Storage
What is the purpose of cache memory in a CPU?
To store frequently used data for quick access
What type of connection do most wired NICs use?
RJ-45
What is the primary function of a network interface card (NIC)
To connect a computer to a network
What does Mbps stand for
Mega bits per second
What is the primary function of a motherboard in a computer
To link all the parts together and send electrical signals between them
What is an example of non-persistent storage
RAM (Random Access Memory)
What is the weak link in a network?
The slowest part
What is the main reason storage drives are not used instead of RAM for active processes?
They are too slow
What does 1 Megahertz (MHz) represent
1 million cycles per second
What is the main function of the BIOS or UEFI when a computer is powered on?
Check the hardware components
What type of file is most likely to be stored in Gigabytes (GB)
Video File
What does throughput measure?
How much data moves through a system in one second
Why is it difficult to increase CPU speeds beyond current levels?
It generates too much heat
What does 1 Hertz (Hz) mean?
One cycle per second
Which term describes the small wires that connect the areas of a motherboard
Ports
What is the main difference between memory and storage drives?
Memory is non-persistent, while storage drives are persistent.
What does bandwidth refer to in networking
The highest amount of data a network can handle at once
What is a GPU?
A type of microprocessor used for graphics processing
What is used to measure modern processors?
GHz Gigahertz
What does "flashing" the UEFI mean
to update the firmware
What is the largest storage unit
Petabyte (PB)
Why might your actual internet speed be different from what your ISP advertises
Because of network congestion and other factors
Which type of CPU socket mechanism helps prevent damage to the motherboard
Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
Kilobits per second (Kbps)
What is the purpose of the 24-pin power connector on a motherboard
To provide power from the power supply to all connected parts