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Normal basic technical question and some simple aptitude question which anyone can solve.
Hardware refers to physical components of a computer system, while software refers to programs and applications that run on the system.
Hardware includes components such as the CPU, motherboard, RAM, and hard drive.
Software includes programs such as Microsoft Office, web browsers, and antivirus software.
Hardware is tangible and can be physically touched, while software is intangible and cannot be touched.
Hardware can be...
I live in New York City. My favorite place to visit is Central Park.
I enjoy walking around the park and taking in the scenery
I love visiting the Central Park Zoo and seeing the animals
I often have picnics with friends and family on the Great Lawn
During the winter, I like to go ice skating at Wollman Rink
Cognizant interview questions for designations
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
The OSI model is a conceptual framework that standardizes the functions of a telecommunication or computing system into seven layers.
The OSI model stands for Open Systems Interconnection model.
It helps in understanding how different networking protocols work together.
The seven layers are: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.
Each layer has specific functions and communicates w...
IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, allowing for more unique addresses and improved security features.
IPv4 addresses are written in decimal format (e.g. 192.168.1.1) while IPv6 addresses are written in hexadecimal format (e.g. 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334)
IPv4 supports around 4.3 billion unique addresses, while IPv6 supports around 340 undecillion unique addresses
IPv4 uses ARP (Addr...
OST and PST files are Outlook data files used by Microsoft Outlook to store emails, contacts, calendar events, and other data.
OST file is an offline Outlook data file that allows users to access their emails and other data even when not connected to the internet.
PST file is a personal storage table file used to store emails, contacts, calendar events, and other data in Microsoft Outlook.
OST files are typically used wit...
Troubleshooting wifi involves checking network settings, signal strength, and device connectivity.
Check if wifi is enabled on the device
Ensure the correct network is selected
Restart the router and modem
Move closer to the router to improve signal strength
Update wifi drivers on the device
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.
Medium to hard question.
One is easy problem another one medium problem.
My strength lies in my ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently and effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Attention to detail
Experience with various operating systems and software applications
I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a network management protocol used to automatically assign IP addresses to devices on a network.
Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network
Helps in managing and organizing network resources efficiently
Reduces the need for manual configuration of IP addresses
Ensures that each device on the network has a unique IP address
DHCP server leases IP addre
LAN stands for Local Area Network, a network that connects computers and devices within a limited area such as a home, office, or building.
LAN is a network that covers a small geographic area, typically within a single building or campus.
It allows connected devices to communicate with each other and share resources such as files, printers, and internet access.
LANs are commonly used in homes, offices, schools, and other...
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.
You can find the IP address using the 'ipconfig' command in Windows or 'ifconfig' command in Linux.
In Windows, open Command Prompt and type 'ipconfig'. Look for 'IPv4 Address' under the network adapter you are using.
In Linux, open Terminal and type 'ifconfig'. Look for 'inet' under the network adapter you are using.
You can also use 'hostname -I' command in Linux to quickly find the IP address.
I applied via Shine and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.
Outlook is a personal information manager from Microsoft used for email, calendar, contacts, and tasks.
Open Outlook and click on File > Add Account
Enter your email address and password
Follow the prompts to complete the setup
Configure server settings if necessary
Test the account to ensure it is working properly
DHCP assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. DNS translates domain names to IP addresses.
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
It automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network
DNS stands for Domain Name System
It translates domain names to IP addresses
DNS is used to access websites and other resources on the internet
Questions related to networking and technical support.
Router connects multiple networks and switches connect devices within a network.
TCP is a connection-oriented protocol while UDP is connectionless.
SMTP uses port number 25 and POP3 uses port number 110.
Printer is a device that produces a hard copy of digital documents.
To add a new printer, go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Add a Printer.
BSOD (Blue Screen o...
A set of technical questions related to desktop support engineering.
APIPA is Automatic Private IP Addressing used when DHCP server is not available.
Subnet mask is used to divide an IP address into network and host portions.
IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses.
There are two types of OS installation: clean installation and upgrade installation.
BIOS is a firmware that initializes hardware during bo...
1) I have one laptop and network is not working in this laptop. How to fix it?
2) I have one desktop and display is not coming then how to troubleshoot it?
3) I have one laptop and power is not coming in this laptop then how to troubleshoot it?
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