Computer Basics

What is the main component of a computer that houses the CPU, memory, and other essential parts?

• Motherboard

• Hard drive

• Processor

• Graphics card

Which type of software controls the basic functions of a computer and allows other software to run?

• Application Software

• Hardware

• Web Browser

• Operating System

What input device is used to type letters, numbers, and symbols into a computer?

• keyboard

• mouse

• joystick

• trackpad

Which pointing device is commonly used to navigate and interact with a computer?

• joystick

• trackpad

• keyboard

• mouse

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To cook dinner

• To play music

• To water plants

• To manage computer resources and provide an interface for user interaction.

Which hardware component is responsible for displaying images and text on a computer screen?

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

What type of software is designed to perform specific tasks like word processing or graphic design?

• Hardware software

• System software

• Network software

• Application software

Which key on the keyboard is used to capitalize letters?

• Shift

• Tab

• Ctrl

• Alt

What is the purpose of a mouse scroll wheel?

• To open a new tab in a web browser

• To adjust the volume on the computer

• To scroll through content on a computer screen

• To change the font size on a document

Which operating system is known for its user-friendly interface and widespread use on personal computers?

• Windows

• iOS

• Linux

• MacOS