Module 6 - Questions
CU
The CPU consists of two parts: the CU and the ALU. The ______________________________________ retrieves the instructions and raw input data and sends that data for processing. 1) ALU 2) CU
Desktop
What device does not have peripherals permanentaly attached to the system unit? 1) Smartphone 2) Notebook 3) Desktop
A desktop has more external storage available.
What is the difference between a handheld and a desktop? 1) A desktop has less memory and storage space. 2) A handheld has more external storage available. 3) A desktop has more external storage available. 4) A handheld has more memory and storage space.
GHz
What is the measurement unit used to identify "Clock Speed" on today's computers? 1) MHz 2) gigabytes 3) GHz 4) megabytes
Docking station
What will allow the notebook or tablet peripherals to function like a desktop? 1) Keyboard 2) Docking station 3) Monitor
Hard drive
What will store data even when the computer is turned off but may lose data and should be backed up? 1) Hard drive 2) ROM 3) RAM
Mouse, keyboard, and webcam
Which input peripherals are now integrated in the laptop? 1) External hard drive, mouse, and monitor 2) Mouse, keyboard, and webcam 3) USB ports, keyboard, and CPU 4) Keyboard, CPU, and printer 5 CPU, keyboard, and mouse
desktop
A certain computer has the following components and capabilities: *peripherals include an external flatscreen monitor and an optical disk drive *large capacity hard drive What category of computer does it fit into? 1) laptop 2) handheld 3) desktop
expansion slots
A video card or wireless network card would be located in ___________________________________________. 1) expansion slots 2) processor slots 3) memory slots 4) power connectors
CPU, hard drive, memory, power source.
Although the tablet computer looks different from the desktop and laptop, it largely contains the same internal components that allow it to work. However, some of the components inside of a tablet computer may be difficult to identify because of their miniaturization. Which of the following lists is composed of components that must be part of the internal workings of the tablet computer pictured? 1) CPU, hard drive, memory, power source. 2) CPU, RAM and ROM memory, expansion slots. 3) RAM ROM memory, usb port, hard drive.
ROM
BIOS _______________________________ is stored in the ROM chip on the motherboard. 1) RAM 2) ROM
Bays are used to house removable media such as CDs or DVDs. Slots are used to insert PC cards that may not be internal to the system unit such as a wireless-access card or a modem card. Ports are used to connect additional devices used for input, output, storage or communication.
Describe the difference between bays, slots, and ports.
Bus
Drag the hardware component to the matching description. A collection of wires, cables, optical fiber, or printed circuits that allow multiple hardware components to communicate with each other. 1) I/O subsystem 2) CPU 3) Bus 4) Memory
I/O subsystem
Drag the hardware component to the matching description. Contains peripheral devices used for input, output, and long-term storage 1) I/O subsystem 2) CPU 3) Bus 4) Memory
CPU
Drag the hardware component to the matching description. Executes instructions and commands computer components 1) I/O subsystem 2) CPU 3) Bus 4) Memory
Memory
Drag the hardware component to the matching description. Stores programs being executed and data that the programs use 1) I/O subsystem 2) CPU 3) Bus 4) Memory
B
In the image above, which letter represents the motherboard? 1) A 2) B 3) C
RAM
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both Additional can be purchased for the computer. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
RAM
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both Information stored is lost when the the computer is turned off. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
Both
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both Is used to store programs. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
ROM
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both It holds the instructions the computer needs to boot. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
Both
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both Stores information as bits. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
RAM
Indicate whether the following are characteristics of RAM, ROM or both Temporary form of memory. 1) RAM 2) ROM 3) Both
Output
Indicate whether the following peripheral device would be used for input, output, temporary memory or storage. Projector 1) Input 2) Output 3) Storage
Output
Indicate whether the following peripheral device would be used for input, output, temporary memory or storage. Speakers 1) Input 2) Output 3) Storage
Input
Indicate whether the following peripheral device would be used for input, output, temporary memory or storage. Stylus 1) Input 2) Output 3) Storage
Nonvolatile
Indicate whether the following types of memory are volatile or nonvolatile. Hard Drive 1) Volatile 2) Nonvolatile
Volatile
Indicate whether the following types of memory are volatile or nonvolatile. Random Access Memory (RAM) 1) Volatile 2) Nonvolatile
Nonvolatile
Indicate whether the following types of memory are volatile or nonvolatile. Read-Only Memory (ROM) 1) Volatile 2) Nonvolatile
The CPU interprets and executes programs.
Indicate which of the following is an accurate statement about the CPU. 1) The CPU stores information. 2) The CPU interprets and executes programs. 3) The CPU is a component within the system unit, but not on the motherboard. 4) The clock speed (GHz) of the CPU is the only factor that affects PC responsiveness.
