Computer Hardware Basics

Question 1

What component connects the CPU to other parts of the computer?

Accepted Answer

Motherboard

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of input hardware?

Accepted Answer

Keyboard

Question 3

SATA cables are primarily used to connect which component to the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Hard drives

Question 4

What is the purpose of the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

To connect all components of the system

Question 5

Which component is responsible for storing the operating system, applications, and files permanently?

Accepted Answer

HDD

Question 6

What device helps cool down the system unit's components?

Accepted Answer

Heat sink and fan

Question 7

What tool is commonly used to open and assemble a system unit?

Accepted Answer

Screwdriver

Question 8

Which of the following is used to temporarily store data being processed by the CPU?

Accepted Answer

RAM

Question 9

What is the primary function of the heat sink?

Accepted Answer

To dissipate heat from the CPU

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of the system unit?

Accepted Answer

To house internal components

Question 11

Which tool is used to check for electrical continuity in computer components?

Accepted Answer

Multimeter

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of the GPU in a system unit?

Accepted Answer

To render graphics and images

Question 13

What type of memory is volatile and loses its data when the computer is turned off?

Accepted Answer

RAM

Question 14

Which of the following is a storage device that uses flash memory?

Accepted Answer

SSD

Question 15

Which port is commonly used to connect audio output devices?

Accepted Answer

Audio jack

Question 16

What does CMOS stand for?

Accepted Answer

Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor

Question 17

Which storage device is faster and more durable?

Accepted Answer

SSD

Question 18

What is the purpose of a cooling fan in the power supply unit?

Accepted Answer

To prevent overheating of internal components

Question 19

What does the acronym PSU stand for in computer hardware?

Accepted Answer

Power Supply Unit

Question 20

The speed of the CPU is measured in which unit?

Accepted Answer

Hertz (Hz)

Question 21

What is the function of the BIOS in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Loads the operating system

Question 22

Which of the following is not considered a peripheral device?

Accepted Answer

Hard drive

Question 23

What component is considered the brain of the computer?

Accepted Answer

CPU

Question 24

Which of these is not an internal component of the system unit?

Accepted Answer

Monitor

Question 25

Which component regulates the voltage supplied to the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

PSU

Question 26

What type of power connector is commonly used for modern CPUs?

Accepted Answer

8-pin EP

Question 27

Which port is typically used to connect a monitor to the system unit?

Accepted Answer

HDMI

Question 28

What is the function of thermal paste in a system unit?

Accepted Answer

To ensure proper contact between the CPU and the heat sink

Question 29

What is the purpose of the I/O shield in a system unit?

Accepted Answer

To protect the ports on the motherboard

Question 30

What does POST stand for during the boot process?

Accepted Answer

Power-On Self-Test

Computer Hardware Basics

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Computer Hardware Basics

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