Unit 5 Computer Hardware

What is the main purpose of computers in businesses today?

• To play games

• To facilitate fast trading of information

• To replace human workers

• To store physical files

Why is it important to understand how computers work in a business?

• To ensure their longevity through proper maintenance

• To make them look good

• To use them as decorations

• To avoid using them

What will you be able to compare after studying this unit?

• The key uses of hardware and software

• The taste of different foods

• The colors of the rainbow

• The sounds of different animals

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

• Store data

• Perform calculations

• Display graphics

• Connect to the internet

What limits the amount of work you can do at any given time on a computer?

• The CPU speed

• The amount of RAM

• The size of the monitor

• The type of keyboard

What is the best way to think of RAM?

• As a permanent storage

• As a temporary workspace

• As a power source

• As a cooling system

Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Controller

• Microphone

• Monitor

• Fingerprint scanner

What might indicate a problem with a mouse peripheral?

• The mouse cursor is moving too fast

• The mouse cursor is not moving when it should

• The mouse is making noise

• The mouse is glowing

What should you consider when diagnosing a peripheral problem?

• What isn’t happening that should

• The color of the peripheral

• The brand of the peripheral

• The age of the computer

What does effective troubleshooting and diagnosis help minimize?

• Software updates

• Lost revenue

• Hardware costs

• Energy consumption