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WorksheetsUnit 4: Personal Computer Hardware(Vocabulary)
Total questions: 88
Worksheet time: 1hrs 6mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Definition: A high-speed point-to-point channel for attaching a video card to a computer's motherboard, primarily to assist in the acceleration of 3D computer graphics. Which is the correct term?
a)
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
b)
accelerator
c)
accumulator
d)
address
e)
address space
2.
Definition: A microprocessor, ASIC, or expansion card designed to offload a specific task from the CPU, often containing fixed function hardware. A common example is a graphics processing unit. Which is the correct term?
a)
accelerator
b)
accumulator
c)
address
d)
address space
e)
AI accelerator
3.
Definition: A register in a CPU in which intermediate arithmetic and logic results are stored. Which is the correct term?
a)
accumulator
b)
address
c)
address space
d)
AI accelerator
e)
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
4.
Definition: The unique integer number that specifies a memory location in an address space. Which is the correct term?
a)
address
b)
address space
c)
AI accelerator
d)
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
e)
bus
5.
Definition: A mapping of logical addresses into physical memory or other memory-mapped devices. Which is the correct term?
a)
address space
b)
AI accelerator
c)
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
d)
bus
e)
cache
6.
Definition: An accelerator aimed at running artificial neural networks or other machine learning and machine vision algorithms (either training or deployment), e.g. Movidius Myriad 2, TrueNorth, tensor processing unit, etc. Which is the correct term?
a)
AI accelerator
b)
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
c)
bus
d)
cache
e)
cache hit
7.
Definition: An optical disc storage medium designed to supersede the DVD format. Which is the correct term?
a)
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
b)
bus
c)
cache
d)
cache hit
e)
channel I/O
8.
Definition: A subsystem that transfers data between computer components inside a computer or between computers. Which is the correct term?
a)
bus
b)
cache
c)
cache hit
d)
channel I/O
e)
computer case
9.
Definition: A small, fast local memory that transparently buffers access to a larger but slower or more distant/higher latency memory or storage device, organised into cache lines. Automatically translates accesses to the underlying resources address space to locations in the cache. Which is the correct term?
a)
cache
b)
cache hit
c)
channel I/O
d)
computer case
e)
computer fan
10.
Definition: Finding data in a local cache, preventing the need to search for that resource in a more distant location (or to repeat a calculation). Which is the correct term?
a)
cache hit
b)
channel I/O
c)
computer case
d)
computer fan
e)
computer form factor
11.
Definition: A generic term that refers to a high-performance input/output (I/O) architecture that is implemented in various forms on a number of computer architectures, especially on mainframe computers. Which is the correct term?
a)
channel I/O
b)
computer case
c)
computer fan
d)
computer form factor
e)
computer monitor
12.
Definition: Also chassis, cabinet, box, tower, enclosure, housing, system unit, or simply case. Which is the correct term?
a)
computer case
b)
computer fan
c)
computer form factor
d)
computer monitor
e)
core
13.
Definition: An active cooling system forcing airflow inside or around a computer case using a fan to cause air cooling. Which is the correct term?
a)
computer fan
b)
computer form factor
c)
computer monitor
d)
core
e)
core memory
14.
Definition: The name used to denote the dimensions, power supply type, location of mounting holes, number of ports on the back panel, etc. Which is the correct term?
a)
computer form factor
b)
computer monitor
c)
core
d)
core memory
e)
data storage
15.
Definition: An electronic visual display for computers. A monitor usually comprises the display device, circuitry, casing, and power supply. The display device in modern monitors is typically a thin film transistor liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD) or a flat panel LED display, whereas older monitors used a cathode ray tube (CRT).[1] Which is the correct term?
a)
computer monitor
b)
core
c)
core memory
d)
data storage
e)
device memory
16.
Definition: The portion of the CPU which actually performs arithmetic and logical operations; many CPUs have multiple cores (e.g. "a quad-core processor"). Which is the correct term?
a)
core
b)
core memory
c)
data storage
d)
device memory
e)
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
17.
Definition: In modern usage, a synonym for main memory, dating back from the pre-semiconductor-chip times when the dominant main memory technology was magnetic core memory. Which is the correct term?
a)
core memory
b)
data storage
c)
device memory
d)
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
e)
direct memory access (DMA)
18.
Definition: A technology consisting of computer components and recording media used to retain digital data. It is a core function and fundamental component of computers.[1] Which is the correct term?
a)
data storage
b)
device memory
c)
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
d)
direct memory access (DMA)
e)
DisplayPort
19.
