Exploring BIOS and Device Functionality

What is the primary purpose of BIOS in a computer?

• To manage network connections.

• To provide a user interface for applications.

• To initialize hardware and load the operating system.

• To store user data and files.

How can you access the BIOS configuration menu?

• Press the designated key during boot-up.

• Disconnect the power supply to reset BIOS.

• Use a special software tool to modify BIOS.

• Access through the operating system settings.

What are the common types of chipsets found in motherboards?

• Broadcom chipsets (BCM series)

• Qualcomm chipsets (Snapdragon series)

• Intel chipsets (Z-series, H-series, B-series), AMD chipsets (X-series, B-series, A-series)

• NVIDIA chipsets (G-series, M-series)

Explain the difference between northbridge and southbridge chipsets.

• Northbridge manages USB and audio devices, while southbridge handles CPU and RAM.

• Northbridge is responsible for power management, while southbridge controls network connections.

• Northbridge handles high-speed communication (CPU, RAM, GPU), while southbridge manages lower-speed peripherals (USB, audio, storage).

• Northbridge connects to external devices, while southbridge connects to internal components.

What factors influence bus speed in a computer system?

• Bus length

• Processor speed

• Bus width, clock speed, signal integrity, bus protocol, and physical medium.

• Memory capacity

How does bus speed affect overall system performance?

• Higher bus speed decreases data transfer rates.

• Bus speed directly impacts overall system performance by affecting data transfer rates between components.

• Bus speed only affects the graphics card performance.

• Bus speed has no effect on system performance.

What are the different types of display refresh rates?

• 60Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz, 240Hz

• 90Hz

• 30Hz

• 75Hz

How does a higher refresh rate benefit gaming performance?

• A higher refresh rate makes graphics look pixelated and unclear.

• A higher refresh rate improves gaming performance by providing smoother visuals and reducing motion blur.

• A higher refresh rate decreases the overall frame rate in games.

• A higher refresh rate increases input lag during gameplay.

What is the standard aspect ratio for most computer monitors?

• 4:3

• 21:9

• 16:10

• 16:9

How does aspect ratio affect the viewing experience?

• Aspect ratio only affects the audio experience.

• Aspect ratio has no impact on the viewing distance.

• Aspect ratio affects the viewing experience by influencing immersion, framing, and comfort.

• Aspect ratio determines the color quality of the display.