Computer Hardware Components

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    What is the main circuit board inside the computer called?

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The aim of this quiz is to practise identifying the main components found
inside the system case and their functions.


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  • 2. 

    What is the function of the power supply?

    • The power supply protects against electrical shock

    • The power supply converts power from the wall socket to a lower voltage

    • The power supply protects the motherboard

    Correct Answer
    A. The power supply converts power from the wall socket to a lower voltage
  • 3. 

    Main memory is also known as

    • RAM

    • Secondary storage

    • Software

    • Disc drive

    Correct Answer
    A. RAM
  • 4. 

    What is ROM an abbreviation of?

    Correct Answer
    Read Only Memory
    firmware
  • 5. 

    CPU is an abbreviation of

    Correct Answer
    Central Processing Unit
    Central Processor Unit
  • 6. 

    What is the name of the following component?

    Correct Answer
    hard disk
    hard drive
    secondary storage
    hard disk drive
  • 7. 

    What is the following called?

    • System case

    • Hard drive

    • Adapter card

    • Power supply

    • CPU

    Correct Answer
    A. System case
  • 8. 

    Why are CD drives and  DVD  drives also referred to as optical drives?

    • The disks are made of optical material

    • A lens is used to read the data

    • Light is used for reading the information

    Correct Answer
    A. Light is used for reading the information

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