Computer Hardware Quiz

What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?

• Managing peripheral devices

• Storing long-term data

• Executing instructions and performing calculations

• Providing graphical output

What does BIOS stand for in the context of computer hardware?

• Basic Input/Output System

• Binary Input/Output System

• Basic Integrated Operating System

• Binary Input System

Which type of computer memory is non-volatile and retains data even when the power is turned off?

• RAM

• Cache

• ROM

• Virtual Memory

What component is responsible for converting digital data from the computer into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines?

• Modem

• NIC (Network Interface Card)

• CPU

• Router

Which hardware component is used to store data persistently in a computer system?

• RAM

• CPU

• Hard Drive (HDD)

• CPU Cache

What is the primary function of the motherboard in a computer?

• Display graphics

• Provide power to the CPU

• Connect and coordinate all hardware components

• Store program instructions

Which of the following is not a commonly used computer bus type?

• USB (Universal Serial Bus)

• PCI Express (PCIe)

• SATA (Serial ATA)

• HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

What type of computer memory is typically the smallest but the fastest?

• RAM

• ROM

• Cache

• Virtual Memory

What is the primary function of a graphics card (GPU) in a computer?

• To manage storage devices

• To execute CPU instructions

• To render and display graphics

• To control network connections

Which of the following is not a type of computer memory?

• ROM

• Cache

• Hard Disk

• Firewall