CY1U5.1 - Hardware 1

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The Central Processing Unit (CPU) helps the computer operate by doing calculations and managing tasks.

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True

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A Solid-State Drive (SSD) is typically faster and more expensive than a Hard Disk Drive (HDD).

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True

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The Solid-State Drive (SSD) stores information by using rotating, magnetic platters.

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False

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A typical home PC with general desktop applications installed that accomplish the vast majority of tasks needed by office and home users is known as a thin client.

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False

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Random Access Memory (RAM) requires a continuous flow of electricity to preserve its contents; therefore, all data stored in RAM is lost when the computer is turned off.

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True

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Which of the following is not Internal Hardware? Printer, Graphics Card, Processor, Hard Drive

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Printer

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Identify which of the following is not computer hardware: Server, CPU, Web Browser, Printer

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Web Browser

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What can Adrian expect to do on his machine without an operating system installed? Options: Document Editing, Email, Web Browser, None of the above

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None of the above

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What may be the reason Nolan is experiencing issues with slow load times after upgrading his GPU? Options: GPU incompatibilities, Incorrect GPU installation, His SSD is almost out of storage, None of the Above

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His SSD is almost out of storage

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Jackie is looking to buy a laptop for watching movies from an online subscription-based streaming service and working on her schoolwork on Google Drive and Office 365. Her budget is limited. Which PC configuration would you recommend? Options: Standard thick client, Gaming PC, Thin client, NAS device

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Thin client