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Comptuer Hardware
1)
The main system board of a computer is called the ?
Answer: C) motherboard
Explanation
The main system board of a computer is called the motherboard.
2)
What was the name of the first commercially available microproessor chip?
Answer: C) Intel 4004
Explanation
The Intel 4004 was the first commercially available microprocessor chip, introduced in 1971. It marked the beginning of the microprocessor era by integrating all the components of a CPU into a single chip.
3)
The silicon chips used for data processing are called
Answer: C) Microprocessor
Explanation
Silicon chips used for data processing are called microprocessors. They serve as the central unit of a computer, executing instructions and processing data.
4)
Which of the following processor use RISC technology
Answer: D) Power PC
Explanation
PowerPC processors use RISC technology, which simplifies instructions to improve processing speed.
5)
Which of the followins is not an input device
Answer: C) COM
Explanation
COM (Computer Output Microfilm) is not an input device. It is used for storing data on microfilm for archival and retrieval purposes, which is a form of output.
6)
Storage area used to store data to compensate for the different in speed at which the different units can handle data is
Answer: B) Buffer
Explanation
A buffer is a temporary storage area that helps manage speed differences between data processing units, ensuring smooth data transfer.
7)
The input device is used for examination paper.
Answer: A) OMR
Explanation
8)
The high speed and capable to support large number of devices is ..........
Answer: B) USB
Explanation
9)
Which is the backup storage device?
Answer: C) Floppy
Explanation
10)
The term Gigabytes refers to ..........
Answer: C) 1024 megabytes
Explanation
1024 MB = 1 GB