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Test your knowledge on the fundamental components and concepts of computer hardware
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What is the purpose of a power supply?
Stores memory
Processes data
Connects peripherals
Distributes power
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Which type of memory is used for firmware?
RAM
ROM
Cache
SSD
3
True or false: SSDs are faster than HDDs.
True
False
4
What does CPU stand for?
Central Power Unit
Computer Processing Unit
Computer Power Unit
Central Processing Unit
5
What is the purpose of a heat sink?
Cool components
Connect devices
Store data
Process graphics
6
What is the function of a network card?
Manages power
Stores data
Connects to internet
Processes graphics
7
Which port is used for video output?
Audio jack
USB
HDMI
Ethernet
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What does RAM do?
Stores temporary data
Manages power
Processes graphics
Connects peripherals
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What is the main function of the motherboard?
Processes graphics
Manages power supply
Stores data
Connects all components
10
Which type of port is Thunderbolt?
Power port
Audio port
Data and video
USB port
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True or false: RAM is permanent storage.
True
False
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What does GPU stand for?
Graphics Processing Unit
General Processing Unit
Global Processing Unit
Game Processing Unit
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True or false: USB ports are only for data transfer.
True
False
14
Which component is responsible for cooling?
Motherboard
Power supply
CPU cooler
RAM
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True or false: The CPU can multitask.
True
False
16
Which memory type is volatile?
SSD
Flash
RAM
ROM
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Which type of memory is non-volatile?
Registers
Cache
ROM
RAM
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True or false: BIOS is a type of software.
False
True
