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What is the role of hardware components in a computer system?
Provide the physical infrastructure necessary to run the system
Which component is often referred to as the backbone of a computer system?
Motherboard
Where is the Central Processing Unit (CPU) inserted in a computer system?
CPU Socket
What type of instructions does software provide in a computer system?
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Which component acts as the 'soul' of a computer system?
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What does the motherboard's bus do in a computer system?
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Which component is responsible for storing data in a computer system?
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Where are memory (RAM) modules inserted in a computer system?
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What is the primary role of software in a computer system?
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Which component is considered the 'backbone' of a computer system?
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What is the purpose of the CMOS chip on a motherboard?
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Which component is responsible for performing arithmetic and logic operations within the CPU?
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What is the function of the Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer system?
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Which type of memory provides high-speed data access to the CPU and reduces access time from main memory?
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What does clock speed measure in a CPU?
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What is the purpose of multi-core CPUs in modern processors?
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Which component on a motherboard is responsible for initializing hardware during the booting process?
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What type of ports are used to connect older devices like printers and modems?
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What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?
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Which component is responsible for directing all processor operations, including fetch and execute stages?
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What is the unit used to measure RAM speed?
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Which type of RAM needs to be refreshed thousands of times per second?
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What advantage does Solid State Drives (SSD) have over Hard Disk Drives (HDD)?
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Which storage device retains data even when powered off?
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What is the main advantage of using a Hybrid Drive (SSHD)?
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Which component has its own CPU and memory, allowing it to perform tasks independently?
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What is the main disadvantage of using Hard Disk Drives (HDD) compared to Solid State Drives (SSD)?
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What factor determines the overall speed and efficiency of a computer system?
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What type of RAM is faster and more reliable than DRAM?
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What is the unit used to measure HDD capacities?
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What is the function of the Control Unit (CU) in a CPU?
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Explain the purpose of the CMOS chip on a computer motherboard.
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What is the primary role of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) in a CPU?
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Describe the purpose of the Expansion Slots on a motherboard.
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What is the significance of the Cache Memory in a CPU?
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Explain the function of the Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer system.
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What are the main considerations when choosing a CPU?
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Describe the role of RAM in a computer system.
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What is the purpose of the I/O Panel on a motherboard?
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Explain the significance of Multi-Core CPUs in modern processors.
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What is the main function of the motherboard in a computer system?
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Explain the role of the CPU socket on a motherboard.
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What is the purpose of RAM slots on a motherboard?
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Describe the function of the bus on a motherboard.
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Why is the motherboard often referred to as the mainboard or logic board?
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What are the major components included in a computer system's motherboard?
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Explain the significance of the CPU socket type on a motherboard.
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Why are RAM slots considered essential components on a motherboard?
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What role does the BIOS chip play on a motherboard?
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How does the chipset contribute to the functionality of a motherboard?
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Explain the difference between DRAM and SRAM in terms of speed and reliability.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of Hard Disk Drives (HDD) over Solid State Drives (SSD)?
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Describe how a Solid State Drive (SSD) differs from a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) in terms of mechanism and performance.
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Explain the concept of Hybrid Drives (SSHD) and how they combine the features of HDDs and SSDs.
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What is the primary function of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer system?
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How does the GPU differ from the CPU in terms of processing tasks and memory usage?
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Explain the impact of RAM speed on a computer's performance.
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What factors should be considered when deciding between an SSD and an HDD for storage purposes?
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Why is the combination of an SSD for the operating system and an HDD for mass storage a popular choice in modern computers?
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What role does RAM capacity play in the efficiency of a computer system?
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