What does this chip do, again?
You have just purchased a new dual-core PC, but when you look at the Windows Task Manager’s Performance tab, you see usage statistics for four CPUs. What would be the most likely cause of this difference?
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CPU Sockets – CompTIA A+ 220-801: 1.2
The connection between the CPU and the motherboard has transformed many times through the years. In this video, you’ll learn about some popular CPU socket configurations on both CPU chips and motherboards.
Please pass the sun reflector
You have recently upgraded the CPU in one of your servers, including a heat sink and a CPU fan. Unfortunately, the temperature of the CPU is getting very hot during normal operation. Which of these is most likely the cause of this overheating?
My biggest fan
You’ve recently installed a new motherboard and CPU, and you’re interested in monitoring the CPU heat during the burn-in process. Which of these would be the best way to check the temperature of your CPU while under load?
Centrally Processing
What CPU technology is designed to speed processing time by temporarily storing data, instructions, and/or results?
1-2-3-4 pressure
You need to install a new CPU, but you’re concerned about damaging the motherboard. Which microprocessor interface requires the least amount of motherboard pressure during installation?
CPU go beep
You’ve just received a computer from a remote office via next-day air delivery, and the PC appears to be in perfect shape. However, when starting the computer it beeps a few times and shows a black screen. You check the manual and find that the beep code refers to a problem with the CPU. Which of these would be the best next step?