#1
Which of the following components is responsible for processing data in a computer system?
CPU
ExplanationCentral processing unit responsible for data processing.
#2
What is the primary function of a motherboard?
To connect and communicate between hardware components
ExplanationConnects and facilitates communication between hardware components.
#3
What does the term 'GPU' stand for in the context of computer hardware?
Graphics Processing Unit
ExplanationGraphics Processing Unit used for rendering graphics.
#4
Which of the following types of memory is volatile, meaning it loses its contents when power is turned off?
RAM
ExplanationRandom Access Memory loses data when power is off.
#5
Which of the following connectors is typically used to connect a monitor to a computer?
HDMI
ExplanationHigh Definition Multimedia Interface commonly used for monitors.
#6
Which of the following connectors is commonly used to connect peripherals like printers and keyboards to a computer?
USB
ExplanationUniversal Serial Bus commonly used for connecting peripherals.
#7
What is the purpose of BIOS in a computer system?
To load the operating system during startup
ExplanationLoads the operating system during startup.
#8
What does SCSI stand for in the context of computer hardware?
Small Computer System Interface
ExplanationSmall Computer System Interface for connecting peripherals.
#9
Which of the following devices converts digital data into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines?
Modem
ExplanationModem converts digital data for transmission over telephone lines.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a type of optical storage media?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
ExplanationSolid State Drive is not an optical storage media.
#11
Which of the following RAID levels provides both data redundancy and increased performance?
RAID 10
ExplanationProvides both data redundancy and increased performance.
#12
In networking, what is the purpose of a MAC address?
To uniquely identify a device on a network
ExplanationUniquely identifies a device on a network.
#13
What is the purpose of an expansion card in a computer?
To add additional functionality or ports to the computer
ExplanationAdds functionality or ports to the computer.
#14
Which of the following connectors is commonly used to connect a high-definition display to a computer?
HDMI
ExplanationHigh Definition Multimedia Interface commonly used for high-definition display connection.
#15
Which of the following storage technologies provides the fastest data access times?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
ExplanationSolid State Drive provides the fastest data access times.