Definition: local memory associated with a hardware device such as a graphics processing unit or OpenCL compute device, distinct from main memory. Which is the correct term?
a)
device memory
b)
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
c)
direct memory access (DMA)
d)
DisplayPort
e)
drive bay
20.
Definition: A video display interface developed by the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG). The digital interface is used to connect a video source to a display device, such as a computer monitor. Which is the correct term?
a)
Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
b)
direct memory access (DMA)
c)
DisplayPort
d)
drive bay
e)
dual in-line memory module (DIMM)
21.
Definition: The ability of a hardware device such as a disk drive or network interface to access main memory without intervention from the CPU, provided by one or more DMA channels in a system. Which is the correct term?
a)
direct memory access (DMA)
b)
DisplayPort
c)
drive bay
d)
dual in-line memory module (DIMM)
e)
dual issue
22.
Definition: A digital display interface developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). The interface is primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as a computer monitor, though it can also be used to transmit audio, USB, and other forms of data. Which is the correct term?
a)
DisplayPort
b)
drive bay
c)
dual in-line memory module (DIMM)
d)
dual issue
e)
dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
23.
Definition: A standard-sized area within a computer case for adding hardware (hard drives, CD drives, etc.) to a computer. Which is the correct term?
a)
drive bay
b)
dual in-line memory module (DIMM)
c)
dual issue
d)
dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
e)
expansion bus
24.
Definition: A series of dynamic random-access memory integrated circuits. These modules are mounted on a printed circuit board and designed for use in personal computers, workstations and servers. Contrast SIMM. Which is the correct term?
a)
dual in-line memory module (DIMM)
b)
dual issue
c)
dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
d)
expansion bus
e)
expansion card
25.
Definition: A superscalar pipeline capable of executing two instructions simultaneously. Which is the correct term?
a)
dual issue
b)
dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
c)
expansion bus
d)
expansion card
e)
firewall
26.
Definition: A type of random-access memory that stores each bit of data in a separate capacitor within an integrated circuit and which must be periodically refreshed to retain the stored data. Which is the correct term?
a)
dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
b)
expansion bus
c)
expansion card
d)
firewall
e)
firmware
27.
Definition: A computer bus which moves information between the internal hardware of a computer system (including the CPU and RAM) and peripheral devices. It is a collection of wires and protocols that allows for the expansion of a computer. Which is the correct term?
a)
expansion bus
b)
expansion card
c)
firewall
d)
firmware
e)
flash memory
28.
Definition: A printed circuit board that can be inserted into an electrical connector or expansion slot on a computer motherboard, backplane, or riser card to add functionality to a computer system via an expansion bus. Which is the correct term?
a)
expansion card
b)
firewall
c)
firmware
d)
flash memory
e)
hard disk drive (HDD)
29.
Definition: Any hardware device or software program designed to protect a computer from viruses, trojans, malware, etc. Which is the correct term?
a)
firewall
b)
firmware
c)
flash memory
d)
hard disk drive (HDD)
e)
hardware
30.
Definition: Fixed programs and data that internally control various electronic devices. Which is the correct term?
a)
firmware
b)
flash memory
c)
hard disk drive (HDD)
d)
hardware
e)
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
31.
Definition: A type of non-volatile computer storage chip that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed. Which is the correct term?
a)
flash memory
b)
hard disk drive (HDD)
c)
hardware
d)
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
e)
I-cache
32.
Definition: Any non-volatile storage device that stores data on rapidly rotating rigid (i.e. hard) platters with magnetic surfaces. Which is the correct term?
a)
hard disk drive (HDD)
b)
hardware
c)
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
d)
I-cache
e)
input device
33.
Definition: The physical components of a computer system. Which is the correct term?
a)
hardware
b)
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
c)
I-cache
d)
input device
e)
input/output (I/O)
34.
Definition: A compact interface for transferring encrypted uncompressed digital audio and video data to a device such as a computer monitor, video projector or digital television. Which is the correct term?
a)
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
b)
I-cache
c)
input device
d)
input/output (I/O)
e)
instruction
35.
Definition: A cache in a CPU or GPU servicing instruction fetch requests for program code (or shaders for a GPU), possibly implementing modified Harvard architecture if program machine code is stored in the same address space and physical memory as data. Which is the correct term?
a)
I-cache
b)
input device
c)
input/output (I/O)
d)
instruction
e)
integrated circuit
36.
