COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER HARDWARE

MOTHERBOARDS AND EXPANSION CARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The processor is plugged into this socket.
A
Memory Slots
B
Adapter Card Slot
C
Processor Slot
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Also known as a CPU slot, the CPU socket is used to connect a microprocessor with a printed circuit board (PCB) without soldering, allowing for the CPU to be installed or replaced more easily on the motherboard.

Detailed explanation-2: -Slot 1 refers to the physical and electrical specification for the connector used by some of Intel’s microprocessors, including the Pentium Pro, Celeron, Pentium II and the Pentium III.

Detailed explanation-3: -Visit the Product Specification Page (ARK), and enter the processor’s number in the search box located in the upper-right corner. Find the Package Specifications section. Check Sockets Supported.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the present day computing era, Intel processors use mostly LGA sockets type, and AMD processors use PGA sockets.

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