Hardware Domain Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of a motherboard? Options: To house the CPU, To connect all hardware components, To store data, To provide power to components
Correct Answer: To connect all hardware components - The motherboard connects the CPU, RAM, storage, and other components, enabling them to communicate.
What type of motherboard slot is used for modern GPUs? Options: PCI, PCIe x16, AGP, ISA
Correct Answer: PCIe x16 - The PCIe x16 slot provides the bandwidth required for modern graphics cards.
What is the purpose of a CPU in a computer? Options: To store data, To process instructions, To manage power delivery, To control network traffic
Correct Answer: To process instructions - The CPU performs calculations and executes instructions to run applications and processes.
What is the benefit of multi-core processors? Options: Increased storage, Improved multitasking, Higher resolution, Reduced power consumption
Correct Answer: Improved multitasking - Multi-core processors can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, enhancing multitasking performance.
What type of RAM is commonly used in laptops? Options: DIMM, SODIMM, SIMM, RIMM
Correct Answer: SODIMM - SODIMM is a smaller form factor RAM designed for laptops and compact devices.
What is the primary function of ECC RAM? Options: To increase speed, To correct data errors, To store more data, To reduce power consumption
Correct Answer: To correct data errors - ECC RAM can detect and correct single-bit memory errors, improving reliability.
What is the main advantage of an SSD over an HDD? Options: Lower cost, Higher capacity, Faster read/write speeds, Longer lifespan
Correct Answer: Faster read/write speeds - SSDs have no moving parts, allowing for significantly faster data access than HDDs.
What is the purpose of NVMe drives? Options: To increase storage capacity, To provide high-speed data transfer, To reduce power consumption, To support RAID configurations
Correct Answer: To provide high-speed data transfer - NVMe drives use the PCIe interface for faster data transfer compared to SATA drives.
What does the 80 PLUS certification indicate in a power supply? Options: Efficiency rating, Voltage output, Wattage capacity, Connector type
Correct Answer: Efficiency rating - The 80 PLUS certification indicates the efficiency of the PSU under various load conditions.
What is a modular power supply? Options: A PSU with fixed cables, A PSU with detachable cables, A PSU for laptops, A PSU with a built-in battery
Correct Answer: A PSU with detachable cables - Modular power supplies allow you to connect only the cables you need, improving cable management.
What is the purpose of thermal paste? Options: To clean the CPU, To improve heat transfer between the CPU and heatsink, To prevent dust buildup, To secure the heatsink to the CPU
Correct Answer: To improve heat transfer between the CPU and heatsink - Thermal paste fills microscopic gaps to enhance heat transfer from the CPU to the heatsink.
What type of cooling is typically quieter? Options: Air cooling, Liquid cooling, Passive cooling, Fan cooling
Correct Answer: Liquid cooling - Liquid cooling systems often produce less noise than air cooling systems while providing effective heat dissipation.
What is the primary purpose of a motherboard? Options: To house the CPU, To connect all hardware components, To store data, To provide power to components
Correct Answer: To connect all hardware components - The motherboard connects the CPU, RAM, storage, and other components, enabling them to communicate.
What type of motherboard slot is used for modern GPUs? Options: PCI, PCIe x16, AGP, ISA
Correct Answer: PCIe x16 - The PCIe x16 slot provides the bandwidth required for modern graphics cards.
What is the purpose of a CPU in a computer? Options: To store data, To process instructions, To manage power delivery, To control network traffic
Correct Answer: To process instructions - The CPU performs calculations and executes instructions to run applications and processes.
What is the benefit of multi-core processors? Options: Increased storage, Improved multitasking, Higher resolution, Reduced power consumption
Correct Answer: Improved multitasking - Multi-core processors can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, enhancing multitasking performance.
What type of RAM is commonly used in laptops? Options: DIMM, SODIMM, SIMM, RIMM
Correct Answer: SODIMM - SODIMM is a smaller form factor RAM designed for laptops and compact devices.
What is the primary function of ECC RAM? Options: To increase speed, To correct data errors, To store more data, To reduce power consumption
Correct Answer: To correct data errors - ECC RAM can detect and correct single-bit memory errors, improving reliability.
What is the main advantage of an SSD over an HDD? Options: Lower cost, Higher capacity, Faster read/write speeds, Longer lifespan
Correct Answer: Faster read/write speeds - SSDs have no moving parts, allowing for significantly faster data access than HDDs.
What is the purpose of NVMe drives? Options: To increase storage capacity, To provide high-speed data transfer, To reduce power consumption, To support RAID configurations
Correct Answer: To provide high-speed data transfer - NVMe drives use the PCIe interface for faster data transfer compared to SATA drives.
What does the 80 PLUS certification indicate in a power supply? Options: Efficiency rating, Voltage output, Wattage capacity, Connector type
Correct Answer: Efficiency rating - The 80 PLUS certification indicates the efficiency of the PSU under various load conditions.
What is a modular power supply? Options: A PSU with fixed cables, A PSU with detachable cables, A PSU for laptops, A PSU with a built-in battery
Correct Answer: A PSU with detachable cables - Modular power supplies allow you to connect only the cables you need, improving cable management.
What is the purpose of thermal paste? Options: To clean the CPU, To improve heat transfer between the CPU and heatsink, To prevent dust buildup, To secure the heatsink to the CPU
Correct Answer: To improve heat transfer between the CPU and heatsink - Thermal paste fills microscopic gaps to enhance heat transfer from the CPU to the heatsink.
What type of cooling is typically quieter? Options: Air cooling, Liquid cooling, Passive cooling, Fan cooling
Correct Answer: Liquid cooling - Liquid cooling systems often produce less noise than air cooling systems while providing effective heat dissipation.
What is the primary purpose of a motherboard? Options: To house the CPU, To connect all hardware components, To store data, To provide power to components
Correct Answer: To connect all hardware components - The motherboard connects the CPU, RAM, storage, and other components, enabling them to communicate.
What type of motherboard slot is used for modern GPUs? Options: PCI, PCIe x16, AGP, ISA
Correct Answer: PCIe x16 - The PCIe x16 slot provides the bandwidth required for modern graphics cards.
What is the purpose of a CPU in a computer? Options: To store data, To process instructions, To manage power delivery, To control network traffic
Correct Answer: To process instructions - The CPU performs calculations and executes instructions to run applications and processes.
What is the benefit of multi-core processors? Options: Increased storage, Improved multitasking, Higher resolution, Reduced power consumption
Correct Answer: Improved multitasking - Multi-core processors can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, enhancing multitasking performance.
What type of RAM is commonly used in laptops? Options: DIMM, SODIMM, SIMM, RIMM
Correct Answer: SODIMM - SODIMM is a smaller form factor RAM designed for laptops and compact devices.
What is the primary function of ECC RAM? Options: To increase speed, To correct data errors, To store more data, To reduce power consumption
Correct Answer: To correct data errors - ECC RAM can detect and correct single-bit memory errors, improving reliability.
