What does Overclocking refer to?
Difficulty: Hard
About this MCQ
This Hard Computer Hardware MCQ checks one syllabus fact.
The question is: “What does Overclocking refer to?”
The accepted answer is C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.. Overclocking refers to the practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
- A. A hardware component that processes and outputs audio signals from a computer.
Why not A: “A hardware component that processes and outputs audio signals from a computer.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.. Overclocking refers to the practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
- B. A compact connector standard used to mount small expansion cards, such as SSDs, directly onto a motherboard.
Why not B: “A compact connector standard used to mount small expansion cards, such as SSDs, directly onto a motherboard.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.. Overclocking refers to the practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
- C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for. ✓
- D. A compound applied between a CPU and heat sink to improve heat transfer.
Why not D: “A compound applied between a CPU and heat sink to improve heat transfer.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.. Overclocking refers to the practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
Correct answer
C. The practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
Explanation
Overclocking refers to the practice of running a computer component at a higher clock rate than it was originally rated for.
Source: Computer Hardware Official Reference Guide
Tags: computer science, hardware, computer components, PC hardware
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