Definition: Any peripheral equipment used to provide data and control signals to an information processing system. Which is the correct term?
a)
input device
b)
input/output (I/O)
c)
instruction
d)
integrated circuit
e)
jump drive
37.
Definition: The communication between an information processing system (such as a computer), and the outside world. Which is the correct term?
a)
input/output (I/O)
b)
instruction
c)
integrated circuit
d)
jump drive
e)
keyboard
38.
Definition: A group of several bits in a computer program that contains an operation code and usually one or more memory addresses. Which is the correct term?
a)
instruction
b)
integrated circuit
c)
jump drive
d)
keyboard
e)
load/store instructions
39.
Definition: is a set of electronic circuits on one small flat piece (or "chip") of semiconductor material that is normally silicon. The integration of large numbers of tiny MOS transistors into a small chip results in circuits that are orders of magnitude smaller, faster, and less expensive than those constructed of discrete electronic components Which is the correct term?
a)
integrated circuit
b)
jump drive
c)
keyboard
d)
load/store instructions
e)
local memory
40.
Definition: Another name for a USB flash drive. Which is the correct term?
a)
jump drive
b)
keyboard
c)
load/store instructions
d)
local memory
e)
main memory
41.
Definition: An input device, partially modeled after the typewriter keyboard, which uses an arrangement of buttons or keys to act as mechanical levers or electronic switches. Which is the correct term?
a)
keyboard
b)
load/store instructions
c)
local memory
d)
main memory
e)
mainframe
42.
Definition: instructions used to transfer data between memory and processor registers. Which is the correct term?
a)
load/store instructions
b)
local memory
c)
main memory
d)
mainframe
e)
mask ROM
43.
Definition: memory associated closely with a processing element, e.g. a cache, scratchpad, the memory connected to one processor node in a NUMA or COMA system, or device memory (such as VRAM) in an accelerator. Which is the correct term?
a)
local memory
b)
main memory
c)
mainframe
d)
mask ROM
e)
memory
44.
Definition: The largest random-access memory in a memory hierarchy (before offline storage) in a computer system; i.e. distinct from caches or scratchpads; usually consists of DRAM. Which is the correct term?
a)
main memory
b)
mainframe
c)
mask ROM
d)
memory
e)
memory address
45.
Definition: An especially powerful computer used mainly by large organizations for bulk data processing such as census, industry and consumer statistics, enterprise resource planning, and financial transaction processing. Which is the correct term?
a)
mainframe
b)
mask ROM
c)
memory
d)
memory address
e)
memory architecture
46.
Definition: A type of read-only memory (ROM) whose contents are programmed by the integrated circuit manufacturer. Which is the correct term?
a)
mask ROM
b)
memory
c)
memory address
d)
memory architecture
e)
memory card
47.
Definition: Devices that are used to store data or programs on a temporary or permanent basis for use in an electronic digital computer. Which is the correct term?
a)
memory
b)
memory address
c)
memory architecture
d)
memory card
e)
microcode
48.
Definition: The address of a location in a memory or other address space. Which is the correct term?
a)
memory address
b)
memory architecture
c)
memory card
d)
microcode
e)
mini-VGA
49.
Definition: A memory architecture in a computer system, e.g. NUMA, uniform memory access, COMA, etc. Which is the correct term?
a)
memory architecture
b)
memory card
c)
microcode
d)
mini-VGA
e)
motherboard
50.
Definition: mini-VGA Which is the correct term?
a)
memory card
b)
microcode
c)
mini-VGA
d)
motherboard
e)
mouse
51.
Definition: A layer of hardware-level instructions involved in the implementation of higher level machine code instructions in many computers and other processors. Which is the correct term?
a)
microcode
b)
mini-VGA
c)
motherboard
d)
mouse
e)
network
52.
Definition: Small connectors used on some laptops and other systems in place of the standard VGA connector. Which is the correct term?
a)
mini-VGA
b)
motherboard
c)
mouse
d)
network
e)
non-volatile memory
53.
Definition: The central printed circuit board (PCB) in many modern computers which holds many of the crucial components of the system, usually while also providing connection space for peripherals.[5] Which is the correct term?
a)
motherboard
b)
mouse
c)
network
d)
non-volatile memory
e)
operating system
54.
Definition: A pointing device that functions by detecting two-dimensional motion relative to its supporting surface; motion is usually mapped to a cursor in screen space; typically used to control a graphical user interface on a desktop computer or for CAD, etc. Which is the correct term?
a)
mouse
b)
network
c)
non-volatile memory
d)
operating system
e)
operation code
55.
