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Homework 9

Full Name: ______________________ ID: _____________________ Date: ______________

1 Complete this conversation with the present perfect of the verbs in brackets.
A: Hi, Emma. (1) __________________
Have you done (you / do) that job for Mr Jones?
B: No, I (2) ___________
haven’t finished . I (3) __________________
i haven’t had (not have) time.
I (4) __________________
have been (be) so busy this morning.
A: (5) __________________
Have you phoned (you / phone) him to ask what’s wrong?
B: Yes, I (6) ___________
Have .
A: What’s the problem?
B: His screen (7) __________________
has gone (go) blank. He (8) __________________
hasn’t been
(not be) able to access any of his files this morning.
A: (9) __________________
have you checked (he / check) all the cables?
B: Yes, he (10) ___________
has . They’re all OK.
A: I wonder what caused this problem. Any ideas?

2 Write questions in the present perfect.


Example: we / finish / the checks? Have we finished the checks?
11 you / see / Fatma? _______________________________________________
Have you seen Fatma?
12 they / find / the problem? _______________________________________________
Have they found the problem?
13 he / run / the system check? _______________________________________________
Has he run the system check?
14 she / update / the drivers? _______________________________________________
Has she updated the drivers?

3 Rewrite these sentences using the word in bold and is/are used.

Example: This tool tightens screws. to This tool is used to tighten screws.
15 A multimetre measures electrical properties.
to
A multimetre ___________________________
is used to electrical properties.
16 Cable testers check electrical connections in wired devices.
for
Cable testers ___________________________
are used to electrical connections in wired devices.
17 A system diagnostic card tests the system operation as it boots up.
for
A system diagnostic card ___________________________
is used to test the system operation as it boots up.

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18 Diagnostic software identifies problems in computer hardware.
to
Diagnostic software___________________________
is used to identify problems in computer hardware.
19 Wire strippers remove insulation.
for
Wire strippers ___________________________
are used to removed insulation.
4 Complete the words in these sentences.

20 A s _ crewdriver
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ tightens and removes screws.
21 T_weezers
_ _ _ _ _ _ are used to hold small objects.
22 A r _a_t_c_h_e_ t_ _ _ ratchet driver drives screws and nuts easily.
23 A h _ex_ k _ey_ drives screws and bolts into six-sided sockets.
24 P _ _liers
_ _ _ hold objects and cut or bend tough materials.
25 Insertion/Extraction c _ _lips_ _ _ _ _ insert and remove fibre connections in tight spaces.

5 Complete this text with the words in the box. You do not need all the words.

checked disconnected installed plugged saved switched worked

I (26) ____________
switched my computer off yesterday and today I can’t turn it on again. It
(27) ____________
worked fine yesterday. I (28) ____________
checked all the cable connections – they
were all (29) ____________
plugged in correctly. Luckily, I (30) ____________
saved all my files onto a
flash drive, so I can use another computer today.

6. Writing: Write one paragraph about tools and functionalities used to fix a computer (see p.56)

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The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that have relevance to the current situation, which is essential in troubleshooting because it conveys that the actions (e.g., checking cables, phoning for solutions) have been completed and are impacting the current state of the computer system .

Systematic checks, such as making phone calls to ask about specific problems and conducting physical inspections of hardware components, are crucial for gathering information and eliminating variables quickly. This structured approach minimizes unnecessary steps, focuses efforts on actual issues, and speeds up solution implementation by confirming completed actions or detecting unmet conditions .

Equipment or system failures can lead to data loss, corruption, or inaccessibility, severely disrupting workflows and potentially resulting in financial and reputational damage for organizations. Efficient data management practices like regular backups and robust data security measures are therefore critical to mitigate the impact of such failures .

Preemptively checking all cable connections is crucial as loose or improper connections can mimic symptoms of hardware malfunctions, leading to misconceptions and potentially unnecessary replacements or repairs. This step ensures basic connectivity is established and rules out simple causes before delving into more complex diagnosis .

A system diagnostic card tests system operations as they boot up, providing real-time feedback on the functionality of various subsystems. Its advantage lies in quick identification of malfunctions, enabling targeted repairs and reducing downtime by immediately highlighting errors during the boot process .

Saving files on a flash drive ensures data security and prevents data loss during troubleshooting, which could involve steps that risk wiping out configurations or corrupting files. It also allows access to crucial data when using alternative systems if the primary one fails to turn on or experiences dysfunction .

Wire strippers are used to remove insulation from wires, which is essential for making direct connections to power sources or other hardware components. Screwdrivers are used to tighten or remove screws, securing or releasing components within the hardware setup .

Tools like a multimeter measure electrical properties, which can help identify electrical faults in hardware connections. Diagnostic software identifies problems in computer hardware, allowing for targeted solutions by testing the system operation as it boots up or by running checks on different components .

Pliers hold objects firmly, cut, or bend tough materials, facilitating hardware manipulation without damaging components. Tweezers are used to grasp small objects tightly and maneuver them, which is particularly useful in confined spaces often found in computer hardware, ensuring precise assembly or disassembly .

The integration of advanced tool functionalities allows for more comprehensive diagnostics and precise repairs. For example, diagnostic software can run multiple tests concurrently to identify hardware issues quickly, while multimeters provide detailed electrical readings that aid in pinpointing faults, thus streamlining the troubleshooting and repair process and reducing system downtime .

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