Here are the 50 best help desk and desktop support interview questions and answers with the help of ChatGPT.

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00:51 What is the role of a help desk technician?
01:03 How would you handle a user who is unable to access their email?
01:17 What steps would you take to diagnose a slow internet connection issue?
01:34 How would you assist a user who forgot their password?
01:50 How do you prioritize multiple support tickets with varying levels of urgency?
02:06 What are the common causes of a computer freezing or crashing?
02:19 How would you assist a user who is unable to print a document?
02:38 What steps would you take to troubleshoot a user reporting no sound from their computer speakers?
02:58 How would you handle a user who has accidentally deleted an important file?
03:15 How would you address a user who is experiencing frequent email spam?
03:35 A user reports that their computer displays a "No bootable device" error. How would you troubleshoot this issue?
03:59 What steps would you take to troubleshoot network connectivity issues for a user who cannot connect to the internet?
04:22 How would you handle a user who reports frequent application crashes?
04:45 A user complains of slow computer performance. What steps would you take to diagnose and improve system speed?
05:08 How would you handle a user who is frustrated and angry due to technical issues?
05:31 How would you handle a user who is experiencing a repeated technical issue despite previous attempts to resolve it?
05:54 Describe a time when you had to deal with an irate or difficult customer. How did you handle the situation?
06:18 How do you stay updated with the latest technology trends and advancements in the IT industry?
06:44 How would you prioritize your workload when faced with multiple urgent support tickets simultaneously?
07:08 Describe your approach to documenting and maintaining knowledge base articles or support documentation?
07:34 A user reports that their computer is displaying a blue screen with an error message. How would you troubleshoot this issue?
07:58 How would you assist a user who is unable to connect to a wireless network?
08:21 What steps would you take to troubleshoot email synchronization issues on a mobile device?
08:44 How would you handle a user who receives frequent phishing emails and is concerned about security?
09:09 A user reports that their computer is displaying "low disk space" warnings. How would you address this issue?
09:34 Explain the concept of IP addressing and its importance in computer networks.
09:53 What is Active Directory, and how does it facilitate user management in a Windows environment?
10:12 Describe the difference between a physical server and a virtual server
10:35 What is the purpose of a firewall, and how does it enhance network security?
10:57 Explain the concept of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) and its benefits.
11:20 A user reports that they are unable to access a specific website, while others can. What steps would you take to troubleshoot this issue?
11:45 How would you troubleshoot a user's issue with an application that crashes upon launch, without generating any error messages?
12:09 Describe your approach to diagnosing and resolving intermittent network connectivity issues.
12:34 How would you assist a user who has accidentally deleted an entire folder containing critical files?
12:55 Explain the concept of remote desktop protocol (RDP) and its potential security risks.
13:20 Explain the difference between a router and a switch in a computer network.
13:40 How would you troubleshoot a user's issue with a printer that is not printing any documents?
14:01 Describe the steps you would take to set up a new user account in an Active Directory environment.
14:22 What are the key components of a disaster recovery plan, and why are they important?
14:48 How would you troubleshoot a user's issue with a VPN connection that fails to establish?
15:11 Explain the concept of virtualization and its benefits in an IT infrastructure.
15:35 What are the primary differences between POP3 and IMAP email protocols?
16:00 Describe your approach to resolving software compatibility issues between different versions of an operating system.
16:22 How would you assist a user who is experiencing performance issues with a specific application on their computer?
16:45 Explain the concept of RAID levels, and discuss the pros and cons of different RAID configurations.
17:15 How would you troubleshoot a user's issue with a sporadic system freeze or crash?
17:34 Explain the process of troubleshooting a user's issue with a non-functional USB device.
17:55 How would you assist a user who cannot access shared network resources due to permission issues?
18:17 Describe your approach to resolving an issue where a user's email client is unable to send or receive messages.
18:38 How would you handle a user reporting slow network performance in a remote office location?