What is the part of the computer system that receives inputs, directs those inputs to the processor, and redirects the processed data to outputs called?

a. CPU
b. Interface card
c. Controller chip
d. Southbridge
e. System Board
f. PCI Mastering


E. The system board, also known as the motherboard, has the role to interact with the inputs to receive data and redirect the data to the appropriate location. Most of the time, the data goes to the CPU or to a data storage location.

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A. notebook holder B. laptop station C. notebook stand D. docking station

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