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14 November 2025

CompTIA Tech+: Hardware Devices and Their Usage


 

Question:

Which storage technology uses magnetic particles to store data on rotating disks?

  • Hard Disk Drives (HDD)


Question

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A user's laptop screen remains black after pressing the power button, but the power lights and sounds are normal. Which is the most appropriate initial troubleshooting step?

  • Connect the laptop to an external monitor to check display functionality


Question

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Which Internet service type often uses existing telephone lines to deliver broadband connectivity?

  • Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)


Question

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Which type of computing device is primarily designed for personal use and portability?

  • Laptop


Question

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Which components are responsible for temporary and permanent data storage in a computer system? Choose all options that apply.

  • Random Access Memory (RAM)

  • Hard Disk Drive (HDD)


Question

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A user installs a new printer, but it does not function properly after connection. Which step should be the next step to resolve the issue?

  • Check if the correct device drivers are installed


uestion

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Which display configuration setting adjusts how many times per second the image refreshes on the screen?

  • Refresh rate