Unit 2 Review - Computer Hardware

Unit 2 Review - Computer Hardware

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Computers

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Is a data storage device that uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disks (platters) coated with magnetic material?

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Hard Disk

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is a disk drive that uses laser light or electromagnetic waves within or near the visible light spectrum as part of the process of reading or writing data to or from optical discs? Options: CD/DVD Drive, Hard Disk, Mother Board, Power Supply

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CD/DVD Drive

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is a form of computer data storage that stores data and machine code currently being used?

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RAM

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and input/output (I/O) operations? Options: USB, ROM, CPU, UPS

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CPU

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main printed circuit board (PCB) found in general purpose microcomputers and other expandable systems that holds and allows communication between many of the crucial electronic components of a system? Options: Video Card, Sound Card, Motherboard, Network Card

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Motherboard

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is an electrical device that supplies electric power to an electrical load. The primary function of a power supply is to convert electric current from a source to the correct voltage, current, and frequency to power the load.

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Power Supply

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Fans attached to components are usually used in combination with a heat sink to increase the area of heated surface in contact with the air, thereby improving the efficiency of cooling.

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Back

Cooling Fan

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