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What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?
What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?
- To manage the computer's power consumption
- To handle the operating system's background processes
- To temporarily store data and instructions for rapid access by the CPU (correct)
- To provide long-term storage for data and programs
Why is RAM considered a type of volatile memory?
Why is RAM considered a type of volatile memory?
- Because it can only be accessed in a specific order
- Because it can only be used for temporary storage
- Because it has a limited capacity for data storage
- Because it requires a constant power supply to retain data (correct)
How is the speed of RAM measured?
How is the speed of RAM measured?
- In gigabytes (GB)
- In teraflops (TFLOPS)
- In megabits per second (Mbps)
- In megahertz (MHz) (correct)
What is the primary difference between RAM and long-term storage devices like hard drives and SSDs?
What is the primary difference between RAM and long-term storage devices like hard drives and SSDs?
How does the speed and capacity of RAM affect the overall performance of a computer system?
How does the speed and capacity of RAM affect the overall performance of a computer system?
Which of the following is not a function of RAM in a computer system?
Which of the following is not a function of RAM in a computer system?
How does the capacity of RAM affect a computer's performance?
How does the capacity of RAM affect a computer's performance?
What is the primary difference between the role of RAM and the role of long-term storage devices like hard drives and SSDs in a computer system?
What is the primary difference between the role of RAM and the role of long-term storage devices like hard drives and SSDs in a computer system?
What does CMOS stand for in computer hardware?
What does CMOS stand for in computer hardware?
Which component of a computer system converts electrical power from the wall outlet into a format usable by the computer components?
Which component of a computer system converts electrical power from the wall outlet into a format usable by the computer components?
What is the primary function of a parallel port in computer hardware?
What is the primary function of a parallel port in computer hardware?
Which component is responsible for executing instructions of a computer program?
Which component is responsible for executing instructions of a computer program?
What stores the system time, date, and hardware configuration on a computer motherboard?
What stores the system time, date, and hardware configuration on a computer motherboard?
Which type of port is used to connect older devices like modems and printers?
Which type of port is used to connect older devices like modems and printers?
What enables the CMOS memory to retain settings even when the computer is turned off?
What enables the CMOS memory to retain settings even when the computer is turned off?
Which storage device is known for generating more noise and heat due to its moving parts?
Which storage device is known for generating more noise and heat due to its moving parts?
What type of memory do SSDs use to store data?
What type of memory do SSDs use to store data?
In terms of speed, how do SSDs generally compare to HDDs?
In terms of speed, how do SSDs generally compare to HDDs?
What is a disadvantage of SSDs compared to HDDs?
What is a disadvantage of SSDs compared to HDDs?
Which storage device is recommended for those seeking the fastest performance for their operating system and applications?
Which storage device is recommended for those seeking the fastest performance for their operating system and applications?
What does an SSHD primarily use to store the most frequently accessed data for faster retrieval?
What does an SSHD primarily use to store the most frequently accessed data for faster retrieval?
If a user requires a large storage capacity at a lower cost, what type of storage device would be more suitable?
If a user requires a large storage capacity at a lower cost, what type of storage device would be more suitable?
'Catching up' in the context of the text refers to which aspect regarding SSDs and HDDs?
'Catching up' in the context of the text refers to which aspect regarding SSDs and HDDs?
What is the primary function of computer hardware?
What is the primary function of computer hardware?
Which component can be considered as the 'body' of a computer?
Which component can be considered as the 'body' of a computer?
What is the function of the motherboard's bus?
What is the function of the motherboard's bus?
Which component is responsible for storing data on a computer?
Which component is responsible for storing data on a computer?
What is the function of the Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer system?
What is the function of the Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer system?
Where is the central processing unit (CPU) inserted in a computer system?
Where is the central processing unit (CPU) inserted in a computer system?
What is the primary function of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)?
What is the primary function of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)?
Which of the following is a key component of a GPU?
Which of the following is a key component of a GPU?
What is the primary advantage of a GPU having its own CPU and memory?
What is the primary advantage of a GPU having its own CPU and memory?
What is the relationship between a GPU and a computer's CPU and RAM?
What is the relationship between a GPU and a computer's CPU and RAM?
What is the primary use case for a combination of an SSD and an HDD in a modern computer?
What is the primary use case for a combination of an SSD and an HDD in a modern computer?
Which of the following is a key limitation of a GPU?
Which of the following is a key limitation of a GPU?
What is the primary purpose of the VRAM used by the GPU?
What is the primary purpose of the VRAM used by the GPU?