Computers
CPU
RAM/ Storage
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Motherboards
100

Is an iphone a computer?

YES!!!

100

What is the function of a CPU?

The central processing unit interprets, processes, and executes functions given by the memory. The "brains" of a computer. 

100

What is the function of a secondary storage device? 

Holds all information forever (includes files, pictures, programs, operating systems) 

100

What sport does Mr. Cassaidy Coach? And level 

Freshman Football 

100

What is the function of a motherboard? 

it is the main circuit board that includes connection points for all computer components

200

How do computer components interact with each other? 

binary 

200
What are the 2 main manufacturers of CPU's? 

Intel and AMD

200

What is the function of RAM? 

a temporary storage device, pulls data from hard drive, loses all information when power is shut off. 

200

Mr. Cassaidy has a hole in one on an actual golf course

yes i do 

200

What is the difference between PGA and LGA sockets? 

PGA- pins on processor

LGA- pins on motherboard, 

300

What are the 4 main components of a computer?

Input devices, processor, memory/ storage, output devices

300

True or false: you can use a cpu without a cooling system. 

give your reasoning

if you use a CPU without a cooling system, your CPU will overheat and cause the computer to run slower and eventually stop working.

300

True or false: DDR types are compatible with each other 

No, the slot towards the middle of the stick is offset from all other types.



300

If I brake a motherboard in half and glue it back together, it will still work? 

of course not

300

What is a form factor? give 2 examples

The size of a motherboard, ATX and Micro ATX, Mini ITX


400

True or false: all computer parts are compatible with each other.


False! 

400

What is the advantage of having multiple cores in a CPU?

CPU can handle more tasks at once which can result in increased performance. 

400

True or false: HDD use memory cells to store data

NO! they use a disk to store data

400

Is a Raspberry Pi a computer? 

Yes!

400

True or false: Can an ATX motherboard still fit into a micro ATX compatible computer case even though both are in the ATX family?

NO! all form factors have difference sizes

500

Give 3 examples of a computer: (cannot use phone or computer as examples)

gaming consoles, tablets, smart watch, medical devices, etc. 

500

What is clockspeed AND overclocking?

Clock speed is how a measurement of how fast your CPU can run, overclocking makes your CPU run faster. 

500
What will happen if I only have a stick of memory and no secondary storage device and I turn on my computer

The computer will load into BIOS. 

500

How many guitars does Mr. Cassaidy own?

4

500

What is the manufacturer of the motherboards in our lab machines?

Gigabyte

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