Lesson Starter Hardware

What are the main components of a CPU?

• The main components of a CPU are the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), control unit, registers, and cache.

• Keyboard, mouse, monitor

• GPU, power supply, fan

• RAM, hard drive, motherboard

List three examples of storage devices.

• 1. Hard disk drive (HDD) 2. Solid state drive (SSD) 3. USB flash drive

• 2. Floppy disk

• 1. CD-ROM

• 3. Printer

What is the purpose of a graphics card in a computer?

• To wash clothes

• To cook food

• To play music

• The purpose of a graphics card in a computer is to render and display images, videos, and 3D graphics on the monitor.

Name two input devices and two output devices commonly used with computers.

• Input devices: trackball, barcode scanner. Output devices: plotter, fax machine.

• Input devices: touchpad, joystick. Output devices: speakers, headphones.

• Input devices: microphone, camera. Output devices: scanner, projector.

• Input devices: keyboard, mouse. Output devices: monitor, printer.

What is the function of a motherboard in a computer system?

• The function of a motherboard in a computer system is to provide a platform for all the other components to communicate with each other and to connect to the CPU, memory, and other essential hardware.

• The function of a motherboard is to provide power to the computer system

• The function of a motherboard is to display images on the computer screen

• The function of a motherboard is to store all the data in the computer system

What is the role of a power supply unit in a computer?

• The power supply unit in a computer is responsible for converting the electrical power from a wall outlet into usable power for the computer's components.

• The power supply unit in a computer is responsible for processing data

• The power supply unit in a computer is responsible for cooling the computer components

• The power supply unit in a computer is responsible for providing internet connection

Describe the function of a cooling system in a computer.

• The function of a cooling system in a computer is to generate more heat for better performance.

• The function of a cooling system in a computer is to make the computer run slower.

• The function of a cooling system in a computer is to increase the risk of overheating.

• The function of a cooling system in a computer is to dissipate heat generated by the internal components, such as the CPU and GPU, in order to prevent overheating and maintain optimal performance.

Which of these is an example of Storage

• Google Drive

• Hard Drive

• Solid State Drive

• Food Drive

What can a printer output?

• Soft Copies

• Hard Copies

• Video files

• 3D objects

Another word for hardware parts that can be connected to a computer.

• Analog equipment

• Software applications

• Peripherals

• Binary Code