HNS M5: Connect Internal Hardware Components

1. What is the primary function of the CPU?

A. Store long-term data B. Provide power to components C. Execute instructions and process data D. Display images on the screen

2. What does the BIOS or UEFI do during the boot process?

A. Determines which device loads first B. Renders 3D graphics C. Encrypts all data on the hard drive D. Connects to the internet

3. What is the purpose of booting a computer in Safe Mode?

A. To increase processing speed B. To boot with minimal drivers and services C. To run a virus scan in full D. To reset all factory settings

4. What is the main goal of a system backup?

A. Increase the speed of the computer B. Install new software C. Update device drivers D. Creates a copy of files and settings

5. What is the function of virtual memory?

A. To permanently store the operating system B. To connect to a cloud service C. Uses part of the hard disk as RAM D. To manage user passwords

6. Which component is responsible for processing graphics?

A. HDD B. GPU C. PSU D. NIC

7. What does RAM stand for?

A. Random Access Memory B. Read-Only Memory C. Remote Access Module D. Replicating Application Manager

8. What is the central circuit board that connects all components?

A. CPU B. Graphics Card C. Hard Drive D. Motherboard

9. Which type of storage device has no moving parts?

A. SSD B. HDD C. CD-ROM D. Floppy Disk

10. What component converts AC power to DC power?

A. CPU B. Power Supply Unit C. Motherboard D. GPU

11. What is the purpose of a heat sink and fan?

A. To create noise B. To generate power C. To cool the CPU D. To store temporary data

12. What kind of cable connects a hard drive to the motherboard?

A. HDMI B. VGA C. Ethernet D. SATA

13. Which component allows a computer to connect to a network?

A. CPU B. Network Interface Card C. RAM D. Power Supply

14. What does USB stand for?

A. Universal Serial Bus B. Unified System Bus C. User Storage Byte D. Utility Software Backup

15. What is the term for software embedded in a hardware device?

A. Application B. Operating System C. Firmware D. Driver

16. What is the battery-powered chip that stores the BIOS settings?

A. RAM B. Hard Drive C. CPU D. CMOS

17. Which slots are used to add components like a graphics card to a motherboard?

A. Expansion slots (e.g., PCIe) B. Memory slots C. USB ports D. Power connectors

18. What does "dual-core" refer to in a processor?

A. It has two processors B. It has two processing cores on one chip C. It can run two programs at once D. It uses two types of memory

19. What is the purpose of cache memory?

A. Long-term storage B. Permanent program storage C. High-speed, temporary storage for the CPU D. Memory for a graphics card

20. Which storage device uses spinning platters?

A. SSD B. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) C. USB Flash Drive D. Memory Card

21. What is thermal paste used for?

A. To improve heat transfer from the CPU to the heat sink B. To conduct electricity to the motherboard C. To seal the computer case D. To clean internal components

22. Which are components of an older motherboard chipset?

A. USB and Ethernet B. BIOS and RAM C. CPU and GPU D. Northbridge and Southbridge

23. What is a "jumper" on a motherboard?

A. A type of CPU fan B. A specific type of cable C. A small connector used to close a circuit for configuration D. A form of memory

24. What is the front cover of a computer case called?

A. A panel B. A bezel C. A shroud D. A faceplate

25. What is the initial diagnostic test a computer performs on startup?

A. POST (Power-On Self-Test) B. CPU benchmark C. Disk defragmentation D. Driver update check

HNS Exam: Computer Hardware

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