GCSE: Computer Hardware Components

Which of the following is a key advantage of SSDs over HDDs?

• Higher storage capacity

• Faster data access speeds

• Lower cost per gigabyte

• Longer lifespan

What is the primary function of an optical drive?

• To store data magnetically

• To read and write data using lasers

• To process data in the CPU

• To provide wireless connectivity

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

• Monitor

• Printer

• Keyboard

• Speaker

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

• Mouse

• Scanner

• Microphone

• Projector

What does CPU stand for?

• Central Processing Unit

• Computer Processing Unit

• Central Performance Unit

• Computer Performance Unit

Which of the following storage capacities is the largest?

• 500 MB

• 1 GB

• 1000 KB

• 750 MB

What is the main difference between HDDs and SSDs in terms of data storage?

• HDDs use flash memory, SSDs use magnetic disks

• HDDs use magnetic disks, SSDs use flash memory

• Both use optical storage

• Both use magnetic disks

Which of the following is NOT a type of input device?

• Joystick

• Webcam

• Plotter

• Microphone

Which of the following is a characteristic of a CPU's architecture?

• Number of cores

• Screen resolution

• Battery life

• Storage capacity

Which unit is commonly used to measure storage capacity?

• Hertz

• Bytes

• Watts

• Pixels