ITF - Quiz 5.5 - System Cooling

What causes electronic components in a computer to generate heat?

• Electric current

• Thermal paste

• Heatsinks

• Fans

Which components in a computer are prone to thermal output issues?

• CPUs

• RAM chips

• Graphics cards

• All of the above

What is the purpose of thermal paste in a computer?

• To provide extra energy

• To improve air flow

• To transfer heat between components

• To cool down the liquid in a heat spreader

Why is it important to keep good airflow around a PC with a heatsink?

• To prevent cable clutter

• To reduce dust inside the PC

• To optimize the performance of the heatsink

• All of the above

What type of cooling device cannot be used in laptops or mobile devices?

• Heatsink

• Fan

• Heat spreader

• Liquid-based cooling system

Which components in a computer may require smaller fans to enhance their performance?

• CPUs

• GPUs

• Hard disks

• All of the above

What is the purpose of a fan in a computer?

• To generate heat

• To draw cool air and expel warmed air

• To cool down the liquid in a heat spreader

• To improve the performance of thermal paste

What type of cooling system is recommended for high-end gaming PCs?

• Heatsink and thermal paste

• Fans

• Liquid-based cooling system

• None of the above

What are the disadvantages of liquid-based cooling in a computer?

• Difficult maintenance and upgrades

• Requires more power to run

• Costly

• All of the above