Definition: A collection of computers and other devices connected by communications channels, e.g. by Ethernet or wireless networking. Which is the correct term?
a)
network
b)
non-volatile memory
c)
operating system
d)
operation code
e)
optical disc drive
56.
Definition: memory that can retain the stored data even when not powered, as opposed to volatile memory. Which is the correct term?
a)
non-volatile memory
b)
operating system
c)
operation code
d)
optical disc drive
e)
PCI Express (PCIe)
57.
Definition: The set of software that manages computer hardware resources and provides common services for computer programs, typically loaded by the BIOS on booting. Which is the correct term?
a)
operating system
b)
operation code
c)
optical disc drive
d)
PCI Express (PCIe)
e)
PCI-eXtended (PCI-X)
58.
Definition: Several bits in a computer program instruction that specify which operation to perform. Which is the correct term?
a)
operation code
b)
optical disc drive
c)
PCI Express (PCIe)
d)
PCI-eXtended (PCI-X)
e)
pen drive
59.
Definition: A type of disk drive that uses laser light or electromagnetic waves near the light spectrum as part of the process of reading or writing data to or from optical discs. Which is the correct term?
a)
optical disc drive
b)
PCI Express (PCIe)
c)
PCI-eXtended (PCI-X)
d)
pen drive
e)
peripheral
60.
Definition: An expansion bus standard designed to replace the older PCI, PCI-X, and AGP bus standards. Which is the correct term?
a)
PCI Express (PCIe)
b)
PCI-eXtended (PCI-X)
c)
pen drive
d)
peripheral
e)
personal computer (PC)
61.
Definition: An expansion bus and expansion card standard that enhances the 32-bit PCI Local Bus for higher bandwidth demanded by servers. Which is the correct term?
a)
PCI-eXtended (PCI-X)
b)
pen drive
c)
peripheral
d)
personal computer (PC)
e)
power supply
62.
Definition: Another name for a USB flash drive. Which is the correct term?
a)
pen drive
b)
peripheral
c)
personal computer (PC)
d)
power supply
e)
power supply unit (PSU)
63.
Definition: Any device attached to a computer but not part of it. Which is the correct term?
a)
peripheral
b)
personal computer (PC)
c)
power supply
d)
power supply unit (PSU)
e)
prefetch
64.
Definition: Any general-purpose computer whose size, capabilities, and original sales price make it useful for individuals, and which is intended to be operated directly by an end user, with no intervening computer operator. Which is the correct term?
a)
personal computer (PC)
b)
power supply
c)
power supply unit (PSU)
d)
prefetch
e)
processing element
65.
Definition: A unit of the computer that converts mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC for the power of all the computer components. Which is the correct term?
a)
power supply
b)
power supply unit (PSU)
c)
prefetch
d)
processing element
e)
programmable read-only memory (PROM)
66.
Definition: Converts mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for the internal components of a computer. Modern personal computers universally use switched-mode power supplies. Some power supplies have a manual switch for selecting input voltage, while others automatically adapt to the mains voltage. Which is the correct term?
a)
power supply unit (PSU)
b)
prefetch
c)
processing element
d)
programmable read-only memory (PROM)
e)
random-access memory (RAM)
67.
Definition: The process of pre-loading instructions or data into a cache ahead of time, either under manual control via prefetch instructions or automatically by a prefetch unit which may use runtime heuristics to predict the future memory access pattern. Which is the correct term?
a)
prefetch
b)
processing element
c)
programmable read-only memory (PROM)
d)
random-access memory (RAM)
e)
read-only memory (ROM)
68.
Definition: An electronic circuit (either a microprocessor or an internal component of one) that may function autonomously or under external control, performing arithmetic and logic operations on data, possibly containing local memory, and possibly connected to other processing elements via a network, network on a chip, or cache hierarchy. Which is the correct term?
a)
processing element
b)
programmable read-only memory (PROM)
c)
random-access memory (RAM)
d)
read-only memory (ROM)
e)
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
69.
Definition: A type of non-volatile memory chip that may be programmed after the device is constructed. Which is the correct term?
a)
programmable read-only memory (PROM)
b)
random-access memory (RAM)
c)
read-only memory (ROM)
d)
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
e)
server
70.
Definition: A type of computer data storage that allows data items to be accessed (read or written) in almost the same amount of time irrespective of the physical location of data inside the memory. RAM contains multiplexing and demultiplexing circuitry to connect the data lines to the addressed storage for reading or writing the entry. Usually more than one bit of storage is accessed by the same address, and RAM devices often have multiple data lines and are said to be '8-bit' or '16-bit' etc. devices. In today's technology, random-access memory takes the form of integrated circuits. Which is the correct term?
a)
random-access memory (RAM)
b)
read-only memory (ROM)
c)
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
d)
server
e)
single in-line memory module (SIMM)
71.
