Computer Hardware Important Mcqs

61- Which computer bus is used for connecting RAM to the CPU ?

A. System Bus
B. USB Bus
C. Expansion Bus
D. PCI Bus

Answer : A. System Bus

62- What is the purpose of a heat sink ?

A. To improve network speed
B. To connect external devices
C. To cool down computer components
D. To store data

Answer : D. To store data

63- Which type of memory is used for temporary data storage in the CPU ?

A. RAM
B. Hard Drive
C. Flash Memory
D. Cache Memory

Answer : D. Cache Memory

64- Which component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer ?

A. RAM
B. CPU
C. Hard Drive
D. Motherboard 

Answer : B. CPU

65- Which key combination is commonly used to enter the BIOS setup ?

A. Ctrl + Alt + Del
B. F2 or Del
C. Shift + Esc
D. Alt + Tab

Answer : B. F2 or Del

66- Which unit is used to measure the speed of a processor ?

A. Hertz (Hz)
B. Bytes (B)
C. Watts (W)
D. Pixels

Answer : A. Hertz (Hz)

67- Which of the following ports is used to connect a keyboard or mouse in older computers ?

A. PS/2
B. USB
C. HDMI
D. RJ45

Answer : A. PS/2

68- What does SATA stand for ?

A. Simple Automated Transfer Application
B. Systematic Advanced Transfer Algorithm
C. Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
D. Standard Access Terminal Architecture

Answer : C. Serial Advanced Technology Attachment

69- Which component holds the startup instructions for a computer ?

A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Hard Disk
D. GPU

Answer : B. ROM

70- Which hardware component is responsible for generating audio output ?

A. RAM
B. Monitor
C. CPU
D. Sound Card

Answer : D. Sound Card

71- Which device allows the computer to communicate over a telephone line ?

A. Modem
B. Hub
C. Router
D. Network Switch

Answer : A. Modem

72- Which of the following is an example of an optical storage device ?

A. Hard Drive
B. SSD
C. DVD
D. Flash Drive 

Answer : C. DVD

73- What is the main function of a motherboard ?

A. Process user input
B. Display graphics
C. Store data
D. Connect and coordinate hardware

Answer : D. Connect and coordinate hardware

74- What type of connector is commonly used for high-speed data transfer in modern computers ?

A. VGA
B. USB-C
C. Serial Port
D. PS/2

Answer : B. USB-C

75- Which part of a computer is responsible for executing arithmetic calculations ?

A. RAM
B. ROM
C. ALU
D. GPA

Answer : C. ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)

76- Which of the following is an example of an input device ?

A. Monitor
B. Scanner
C. Speaker
D. Printer 

Answer : B. Scanner

77- Which type of memory is used for long-term storage ?

A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Cache Memory
D. Hard Disk

Answer : D. Hard Disk

78- Which hardware component is primarily responsible for rendering graphics in a computer ?

A. GPU
B. CPU
C. RAM
D. Hard Drive 

Answer : A. GPU

79- What is the purpose of a network switch ?

A. Convert analog signals to digital
B. Store data permanently
C. Connect multiple devices in a network
D. Boost internet speed

Answer : C. Connect multiple devices in a network

80- Which port is commonly used for connecting external monitors ?

A. HDMI
B. RJ45
C. USB
D. SATA

Answer : A. HDMI

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