CompTIA exam questions
Which of the following is the MOST secure method, short of physical destruction, that would be used to ensure that data on a hard drive cannot be recovered?
A. Use a degaussing tool
B. Format the drive
C. Use an overwrite program
D. Repartition the drive
Which of the following methods is BEST used to ensure that data on a hard drive cannot be recovered?
A. Overwrite the drive
B. Use a degaussing tool
C. Repartition the drive
D. Format the drive
Which of the following steps would be performed FIRST to install a fresh copy of Windows 7 Professional on a new hard drive?
A. Format the partition
B. Load any RAID or SATA drivers needed
C. Partition the drive
D. Configure Windows settings
A computer is running very slowly and there is a clicking sound coming from the tower. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A. Format the drive and install the OS.
B. Partition the drive. Format the drive and install the OS.
C. Backup data. Format and install the OS.
D. Backup data. Replace the drive and install the OS.