Types of Computer Hardware

MCQs About Hardware and Types of Computer Hardware

1. *Which component is often referred to as the brain of the computer?*
2. a) RAM
3. b) SSD
4. c) CPU
5. d) GPU

   *Answer: c) CPU*

2. *Which memory type is volatile and loses its content when the computer is turned off?*
3. a) ROM
4. b) SSD
5. c) HDD
6. d) RAM

   *Answer: d) RAM*

3. *What does SSD stand for?*
4. a) Solid State Disk
5. b) Simple Storage Drive
6. c) Solid State Drive
7. d) System Storage Device

   *Answer: c) Solid State Drive*

4. *Which component converts mains AC power to low-voltage regulated DC power for a computer?*
5. a) GPU
6. b) PSU
7. c) CPU
8. d) RAM

   *Answer: b) PSU*

5. *What is the main function of a GPU?*
6. a) Process arithmetic operations
7. b) Handle graphics-related tasks
8. c) Store data permanently
9. d) Convert AC to DC power

   *Answer: b) Handle graphics-related tasks*

6. *Which motherboard component connects the CPU to other parts of the computer?*
7. a) GPU slot
8. b) RAM slot
9. c) CPU socket
10. d) BIOS chip

   *Answer: c) CPU socket*

7. *What is the purpose of the BIOS/UEFI in a computer?*
8. a) Store permanent data
9. b) Control the boot process and system settings
10. c) Manage graphics rendering
11. d) Provide temporary storage

   *Answer: b) Control the boot process and system settings*

8. *Which cooling method uses a liquid coolant to dissipate heat from components?*
9. a) Heat Sink
10. b) Fan
11. c) Liquid Cooling
12. d) Thermal Paste

   *Answer: c) Liquid Cooling*

9. *Which form factor defines the size and layout of a computer motherboard?*
10. a) USB
11. b) VGA
12. c) ATX
13. d) HDMI

   *Answer: c) ATX*

10. *Which port is commonly used to connect external storage devices to a computer?*
11. a) HDMI
12. b) Ethernet
13. c) USB
14. d) Thunderbolt

   *Answer: c) USB*

These MCQs cover various aspects of computer hardware and can be used to test understanding and knowledge retention on the topic.