Q92. What type of cable is used for connecting a computer to a high-definition television?
a) HDMI
b) VGA
c) USB
d) Audio jack
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Correct Answer: a) HDMI
Explanation: HDMI cables are used to connect computers to high-definition televisions, providing both video and audio signals for high-quality multimedia output.
Q93. What is the primary function of a computer’s RAM?
a) To provide long-term data storage
b) To cache frequently used data
c) To temporarily store data and instructions for the CPU
d) To handle network communications
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Correct Answer: c) To temporarily store data and instructions for the CPU
Explanation: RAM (Random Access Memory) temporarily stores data and instructions that the CPU is actively using, enabling quick access and efficient processing.
Q94. Which component is used to provide power to the computer’s internal components?
a) Power Supply Unit (PSU)
b) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
c) CPU
d) Memory
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Correct Answer: a) Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Explanation: The Power Supply Unit (PSU) converts electrical power from an outlet into the various voltages required to power the computer’s internal components.
Q95. What type of memory is known for its speed and used to store frequently accessed data by the CPU?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) Cache
d) Flash memory
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Correct Answer: c) Cache
Explanation: Cache memory is known for its speed and is used to store frequently accessed data and instructions, allowing the CPU to access this information quickly and improve overall performance.
Q96. What is the primary purpose of a computer’s network interface card (NIC)?
a) To connect the computer to a network
b) To provide additional storage capacity
c) To enhance graphics performance
d) To manage system cooling
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Correct Answer: a) To connect the computer to a network
Explanation: The network interface card (NIC) allows a computer to connect to a network, enabling communication with other devices and access to network resources.
Q97. Which type of drive uses flash memory for storage?
a) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
b) Optical Drive
c) Solid-State Drive (SSD)
d) Magnetic Tape Drive
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Correct Answer: c) Solid-State Drive (SSD)
Explanation: Solid-State Drives (SSDs) use flash memory for storage, providing faster data access speeds and improved durability compared to traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs).
Q98. What does the acronym RAID stand for in data storage?
a) Redundant Array of Independent Disks
b) Random Access Integrated Drive
c) Read-Only Array of Internal Drives
d) Reliable Access of Internal Disks
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Correct Answer: a) Redundant Array of Independent Disks
Explanation: RAID stands for Redundant Array of Independent Disks. It is a data storage virtualization technology that combines multiple physical disks into a single unit to improve performance, reliability, and data redundancy.
Q99. What type of memory is used to store data that the computer needs to access quickly?
a) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
b) ROM
c) RAM
d) Flash memory
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Correct Answer: c) RAM
Explanation: RAM (Random Access Memory) is used to store data that the computer needs to access quickly, providing fast read and write access to support efficient processing.
Q100. Which component in a computer system provides a physical interface for connecting peripheral devices?
a) Power Supply Unit (PSU)
b) Motherboard
c) Cooling Fan
d) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
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Correct Answer: b) Motherboard
Explanation: The motherboard provides physical interfaces and connectors for connecting peripheral devices, such as USB ports, audio jacks, and expansion slots, allowing them to communicate with the computer system.