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Hardware/Networking
Level 2: Computer Hardware & Networking
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the function of the ALU? | To calculate and process instructions |
| What is the function of CU? | Controls data from from the ALU and Memory |
| What is the function of the Registers? | Temporary memory used by the CPU |
| Volatile memory | RAM |
| Non Volatile Memory that can only read instructions | ROM |
| Acts as a buffer between RAM and CPU | Cache Memory |
| Function of the chipset | manages Data between CPU, Motherboard and Peripherals |
| What does CPU stand for? | Central processing Unit |
| What does RAM stand for? | Random Access Memory |
| What does ROM stand for? | Read Only Memory |
| What does HDD stand for? | Hard Disk Drive |
| What cable is made from glass and uses light to transmit data? | Fibre Optic |
| Which cable is made from copper? | Ethernet |
| What type of network is created when a user connects a laptop to a mobile hotspot | PAN |
| What network type can be wired and wireless and generally covers a small area such as a school? | LAN |