Computer Components and Basic Functions

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What is the function of the BIOS chip in a computer?

  • Functions as the computer's short-term memory for multitasking
  • Connects all components and facilitates communication
  • Serves as the primary processing part of a computer
  • Provides essential information for the computer to start up (correct)

Which device serves as the computer's short-term memory for multitasking?

  • RAM (correct)
  • Hard drive
  • BIOS chip
  • CPU

What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?

  • Displays the computer's output on a screen
  • Serves as the primary processing part of a computer (correct)
  • Provides essential information for the computer to start up
  • Functions as the computer's short-term memory for multitasking

Which component requires a video card to display the computer's output on a screen?

<p>Monitor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the power supply in a computer system?

<p>It provides electricity to the computer components (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is the central part of a computer where all components connect and communicate?

<p>Motherboard (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) chip in a computer?

<p>To provide essential information for the computer to start up (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which device is used as a long-term storage device in a computer system?

<p>Hard drive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an input device in a computer system?

<p>To send data into a computer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component functions as the computer's short-term memory for multitasking?

<p>RAM (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of device is used to read and write data from optical discs in a computer system?

<p>CD/DVD/Blu-ray Drive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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  • A computer system is compared to a toaster, both transform inputs into outputs.
  • Input devices send data into a computer, such as a keyboard and mouse.
  • Output devices display or produce data from a computer, like a monitor and speakers.
  • A power supply takes electricity from an outlet and distributes it to the computer components.
  • The motherboard is the central part of a computer where all components connect and communicate.
  • BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) chip provides essential information for the computer to start up.
  • The case protects the computer components and keeps the system cool.
  • CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary processing part of a computer, with Intel and AMD being the major manufacturers.
  • RAM (Random Access Memory) functions as the computer's short-term memory for multitasking.
  • Hard drives are long-term storage devices, with traditional HDDs having moving parts and SSDs having no moving parts.
  • A monitor requires a video card to display the computer's output on a screen.
  • A CD/DVD/Blu-ray Drive reads and writes data from optical discs.
  • Laptops have similar components as desktop computers but are more compact.

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