Computer Hardware Basics

When selecting a computer, what is the most important factor to consider based on user needs?

• Brand name

• Performance requirements

• Color of the casing

• Number of USB ports

Which component on a motherboard connects the CPU to other hardware components?

• Expansion slots

• Chipset

• RAM slots

• Power connectors

What is a key feature of a CPU that determines how many tasks it can handle simultaneously?

• Clock speed

• Core count

• Cache memory size

• Hyper-threading

What processor feature allows it to execute multiple threads on a single core?

• Cache memory

• Hyper-threading

• Clock speed

• Energy efficiency

Which bus technology is commonly used for high-speed data transfer in modern graphics cards?

• USB 3.0

• PCI Express

What is the primary purpose of system cooling in a computer?

• Reduce noise levels

• Prevent hardware overheating

• Increase power consumption

• Improve internet speed

What is a key advantage of UEFI over BIOS?

• Faster boot times

• Smaller storage requirements

• Limited configuration options

• Support for older hardware only

Which port is commonly used to connect a monitor to a computer for high-definition video and audio?

• VGA

• HDMI

• USB

• Thunderbolt

What is the maximum data transfer speed of USB 3.0?

• 480 Mbps

• 5 Gbps

• 12 Mbps

• 10 Gbps

Which graphics hardware is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations?

(a)