#1
What does RAM stand for in computer hardware?
Read Access Memory
Random Access Memory
Run Access Memory
Random Allocation Memory
#2
Which of the following storage devices is considered non-volatile?
#3
Which technology is used in modern Solid State Drives (SSDs) to store data?
Magnetic tape
Optical disks
NAND flash memory
Ferroelectric RAM
#4
What is the primary purpose of a heatsink in a computer?
To increase the processor speed
To store temporary data
To dissipate heat away from the CPU
To supply power to the computer components
#5
What distinguishes a mechanical hard drive (HDD) from a solid state drive (SSD)?
HDDs use magnetic storage, while SSDs use integrated circuits
HDDs are only used in servers, while SSDs are used in personal computers
HDDs have faster data transfer rates
SSDs are larger in size
#6
What is the primary function of a CPU?
Store data
Process instructions
Output video signals
Manage network connections
#7
In computer architecture, what does the term 'pipelining' refer to?
A method to cool the CPU
A technique for installing software
A process for managing data storage
A technique to increase CPU instruction throughput
#8
What is the main advantage of using RAID 0 configuration?
Data redundancy
Increased storage capacity
Improved performance
Enhanced encryption
#9
What does the term 'clock speed' refer to in the context of CPU performance?
The speed at which the CPU fan spins
The rate at which the CPU can execute instructions per second
The frequency of the system clock
The speed of data transfer between the CPU and RAM
#10
Which of the following interfaces is primarily used for connecting graphics cards to a motherboard?
PCI Express
Serial ATA
USB
Ethernet
#11
What distinguishes DDR4 RAM from DDR3 RAM?
Higher speed and lower voltage
Lower speed and higher voltage
Only higher speed
Only lower voltage
#12
In the context of data storage, what does 'IOPS' stand for?
Input/Output Procedures per Second
Input/Output Performance Score
Input/Output Operations per Second
Input/Output Packets per Second
#13
What is ECC memory primarily used for?
Enhancing gaming performance
Detecting and correcting errors in data
Expanding the available virtual memory
Encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access
#14
In terms of computer graphics, what does the term 'ray tracing' refer to?
A method for drawing straight lines on a screen
A technique for detecting system errors
A rendering technique for generating an image by tracing the path of light
A technique for improving processor speed
#15
What is the main difference between an M.2 SSD and a SATA SSD?
M.2 SSDs are only used for data backup
SATA SSDs have faster data transfer rates
M.2 SSDs can use the NVMe protocol for faster data access
SATA SSDs use flash memory, while M.2 SSDs do not