Motherboard Components Flashcards
1
Q
What does CPU mean?
A
Central Processing Unit (main processor)
2
Q
RAM & ROM are examples of what type of ware?
A
Firmware
3
Q
What does RAM stand for?
A
Random Access Memory
4
Q
What does ROM stand for?
A
Read Only Memory
5
Q
Is RAM known as volatile or non-volatile memory?
A
Volatile (temporary, could change)
6
Q
Is ROM know as volatile or non-volatile memory?
A
Non-volatile (non-temporary, saved)
7
Q
The infrastructure of the motherboard consisting of a series of wired connections and circuit boards is known as?
A
The System Bus (think of it like a bus route)
8
Q
The system bus allows 2- way communication from what 3 areas?
A
HD controller, Video controller, and memory
9
Q
Name three basic storage device types?
A
Memory Stick (thumb drive), External Hard Drive, Internal Hard Drive
