Computer Problem Solving for Fourth Graders: A Comprehensive Guide

Question 1

What is the first step to take when your computer is having a problem?

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Restart the computer

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Contact a repair person

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Search the internet for help

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Contact our school's tech support

Question 2

What is a diagnostic tool used for?

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To find possible problems

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To automatically fix computer problems

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To update software

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To make the computer faster

Question 3

What is the best first step in troubleshooting a slow internet connection?

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Reboot the router

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Check the cables

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Contact the internet provider

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Buy a new computer

Question 4

What is the purpose of performing a system restore?

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To bring the computer back to a previous state

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To erase all files from the computer

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To install new software

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To update the operating system

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a good practice for preventing computer problems?

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Downloading software from unknown websites

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Updating software regularly

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Using strong passwords

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Backing up important files

Question 6

Which of these is **not** a typical problem that computers experience?

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Lightning damage

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Slow performance

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Frozen screen

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Missing files

Question 7

What does a firewall do on a computer?

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Blocks people from accessing your computer without permission

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Makes your internet faster

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Removes viruses from your computer

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Helps you organize your files

Question 8

Which of these can you use to find and remove viruses?

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Antivirus software

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Internet browser

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File explorer

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Control panel

Question 9

What should you do if you think your computer has a virus?

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Run an antivirus scan and remove the virus

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Ignore it and hope it goes away

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Download more software to fix it

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Call a computer technician

Question 10

What does 'cache' mean in the context of computers?

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A temporary storage space for often-used data

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A permanent storage space for all files

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A type of computer virus

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A program that helps fix problems

Question 11

Which of these is **not** an advantage of using a cloud storage service?

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Increased risk of data loss

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Access to files from any device

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Reduced storage space needed on your computer

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Automatic backup of files

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a common reason why computers have problems?

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Earthquakes or floods

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Broken parts inside the computer

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People making mistakes when using the computer

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Errors in the computer's programs

Question 13

Which of these tools can help you find out what's wrong with your computer?

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Event Viewer

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A magic wand

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A magnifying glass

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Your imagination

Question 14

What good thing can happen if you learn how to fix computer problems?

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You can save time and money

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You can impress your friends

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You can become a superhero

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You can make your computer fly

Question 15

What does RAM stand for?

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Random Access Memory

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Really Awesome Memory

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Read And Memorize

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Rapid Action Memory

Question 16

Which of these is a type of bad software?

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A virus

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A teddy bear

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A rainbow

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A unicorn

Question 17

What problem is NOT related to computer hardware?

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Virus infection

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Frozen screen

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Overheating

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Broken keyboard

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a good practice when troubleshooting computer problems?

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Ignore the problem and hope it will disappear

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Keep a record of the steps you take

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Try different solutions

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Contact a technician if needed

Question 19

Why do we use a system restore point?

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To undo changes made to the computer

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To make a copy of our important files

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To fix problems with hardware

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To make the computer run faster

Question 20

What is a common problem that can occur with computers?

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The computer is slow

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The computer won't turn on

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The computer screen is blank

Question 21

What should you try first when your computer is acting strangely?

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Restart the computer

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Run a virus scan

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Take it to a repair shop

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Reinstall the operating system

Question 22

What's a good habit to have when troubleshooting computer problems?

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Keep a record of the steps you take

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Click on everything you see

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Ignore any error messages

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Give up easily

Question 23

You accidentally deleted an important file. What should you do first to try and get it back?

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Check the Recycle Bin.

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Contact the person who created the file.

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Use a data recovery tool.

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Run a system restore.

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a sign that your computer might have a virus?

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The computer is running faster than usual.

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You're seeing a lot of pop-up windows.

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The computer is running slowly.

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Files are being deleted without your knowledge.

Question 25

Which of these is NOT a good habit for preventing computer problems?

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Installing software from untrustworthy sources.

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Updating software regularly.

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Running regular antivirus scans.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a common computer problem experienced by users?

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Broken Monitor

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Slow performance

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Blue screen

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Frozen screen

Question 27

What is the first step you should take when troubleshooting a computer problem?

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Identify what is not working well

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Check the internet connection

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Restart the computer

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Look for answers online

Question 28

What might be a sign that your computer is overheating?

