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

It allows data to be sent between all of the different devices connected to it.

It is the primary storage device for data and applications.

It processes all the computational tasks of the computer.

It supplies power to the computer.

Which of the following hardware connects to the motherboard?

Both internal and external hardware.

Only internal hardware like the CPU and RAM.

Only external hardware like the keyboard and mouse.

None of the hardware, as the motherboard operates independently.

What is the primary function of the CPU?

To carry out instructions or processes sent by hardware or software

To provide power to the computer

To display graphics on the screen

What happens to the data in the Random Access Memory (RAM) when the system is shut down?

The data is emptied from the RAM.

The data is saved to the hard drive.

The data is transferred to another computer.

The data remains intact for future use.

All software and data currently in use, including the OS and any applications.

Only the operating system (OS).

Only the applications currently not in use.

Permanent storage of user data.

What are the two types of hard drives mentioned?

Magnetic Hard Disk Drives and Solid State Drives

Optical Hard Disk Drives and Solid State Drives

Magnetic Hard Disk Drives and Flash Drives

Solid State Drives and External Hard Drives

Do hard drives require power to maintain the data stored on them?

No, they store data permanently even when there is no power.

Yes, they need continuous power.

Yes, but only when the system is on.

No, they need power only to read data, not to store it.

What are expansion slots on a motherboard used for?

To add extra cards such as graphics or sound cards

To connect external USB devices

To install additional CPU processors

What is the function of the power supply in a computer?

It takes power from the mains and distributes it to all the components in the computer.

It processes data and executes instructions.

It stores data for long-term retrieval.

It outputs visual information to the display screen.

What is the primary difference between memory and storage in the context of computer hardware?

Memory is where the computer holds data temporarily, while storage is where data is kept permanently.

Memory and storage refer to the same component in a computer.

Storage is exclusively for holding operating system files, whereas memory holds application files.

Memory is used for storing files when the computer is turned off, and storage is used while the computer is running.

What happens to unsaved data in memory if the memory loses power?

It is automatically saved to the hard drive.

It is retained for a short period of time.

It is transferred to another memory module.

What does memory hold while it is in use?

Only user preferences and settings.

What is the primary function of storage in a computer system?

To hold programs and data when not in use and keep data safe if the system loses power

To manage the computer's resources

What is the principle behind magnetic storage devices like HDDs and floppy disks?

They use mechanical parts to read and write data magnetically.

They use lasers to read and write data.

They use electrical impulses to store data.

They use solid-state electronics to store data.

How does optical storage read data?

By shining a laser onto the surface of a disk and using reflection

By using magnetic fields to detect data

By using electrical impulses to interpret data

By physically etching data onto a disk surface

What is a characteristic feature of solid state storage devices?

They use solid memory chips with no moving parts.

They require manual operation to read and write data.

They are primarily used for long-term archival storage.

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What is the role of internal hardware components in a computer system?

To provide an interface for external devices

To perform the computer's basic functions and operations

To protect the computer from software viruses

To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the computer system

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What is the purpose of storage in a computer system?

To process data and execute instructions

To display output to the user

To hold data and instructions for future use

To manage the computer's power supply

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Which of the following is NOT a technology used for storage?

Solid State Drive (SSD)

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Optical Drive

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

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Which factor does NOT affect the performance of a processor?

Clock speed

Number of cores

Amount of RAM

Colour of the processor

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Which of the following is a component of computer hardware?

Operating systems

Application software

Input devices

Utility software

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What is categorized as system software in a computer system?

Process devices

Utility software

Storage devices

Output devices

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Under which category do output devices fall in a computer system?

Hardware

Software

Application software

Operating systems

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Computer Systems - Internal hardware & storage

What is the role of internal hardware components in a computer system?

What is the purpose of storage in a computer system?

Which of the following is NOT a technology used for storage?

Which factor does NOT affect the performance of a processor?

Which of the following is a component of computer hardware?

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Under which category do output devices fall in a computer system?

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