CPU Design and Operation Quiz
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Which of the following is the primary function of the CPU?

  • Execute (correct)
  • Store
  • Fetch
  • Encode

    • What are the two main components of the CPU?

  • Cache memory and SSD storage
  • The control unit and the arithmetic logic unit (correct)
  • The control unit and the front side bus
  • The arithmetic logic unit and the front side bus

    • Which component of the computer is responsible for controlling the flow of instructions and data within the CPU?

  • CPU (correct)
  • Clock
  • Cache
  • Front side bus

    • What is the term used to describe the process of running a CPU at a faster speed than the manufacturer recommends?

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

    What is the basis for the different levels of cache memory in a CPU?

    <p>The processor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which CPU feature enables a new set of instructions to start before the previous set is finished?

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

    What is the purpose of a hard drive's seek time?

    <p>The time it takes to locate and retrieve stored data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is part of the Windows memory management system?

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

    What type of memory holds the critical startup instructions for a computer?

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

    Which law predicts the doubling of transistors in a CPU every two years?

    <p>Moore's Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the CPU located on a computer?

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

    What component of a CPU determines its processing power?

    <p>Clock speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about video cards having their own RAM storage is correct?

    <p>Video cards have their own dedicated RAM storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for using multiple monitors in terms of video cards?

    <p>Multiple monitors require multiple video cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is 3D sound the same as surround sound?

    <p>3D sound and surround sound represent distinct audio technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speaker configuration required for Dolby Digital 7.1?

    <p>Eight speakers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Does RAID 0 automatically create data duplicates on identical drives?

    <p>No, RAID 0 does not involve data duplication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does checking the CPU usage figure help in understanding processor performance?

    <p>It shows how hard the processor is working</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of program do computer manufacturers offer to reduce electronic waste?

    <p>Recycling programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component sets the pace for the computer's operations?

    <p>Clock cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the CPU usage graph represent?

    <p>The CPU's usage for the past minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what CPU usage level is a faster CPU recommended for better performance?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory is GDDR5?

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

    What is the process described as 'parallel processing'?

    <p>A network of computers working on the same problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drive is an SSHD drive a combination of?

    <p>Hybrid Drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the system clock act as in a computer?

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

    What is the purpose of seek time in a hard drive?

    <p>Time for the read/write head to move to the correct track</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms refers to concentric circles on a hard drive?

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

    What does RAM stand for in computer terminologies?

    <p>Random Access Memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hyperthreading in a processor?

    <p>Simultaneous execution of more than one instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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