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Computer Hardware Components Lecture

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What is the function of the system board or motherboard in a computer system?

Provides power to all the computer components

Processes and stores data for the computer system

Controls communication for the entire computer system (correct)

Manages the user interface for the computer system

Which electronic components are housed in the system unit of a computer?

External hard drive and USB devices

Printer and scanner

Monitor and keyboard

Microprocessor and memory (correct)

What is the role of the motherboard in a computer system?

Manages the internet connectivity for the computer system

Provides display output for the computer system

Controls the operations of all other components (correct)

Regulates the temperature of the computer components

Which device is considered as the most popular handheld computer?

Smartphone Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the data path (Bus) in a computer system?

Allows various components to communicate efficiently with one another Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of device drivers in a computer system?

To provide a software interface for the operating system and computer apps to access hardware functions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in system software?

Application software Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an operating system in a computer?

Manages computer resources such as memory, processing, and storage Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for starting or restarting a computer system?

Booting Signup and view all the answers

Which component of system software is responsible for protecting the computer from viruses and performing important maintenance tasks?

Utilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of device drivers in a computer system?

To offer a software interface for the OS and computer apps to access hardware functions Signup and view all the answers

Which component of system software is responsible for coordinating memory, processing, storage, printers, and monitors?

Operating system Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for running more than one program at the same time on a computer?

Multitasking Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of starting or restarting a computer system?