Question

Which are the two main types of processor connection to the motherboard?

(a) sockets and slots

(b) sockets and pins

(c) slots and pins

(d) pins and ports

This question was addressed to me during an interview for a job.

Enquiry is from Memory Technology of Embedded Systems in chapter Memory Systems of Embedded Systems

Answer 1

Correct choice is (a) sockets and slots

For explanation I would say: The type of processor which connects to a socket on the bottom surface of the chip that connects to the motherboard by Zero Insertion Force Socket. Intel 486 is an example of this type of connection. The processor slot is one which is soldered into a card, which connects to a motherboard by a slot. Example for slot connection is Pentium 3.