topic 3 A - Hardware

What is the purpose of registers within the CPU?

• To store the operating system

• To temporarily hold data and instructions

• To increase the storage capacity

• To manage network connections

Which device is used to cool the CPU?

• Heat sink

• RAM

• SSD

• Expansion card

What type of CPU architecture does a standard personal computer use?

• Von Neumann

• Harvard

• ARM

• Quantum

Which of these is a feature of SSDs (Solid State Drives) compared to HDDs (Hard Disk Drives)?

• Slower read/write speed

• Higher power consumption

• No moving parts

• Lower data security

What is the primary role of RAM in a computer?

• To store software permanently

• To store data temporarily while in use

• To enhance graphics processing

• To manage external devices

Identify the correct order of the cycle.

• Decode, Execute, Fetch

• Fetch, Decode, Execute

• Execute, Fetch, Decode

• Decode, Fetch, Execute

Which component is crucial for multitasking in a computer system?

• Optical drive

• ALU

• RAM

• ROM

What type of memory is ROM?

• Volatile

• Non-volatile

• Secondary storage

• Expandable storage

What factor affects the performance of a CPU?

• Color of the CPU case

• Number of USB ports

• Clock speed

• Brand of the motherboard

What is the primary advantage of using flash memory in mobile devices?

• Lower cost

• Higher capacity

• Increased durability/portability

• Faster internet access