CompTIA A+ (220-1101): Motherboards, CPUs, and Add-on Cards Flashcards
Which type of motherboard connector is supported throughput speeds of up to 64 GBps?
PCI
PCIe x16
PCI-X
PCIe x8
PCIe x4
PCIe x16
Which component or feature of a CPU will allow an operating system to perceive virtual or logical processor?
Dual core
Over-clocking
Multi core
Single core
Hyper-threading
Hyper-threading
Overclocking is the practice of increasing the clock rate of a computer to exceed that certified by the manufacturer. Dual, multi and single core are the types of CPU.
Which statements are generally applicable to Intel processors when compared to AMD processors?
Usually less expensive
More compatible with other components
Can result in a higher operating cost
Produce less heat
Consume less power
More compatible with other components
Can result in higher operating cost
Produce less heat
**Which security feature was more commonly implemented in devices such as vehicles to allow them to be tracked if stolen?
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TPM
Secure Boot
LoJack
BIOS passowrd
BIOS security
LoJack
LoJack is a stolen-vehicle recovery and IoT-connected car system that utilizes GPS and cellular technology to locate users’ vehicles, view trip-history, see battery levels, track speeding, and maintain vehicle-health via a native app.
Which type of expansion cards would likely be found in professional situations where the intergrated components would not be sufficient?
USB expansion
Network interface card
Modem
Video card
Sound card
Video card and Sound card
Which statement correctly applies to a trusted platform module (TPM)?
An integrated component used to provide encryption and securiy
A method of ensuring that unauthorized users do not make changes to BIOS/UEFI configuration
A method of protecting the boot integrity of a system
A method of being able to track a device if stolen
An external device used to provide encryption and security
An integrated component used to provide encryption and securiy
Which system component or ptocess represents a diagnostic routine that is performed each time a system boots up?
BIOS
TPM
POST
UEFI
CMOS
POST
Which type of CPU socket uses flat metal contacts and a removable chip?
ZIF
PGA
BGA
LGA
LGA
Which type of heat sink would generally provide the most effective level of cooling?
Refrigerated
Liquid cooled
Active heat sink
Passive heat sink
Air conditioning
Refrigerated
Which motherboard form factor was offered in four different sizes of Mini, Nano, Pico and Mobile?
ITX
Mini ATX
ATX
Micro ATX
ITX
