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Hardware & Components Quiz
Hardware & Components Quiz
20 questions · Unlimited attempts · Free online practice
Computer hardware refers to the physical components that make up a computer system. The central processing unit (CPU) executes instructions; RAM provides fast temporary memory; sto...
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All 20 questions in this Hardware & Components quiz
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Which hardware component is the 'brain' of the computer, executing instructions and managing the flow of data?
- A. GPU
- B. CPU
- C. HDD
- D. RAM
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What is the term for the small amount of high-sepeeed memory located directly on the CPU used to store frequently accessed data?
- A. RAM
- B. Virtual Memory
- C. Cache
- D. ROM
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Which company produces the 'GeForce' line of graphics cards, which currently dominates the gaming market?
- A. AMD
- B. NVIDIA
- C. Intel
- D. Qualcomm
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What is the native file extension for a Word document?
- A. .xls
- B. .txt
- C. .docx
- D. .pdf
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What does 'LCD' stand for?
- A. Low Color Display
- B. Light Color Density
- C. Linear Circuit Device
- D. Liquid Crystal Display
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Which hardware component acts as the 'central hub' where all other computer parts connect and communicate with each other?
- A. CPU
- B. Hard Drive
- C. Motherboard
- D. Power Supply
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What does 'DDR' stand for in the context of computer RAM?
- A. Dual Data Rate
- B. Double Data Rate
- C. Digital Data Relay
- D. Direct Disk Reading
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Which company created 'PlayStation'?
- A. Microsoft
- B. Sony
- C. Nintendo
- D. Sega
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What is the purpose of 'thermal paste' (or thermal grease)?
- A. To glue the CPU to the motherboard
- B. To fill microscopic air gaps between the CPU and the heat sink to improve heat transfer
- C. To prevent the CPU from moving
- D. To increase the electrical conductivity of the processor
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Which company created 'Chrome'?
- A. Google
- B. Microsoft
- C. Mozilla
- D. Apple
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What is the name of the cloud storage service provided by Microsoft?
- A. Dropbox
- B. OneDrive
- C. iCloud
- D. Google Drive
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What is a 'Pixel'?
- A. The smallest unit of an image
- B. A tyepee of memory
- C. A file
- D. A processor
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Which is an input device?
- A. Keyboard
- B. Monitor
- C. Sepeeaker
- D. Printer
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What is the most common form factor for motherboards used in standard desktop PCs?
- A. Mini-ITX
- B. Micro-ATX
- C. ATX
- D. E-ATX
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Which file format is used for Android app installation?
- A. .dmg
- B. .pkg
- C. .exe
- D. .apk
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What is the purpose of the 'I/O Shield' in a PC build?
- A. To protect the CPU from static
- B. To cover the gap around the rear ports and provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection
- C. To increase the sepeeed of USB ports
- D. To hold the RAM in place
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In networking hardware, what is a 'Mesh' system used for?
- A. To create a single, seamless Wi-Fi network using multiple access points
- B. To filter dust out of a computer case
- C. To connect a PC to a television
- D. To sepeeed up the boot time of a computer
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What is the primary function of the CMOS battery on a computer's motherboard?
- A. To power the CPU during high-intensity tasks
- B. To store the BIOS/UEFI settings and maintain the system clock
- C. To act as a backup power supply for the monitor
- D. To cool down the Northbridge
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Which port, commonly found on modern laptops and desktops, supports high-sepeeed data, video output, and power delivery through a single reversible connector?
- A. VGA
- B. USB-C
- C. PS/2
- D. Serial Port
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What does 'Hot Swapping' refer to in hardware?
- A. Switching a computer on while it is still warm
- B. Replacing a component while the system is still running
- C. Overclocking the GPU until it gets hot
- D. Charging a laptop using a high-wattage charger