Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Hardware (Section 17)

  • 1
    Which type of memory is often referred to as being "non-volatile"?
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    (C)
    SSD
  • 2
    In the process of laser printing, what is the next step after the image is transferred to the paper by the transfer roller?
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    (B)
    The paper goes through the fuser unit.
  • 3
    What is the main difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
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    (A)
    IPv6 supports a larger address space.
  • 4
    What characteristics are true for Ethernet?
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    B
    C
    D
  • 5
    Which of the following is considered volatile memory?
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    (D)
    DRAM
  • 6
    What are the factors affecting computer performance?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 7
    What does the term 'IP' stand for in networking?
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    (A)
    Internet Protocol
  • 8
    What are advantages of SSDs over HDDs? (Select two)
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    B
    C
  • 9
    What does the term 'overclocking' refer to in the context of computer performance?
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    (B)
    Running a CPU or other component at a higher clock speed than its designed specifications.
  • 10
    What is the defining characteristic of virtual memory?
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    (A)
    It uses a portion of the hard drive to simulate RAM.
  • 11
    Which of the following are advantages of using capacitive touch screens?
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    A
    D
  • 12
    What are some potential disadvantages of using cloud storage? (Select two)
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    A
    B
  • 13
    What is a key benefit of virtual memory?
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    (B)
    Enabling a system to run more programs than its physical RAM capacity.
  • 14
    In a digital camera, the sensors convert light into what?
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    (A)
    Analog electrical charges
  • 15
    What action is taken when data is fragmented on an HDD?
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    (C)
    The data is distributed across different areas of the disk.
  • 16
    What are the main components of the digital camera which take a photograph?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 17
    What is latency in the context of a hard disk drive?
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    (C)
    The time it takes for a sector to rotate under the read/write head.
  • 18
    What are the characteristics of Dynamic IP addresses?
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    B
    C
  • 19
    Which of the following is an example of an output device?
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    (D)
    Printer
  • 20
    Which of the following is a key characteristic of a MAC address?
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    (A)
    It is used to identify a device on a local network.
  • 21
    In the context of CPU, what is the purpose of the 'decode' stage in the instruction cycle?
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    (C)
    Interpreting the instructions.
  • 22
    In a laser printer, the laser beam does what?
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    (B)
    Creates a static charge on the drum.
  • 23
    What is the role of the developer unit in a laser printer?
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    (B)
    To apply toner to the drum.
  • 24
    Which of the following best describes the purpose of a cache memory?
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    (B)
    To provide faster access to frequently used data.
  • 25
    What is a key difference between public and private cloud storage?
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    (C)
    Public cloud is shared; private cloud is dedicated.
  • 26
    Which of the following is the function of a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) in an audio system?
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    (B)
    To convert digital audio data into an analog electrical signal.
  • 27
    Which of the following best describes the function of a solenoid?
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    (B)
    To convert electrical energy into magnetic force.
  • 28
    What are the benefits of using a wireless network?
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    A
    B
    D
  • 29
    Which of the following is a characteristic of a wireless network?
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    (B)
    Uses radio waves to transmit data.
  • 30
    What format does the analog to digital converter change to?
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    (B)
    Binary
  • 31
    What best describes the process of 'additive manufacturing'?
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    (C)
    Building an object layer by layer.
  • 32
    Which of the following is a key feature of Dynamic RAM (DRAM)?
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    (B)
    Requires constant refreshing.
  • 33
    What is the function of an ADC in a system?
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    (C)
    Convert analog signals to digital signals
  • 34
    What is the function of an instruction set?
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    (C)
    To define the operations that a CPU can perform.
  • 35
    What does OCR software do?
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    (B)
    Converts scanned text into an editable format.
  • 36
    In the example of a security system using an embedded system, which of the following would be considered an *input*?
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    (C)
    Temperature data from a sensor.
  • 37
    How do QR codes and bar codes differ in the amount of data they can store?
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    (B)
    QR codes store more data than barcodes.
  • 38
    What is a key benefit of using an SSD instead of an HDD?
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    C
    D
  • 39
    What is the function of the processor in an optical mouse?
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    (D)
    To analyze changing image patterns to determine mouse movement.
  • 40
    How does virtual memory handle data that is not actively being used by the CPU?
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    (B)
    It moves the data to the hard drive.
  • 41
    What is a key advantage of SRAM over DRAM?
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    (C)
    Faster access times
  • 42
    Which of the following is a characteristic of a static IP address?
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    (B)
    It does not change unless configured manually.
  • 43
    What is the main advantage of using a wireless network?
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    (C)
    Mobility and convenience
  • 44
    Which is NOT an example of a primary storage device?
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    (D)
    Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
  • 45
    What is the role of a 'controller' in an SSD?
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    (B)
    To manage the flash memory.
  • 46
    What is the primary use of a MAC address?
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    (B)
    To identify a device on a local network.
  • 47
    Which device is usually used to provide Wi-Fi connectivity in a home or office?
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    (C)
    Wireless Router
  • 48
    Which component is key in ensuring the image quality and how light is captured within a digital camera?
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    (C)
    The lens
  • 49
    What does the acronym 'BIOS' stand for?
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    (A)
    Basic Input Output System
  • 50
    What is the function of the microphone in converting sound to a digital format?
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    (C)
    It converts sound waves into an electrical current.