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Computer shuts down unexpectedly

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Keyboard not working

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Slow internet speed

Question 29

What is the best way to prevent computer overheating?

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Keep the computer in a well-ventilated area

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Update the software

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Run a virus scan

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Close all programs

Question 30

What should you do if your computer screen freezes?

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Restart the computer

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Turn off and on the monitor

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Check for updates

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Close all the tabs

Question 31

What is a blue screen error?

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A serious problem that requires restarting the computer

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A sign that your computer is infected with a virus

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A message that pops up when you need to update software

Question 32

What is the main purpose of an antivirus program?

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To detect and remove viruses

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To organize files

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To speed up the computer

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To back up your data

Question 33

What is a good way to protect your computer from getting viruses?

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Use a strong password

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Disable the antivirus software

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Click on links in emails from unknown senders

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Download software from unreliable websites

Question 34

What should you do if you cannot fix a computer problem on your own?

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Ask a teacher or adult for help

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Keep trying to fix it yourself

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Ignore the problem and hope it goes away

Question 35

Which of the following is a smart habit to have when using computers?

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Back up your files regularly

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Leave your computer on all the time

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Download every file you find online

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Open attachments from suspicious emails

Question 36

If you're having trouble loading websites in an internet browser, what should you check first?

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Your internet connection

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Your computer's operating system

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Your browser settings

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Your computer's storage space

Question 37

Which of these is a sign that your computer might have a virus?

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Slow performance

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Increased storage space

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Longer battery life

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A new desktop background

Question 38

What could cause a computer screen to go black?

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A loose monitor cable

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A full hard drive

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A software update

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A virus

Question 39

What is a responsible practice when troubleshooting computer problems?

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Keeping a record of the steps you take and the solutions you try

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Guessing at the solution without testing it

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Ignoring the problem and hoping it goes away

Question 40

If your computer is running slowly, what's a good way to speed it up?

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Close programs you aren't using

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Open more programs

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Put in a faster computer chip

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Delete some files

Question 41

Why do we restart our computers sometimes?

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To clear its memory and make it work like new

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To install updates

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To delete files

Question 42

Which of these helps keep your computer healthy and running smoothly?

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Updating its software regularly

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Using the computer in very hot or cold places

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Installing programs from unknown sources

Question 43

What should you do if you've tried everything to fix a computer problem, but it's still not working?

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Ask for help from a tech person

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Search online for more troubleshooting tips

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Keep trying to fix it yourself forever

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Ignore it and hope it goes away on its own

Question 44

What tool can help you figure out why a computer isn't working correctly?

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System logs

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A magnifying glass

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A calculator

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A ruler

Question 45

Why is it helpful to write down what happened when your computer has a problem?

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It helps you remember and fix it later, or tell someone else about it

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To show off to your friends

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It's a waste of time

Question 46

Your computer is running very slowly. What is the first thing you should try to make it faster?

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Restart the computer.

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Call a computer repair person.

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Try to run a different program.

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Check the internet connection.

Question 47

You can't hear any sound from your computer. What might be the problem?

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The volume might be muted.

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The computer might be broken.

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The internet connection might be down.

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The monitor is not plugged in.

Question 48

Your computer says "No internet connection." What should you check first?

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The Wi-Fi connection or Ethernet cable.

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The computer's hard drive.

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The monitor settings.

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The power supply of the computer.

Question 49

You want to print a document, but your printer isn't working. What should you do first?

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Check if the printer is turned on and connected to the computer.

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Check the internet connection.

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Try restarting the computer.

Question 50

You accidentally closed a program you were using. How can you get it back?

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Use the "undo" command or look for it in the recent files list.

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Call a computer repair person.

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Turn off the computer and turn it back on.

Question 51

Your computer shows a blue screen with an error message. What does this usually mean?

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The computer has a serious problem.

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The computer is running slowly.

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The internet connection is down.

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The printer is not working.

Question 52

Why is it a good idea to restart your computer sometimes?

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To close programs and make the computer faster.

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To check the internet connection.

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To install a new program.

Question 53

Your computer says "virus detected." What should you do?

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Run a virus scan with your antivirus program.

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Restart the computer.

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Ignore the message.