Exercise Topic 4

What is a peripheral device in computing?

• A device that is essential for the computer to function

• A device that feeds data into or receives data from a computer's central processing unit

• A device that manages network connections

• A device that stores data externally

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

• Printer

• Scanner

• Monitor

• Projector

What is the role of the CPU in a computer system?

• It manages data storage

• It executes instructions and processes data

• It displays output on a monitor

• It provides power to the system

What is the purpose of a heat sink in a computer?

• To speed up the CPU

• To provide backup power

• To dissipate heat produced by the processor

• To increase data storage

What is a common characteristic of solid-state drives (SSD) compared to traditional hard disk drives (HDD)?

• SSDs are slower than HDDs

• SSDs are less durable than HDDs

• SSDs are faster and more durable than HDDs

• SSDs have lower storage capacity than HDDs

Which device allows computers to connect to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?

• Router

• Modem

• Hub

• Switch

Which component in the computer temporarily holds data and instructions as they are being processed?

• Hard drive

• ROM

• RAM

• Motherboard

What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

• RAM is non-volatile, while ROM is volatile

• RAM stores data permanently, while ROM stores data temporarily

• RAM is volatile and stores data temporarily, while ROM is non-volatile and stores data permanently

• RAM and ROM have the same functionality

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

• It stores the operating system

• It connects and allows communication between all internal components

• It powers the computer

• It manages external storage devices

Which type of network hardware directs data only to the intended recipient rather than broadcasting to all devices?

• Hub

• Switch

• Modem

• Router