Understanding CMOS and BIOS in Computers
Interactive Video
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Computers
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9th - 10th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary reason for including a CMOS battery in older desktop computers?
To power the CPU
To store BIOS settings in volatile memory
To enhance graphics performance
To improve internet connectivity
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do modern motherboards still include a CMOS battery?
To enhance audio quality
To power the graphics card
To keep the system clock running
To store large amounts of data
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What technology do servers often use to maintain accurate time without a CMOS battery?
Satellite time updates
Bluetooth synchronization
Network Time Protocol (NTP)
Wi-Fi timekeeping
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common method to reset BIOS settings on many motherboards?
Removing the CPU
Disconnecting the power supply
Using a clear CMOS button
Updating the operating system
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it recommended to save a copy of your BIOS settings?
To increase storage capacity
To improve internet speed
To avoid losing custom hardware configurations
To enhance battery life
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