Motherboard Components Quiz
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What is the function of the CPU in a computer?

  • Processing input, storing data, and outputting results (correct)
  • Converting alternating current to low-voltage direct current power
  • Managing data flow between the operating system and attached devices
  • Processing images and video tasks

Which hardware component processes images and video tasks in a computer?

  • CPU Fan
  • Power Supply Unit
  • Hard Disk Drive
  • Video Card (correct)

What is the primary function of the Hard Disk Drive in a computer?

  • Storing digital files such as the operating system and software (correct)
  • Managing data flow between the operating system and attached devices
  • Processing input, storing data, and outputting results
  • Converting alternating current to low-voltage direct current power

What is the main function of the Power Supply Unit in a computer?

<p>Converting alternating current to low-voltage direct current power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Northbridge chipset on the motherboard?

<p>Communicates with the computer processor and controls interaction with memory, the PCI bus, Level 2 cache, and all AGP activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a CPU Socket on the motherboard?

<p>Facilitates CPU access and prevents damage when a unit is inserted or removed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a Memory Slot on the motherboard?

<p>Allows computer memory (RAM) to be inserted into the computer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of hardware components can be attached to a PCI Slot on the motherboard?

<p>Network cards, modems, sound cards, disk controllers, and other peripherals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an AGP Slot on the motherboard?

<p>Point to point channel used for high-speed video output (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main responsibilities of the Southbridge on the motherboard?

<p>Responsible for the hard drive controller, I/O controller, and integrated hardware (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What component is responsible for starting the computer system after it is powered on?

<p>BIOS Chip (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is responsible for keeping the processor cooler by pulling and blowing hot air off it?

<p>CPU Fan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What powers the laptop's BIOS firmware, which is responsible for booting up the computer and configuring data flow?

<p>CMOS Battery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the 20/24 pin ATX Main Power Connector being plugged in?

<p>ATX Main Power Socket (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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