IT Infrastructure Quiz

What does IT infrastructure primarily consist of?

• Only hardware

• Only software

• Hardware, software, and services

• Networking components only

Which of the following is an example of an emerging technology?

• Mainframe computers

• Quantum computing

• Desktop computers

• Inkjet printers

Cloud computing is best defined as:

• A technology for hardware maintenance

• Computing resources delivered over the internet

• Local storage on physical hard drives

• High-speed processing on local servers

Which of the following is NOT part of IT infrastructure?

• Servers

• Routers

• Databases

• Human resources department

What is the main purpose of virtualization in IT infrastructure?

• To improve email services

• To create a virtual version of hardware or software

• To increase network bandwidth

• To reduce the number of employees needed

Which of the following is a characteristic of Edge Computing?

• Processing data in a centralized cloud

• Processing data near the source of data generation

• Improving website loading speeds

• Only storing data locally

Which technology allows for processing massive amounts of data to generate insights in real-time?

• Blockchain

• Big Data analytics

• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

• Internet Protocol (IP)

What is the main advantage of cloud computing?

• Higher energy consumption

• Scalable and flexible access to resources

• Physical storage limitations

• Requires constant local updates

Which emerging technology allows devices to communicate directly with one another, forming smart networks?

• Artificial Intelligence

• Internet of Things (IoT)

• Virtualization

• Fiber-optic networks

Which of the following is a benefit of IT infrastructure standardization?

• Increased system complexity

• Lower maintenance costs and increased efficiency

• Difficulty in integrating new technologies

• Increased software licensing costs