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Computer Hardware Basics and System Devices
Computer Hardware Basics and System Devices
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Explore fundamental concepts of computer hardware and test your knowledge with these quiz questions
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1
Which memory type is specifically designed for error correction in servers and workstations?
DDR
SODIMM
Cache memory
ECC RAM
2
Which of the following is NOT a common motherboard socket type?
LGA
HDMI
PGA
BGA
3
Which cooling system is best suited for high-end gaming PCs or systems in high-temperature environments?
Air cooling with fans
Thermal pads
Liquid cooling systems
Passive heat sinks
4
Which CPU feature allows a single physical processor to act like multiple logical processors?
Virtual memory
Cache memory
HyperThreading (HT)
Symmetric multiprocessing (SMP)
5
ECC RAM can detect and correct single-bit memory errors.
False
True
6
A power supply unit (PSU) provides both AC and DC power to system components.
True
False
7
Virtual memory is faster than physical RAM.
False
True
8
What is the primary difference between an HDD and an SSD?
HDDs use NAND flash, while SSDs use magnetic storage
SSDs have slower read speeds than HDDs
HDDs use magnetic storage, while SSDs use NAND flash memory
SSDs have moving parts, while HDDs are purely electronic
9
Which of the following is a benefit of using a modular PSU?
Reduces cable clutter
Increases power consumption
Increases cooling requirements
Prevents overheating
10
What type of RAID provides fault tolerance by duplicating data across two disks?
RAID 1
RAID 10
RAID 0
RAID 5
11
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Solid-State Drive (SSD)?
Uses spinning platters to store data
Reduced mechanical failure risk
Flash memory technology
Higher read performance compared to HDDs
12
What is the function of thermal paste in a cooling system?
Acts as a permanent adhesive for the CPU
Lowers CPU clock speed
Prevents dust accumulation
Eliminates air gaps for better heat transfer
13
RAID 0 provides fault tolerance by mirroring data across two or more drives.
True
False
14
Liquid cooling systems require periodic maintenance, such as draining and refilling the coolant.
True
False
15
What is the main function of a Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer?
Generate heat for the system
Store electrical power
Convert AC to DC
Convert DC to AC
