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