Computer Fundamentals

What is a hardware component of a computer?

• CPU

• RAM

• Motherboard

• Graphics card

Which of the following is an example of software?

• Facebook

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Photoshop

Name a common input device used with computers.

• monitor

• keyboard

• mouse

• printer

What type of device is a printer?

• Networking device

• Input device

• Output device

• Storage device

What is the main function of an operating system?

• To cook breakfast, To play music, To water plants

• To manage computer hardware and software resources, provide a user interface, and facilitate communication between software and hardware.

Why is computer security important?

• Computer security is unnecessary as technology is foolproof

• Computer security is a waste of resources

• Computer security is only important for large organizations

• Computer security is important for protecting sensitive data, preventing unauthorized access, maintaining privacy, ensuring business continuity, and safeguarding against cyber threats.

What is the purpose of a CPU in a computer?

• To execute instructions and perform calculations.

• To make coffee

• To water plants

• To play music

What is the role of RAM in a computer?

• RAM is used to cool down the computer components

• RAM is responsible for displaying images on the screen

• RAM is used to store permanent data

• RAM in a computer is used to temporarily store data that the CPU needs to access quickly.

Give an example of an output device.

• Printer

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Mouse

What is the difference between hardware and software?

• Hardware is physical, software is digital.

• Hardware is analog, software is digital.

• Hardware is virtual, software is physical.

• Hardware is intangible, software is tangible.