
Disconnect power
always disconnect the supply of power when working on a pc
Pink anti static bag
keeps the bag from producing static and is mild protection from damage
silvery anti static bags
protect from esd, emi, and RFI
Non contact thermometer
useful tool to get temps, and safe
Back up device
always backup device before working on it
Core knowledge for techs
combination of trouble shooting and fundamental understanding
Component names and connectors
Memorize all the component names
Linux Distros
Linux comes in many variety of versions, 1102 exam focuses on features common to all distros
Windows 10 features
the exam is looking for windows 10 features , tools , and control panels
Microsoft store
download windows apps directly
Powershell
reg and admin powershell are both provided
Windows tools
accessed by right-clicking the start button
Device manager
enables you to examine the state of all hardware and drivers in a windows pc
Microprocessor
accepted term is CPU
8088
first cpu to use AX-DX
overclocking
running a cpu faster than it was built for by changing settings
B
BYTE
b
bit
CPU sockets
they are not one size fits all
