Computer Hardware Terminology

Which component is considered the main processor that executes instructions in a computer?

• Basic Input Output System

• Random Access Memory

• Video Graphics Array

• Central Processing Unit

What best describes the primary role of RAM in a computer system?

• Permanent storage for boot code

• Temporary workspace for data

• Connector for storage devices

• Program that initializes hardware

Which memory type retains essential startup programs and is not erased when power is off?

• Complementary Metal Oxide

• Double Data Rate

• Dynamic Random Memory

• Read Only Memory

CMOS primarily stores which kind of information?

• User documents archive

• Date time and settings

• External device firmware

• Graphics card drivers

Which storage device uses spinning platters to store and retrieve data?

• Hard Disk Drive

• Solid State Drive

• Compact Disc ROM

• Flash Universal Bus

Which storage device uses chips with no moving parts for data storage?

• Solid State Drive

• Dynamic Random Memory

• Hard Disk Drive

• Compact Disc ROM

The FSB in a computer primarily connects which components?

• External devices and computer

• CPU and motherboard memory

• Graphics card and monitor

• Hard drive and optical drive

AGP was mainly designed to support which hardware component?

• Storage controller cards

• Sound interface cards

• Network interface cards

• Video graphics cards

Which bus is commonly used to connect peripherals like keyboards and flash drives?

• Universal Serial Bus

• Front Side Bus

• Accelerated Graphics

• Peripheral Component

What is the primary function of the BIOS?

• Provides faster external ports

• Displays images to a monitor

• Helps processor talk to hardware

• Stores user files permanently