Definition: A type of memory chip that retains its data when its power supply is switched off. Which is the correct term?
a)
read-only memory (ROM)
b)
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
c)
server
d)
single in-line memory module (SIMM)
e)
software
72.
Definition: Any of various data storage schemes that can divide and replicate data across multiple hard disk drives in order to increase reliability, allow faster access, or both. Which is the correct term?
a)
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
b)
server
c)
single in-line memory module (SIMM)
d)
software
e)
Solid-state drive
73.
Definition: A computer which may be used to provide services to clients. Which is the correct term?
a)
server
b)
single in-line memory module (SIMM)
c)
software
d)
Solid-state drive
e)
sound card
74.
Definition: A type of memory module containing random-access memory used in computers from the early 1980s to the late 1990s. Contrast DIMM. Which is the correct term?
a)
single in-line memory module (SIMM)
b)
software
c)
Solid-state drive
d)
sound card
e)
static random-access memory (SRAM)
75.
Definition: Any computer program or other kind of information that can be read and/or written by a computer. Which is the correct term?
a)
software
b)
Solid-state drive
c)
sound card
d)
static random-access memory (SRAM)
e)
storage device
76.
Definition: SD): is a solid-state storage device that uses integrated circuit assemblies to store data persistently, typically using flash memory, and functioning as secondary storage in the hierarchy of computer storage. Which is the correct term?
a)
Solid-state drive
b)
sound card
c)
static random-access memory (SRAM)
d)
storage device
e)
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM)
77.
Definition: is an internal expansion card that provides input and output of audio signals to and from a computer under control of computer programs. The term sound card is also applied to external audio interfaces used for professional audio applications. Which is the correct term?
a)
sound card
b)
static random-access memory (SRAM)
c)
storage device
d)
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM)
e)
terminal
78.
Definition: A type of semiconductor memory that uses bistable latching circuitry to store each bit. The term static differentiates it from DRAM, which must be periodically refreshed. Which is the correct term?
a)
static random-access memory (SRAM)
b)
storage device
c)
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM)
d)
terminal
e)
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
79.
Definition: synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) Which is the correct term?
a)
storage device
b)
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM)
c)
terminal
d)
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
e)
USB flash drive
80.
Definition: A type of dynamic random access memory that is synchronized with the system bus. Which is the correct term?
a)
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM)
b)
terminal
c)
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
d)
USB flash drive
e)
video card
81.
Definition: An electronic or electromechanical hardware device that is used for entering data into, and displaying data from, a computer or a computing system. Which is the correct term?
a)
terminal
b)
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
c)
USB flash drive
d)
video card
e)
Video Graphics Array (VGA)
82.
Definition: A specification to establish communication between devices and a host controller (usually a personal computer). Which is the correct term?
a)
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
b)
USB flash drive
c)
video card
d)
Video Graphics Array (VGA)
e)
volatile memory
83.
Definition: A flash memory device integrated with a USB interface. USB flash drives are typically removable and rewritable. Which is the correct term?
a)
USB flash drive
b)
video card
c)
Video Graphics Array (VGA)
d)
volatile memory
e)
webcam
84.
Definition: is an expansion card which generates a feed of output images to a display device (such as a computer monitor) Which is the correct term?
a)
video card
b)
Video Graphics Array (VGA)
c)
volatile memory
d)
webcam
e)
working set
85.
Definition: The last graphical standard introduced by IBM to which the majority of PC clone manufacturers conformed. Which is the correct term?
a)
Video Graphics Array (VGA)
b)
volatile memory
c)
webcam
d)
working set
e)
memory address
86.
Definition: Memory that requires power to maintain the stored information, as opposed to non-volatile memory. Which is the correct term?
a)
volatile memory
b)
webcam
c)
working set
d)
mask ROM
e)
memory
87.
Definition: A video camera that feeds its images in real time to a computer or computer network, often via USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi Which is the correct term?
a)
webcam
b)
working set
c)
memory architecture
d)
memory
e)
memory address
88.
Definition: The set of data used by a processor during a certain time interval, which should ideally fit into a CPU cache for optimum performance. Which is the correct term?
a)
working set
b)
memory address
c)
memory architecture
d)
memory card
e)
microcode
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