Objective 3.0: Hardware Flashcards
What is the main difference between a CPU socket and a chipset?
The CPU socket is the physical interface for the processor on a motherboard, while the chipset controls data flow between the CPU, memory, and peripherals.
What is the function of a heat sink?
A heat sink dissipates heat away from the CPU or GPU to prevent overheating.
Name three common types of computer expansion cards.
Graphics cards (GPUs), sound cards, and network interface cards (NICs).
What is the purpose of RAID in computer systems?
RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is used to improve data redundancy and performance by combining multiple physical drives into a single logical unit.
What is the difference between an SSD and an NVMe drive?
Both are solid-state drives, but NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) drives use a faster interface with lower latency compared to traditional SATA SSDs.
