1. What is the purpose of the system unit?
2. List and define five primary components of the motherboard.
3. List and define the three primary subunits of the CPU.
4. List and describe the two major categories of software.
5. Which internal components are connected by SATA cable?
6. Why is it best to install the CPU heatsink and fan prior to placing the motherboard inside the system unit?
7. What is the difference between centralized and distributed processing?
8. In the context of network communications, describe the difference between a protocol and a standard. And, explain why each is an important feature of networks.
9. What is the purpose of the operating system?
10. What is the purpose of the power supply?