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The document outlines key components of a computer system, including the CPU, RAM, storage devices, and motherboard, along with their functions. It also covers historical milestones in computing, such as the introduction of the first personal computer by IBM and the creation of the first microprocessor by Intel. Additionally, it discusses internal components like memory types, the role of the power supply, and the function of the BIOS.

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Assignment on Computer Hardware and Support assignment 1

The document outlines key components of a computer system, including the CPU, RAM, storage devices, and motherboard, along with their functions. It also covers historical milestones in computing, such as the introduction of the first personal computer by IBM and the creation of the first microprocessor by Intel. Additionally, it discusses internal components like memory types, the role of the power supply, and the function of the BIOS.

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Assignment on Computer Hardware and Support assignment 1

1. What are the main components of a computer system?

b) CPU, RAM, Storage devices, Motherboard

These are the main internal components that make a computer function.

 CPU (Central Processing Unit): The "brain" of the computer that processes
instructions.
 RAM (Random Access Memory): Temporary memory that helps run programs quickly.
 Storage Devices: Hard drives (HDD/SSD) store data permanently.
 Motherboard: Connects all components and allows them to communicate.

2. Which component is considered the "brain" of the computer?

 c) CPU- The "brain" of the computer that processes instructions.

3. What does RAM stand for, and what is its primary function?

b) Random Access Memory; stores temporary data

4. What is the role of the motherboard in a computer?


b) It connects all hardware components and allows communication between them

5. Which device is used to provide persistent storage in a computer?

b)ssd(solid state drive)

Week 2: History of Computers


1. Who is known as the "father of the computer"?
b) Charles Babbage

2.What was the ENIAC, and why was it significant?


b) The first electronic computer; used in military calculations
3. Which company introduced the first personal computer (PC)?

a)IBM
4. What significant milestone did Intel achieve in the early 1970s

b) Creating the first microprocessor


Intel introduced the first microprocessor, the 4004, in 1971, which was a major milestone
in computer technology.

5. How did the development of the internet impact computer technology?


b) It allowed computers to connect and communicate globally
The development of the internet revolutionized computer technology by enabling global
communication and data sharing across networks, which laid the foundation for the
digital age.

Week 3: Internal Components


1.What are the two main types of memory found in a computer?
b) RAM and ROM

2.Which component is responsible for processing instructions and performing


calculations in a computer?
b) CPU
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) processes instructions and performs calculations in a
computer.

3.What is the primary difference between SSDs and HDDs?


c) SSDs have no moving parts; HDDs have moving parts
SSDs use flash memory, whereas HDDs use magnetic disks and have moving parts.

4 What function does the power supply unit (PSU) serve in a computer?
b) It converts electrical power from the outlet to usable power for the computer
The PSU converts the power from the electrical outlet into a form that the computer's
components can use.

5. Which component is responsible for rendering images and graphics on a computer


screen?
c) GPU
The GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is responsible for rendering images and graphics on
the screen.
6. Which type of memory is non-volatile and retains data even when the computer is
turned off?
b) ROM
ROM (Read-Only Memory) is non-volatile and retains data even when the computer is
powered off.
7. What is the function of the CMOS battery in a computer?
b) To retain BIOS settings and system time
The CMOS battery keeps the BIOS settings and system time intact when the computer is
turned off.
8. What is the purpose of thermal paste in a computer?
c) To improve heat transfer between the CPU and heatsink
Thermal paste enhances heat transfer, ensuring the CPU stays cool by effectively
conducting heat to the heatsink.
9. Which port is commonly used for high-speed external device connections?
a) USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are commonly used for high-speed connections to
external devices.
10. What is a BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) responsible for in a computer?
c) Providing low-level control over hardware components
The BIOS manages basic hardware functions and helps boot the computer by loading the
operating system.

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