Running programs
RAM computer memory is involved in the following: 1) Storing information permanently 2) Providing instructions for booting 3) Running programs
handheld
Rank the categories of computers in terms of performance capabilities least amount of performance capability 1) desktop 2) laptop 3) handheld
laptop
Rank the categories of computers in terms of performance capabilities mid performance capability 1) desktop 2) laptop 3) handheld
desktop
Rank the categories of computers in terms of performance capabilities most performance capability 1) desktop 2) laptop 3) handheld
webcam scanner microphone keyboard and mouse
Recall the IPOS cycle, introduced previously. Many peripheral devices play a role in the cycle. Drag the peripheral devices to the IPOS cycle stage that most closely matches their function. Input: 1) CD 2) flash drive 3) webcam 4) printer 5) external hard drive 6) monitor 7) scanner 8) headphones 9) speaker 10) microphone 11) keyboard and mouse
speaker printer headphones monitor
Recall the IPOS cycle, introduced previously. Many peripheral devices play a role in the cycle. Drag the peripheral devices to the IPOS cycle stage that most closely matches their function. Output: 1) CD 2) flash drive 3) webcam 4) printer 5) external hard drive 6) monitor 7) scanner 8) headphones 9) speaker 10) microphone 11) keyboard and mouse
external hard drive flash drive CD
Recall the IPOS cycle, introduced previously. Many peripheral devices play a role in the cycle. Drag the peripheral devices to the IPOS cycle stage that most closely matches their function. Storage: 1) CD 2) flash drive 3) webcam 4) printer 5) external hard drive 6) monitor 7) scanner 8) headphones 9) speaker 10) microphone 11) keyboard and mouse
whether the CPU has a CU.
Responsiveness of a PC will rely on all of the following components except 1) the number of processors. 2) whether the CPU has a CU. 3) the way electrical circuits are wired. 4) the amount of RAM that can store data. 5) the system clock speed.
ALU
The CPU consists of two parts: the CU and the ALU. The ______________________________ does the actual processing of the data to output display on your screen. 1) ALU 2) CU
motherboard
The ________________________________ is the printed circuit board that houses the CPU, memory chips, and expansion cards in any computer. 1) system unit 2) internal bus 3) chassis 4) motherboard
hard drive
The ____________________________________ is used for long-term storage and is the component used to save data when the computer is turned off. 1) processor 2) internal drive bay 3) memory 4) hard drive
RAM
The following describes features of _________________________ . 1) ROM 2) RAM
They are too small support a large array of peripheral devices.
The size of these devices, such as the one seen above, in many ways makes them convenient and useful. However, the size also presents some limitations compared to larger devices. Which of the following statements is true concerning these limitations? 1) They are too small to contain a CPU. 2) They are too small to support input devices. 3) They are too small to contain memory. 4) They are too small support a large array of peripheral devices.
RAM
The two main forms of ________________________ are main memory and cache memory. 1) RAM 2) ROM
A docking station allows a laptop or tablet to function like a desktop unit.
Which of the following best describes a docking station and its use? 1) A docking station provides additional processing speed to a laptop or tablet. 2) A docking station allows for greater mobility when using a laptop or tablet. 3) A docking station allows a laptop or tablet to function like a desktop unit. 4) A docking station is required to connect a laptop or tablet to a network.
The I/O subsystem includes devices such as the printer, keyboard, and monitor.
Which of the following best describes the I/O subsystem? 1) The I/O subsystem permits information to be shared between the CPU and the bus. 2) The I/O subsystem stores information permanently in one specific location. 3) The I/O subsystem includes devices such as the printer, keyboard, and monitor. 4) The I/O subsystem focuses on processing of information and execution of commands.
The bus transfers information between computer components or between computers.
Which of the following best describes the function of the bus component? 1) The bus transfers information between computer components or between computers. 2) The bus controls all of the components in a system. 3) The bus consists of input and output devices. 4) The bus contains information in permanent memory that is used by the CPU.
The peripherals and system unit of a notebook/laptop are sold as a single unit.
Which of the following statements best describes differences between a desktop PC system and a notebook/laptop computer? 1) Unlike a desktop computer, bays, slots, and ports on a notebook/laptop may be located on the front, side, or back of the system unit. 2) The system unit in a notebook/laptop is easily distinguished from external peripherals. 3) A notebook/laptop includes a number of bays, slots, and ports, and a desktop does not. 4) The peripherals and system unit of a notebook/laptop are sold as a single unit.
The CPU processes programs.
Which of the following statements best describes the function of the CPU? 1)The CPU consists of wires that detect if a current is present. 2) The CPU processes programs. 3) The CPU is a subsystem of the I/O bus. 4) The CPU stores data from programs while they are in use.
The two parts of the CPU do the computer's main work of accepting data and converting it to information.
Which of the following statements best describes the role of the CPU in a computing environment? 1) The CPU does the actual processing of the data, from mathematical calculations and logical operations to conversion of keyboard text entry to output display on your screen. 2) The two parts of the CPU do the computer's main work of accepting data and converting it to information. 3) The CPU only sends information to various parts of the computer.
The smartphone has items normally thought of as peripherals such as keyboard and monitor built in, whereas with the desktop computer the peripherals are largely external.
Which of the following statements describes key differences between the peripheral devices of a standard desktop PC computer and a smartphone? 1) The smartphone has items normally thought of as peripherals such as keyboard and monitor built in, whereas with the desktop computer the peripherals are largely external. 2) The desktop computer has peripherals such as keyboard and monitor built in, whereas with the smartphone the peripherals are largely external. 3) The desktop is more likely to have peripheral devices built into the computer compared to the smartphone.
Computer memory facilitates the execution of programs by storing both the program and the data that is being used by a program.
Which of the following statements describes the main function of computer memory? 1) Computer memory facilitates the execution of programs by storing both the program and the data that is being used by a program. 2) Memory executes instructions for programs. 3) Computer memory consists of long-term storage devices such as a disk drive or tape. 4) Memory allows information to move between components.
Monitor
Which peripheral device that was previously only an output device became both an input and output device with the advent of the tablet computer? 1) Mouse 2) CPU 3) Monitor 4) Keyboard
RAM
_____________________________ can be read and written to. 1) RAM 2) ROM
