Computer Hardware Basics

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What should Joe check to make sure his system will support adding another hard drive? Options: CPU, RAM, Expansion slots, PSU

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PSU

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You want to upgrade your computer to give it a faster boot time and more space for your files. What should you purchase? Options: CPU, HDD, SSD, RAM

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SSD

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Which of the following are hard drive connector types? SATA, PATA, PCIe, AGP

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SATA, PATA

Front

Which component inside a computer produces the most heat? Options: PSU, GPU, RAM, CPU

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CPU

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Which component of a computer is responsible for processing and rendering graphics?

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GPU

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What is the purpose of an operating system in a computer?

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To manage and control computer resources, provide a user interface, and execute programs.

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Which component of a computer connects all the other components together?

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motherboard

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What is the role of a graphics card in a computer?

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The role of a graphics card is to render and display graphics on a computer monitor.

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What is the primary function of the computer's RAM?

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Temporary storage and working space for the computer

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What is the function of a CPU in a computer?

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To process instructions, perform calculations and manage data.