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What is the main function of a power supply unit (PSU) in a desktop computer?
What is the main function of a power supply unit (PSU) in a desktop computer?
- To convert AC to DC (correct)
- To connect peripherals like IDE disk drives
- To indicate the current status of the computer
- To provide audio output and data input
Which type of connector is specifically used to supply power to the processor on the motherboard?
Which type of connector is specifically used to supply power to the processor on the motherboard?
- Serial ATA
- ATX12V (P4) (correct)
- PCI Express
- Molex
What is the purpose of a 15-pin Serial ATA power connector?
What is the purpose of a 15-pin Serial ATA power connector?
- To supply power to IDE disk drives
- To indicate the current computer status
- To supply power to SATA hard drives (correct)
- To provide power to the motherboard
Which type of expansion cards are configured using Jumper caps?
Which type of expansion cards are configured using Jumper caps?
Which component provides multiple LEDs indicators to identify the current status of the computer?
Which component provides multiple LEDs indicators to identify the current status of the computer?
What is the power range for most desktop computer PSUs according to the text?
What is the power range for most desktop computer PSUs according to the text?
What is the main function of the North Bridge on a motherboard?
What is the main function of the North Bridge on a motherboard?
Which slot on a motherboard is primarily used to connect hard drives along with a 40-pin ribbon cable?
Which slot on a motherboard is primarily used to connect hard drives along with a 40-pin ribbon cable?
What is the purpose of the CMOS battery on a computer motherboard?
What is the purpose of the CMOS battery on a computer motherboard?
Which component of the computer is responsible for managing slower I/O operations and connecting devices like hard drives and USB devices?
Which component of the computer is responsible for managing slower I/O operations and connecting devices like hard drives and USB devices?
What is the function of an ISA Slot on a motherboard?
What is the function of an ISA Slot on a motherboard?
Which hardware interface connects hard drives, SSDs, and CD/DVD drives to the computer?
Which hardware interface connects hard drives, SSDs, and CD/DVD drives to the computer?
Which hardware component is responsible for handling the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?
Which hardware component is responsible for handling the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?
What is the main function of Input/Output (I/O) units in a computer system?
What is the main function of Input/Output (I/O) units in a computer system?
What is the transmission speed of USB3.0 compared to USB2.0?
What is the transmission speed of USB3.0 compared to USB2.0?
Which activity would involve listing the most suitable Output devices to be used in an office environment?
Which activity would involve listing the most suitable Output devices to be used in an office environment?
Which port is typically used for connecting devices like keyboards, scanners, cameras, and printers?
Which port is typically used for connecting devices like keyboards, scanners, cameras, and printers?
What is the primary purpose of Input devices in computing?
What is the primary purpose of Input devices in computing?
Which port type does not require restarting the computer after connecting peripherals?
Which port type does not require restarting the computer after connecting peripherals?
Which type of devices are used to handle the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?
Which type of devices are used to handle the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?
What type of devices are typically connected through a Line-in audio port?
What type of devices are typically connected through a Line-in audio port?
What is the main responsibility of the Motherboard in a computer system?
What is the main responsibility of the Motherboard in a computer system?
What is the main function of an Ethernet port on a computer?
What is the main function of an Ethernet port on a computer?
How many Input/Output Ports are listed in the text?
How many Input/Output Ports are listed in the text?
What is the main function of a communication device?
What is the main function of a communication device?
Which component acts as the 'Brain of the Computer' according to the text?
Which component acts as the 'Brain of the Computer' according to the text?
What is the role of a chipset in a computer system?
What is the role of a chipset in a computer system?
Which type of motherboard form factor mainly focuses on logical design, size, and component placement?
Which type of motherboard form factor mainly focuses on logical design, size, and component placement?
What does the CMOS battery on a motherboard primarily serve as?
What does the CMOS battery on a motherboard primarily serve as?
Which hardware device is responsible for transmitting signals over telephone lines or wirelessly?
Which hardware device is responsible for transmitting signals over telephone lines or wirelessly?
