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Which of the following is the most accurate definition of computer hardware?
Which of the following is the most accurate definition of computer hardware?
- The wireless connections that enable communication between devices.
- The intangible components that manage computer resources.
- The physical parts of a computer system that can be seen and touched. (correct)
- The programs and applications that run on a computer system.
A technician is troubleshooting a computer that won't power on. They suspect a faulty component inside the system unit. Which type of hardware should they primarily focus on?
A technician is troubleshooting a computer that won't power on. They suspect a faulty component inside the system unit. Which type of hardware should they primarily focus on?
- Internal hardware (correct)
- External hardware
- Network adapters
- Peripheral devices
Which of the following actions would primarily involve interacting directly with external hardware?
Which of the following actions would primarily involve interacting directly with external hardware?
- Saving a document to the hard drive.
- Processing data using the CPU.
- Managing memory allocation.
- Using a mouse to navigate a program's interface. (correct)
A computer user is experiencing slow application loading times. While internal hard drive issues are suspected, which internal component is most directly responsible for executing the instructions to load the application?
A computer user is experiencing slow application loading times. While internal hard drive issues are suspected, which internal component is most directly responsible for executing the instructions to load the application?
A graphic designer needs to improve the rendering speed of large image files. Which hardware upgrade would most directly address this need?
A graphic designer needs to improve the rendering speed of large image files. Which hardware upgrade would most directly address this need?
Which of the following is NOT an example of external hardware?
Which of the following is NOT an example of external hardware?
A user reports that their computer is not producing any sound. After checking the speakers, which internal hardware component should be investigated?
A user reports that their computer is not producing any sound. After checking the speakers, which internal hardware component should be investigated?
Which of these hardware components directly provides power to all other components within the computer system?
Which of these hardware components directly provides power to all other components within the computer system?
A computer is running slowly, and a technician suspects that it is due to insufficient memory. Which hardware component is most likely the focus of an upgrade to address this issue?
A computer is running slowly, and a technician suspects that it is due to insufficient memory. Which hardware component is most likely the focus of an upgrade to address this issue?
Which component connects the CPU, RAM, and other hardware components, allowing them to communicate?
Which component connects the CPU, RAM, and other hardware components, allowing them to communicate?
Flashcards
Computer Hardware
Computer Hardware
Physical components of a computer system you can see and touch.
External Hardware
External Hardware
Hardware located outside the computer's system unit.
Internal Hardware
Internal Hardware
Hardware located inside the computer's system unit.
Mouse
Mouse
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Keyboard
Keyboard
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Projector
Projector
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Printer
Printer
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Thumb Drive
Thumb Drive
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Headphones
Headphones
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CPU
CPU
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Study Notes
- Computer hardware constitutes the physical components of computer systems.
- Computer hardware is tangible and perceptible by touch.
- Computer hardware is classified into two categories: external and internal.
External Hardware
- External hardware refers to components located outside the system unit.
- External hardware is tactile.
- Enhances computer functionality through attachment.
- Examples of external hardware: mouse, keyboard, projector, printer, thumb drive, headphones.
Internal Hardware
- Internal hardware is situated inside the system unit.
- Internal hardware is non-tactile.
- Critical for the computer system's operation.
- Examples of internal hardware: RAM, ROM, CPU, motherboard, sound card, fan, power supply, graphics card.
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