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WorksheetsCOMP 1: Introduction to Computing 1 (Midterm Examination)
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 56mins
Which generation of computers used vacuum tubes as the basic components for memory and circuitry?
1st Generation
3rd Generation
4th Generation
2nd Generation
What were the primary memory components used in the second generation of computers?
Transistors
Magnetic cores
VLSI circuits
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Which generation of computers used Integrated Circuits (ICs) instead of transistors?
1st Generation
2nd Generation
3rd Generation
4th Generation
What technology was used in the fourth generation of computers to create microcomputers?
Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Transistors
Vacuum tubes
Which generation of computers introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an emerging branch in computer science?
1st Generation
2nd Generation
3rd Generation
5th Generation
What is computer hardware?
The physical parts of a computer and related devices
The information produced by a computer
The instructions stored in a computer's memory
The data and instructions given to a computer
What are the internal hardware parts of a computer called?
Peripherals
Input devices
Output devices
Components
Which of the following is an input device?
Printer
Speakers
Keyboard
Monitor
What is the purpose of output devices?
To store data
To interact with the computer
To make data available to the user
To process data
Which of the following is a non-volatile storage device?
CPU Cache
CPU Register
RAM
Hard Disk Drive
What is the purpose of a graphics card?
To store data
To process instructions
To provide network connectivity
To provide visual output
Which of the following is a non-volatile storage device?
RAM
CPU Cache
USB Flash Drive
CPU Register
What is the purpose of processing devices?
To process instructions
To interact with the computer
To store data
To make data available to the user
Which component is responsible for carrying out instructions and performing calculations?
RAM
Hard Disk
CPU
Power Supply
What is the purpose of a sound card?
To store data
To process instructions
To provide network connectivity
To provide audio output
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Keyboard
Monitor
Mouse
Scanner
What determines whether you need an SSD or an HDD for storage?
Use
Function
Storage capacity
Portability
Which of the following is a volatile storage device?
SD Card
RAM
Hard Disk Drive
USB Flash Drive
What is the purpose of a network interface card?
To store data
To provide network connectivity
To provide audio output
To process instructions
Which of the following is an example of a display device?
Speakers
Microphone
Data projector
Printer
What does LCD stand for?
(a)
What does LED stand for?
(a)
What does HDMI stand for?
(a)
What does VGA stand for?
(a)
What does HDD stand for?
(a)
What does SSD stand for?
(a)
What does USB stand for?
(a)
What does SD in SD Card stand for?
(a)
What does CD stand for?
(a)
What does DVD stand for?
(a)
What does CPU stand for?
(a)
What does RAM stand for?
(a)
What does VRAM stand for?
(a)
What does GPU stand for?
(a)
What does PC stand for?
(a)
Which of the following is a common PC form factor?
Desktop PC
Smart TV
Smartphone
Tablet
Which of the following is NOT a necessary part for a PC to function?
Memory
Monitor
CPU Cooler
Power supply unit
What is the purpose of a CPU in a PC?
Provide internet connectivity
Store data
Perform computations
Display images
Which of the following is a popular manufacturer of PC processors?
Samsung
Intel
Sony
LG
Which Intel processor model is typically more powerful?
Intel Celeron G905
Intel Pentium Silver N6000
Intel Core i3-13100
Intel Core i5-13500
What does the letter 'F' at the end of an Intel Core processor model indicate?
No integrated GPU
Overclockable
Regular version
Presence of an iGPU
Which of the following is a processor model from AMD?
AMD Pentium Gold G6400
AMD Athlon 300GE
AMD Celeron G905
AMD Core i7-13700
What does the letter 'X' at the end of an AMD Ryzen processor model indicate?
Presence of an iGPU
No integrated GPU
More powerful version
Regular version
Which of the following is NOT a convenient part to have for a PC?
Keyboard
Chassis / Case
Processor
Speakers / Headphones
What is the purpose of a CPU cooler in a PC?
Keep the CPU cool
Store data
Display images
Perform computations
What are the two main types of CPU coolers?
Air cooling and liquid cooling
Low profile cooling and dual tower cooling
Medium cooling and liquid cooling
Heat sink cooling and radiator cooling
What are the two subtypes of CPU air coolers?
Heat sink cooling and fan cooling
Dual tower air cooler and liquid cooler
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
All-in-one liquid cooler and custom liquid cooling
What are the two subtypes of CPU liquid coolers?
All-in-one liquid cooler (AIO) and custom liquid cooling
Air cooling and water cooling
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
Dual tower air cooler and liquid cooler
What is the main function of a CPU cooler?
To draw heat away from the CPU and other components
To cool the RAM and motherboard
To circulate liquid through a heat sink
To increase the speed of the CPU
What are the common form factors of a motherboard?
DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5
AM4 and AM5
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
Standard-ATX and E-ATX
Which sockets are used by the latest Intel Core CPUs?
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
AM4 and AM5
LGA 1200 and LGA 1700
DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5
Which sockets are used by the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs?
DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5
LGA 1200 and LGA 1700
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
AM4 and AM5
What is the purpose of RAM in a computer?
To provide temporary working storage for code and data
To draw heat away from the CPU and other components
To cool the RAM and motherboard
To increase the speed of the CPU
What are the common versions of RAM using the DDR name?
LGA 1200 and LGA 1700
AM4 and AM5
DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5
Low profile air cooler and single tower air cooler
What is the recommended minimum RAM for basic tasks like internet browsing?
64 GB
32 GB
16 GB
8 GB
What is the recommended RAM for gaming and light editing?
16 GB
8 GB
32 GB
64 GB
What is the recommended RAM for heavy editing, 3D modeling, and animations?
16 GB
8 GB
64 GB
32 GB
What is the maximum amount of RAM supported by Windows 11 Pro?
2,000 GB (2 TB)
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
What does faster RAM, especially DDR5, produce?
More storage capacity
Higher power consumption
Slower processing speed
A lot of heat
Why do most RAM nowadays have attached heatsinks?
To reduce power consumption
To improve processing speed
To increase the storage capacity
To dissipate heat generated by faster RAM
What are the two main options for primary storage on a computer?
Random access memory (RAM) and Read-only memory (ROM)
Hard disk drive (HDD) and Solid state drive (SSD)
Keyboard and Mouse
Central processing unit (CPU) and Graphics processing unit (GPU)
What is the capacity range of a hard disk drive (HDD)?
20 GB to 500 GB
1 TB to 4 TB
500 GB to 20 TB
128 GB to 8 TB
Why are solid state drives (SSD) faster than hard disk drives (HDD)?
SSDs have larger storage capacity
SSDs use flash technology instead of mechanical parts
SSDs have higher wattage
SSDs have better efficiency
Which form factors are common for hard disk drives (HDD)?
DDR3 and DDR4
ATX and Micro-ATX
M.2 and PCIe
2.5-inch and 3.5-inch
Which form factors are common for solid state drives (SSD)?
DDR3 and DDR4
2.5-inch and 3.5-inch
M.2 and PCIe
ATX and Micro-ATX
Which storage device is recommended for Windows 11 and other programs?
128 GB SSD
512 GB SSD
256 GB HDD
500 GB HDD
Why are solid state drives (SSD) recommended for storing games, images, and videos?
They are much faster than hard disk drives (HDD)
They have a better form factor than hard disk drives (HDD)
They have larger storage capacity than hard disk drives (HDD)
They are more beautiful than hard disk drives (HDD)
In which scenario do hard disk drives (HDD) hold their value?
For small businesses
For gaming consoles
For personal computers and laptops
For large industries and organizations
What is the main function of a power supply unit (PSU)?
To increase the wattage of the system
To regulate the DC output voltage
To convert alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC)
To supply systems with power
What factors are associated with power supply units (PSU)?
Form factor, wattage, and efficiency
Storage capacity, speed, and brand
Resolution, refresh rate, and response time
Processor, graphics card, and RAM
What does the '80+ Efficiency Rating' certification indicate for a power supply unit (PSU)?
It indicates the warranty period of the PSU
It indicates the efficiency of the PSU
It indicates the wattage of the PSU
It indicates the form factor of the PSU
What are the common types of wiring in a power supply unit (PSU)?
Type A, Type B, and Type C
USB 2.0, USB 3.0, and USB-C
HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA
SATA, PCIe, and Peripheral
Which cables are commonly found in a power supply unit (PSU)?
Ethernet, HDMI, and DVI
VGA, DisplayPort, and Mini DisplayPort
USB, Thunderbolt, and FireWire
SATA, PCIe, and Peripheral
Rearrange the steps on how to build a PC:
1. Insert the processor into the motherboard’s CPU slot.
2. Insert the memory/RAM into the motherboard’s DIMM Slots.
3. If using an M.2 SSD, install that first before the CPU Cooler
4. Install the CPU Cooler.
5. Install the Power Supply Unit onto the PC Case, utilize the cables you need.
6. Install the motherboard into the PC Case, make sure it is secure.
7. Install other components onto the PC case such as your HDD or 2.5” SSD if you have them.
8. Connect everything together.
1-3-5-7-8-6-4-2
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8
8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1
2-4-6-8-7-5-3-1
Bonus Question: What company makes billions of dollars selling windows?
(a)
