CSS 11 Q1 T1 Intro to Comp, T2 Parts Comp & T3 Tools

What do you call an electronic device that manipulates information or data?

• Computer

• Hardware

• Operating System

• Software

What computer is designed for use at a desk or table and made up of separate components?

• Desktop Computer

• Laptop Computer

• Server Computer

• Tablet Computer

What part of a computer system that is commonly referred to as the "brain" of a computer?

• Advanced Technology Express (ATX) Power Connector Socket

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Compact Disk – Read Only Memory (CD-ROM) Drive

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

You have opened Google Chrome Browser and visited Quizizz.com. Where does the computer temporarily stores data in order for the Google Chrome application to run properly?

• Advanced Technology Express (ATX) Power Connector Socket

• Compact Disk – Read Only Memory (CD-ROM) Drive

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

Random Access Memory (RAM) can't store anything without power and we do want to be able to turn off our computer from time to time. We need a storage medium that retains its stored data, even when the power is off. Which one is it?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Power Supply Unit (PSU)

• Motherboard

• Heatsink

The following statements are true, EXCEPT for one? Which one is it?

• CPU is a processing device.

• The main benefit of a laptop is its mobility.

• The system unit is only composed of Steel, Aluminum, and Plastic.

• You can save around 30% in cost when searching and buying compatible computer components individually.

Why is the HDD slowest in reading and saving data compared to Solid State Drive (SSD) and Non-Volatile Memory Express - Solid State Drive (NVMe-SSD)?

• HDD has a higher clock speed than SSD and NVMe-SSD.

• HDD has a smaller storage capacity compared to SSD and NVMe-SSD.

• HDD uses outdated technology that is not optimized for data transfer speeds.

• HDD uses mechanical components that introduce latency and limit data transfer speeds.

What hardware specification will you recommend for a computer that will be used for high performing applications such as Video Editing and Gaming Applications?

• Intel Core I5, 3GB RAM, SSD

• Intel Pentium CPU, 4GB RAM and HDD

• Intel Core I3 CPU, 2GB RAM, NVMe-SSD

• Intel Core I7 CPU, 8GB RAM, NVMe-SSD

What is the number one safety tool to be used when working on your computer?

• Anti-Static Wrist Strap

• Compressed Air

• Gloves

• Philips Screw Driver

This device connects two or more computers in a network to receive and forward data.

• Ethernet Cable

• Network Switch

• Server Computer

• Tablet Computer