SEC1 LO3 K5 MQF2 Reasons for Upgrading a Computer

Which of the following is NOT a reason for upgrading a computer?

• Increase storage capacity

• Enhance aesthetic appearance

• Increase processing speed

• Cater for minimum software requirement

Which of the following is a reason for upgrading a computer?

• To reduce power consumption

• To improve data security

• To increase hardware reliability

• To enhance the computer’s aesthetics

Which of these scenarios would likely necessitate a computer upgrade?

• The user wants to switch from a wired to a wireless mouse.

• The user needs to install software that requires more RAM than currently available.

• The user prefers a different keyboard layout.

• The user wants a new monitor.

A user wants to play the latest video games on high settings. What is the primary reason for upgrading their computer?

• Increase storage capacity

• Enhance hardware reliability

• Increase processing speed and graphical performance

• Improve sound quality

Which of the following upgrades is primarily intended to increase the computer’s processing speed?

• Adding more RAM

• Upgrading to a faster CPU

• Installing a larger hard disk drive

• Adding a network card

Why might a user upgrade their computer's storage from a hard disk drive (HDD) to a solid-state drive (SSD)?

• To increase data retrieval speed

• To improve the computer’s display resolution

• To enhance audio quality

• To allow the use of older software

A graphic designer finds their current computer sluggish when using advanced design software. They need to handle large files and perform rendering tasks more efficiently.

• What is the primary reason for upgrading the computer in this scenario?

• User requirements

• • Increase storage capacity

• • Increase processing speed

• • Increase hardware reliability (intermittent faults)

A photographer needs to store high-resolution images and videos, but their current hard drive is nearly full.

• What is the primary reason for upgrading the computer in this scenario?

• User requirements

• Increase storage capacity

• • • Increase hardware reliability

• Cater for minimum software requirement

A gamer experiences frequent crashes and system errors while playing the latest games, even after multiple software updates and patches.

• What is the primary reason for upgrading the computer in this scenario?

• Change the gaming chair
• Update social media accounts
• Increase internet speed
• Improve hardware performance and compatibility

An accountant needs to run new financial software that requires a higher minimum system specification than their current setup provides.

• What is the primary reason for upgrading the computer in this scenario?

• • User requirements

• • Cater for minimum software requirement

• • Increase hardware reliability (intermittent faults)

• • Increase processing speed