computer basics

What is a computer?

• A type of television

• • An electronic device that processes data

• • A musical instrument

• • A cooking appliance

Which component is considered the "brain" of the computer ?

• • Memory (RAM)

• • Storage (Hard Drive)

• • CPU (Central Processing Unit)

• • Keyboard

What does RAM stand for ?

• • Random Access Memory

• • Read-Only Memory

• • Rapid Access Memory

• • Random Available Memory

Where is information stored for the long term in a computer?

• • CPU

• • RAM

• • Storage (Hard Drive or SSD)

• • Monitor

What do input devices of a computer include?

• • Monitor and Mouse

• • CPU and Storage

• • Keyboard and Mouse

• • RAM and Ports

What is the purpose of the monitor in a computer?

• • Store information

• • Display information

• • Process information

• • Input information

Where can you find the "short-term memory" of a computer?

• • Storage (Hard Drive)

• • CPU

• • RAM

• • Monitor

What is the function of the CPU in a computer?

• • Store information

• • Display information

• • Process information

• • Input information

What is the purpose of the hard drive in a computer?

• • Store information

• • Display information

• • Process information

• • Input information

What does CPU stand for?

• • Central Processing Unit

• • Computer Processing Unit

• • Central Power Unit

• • Computer Power Unit