Computer Systems Servicing Quiz

What is used to ensure that equipment or components function properly?

• ESD tools

• Hand tools

• Cleaning tools

• Diagnostic tools

What function of the motherboard makes communication between different components easier?

• Conserves resources

• Drives communication

• Manages data flow

• Optimizes power distribution

What allows users to skip resetting BIOS configurations, such as boot order, date, and time settings, each time they power on their computer?

• CMOS

• CMOS battery

• Input/output chipset

• Read-only memory

What function of the motherboard ensure that the operating system interacts well with input and output devices, such as the keyboard and mouse, to process instructions?

• Conserves resources

• Drives communication

• Manages data flow

• Optimizes power distribution

What type of compound is used to maintain heat distribution between the CPU and heat sink?

• Glue

• Graphite paste

• Silicon spray

• Thermal compound

What chipset controls the processor, the AGP video slot, and the RAM?

• Eastbridge

• Northbridge

• Southbridge

• Westbridge

Which one of the following tools would help build a computer?

• Allen wrench

• Duct tape

• Hammer

• Screwdriver

Who makes the most popular processors?

• AMD

• Apple

• Intel

• Microsoft

The CPU fan

• is self-powered

• is powered directly by the power supply

• is plugged into the motherboard for power

• is not powered, runs on gravity

Which is the most popular operating system?

• UNIX

• Microsoft Windows

• Linux

• DOS