Basic Computing and Networking (Cisco IT Essentials Chapter 1)

The size and shape of motherboards or computer case.

• form factor

• chipset

• BIOS

This type of memory retains its contents even when the computer is powered down (non-volatile).

• DVD

• RAM

• ROM

• BIOS

Type of optical storage device which holds about 4.3GB of data.

• CD

• DVD

• Floppy

• Chipset

Type of expansion slot used for data intensive needs such as video, hi-speed storage, etc.

• PCI-Express (Peripheral Component Interconnect - Express)

• DDR3

• CPU

Term used when measuring the number of dots (width & length) on a computer monitor.

• gigabits

• resolution

• megahertz

These types of storage devices are less reliable because they have moving parts and consume more electricity.

• HDDs (Hard Disk Drives)
• SSD
• USB Drive

Two output devices for sound.

• headphones

• microphone

• speakers

• CPU

Two most common output devices.

• mouse

• monitor

• printer

• DVD Writer

a set of electronic components in an integrated circuit that manages the data flow between the processor, memory and peripherals

• BIOS

• chipset

• motherboard

Redundant hard disk drives programmed to act as a single disk and protect against failure.

• RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks)

• Flash

• USB