Computer Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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What is the maximum length of a serial cable?

50 feet (15.2 m)

What is the maximum length of a parallel cable?

15 feet (4.5 m)

What is the maximum transmission speed of Gigabit Ethernet?

1000 Mbps

Name an input device used to enter data or instructions into a computer.

<p>Fingerprint scanner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of support do most computers have for audio signals?

<p>Integrated into the motherboard or on an adapter card</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer system?

<p>Executes a program, which is a sequence of stored instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name two major brands of Central Processing Units (CPUs).

<p>Intel and AMD</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a cooling system contribute to the efficiency of a computer?

<p>It draws heat away from the core of the CPU and makes the cooling process more efficient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Random Access Memory (RAM) in a computer system?

<p>It allows you to temporarily store commands and data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of Read Only Memory (ROM) in a computer system?

<p>It retains its contents even after the computer is turned off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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