Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - ATX

What does ATX stand for?

• Advanced Technology eXtension

• Advanced Technology eXtended

• Advanced Technology Expansion

• Advanced Technology Xpress

Which company introduced the ATX specification?

• Nvidia

• Intel

• Microsoft

• AMD

What significant improvement did the ATX specification make in motherboard design?

• Increased power consumption

• Standardized I/O panel position

• Reduced RAM capacity

• Integrated cooling system

What is the size of a MicroATX motherboard?

• 12 × up to 13 in

• 9 × 7.5 in

• 9.6 × 9.6 in

• 12 × 9.6 in

What does EATX stand for?

• Extra Advanced Technology eXtended

• Extended ATX

• Enhanced ATX

• Extreme ATX

What does FlexATX refer to?

• Full ATX

• Fast ATX

• Fusion ATX

• Flexible ATX

What does ATX specify about computer case mounting holes?

• All sizes have the same hole positions

• Different sizes have different hole positions

• No specific requirements

• Holes are not necessary

What is the purpose of the ATX I/O panel?

• To provide power to the motherboard

• To integrate ports into the motherboard

• To cool the CPU

• To store data

What is the main advantage of ATX cases over older designs?

• Higher cost

• Better airflow

• More power consumption

• Smaller size

What is the standard size of an ATX motherboard?

• 9.6 × 9.6 in

• 12 × 9.6 in

• 12 × up to 13 in

• 9 × 7.5 in