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What is the role of software in a computer system?

  • Gives instructions for the hardware to execute (correct)
  • Acts as the computer's body
  • Is the primary circuit board inside a computer
  • Provides the physical infrastructure necessary to run the system

    • Which component of a computer system acts as the 'soul' according to the text?

  • Memory (RAM)
  • Software (correct)
  • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
  • Central Processing Unit (CPU)

    • What does the motherboard do in a computer system?

  • Acts as the backbone that ties all components together (correct)
  • Is where the CPU is inserted
  • Transfers data between parts
  • Provides the physical infrastructure necessary to run the system

    • Which component is NOT mentioned as part of a computer's major hardware components?

    <p>Display Monitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the CPU socket on a motherboard?

    <p>Allows for CPU insertion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is considered the 'body' of a computer system according to the text?

    <p>Hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer system?

    <p>Provides power to the entire system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component inside a computer system essentially allows all parts to communicate with each other?

    <p>Motherboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the BIOS/UEFI chip contain?

    <p>Both BIOS and UEFI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component initializes the hardware during the booting process?

    <p>BIOS/UEFI chip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Input/Output (I/O) panel on a motherboard?

    <p>Contains ports for external connections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of slots allow users to add expansion cards like graphics cards?

    <p>PCI Express (PCIe)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Expansion (Peripheral Slots) on a motherboard?

    <p>Allow users to add expansion cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component varies depending on the CPU architecture?

    <p>RAM slots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common types of computer ports mentioned in the text?

    <p>Display ports like HDMI and VGA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the AGP slot on a motherboard?

    <p>Interface for older graphics cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of SSDs compared to HDDs?

    <p>Higher cost per gigabyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage device type tends to produce more heat?

    <p>HDDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory is used by SSDs?

    <p>Flash memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which configuration are HDDs still more common?

    <p>Extremely high-capacity configurations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drives are Hybrid Drives composed of?

    <p>HDDs and SSDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the most used data stored in Hybrid Drives?

    <p>On the SSD portion for faster access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which purpose is an SSD recommended according to the text?

    <p>High-speed performance, especially for operating system and applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor might make an HDD a better choice according to the text?

    <p>Large amount of storage capacity at a lower cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of a CPU is responsible for performing arithmetic and logic operations?

    <p>Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the CPU directs all processor operations and includes stages like fetch, decode, execute, and writeback?

    <p>Control Unit (CU)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory provides high-speed data access to the processor and is divided into L1, L2, and sometimes L3 caches?

    <p>Cache Memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does clock speed measure in a CPU?

    <p>Cycles per Second</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of multi-core CPUs?

    <p>Increase Performance and Multitasking Capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CPU cache size refer to?

    <p>Amount of High-Speed Memory in the CPU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a CPU, which component is used to hold data that is being processed or about to be processed?

    <p>Registers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stages does the Control Unit (CU) direct in a CPU's operations?

    <p>Fetch, Decode, Execute, Writeback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of having more RAM in a computer?

    <p>Running more programs simultaneously and faster task performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of RAM is faster and more reliable but also more expensive than DRAM?

    <p>SRAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of cache memory within the CPU?

    <p>Providing short-term storage for frequently accessed data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage device retains data even when the computer is powered off?

    <p>Hard Disk Drive (HDD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism do Hard Disk Drives (HDD) use to store data?

    <p>Rotating magnetic disks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage device is generally cheaper per gigabyte compared to SSDs?

    <p>Hard Disk Drive (HDD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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