TGIF, November 4, 2011

 What is the most important component inside the case of the computer?  Know which component provides the communication path between the CPU and memory.  Know what the following acronyms stand for.  BIOSUSB  RAMUPS

 What is the physical connector that allows a cable from a peripheral device to be attached to the computer?  What is the term that refers to a set of instruction that directs hardware to accomplish a task?  What is the largest and most important circuit board in the computer called?

 Know at least two major manufacturers of Central Processing Units.  Know how Central Processing Units are classified.  Which memory services the CPU and is faster than the main memory?  Know at least five system board components.

 Adding, subtracting, and dividing numbers are called what type of operation?  Know the difference between non-volatile and volatile memory.  Computer systems are comprised of people, ___________ and software.  Know the equipment that provides protection from over voltage on AC power lines.

 STUDY YOUR CORNELL NOTES, PAGES AND UNDERSTANDING YOUR PC HANDOUT.  HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!