6 Questions
Which component is responsible for controlling the flow of instructions and data between the CPU, memory, and other components?
Motherboard
What is the primary function of the CPU cache?
Speeding up data access by storing frequently used instructions and data
Which component is responsible for executing arithmetic and logical operations?
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
What is the purpose of a graphics processing unit (GPU)?
Accelerating the rendering of graphics and video
Which type of memory is volatile, meaning its contents are lost when the power is turned off?
RAM
What is the primary role of a compiler in software development?
Translating high-level programming languages into machine code
Test your knowledge of computer components and their primary functions with this quiz. Questions cover topics such as the function of a CPU, the purpose of RAM, and the component responsible for permanently storing data in a computer system.
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