CompTIA A+ 901 Exam Preparation: Hardware and Networking Fundamentals

1. What is the CPU (pronounced as separate letters) abbreviation for?

The CPU refers to the central programming utility used to write computer code.

The central processor unit is a device that contains the memory, control unit, and arithmetic logic unit.

The CPU pertains to the central power unit that provides electricity to the computer.

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2. What is LGA 1150, also known as Socket H3, designed for?

LGA 1150 is designed as a replacement for the LGA 1155 socket with 1150 protruding pins for AMD processors.

LGA 1150 is designed for budget-friendly desktop computers and does not support Intel Clear Video Technology.

LGA 1150 is designed for high-end gaming PCs only and does not support video outputs.

LGA 1150, also known as Socket H3, is specifically designed for Intel CPUs and is used for both Haswell and Broadwell microarchitectures.

Explanation

LGA 1150, also known as Socket H3, is specifically designed for Intel CPUs and is used for both Haswell and Broadwell microarchitectures.

3. What does LGA 1366 (Socket B) use to connect the CPU to a reduced-function northbridge that serves mainly as a PCI-Express controller?

SATA

USB

DMI

Socket 1366 (Socket B) uses QPI (QuickPath Interconnect) to connect the CPU to a reduced-function northbridge that serves mainly as a PCI-Express controller. DMI, USB, and SATA are not the technologies used for this purpose.

Explanation