Computer Basics
The Motherboard
OHSP
Tools and Equipment
Anything Random
10
It is the core of the computer system.
System Unit
10
Is a 12V power supply cable used with motherboards that have an Intel Pentium 4 or later processor
4-pin (P4) Motherboard Power Connector
10
Are OHSP in CSS NCII limited to 12? (Yes or No)
NO. There are a lot of OHSP for CSS but the 12 are only small portion of them.
10
Small tools used for picking up objects too small to be easily handled with the human fingers.
Tweezers
10
How many days and hours is the JDVP Program? (Give the number of days and hours)
40 days / 320 hours
15
First widely sold personal computer with a Graphics User Interface
The Macintosh
15
Is a ROM chip found on motherboards that allows you to access and set-up your computer system at the most basic level.
BIOS
15
The first thing you should do before working on your computer.
Power off and unplug the computer
15
What are the four categories of tools?
ESD Tools
Hand Tools
Cleaning Tools
Diagnostic Tools
15
Commonly known as the brain of the computer.
Processor / CPU
20
An electronic device that maintains a constant voltage level to electrical equipment on the same load. It regulates voltage variations to deliver constant, reliable power supply.
Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR)
20
How would you describe the jumper setting in the right?
Reset
20
How to ground yourself before touching any part of the computer?
Hold the chassis for 10-15 seconds to discharge/ground yourself.
20
Every member of the group should give a tool used for CSS NCII. This will go for 2 rounds.
Tools and Equipment for 20 points!
20
Who is the president of St. Gregory the Great Technical School?
Ma'am Elsie B. Capinpuyan
25
A term used in forcibly pushing a CPU to operate than what is is officially rated by its manufacturer.
Overclocking
25
Enumerate the 3 common expansion slots (no abbreviations)
Accelerated Graphics Card
Peripheral Component Interconnect
Peripheral Component Interconnect - Express
25
Is a planned system of working to prevent illness and injury where you work.
Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
25
_____ is the sudden flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects caused by contact, an electrical short or dielectric breakdown.
Electrostatic discharge
25
Every member should give 1 input device.
Anything Random for 25 points!
30
A component within a computer that transmits out instructions of a computer program by processing the basic arithmetical, logical, and input/out operations of the system
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
30
The Northbridge is an integrated circuit responsible for the communications between the _____, _____, and _____.
CPU interface, AGP (Graphics Card), and RAM (Memory)
30
Every member should recite 1 OHSP and briefly explain it.
OHSP for 30 points!
30
Enumerate 3 tools that you'll need for network cabling.
Crimping Tools
Wire stripper
Cable Tester
30
What are the two (2) essential parts of a computer?
Computer Hardware and Software