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How to buy a good computer at a reasonable price - Test
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  • 1. What is the first step in buying a good computer?
A) Determine your needs.
B) Visit multiple electronics stores.
C) Research the latest CPUs.
D) Set a strict budget.
  • 2. Which component is most important for gaming?
A) RAM
B) CPU
C) Graphics Card (GPU)
D) Hard Drive
  • 3. What does RAM primarily affect?
A) Graphics performance
B) Processing power
C) Storage capacity
D) Multitasking and program loading speed
  • 4. What is the advantage of an SSD over a HDD?
A) Larger storage capacity for the same price
B) Faster read and write speeds
C) Greater durability
D) Lower power consumption
  • 5. What does CPU stand for?
A) Computer Processing Unit
B) Computer Power Unit
C) Central Processing Unit
D) Central Power Unit
  • 6. Which is generally cheaper: building a PC or buying a pre-built one?
A) Depends on the brand.
B) They are always the same price
C) Buying a pre-built PC
D) Building a PC
  • 7. What is a good strategy for finding deals on computer parts?
A) Compare prices from multiple retailers.
B) Always buy the newest model.
C) Only buy from well-known brands.
D) Ignore customer reviews.
  • 8. What is a refurbished computer?
A) A brand new computer that is being sold at a discount.
B) A computer that has never been used.
C) A computer that is missing some components.
D) A previously owned computer that has been repaired and tested.
  • 9. What does 'GHz' measure in a CPU?
A) Power consumption
B) Cache size
C) Clock speed
D) Number of cores
  • 10. What is the best way to dispose of an old computer?
A) Bury it in your backyard.
B) Throw it in the trash.
C) Burn it.
D) Recycle it at an electronics recycling center.
  • 11. For basic tasks like web browsing and email, which is most important?
A) Adequate RAM and a decent processor.
B) Massive storage capacity
C) High-end graphics card
D) Expensive sound card
  • 12. What does the term 'bloatware' refer to?
A) Unnecessary software pre-installed on a new computer.
B) Software that protects against viruses.
C) Essential system software.
D) Software that makes your computer run faster.
  • 13. What is an advantage of a laptop over a desktop?
A) Better performance for the same price
B) More ergonomic design
C) Easier to upgrade
D) Portability
  • 14. What is a cloud service useful for?
A) Increasing the speed of your computer
B) Cleaning your computer's hard drive
C) Improving your internet connection
D) Backing up data and accessing it from multiple devices
  • 15. What does 'dpi' measure in a mouse?
A) Color
B) Weight
C) Size
D) Sensitivity
  • 16. Which operating system is open source?
A) Linux
B) Windows
C) Chrome OS
D) macOS
  • 17. What is the benefit of buying a computer during a sale?
A) Extended warranty
B) Reduced price
C) Faster delivery
D) Increased performance
  • 18. What is the purpose of a computer case?
A) To make the computer run quieter.
B) To increase the computer's processing speed.
C) To display the computer's specifications.
D) To protect the internal components.
  • 19. Which of the following is NOT a storage device?
A) RAM
B) HDD
C) USB Drive
D) SSD
  • 20. What is the role of the motherboard?
A) Controls the power supply.
B) Stores the operating system.
C) Displays the image on the monitor.
D) Connects all the components of the computer.
  • 21. What is an acceptable amount of RAM for basic usage in 2024?
A) 1GB
B) 2GB
C) 4GB
D) 8GB
  • 22. What kind of monitor is best for reducing eye strain?
A) Very large monitor
B) Curved monitor
C) Monitor with very low refresh rate
D) One with blue light filter
  • 23. What is a good strategy for keeping computer costs down?
A) Only buy from the largest retailer
B) Buy the most expensive components
C) Buy components during sales or used.
D) Buy the smallest components possible
  • 24. What is the meaning of the term 'bottleneck' in computing?
A) The cooling system failing.
B) When the keyboard malfunctions
C) When the hard drive gets full
D) When one component limits the performance of the rest
  • 25. What is the main purpose of a cooling system in a computer?
A) To increase the speed of the processor.
B) To prevent overheating
C) To reduce the noise of the computer.
D) To improve the graphics performance.
  • 26. What is the meaning of resolution in a monitor?
A) The number of pixels on the screen.
B) The size of the screen.
C) The refresh rate of the screen.
D) The brightness of the screen.
  • 27. What is a good use for the computer's USB ports?
A) Cooling down the computer
B) Installing software.
C) Increasing processing power
D) Connecting peripherals like mouse or keyboard.
  • 28. What is a valid reason to consider a used computer?
A) Latest technology.
B) Always superior performance.
C) Budget constraints
D) Guaranteed warranty.
  • 29. What is a good place to find reviews for computer parts?
A) Social Media
B) Tech websites and forums.
C) Television commercials
D) Newspaper
  • 30. What is a power supply unit (PSU) used for?
A) Cooling the CPU.
B) Storing data.
C) Converting AC power to DC power for the computer's components.
D) Providing internet access.
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