What is the purpose of thermal paste being applied to the top of the CPU when the heatsink and CPU fan are being installed?
- to improve the transfer of heat from the CPU to the heatsink
- to ensure that the heatsink adheres to the CPU
- to make it easier to remove and clean the heatsink
- to simplify aligning the heatsink and fan with the mounting screws
Explanation: The application of thermal paste to the top of the CPU improves the transfer of heat from the CPU to the heatsink.
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