Linux Partitions
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- 1.
Before using a hard disk, you must (choose the correct order):
- A.
Mount, format, make partitions
- B.
Format, make partitions, mount
- C.
Make partitions, format, mount
- D.
Make partitions, mount, format
Correct Answer
C. Make partitions, format, mountExplanation
Before using a hard disk, you must first make partitions on it. This is important because it allows you to divide the disk into separate sections, each with its own file system. Once the partitions are created, you need to format them. Formatting involves preparing the partitions to store data by setting up the file system and directory structure. Finally, after the partitions are formatted, you can mount them. Mounting is the process of making the partitions accessible to the operating system, allowing you to read from and write to them.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the name of partition that only can be created within the extended partition?
- A.
Primary
- B.
Extended
- C.
Logical
- D.
NTFS
Correct Answer
C. LogicalExplanation
A logical partition is a type of partition that can only be created within an extended partition. Extended partitions are a way to create additional partitions on a hard drive when the maximum limit of primary partitions has been reached. Logical partitions are used to further divide the extended partition into smaller sections. Therefore, the correct answer is "Logical."Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many maximum primary partitions can be made?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
D. 4Explanation
The maximum number of primary partitions that can be made is 4. In computer storage, a primary partition is a type of partition that can be used to install an operating system or store data. The partition table of a disk can have a maximum of 4 primary partitions. This limitation is due to the partitioning scheme used by most computer systems, such as the Master Boot Record (MBR) partitioning scheme. If more partitions are required, an extended partition can be created which can then be divided into logical partitions.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The second partition of the first IDE hard disk, listed as:
- A.
/dev/hdb1
- B.
/dev/hda2
- C.
/dev/sdb1
- D.
/dev/sda2
Correct Answer
B. /dev/hda2Explanation
The correct answer is /dev/hda2 because it follows the naming convention for IDE hard disks. The "hda" indicates the first IDE hard disk, and the number "2" represents the second partition on that disk.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The first partition of the SATA second hard disk, listed as:
- A.
/dev/hdb1
- B.
/dev/hda2
- C.
/dev/sdb1
- D.
/dev/sda2
Correct Answer
C. /dev/sdb1Explanation
The correct answer is /dev/sdb1 because it is the first partition of the SATA second hard disk. The naming convention for hard disks in Linux starts with /dev/sd, followed by a letter indicating the disk, and a number indicating the partition. In this case, "sdb1" indicates the first partition of the second SATA hard disk.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The list below are valid file system format for Linux, except:
- A.
Ext2
- B.
Vfat
- C.
Swap
- D.
Raiserfs
Correct Answer
B. VfatExplanation
The given list consists of valid file system formats for Linux, except for "vfat". vfat is a file system format commonly used in Windows operating systems, not Linux. Linux primarily uses file system formats like ext2, swap, and raiserfs.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The minimum partitions/mount points should be made in Linux installation, are:
- A.
Swap and /boot
- B.
/boot and /
- C.
/ and swap
- D.
Swap and /var
Correct Answer
C. / and swapExplanation
The minimum partitions/mount points that should be made in a Linux installation are the root ("/") partition and the swap partition. The root partition is where the operating system files and directories are stored, while the swap partition is used for virtual memory. These two partitions are essential for the functioning of the Linux system.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Partitions/mount points that should be be created separately, because it's size always growing, are:
- A.
/var and /home
- B.
/home and /boot
- C.
/boot and /var
- D.
/var and /tmp
Correct Answer
A. /var and /homeExplanation
The partitions/mount points that should be created separately because their size always grows are /var and /home. These directories often contain user-generated data, logs, temporary files, and other files that can increase in size over time. By creating separate partitions for /var and /home, it allows for easier management and allocation of storage space as these directories continue to grow. It also helps to prevent one directory from affecting the other in case of any issues or errors.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which partitions with file system that should not be removed, if you want to keep your Windows active?
- A.
NTFS
- B.
Ext3
- C.
Swap
- D.
Ext2
Correct Answer
A. NTFSExplanation
NTFS is the file system used by Windows operating systems. If you want to keep your Windows active, you should not remove the partition with the NTFS file system. This is because NTFS is specifically designed for Windows and removing it would likely result in the loss of important system files and data necessary for the operating system to function properly.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How much swap partition size you need to setup for Linux?
- A.
Once system RAM size
- B.
Twice system RAM size
- C.
Three times system RAM size
- D.
Four times system RAM size
Correct Answer
B. Twice system RAM sizeExplanation
The recommended swap partition size for Linux is twice the size of the system RAM. This is because the swap partition acts as virtual memory and is used when the system runs out of physical memory. By having a swap partition that is twice the size of the RAM, it allows for efficient memory management and ensures that the system has enough space to handle any potential memory demands or spikes in usage.Rate this question:
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