Computer Hardware Components Quiz
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Which component of a computer is responsible for rendering graphics and accelerating certain types of calculations?

  • Storage Drives
  • Cooling System
  • Motherboard
  • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) (correct)

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

  • Converts electrical power into forms for user interaction
  • Responsible for rendering graphics
  • Converts electrical power from an outlet into a form that the computer can use (correct)
  • Dissipates heat generated by the CPU

Which type of software includes the operating system, device drivers, and utility programs?

  • Graphics Software
  • Storage Software
  • Cooling Software
  • System Software (correct)

What is the main function of a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) in a computer system?

<p>Long-term data storage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is responsible for connecting and allowing communication between various hardware components in a computer system?

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

What type of component is used to dissipate heat generated by the CPU and GPU during operation?

<p>Cooling System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of operating systems?

<p>Providing a platform for other software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software is specifically designed for end-users to perform tasks?

<p>Application software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of system administrators or IT professionals?

<p>Managing and maintaining computer systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'data' refer to in the context of computers?

<p>Raw facts, figures, and symbols representing information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of users use computers for personal or professional tasks?

<p>End Users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is application software different from operating systems?

<p>Application software runs on top of the operating system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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