Mastering Computer Components

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Questions and Answers

Which system does a computer use to communicate?

Hexadecimal system

Base-10 system

Binary system (correct)

Decimal system

What is a group of 8 bits called?

Megabyte

Byte (correct)

Gigabyte

Kilobyte

What is character encoding used for?

To compress data

To assign binary values to characters (correct)

To encrypt data

To convert characters to numbers

What is the definition of a computer?

A device that stores and processes data Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for coding and hiding messages from third parties?

Cryptography Signup and view all the answers

How many possible numbers are there in the decimal system?

10 Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?

The growing skills gap between people with and without digital literacy skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the use of digital technology, like computers and the internet, to store and process data into useful information called?

Information technology Signup and view all the answers

Which operating system is one of the largest open source operating systems used heavily in business infrastructure and in the consumer space?

Linux OS Signup and view all the answers

What do logic gates allow transistors to do?

Perform more complex tasks based on logical conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which component connects the CPU to the MCC and sends the location of data?

Address bus Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common interface for hard drives?

ATA Signup and view all the answers

Which form factor is the most common for motherboards?

ATX Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of BIOS?

Initializing hardware and starting the operating system Signup and view all the answers

What does BYOD refer to?

Using personal devices for work Signup and view all the answers

What is cache?

A storage location for frequently accessed data Signup and view all the answers

What is a charge cycle?

A full charge and discharge of a battery Signup and view all the answers

What does the chipset determine?

How components communicate on a machine Signup and view all the answers

What is a clock cycle?

When voltage is sent to the clock wire Signup and view all the answers

What does clock speed represent?

The maximum number of cycles a processor can handle Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms and Definitions in Computer Components

Address bus connects CPU to MCC and sends location of data
ATA is the most common interface for hard drives
ATX is the most common form factor for motherboards
BIOS is software that initializes hardware and starts operating system
BYOD refers to using personal devices for work
Cache is a storage location for frequently accessed data
Charge cycle is a full charge and discharge of a battery
Chipset determines how components communicate on a machine
Clock cycle is when voltage is sent to the clock wire
Clock speed is the maximum number of cycles a processor can handle
CPU is the central processing unit
DDR SDRAM is a type of faster and more power-efficient RAM

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Test your knowledge on key terms and definitions in computer components with this quiz. From addressing buses to clock speeds, this quiz will challenge your understanding of important concepts in computer hardware. Whether you're a computer enthusiast or just looking to expand your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to learn more about the inner workings of computers.